Undergraduate Opportunities in Entomology
Although Entomology is not available as a major, undergraduate students may pursue a minor in Entomology. In addition, undergraduates have many opportunities to pursue research in different labs in the Department, either as paid research assistants, as volunteers, or for research credits.
Entomology Minor
The Entomology minor provides students with a broad understanding of the form and function of insects, their interactions with people and society, and their role as model species for fundamental and applied research. Learn more about the Entomology minor.
Honors Program
The Entomology Honors Program provides an excellent opportunity for undergraduates to do a research thesis and receive honors certification in Entomology on their diploma. Learn more about the honors program.
Internship OpportunitiesUndergraduate students can gain research experience in an Entomology Department lab through any one of the following programs:
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Undergraduate AdvisingEntomology Department undergraduate advisors include:
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To hear from undergrad Jenan El-Hifnawi about how she pursued research opportunities in Entomology connect with her at esoumd@umd.edu . Jenan is a undergraduate researcher in the Espindola lab who serves as a member of The Entomology Student Organization committee. She is the first ever undergrad representative of the department and she is excited to share her experiences with other undergrads who may be interested in Entomology.
The Ernest Cory Undergraduate Scholarship
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The Entomology Department sponsors the Ernest Cory Undergraduate Scholarship, which provides up to $1,000 to selected undergraduate students each semester in recognition of their research accomplishments within the department.
All undergraduates being mentored by a faculty member within the Department of Entomology are eligible to apply for the Cory Scholarship. Students can apply for the award by submitting the following items to umdentomology@umd.edu during the open application window:
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Previous Cory Scholarship Recipients
Click here for a listing of all previous scholarship recipients.
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About Ernest Cory
After receiving his degree from the Maryland Agricultural College in 1909, Ernest Cory was appointed first as Assistant Entomologist, then in 1914 as Head of the Department of Entomology and Zoology. He continued as department head until 1956, focusing his efforts on the introductions of exotic pests and quarantine operations. He was also active in the Association of Economic Entomologists, and worked diligently for the union of entomological organizations into the current Entomological Society of America in 1953. At his retirement, his family and friends raised funds to establish the Ernest N. Cory Scholarship.
After receiving his degree from the Maryland Agricultural College in 1909, Ernest Cory was appointed first as Assistant Entomologist, then in 1914 as Head of the Department of Entomology and Zoology. He continued as department head until 1956, focusing his efforts on the introductions of exotic pests and quarantine operations. He was also active in the Association of Economic Entomologists, and worked diligently for the union of entomological organizations into the current Entomological Society of America in 1953. At his retirement, his family and friends raised funds to establish the Ernest N. Cory Scholarship.
