Allie Sheets
  • political science
  • Class of 2018
  • Myrtle Beach, SC

Allie Sheets takes prize at Undergraduate Research Competition at CCU

2018 Apr 17

A dozen Coastal Carolina University students, including Allie Sheets, a political science major from Myrtle Beach, SC, were awarded cash prizes during the Undergraduate Research Competition that included nearly 120 presentations across 30 academic majors. The competition was held April 11-12 and the winners were announced April 17.

The Undergraduate Research Competition is an annual event at CCU that provides an avenue for students to share and promote the work they've done. Often, their presentations are the culmination of years of work and research within their field of study. All undergraduate students are eligible to enter the competition and submit abstracts for consideration.

This year, nearly 120 student presentations representing 30 academic majors from all five colleges illustrated the outstanding quality of student research at the University, according to Rob Young, director of undergraduate research. "Together," he said, "these students illustrate the considerable research talents of our students and the wealth of experiential learning opportunities at CCU."

Nearly 80 faculty judges judged the student presentations. Prizes were awarded for first ($150), second ($100), and third ($50) place in four award categories. The first-place awards will be presented at Honors Convocation on Thursday, May 3, at 6 p.m. in the HTC Student Recreation and Convocation Center.