Nathaniel Dedek
  • Class of 2017
  • Orwell, OH

Ohio Wesleyan Student Nate Dedek Presents Research at Science Symposium

2016 Dec 5

Thirty Ohio Wesleyan University student-scientists shared the results of their 10-week summer science research projects this fall at the university's 24th annual Patricia Belt Conrades Summer Science Research Symposium.

Nate Dedek of Orwell, OH, presented "Understanding Your Neighbors: Geographic Variation in Long-Range Songs and Short-Range Songs of Dark-eyed Juncos." Dedek was mentored by Dustin Reichard, OWU assistant professor of zoology.

The students presented information and answered questions about their research findings, which were documented in posters outlining each project.

"In Ohio Wesleyan's Summer Science Research Program, students learn quickly that authentic research is quite different from classroom labs - more challenging, more creative, more frustrating, and, ultimately, more rewarding," said Laura Tuhela-Reuning, Ph.D., assistant director of the Summer Science Research Program.

"I have always actively involved students in my research projects during the academic year and during the summers," Tuhela-Reuning said. "The most rewarding part is watching the students grow as scientists, seeing them take command of a research project, and knowing that they are gaining the confidence to speak and act as scientists."

Read research abstracts prepared by 2016 program participants and learn more about Ohio Wesleyan's Summer Science Research Program at www.owu.edu/ssrp. For more information about majoring in the sciences at OWU, visit www.owu.edu/academics.

Founded in 1842, Ohio Wesleyan University is one of the nation's premier liberal arts universities. Located in Delaware, Ohio, the private university offers nearly 90 undergraduate majors and competes in 23 NCAA Division III varsity sports. Through Ohio Wesleyan's signature OWU Connection program, students integrate knowledge across disciplines, build a diverse and global perspective, and apply their knowledge in real-world settings. Ohio Wesleyan is featured in the book "Colleges That Change Lives," listed on the latest President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll with Distinction, and included in the U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review "best colleges" lists. Learn more at www.owu.edu.

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