students assisting with real-world applied research
During the Fall 2014 semester, I completed an internship with the Forensic Anthropology Center at Texas State (FACTS). This internship included human rights work with Operation Identification (Operation ID) and work with a newly installed 3D Printer. Although these two aspects of my internship differed, both projects were sometimes used together. For example, CT scans… Continue Reading Megan Veltri, Forensic Anthropology Center at Texas State
The Texas Historical Commission (THC) located in Austin, Texas, is the state agency responsible for the historic preservation of the sites that tell us the story of Texas around the state. Working with citizens and multiple organizations, the agency has been nationally recognized for their programs that have preserved architectural, archaeological, and cultural landmarks. During… Continue Reading Aaron Loy, Texas Historical Commission
I spent my internship in the genetics department of one of the most recognized biomedical research institutions in the world while working with one of the most knowledgeable scientists in the field of genetics. I interned with Dr. Anthony Comuzzie in a lab conducting research on different biological processes to look for genetic factors in… Continue Reading Miguel Marquez, Texas Biomedical Research Institute
Spring Lake, located on the Texas State University campus in San Marcos, Texas, boasts a rich environment and history that includes the 2nd largest natural spring system in the state (and the former home of Ralph the Swimming Pig at the Aquarena Springs Resort and Hotel.) Excavations at Spring Lake indicate that Paleo-Indians were regularly… Continue Reading Lee Reissig, The Center for Archaeological Studies
I conducted an internship with the Director of Institutional Research at Texas State University during the 2013-2014 academic year. The Office of Institutional Research primarily functions to provide collected institutional data, such as enrollment history, to University administration and government officials. I specifically worked with the OIR director on a project he was co-chairing called… Continue Reading Marilee Ratliff, Office of Institutional Research