![SOAR student in lab with faculty mentor](/media/lmucse/images/SOAR_Leo_725x850-400x468.jpg)
“Becoming familiar with the world of bioinformatics is an incredibly useful skillset that not many undergraduate biology majors can say they have attained."
![Two computer science students presenting in classroom](/media/lmucse/images/SOAR_Lucille Talia_725x850-400x468.jpg)
“This project enables us to learn from Dr. Toal without the stress or restrictions of ordinary class assignments; we have the freedom to experiment and try new things.”
![Student and faculty mentor discussing paperwork](/media/lmucse/images/SOAR_Harrision_725x850-400x468.jpg)
“An unexpected outcome from the research is the bond I have formed with my research group. Collectively, we work very well together in terms of having group discussions."
![Student looking into microscope.](/media/lmucse/images/SOAR_Brad_725x850-400x468.jpg)
“My biggest takeaway from being in the SOAR has been the confidence that I have gained not only in my lab technique, but also in my knowledge of biochemistry.”