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The UConn IDEA Grant Program

Sep 29 Funding Your Creative Projects 3:00pm

Funding Your Creative Projects

Friday, September 29th, 2023

03:00 PM - 04:00 PM

Art Building

Are you looking for funding to support an artistic or creative endeavor? Join us to learn about funding available through the Office of Undergraduate Research, including:
- UConn IDEA Grants
- SURF Awards
- Change Grants
- OUR Supply Awards, Research Travel Awards, and Conference Presentation Awards
Undergraduates from all majors who are engaging in artistic and creative projects are encouraged to attend!
Learn more about these programs at ugradresearch.uconn.edu
If you require an accommodation to participate in this session, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at our@uconn.edu at least one week prior to the workshop.

Contact Information:
Melissa Berkey, Office of Undergraduate Research, melissa.berkey@uconn.edu

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Oct 3 Enrichment Connections: UConn Stamford 10:00am

Enrichment Connections: UConn Stamford

Tuesday, October 3rd, 2023

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Rich Concourse

Looking for ways to make the most of your college experience and gain valuable skills? Want to enrich your learning and elevate your studies? Join us for Enrichment Connections at UConn Stamford!
We’ll have students, faculty, and staff involved in UConn Enrichment Programs [Honors Program, Individualized and Interdisciplinary Studies Program, Office of National Scholarships & Fellowships, Office of Undergraduate Research, Pre-Professional Advising (including Pre-Health and Pre-Law), and the University Scholar Program) available to answer questions at tables in the Rich Concourse from 10am-12pm and additional sessions later in the day to learn more.
Free food and prizes (and chance to win even bigger prizes) for all who engage at the event! Honors students who engage by talking with at least two tables can count this as an Honors Event. This event is part of the Month of Discovery celebration.

This is an Honors Event. Categories: Academic & Interdisciplinary Engagement OR Career, Professional, & Personal Development.
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Contact Information:
Kaitlin Heenehan, stamfordenrichment@uconn.edu

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Oct 4 The Sustainable Clean Energy Summit: Decarbonizing Society and the Grid 9:00am

The Sustainable Clean Energy Summit: Decarbonizing Society and the Grid

Wednesday, October 4th, 2023

09:00 AM - 04:30 PM

Student Union

Register for the Summit
Join us! Be part of a growing community focused on advancing clean energy, developing the workforce of the future and creating a healthier, more sustainable path forward for us all.
Students from all areas of study are critical to these important conversations and their registration fees are complimentary.

Contact Information:
University Events and Conference Services at conferences@uconn.edu or 860.486.1038.

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Oct 4 Clean Energy Engagement Fair 3:00pm

Clean Energy Engagement Fair

Wednesday, October 4th, 2023

03:00 PM - 04:30 PM

Student Union

Register for the Clean Energy Fair Here
Note: register for only the Engagement Fair or the full Summit. Student participation is welcome and encouraged.
The Center for Career Development has many resources available to students, including meeting with a career coach who can help you prepare for this engagement fair.

Contact Information:
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Oct 4 Getting Started in Undergraduate Research 4:00pm

Getting Started in Undergraduate Research

Wednesday, October 4th, 2023

04:00 PM - 05:00 PM

Rowe Center

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: ugradresearch.uconn.edu
If you require an accommodation to participate in this session, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at our@uconn.edu at least one week prior to the workshop.
This workshop is a partner event in the Month of Discovery, a series of events designed to help students explore UConn’s rich culture of research, creativity, and innovation. By attending, students can earn points and prizes as part of the Discovery Quest challenge.

Contact Information:
Melissa Berkey, Office of Undergraduate Research, melissa.berkey@uconn.edu

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