Design, Research, and Innovation Institute
Empowering students to create their future.
Scientist? Artist? Writer? Innovator?
Bring your vision to life and showcase your work.
You’ve got passions and interests that go beyond school and that colleges want to know about.
DRII provides an affordable, customized program that gives you the opportunity to work with world class mentors to bring your vision to life in ways that will excite the creator in you, make an impact on the world, and show colleges and universities that you are the kind of student they need.
DRII will give you the skills, support, and expertise to bring your vision to life.
Supporting Your Vision
Seminar Teacher. Participate in a nine-week Seminar that provides vital training in research, writing, time management, collaborative and independent thinking, and design thinking skills
Coach. Work with your personal Coach to receive support and guidance, but also accountability and schedule adherence
Mentor. Meet virtually a minimum of six times with a mentor who specializes in the subject area or discipline you’ve selected
Peer Team. Membership in a team of peers to draw inspiration, share and receive feedback, and give each other support
Resources that give you the tools and skills to succeed
The Seminar, taught by our trained teachers, covers academic writing, research, project and time management, professional communications, presentations, and networking
Project Management and Research Tools to keep things on track and enhance your productivity
Research databases such as JSTORS and Artstor