Researchers often feel like they're presented with a tough choice in their scholarly careers: work with the community and use research to help solve real-world problems or focus on publishing as much as possible in peer-reviewed journals.
The University of Colorado is trying to make it possible to do both.
Six doctoral students are participating this year in CU's new community-based research fellowship, thanks to a partnership between the Office of Outreach and Engagement, the provost's office and CU Engage, a unit focused on community engagement.