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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, a poster exhibition held each spring since 1998 - and now each fall as well - showcases students’ accomplishments and productivity as researchers.

11/14 SURF Information Session

SURF Information Session

Thursday, November 14th, 2019

04:00 PM - 05:00 PM

Storrs Campus
McHugh Hall 202

The UConn Summer Undergraduate Research Fund (SURF) Awards program provides thousands of dollars in support of undergraduate students' summer research or creative projects. Find out how to apply and what makes an application successful.

This information session is sponsored by the Office of Undergraduate Research. More information: https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/surf/.

If you require an accommodation to participate in this event, please contact Jodi Eskin at jodi.eskin@uconn.edu by November 7, 2019.

Contact Information: Jodi Eskin, 486-7939, jodi.eskin@uconn.edu
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11/15 Health Research Program (HRP) Discussion and Participant Panel

Health Research Program (HRP) Discussion and Participant Panel

Friday, November 15th, 2019

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Storrs Campus
Rowe 420

Are you currently exploring options for a thesis project? Or are you simply looking to be involved in research? Curious to know what the experience of HRP students is like? Then join us on the dates below for an informal conversation about the Health Research Program.

11/6| 3-4 pm| Rowe 420
11/15 10:30-11:30 am| Rowe 420
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The Health Research Program (HRP) offers a pathway into undergraduate research for students with interests in health and the biomedical sciences. HRP includes a combination of academic year and summer research opportunities, offering undergraduates and their faculty mentors a structure for sustained engagement in research projects, maximizing student learning and preparation for graduate study and/or careers in the health professions. For more information about the program, please visit https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/hrp/#.

Contact Information: rowena.grainger@uconn.edu
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11/18 UConn IDEA Grant Information Session

UConn IDEA Grant Information Session

Monday, November 18th, 2019

04:00 PM - 05:00 PM

Storrs Campus
Oak 340

The UConn IDEA Grant program awards funding of up to $4000 per student to support self-designed projects including:

• Artistic and creative endeavors

• Community service initiatives

• Entrepreneurial ventures and prototype development

• Research projects

• Innovative, student-driven projects

Undergraduates in all majors at all UConn campuses can apply. Applications accepted from individuals and small groups.

Attend the information session to learn more about the UConn IDEA Grant program and how to apply!

This workshop is coordinated by the Office of Undergraduate Research.

More Information: http://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/IDEA.

Can’t attend an information session? Schedule an advising appointment with program coordinator Melissa Berkey (melissa.berkey@uconn.edu) to learn more about the IDEA Grant and to discuss your project ideas.

If you require an accommodation to participate in this event, please contact Melissa Berkey at
(860) 486-5189 or Melissa.berkey@uconn.edu at least one week prior to the workshop

Contact Information: Melissa Berkey, melissa.berkey@uconn.edu
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11/19 Getting Started in Undergraduate Research

Getting Started in Undergraduate Research

Tuesday, November 19th, 2019

04:00 PM - 05:00 PM

Storrs Campus
Oak Hall 267

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, please visit the Office of Undergraduate Research website: https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/.

If you require an accommodation to participate in this session, please contact Jodi Eskin at jodi.eskin@uconn.edu by November 11, 2019.

Contact Information: Jodi Eskin, 486-7939, jodi.eskin@uconn.edu
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11/20 SURF Information Session

SURF Information Session

Wednesday, November 20th, 2019

04:00 PM - 05:00 PM

Storrs Campus
McHugh Hall 106

The UConn Summer Undergraduate Research Fund (SURF) Awards program provides thousands of dollars in support of undergraduate students' summer research or creative projects. Find out how to apply and what makes an application successful.

This information session is sponsored by the Office of Undergraduate Research. More information: https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/surf/.

If you require an accommodation to participate in this event, please contact Jodi Eskin at jodi.eskin@uconn.edu by November 13, 2019.

Contact Information: Jodi Eskin, 486-7939, jodi.eskin@uconn.edu
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