DEKALB (WIFR) -- Northern Illinois University is seeking non-NIU college students who are interested in environmental issues to work on research projects this summer with university scientists.

As many as eight undergraduate students will be selected for participation. Selected students will receive free housing on NIU's campus-and each will be paid a stipend of $4,478. The research-immersion opportunities are being made possible through a Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program hosted by NIU and funded by the National Science Foundation.

Applications are being accepted, and we'd appreciate your help in getting the word out. A detailed press release is posted online at:
http://www.niutoday.info/2013/01/18/developing-young-scientists-college-st
udents-sought-for-paid-summer-research-opportunities/