The Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) is a resource for all undergraduates in all majors on all UConn campuses seeking to enrich their undergraduate experiences through participation in research, scholarship, and creative activity.
OUR helps students find and develop opportunities to engage in independent or collaborative research with faculty members and other mentors working across the University's academic disciplines. Online resources are available in the Students section to help students get started, make connections, prepare strong applications, and maximize their experience. We also encourage interested students to meet with an OUR advisor for help crafting an individualized strategy for getting involved or for any other advising needs related to participation in research, scholarship, and creative activity.
OUR provides funding opportunities for student research and scholarship through a range of programs - learn more in the Funding & Programs section of the website.
Events, including workshops and information sessions and STEM research seminars, are a key part of OUR's effort to engage the University community in conversation about undergraduate research. Frontiers in Undergraduate Research poster exhibitions, held each fall and spring, showcase students’ learning and discovery through research and creative inquiry.
Contact us for more information!
Upcoming Events
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Getting Started in Undergraduate Research
Getting Started in Undergraduate Research
Friday, February 3rd, 2023
12:15 PM - 01:15 PM
Storrs Campus ITE 336
Are you interested in research but not sure how to get started? Join us to identify your goals for your participation in research and to develop a strategy for pursuing research opportunities at UConn and beyond.
For more information, visit the Office of Undergraduate Research website: https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/.
If you require an accommodation to participate in this session, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at our@uconn.edu.Contact Information: Melissa Berkey, Office of Undergraduate Research, melissa.berkey@uconn.edu
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Letters Of Recommendation: Who And How To Ask
Letters Of Recommendation: Who And How To Ask
Friday, February 3rd, 2023
03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Other Virtual - WebEx
Are you applying for opportunities that require letters of recommendation? Attend this session to learn more about who and how to ask for a recommendation, and pitfalls to avoid in the process.
The link to join the workshop is available at https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/workshops/.
For more information, visit the Office of Undergraduate Research website: https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/.
If you require an accommodation to participate in these events, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at our@uconn.edu.Contact Information: Melissa Berkey, Office of Undergraduate Research, melissa.berkey@uconn.edu
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UConn IDEA Grant Information Session
UConn IDEA Grant Information Session
Tuesday, February 7th, 2023
02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Storrs Campus Rowe 420
The UConn IDEA Grant program awards funding of up to $5,000 per student to support self-designed projects including:
• Artistic & creative endeavors
• Community service initiatives
• Entrepreneurial ventures & prototype development
• Research projects
• Other innovative, student-driven projects
Undergraduates in all majors at all UConn campuses can apply. Applications are accepted from individuals and from small groups.
Join the online information session at https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/workshops/.
For more information, visit the UConn IDEA Grant website: https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/idea/.
If you require an accommodation to participate in this session, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at our@uconn.edu.Contact Information: Melissa Berkey, Office of Undergraduate Research, melissa.berkey@uconn.edu
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UConn IDEA Grant Information Session
UConn IDEA Grant Information Session
Wednesday, February 8th, 2023
04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Other Online - WebEx
The UConn IDEA Grant program awards funding of up to $5,000 per student to support self-designed projects including:
• Artistic & creative endeavors
• Community service initiatives
• Entrepreneurial ventures & prototype development
• Research projects
• Other innovative, student-driven projects
Undergraduates in all majors at all UConn campuses can apply. Applications are accepted from individuals and from small groups.
Join the online information session at https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/workshops/.
For more information, visit the UConn IDEA Grant website: https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/idea/.
If you require an accommodation to participate in this session, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at our@uconn.edu.Contact Information: Melissa Berkey, Office of Undergraduate Research, melissa.berkey@uconn.edu
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Getting Started in Undergraduate Research
Getting Started in Undergraduate Research
Thursday, February 9th, 2023
02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Other Online - WebEx
Are you interested in research but not sure how to get started? Join us to identify your goals for your participation in research and to develop a strategy for pursuing research opportunities at UConn and beyond.
Join the online session at https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/workshops/.
For more information, visit the Office of Undergraduate Research website: https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/.
If you require an accommodation to participate in this session, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at our@uconn.edu.Contact Information: Melissa Berkey, Office of Undergraduate Research, melissa.berkey@uconn.edu
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