"It’s not always easy to get to explore my other passions, one of which is marine science and technology. I’ve always wanted to be able to explore the nexus of biomedical engineering and marine biology, especially because I know that so many human medical technologies are inspired by marine creatures. This program is the perfect blend of engineering and marine biology, and it is definitely an amazing way to put your hands-on, building skills to good use in the context of marine conservation and ocean science."
– Simran Sokhi P'22
Participation Timeline
Sample timeline for Repass-Rodgers Scholars accepted in their sophomore year:
- Sophomore fall: apply
- Sophomore spring, summer, or Junior fall (or later): technology development and coursework at the marine lab (at least one semester)
- Senior fall: professional development in Durham (CVs, networking, graduate school, etc.)
- Senior spring: write honors thesis for Graduation with Distinction
Meet the Scholars
Current Scholars
Class of 2024 |
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Jacob Becker Major: Mechanical Engineering Graduation Year: 2024 Email: jacob.becker@duke.edu |
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Morgan Bedingfied |
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Robbie Collins Major: Mechanical Engineering Graduation Year: 2024 Contact: charles.collins@duke.edu |
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Keena Gao Major: Mechanical Engineering Graduation year: 2024 Advisor: Dr. James Hench Contact: keena.gao@duke.edu |
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Johnson Li Major: Electrical and Computer Engineering Graduation Year: 2024 Contact: zl267@duke.edu |
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Class of 2025 |
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Max Collins Major: Biology with a marine biology concentration and Computer Science (intended) Graduation Year: 2025 Contact: maxwell.collins@duke.edu |
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Julia Kagiliery Major: Mechanical Engineering and Earth and Climate Science Graduation year: 2025 Contact: Julia.kagiliery@duke.edu |
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Aidan Young Major: Computer Science Graduation Year: 2025 Email: aidan.young@duke.edu |
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Class of 2026 |
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Mason Sufnarski Major: Mechanical Engineering Graduation Year: 2026 Email: mason.sufnarski@duke.edu |
Alumni
Class of 2022 |
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Scott Burstein |
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Stella Haley Major: Mechanical Engineering Graduation Year: 2022 |
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Simran Sokhi Major: Biomedical Engineering Graduation Year: 2022 |
How to Apply
Each fall, participating faculty from the Pratt School of Engineering and the Duke University Marine Lab will select the Repass-Rodgers Scholars cohort for the upcoming academic year.
First-years, sophomores, and juniors with interests in both marine science and ocean engineering are eligible to apply. Scholars will be announced in late November.
Deadline
October 20, 2023
Application
The application process includes submitting the following items:
- Statement. Prepare a one-page (12-pt font, 1-inch margins) statement describing how you will benefit from the Repass-Rodgers Scholars Program and how this program will help you reach your academic and career goals. The application statement should also include potential ideas and potential mentors for research projects and a discussion of why a specific technology development theme is of interest. Please name your statement file LastName_FirstName_GradYear_Statement.
- Resume. Your resume should be one page, and should be named using the format: LastName_FirstName_GradYear_Resume.
All application materials should be emailed to the Repass-Rodgers Scholars Program at rrscholars@duke.edu. Applications with statements or resumes exceeding the one page length limit will not be considered. Semi-finalists will be selected from the pool of applicants for interviews with the participating faculty.
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