Action:

• Disseminate information to students about what it means to do research in your field, how they can apply, what qualifications they need, and how they might benefit from the experience.
• When possible, pay students for their work on research because not all students can afford to work for free.

Reason:

• Informal application processes often favor students who have prior knowledge of research, feel comfortable asking for a job without an invitation from a faculty member, and can work for free.