Housed within the Division of Research and Economic Development at Â鶹´«Ã½, the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) is your gateway to hands-on research and creative activities that enrich the undergraduate experience. We connect students with opportunities to engage in meaningful projects, foster faculty-student collaborations, and support experiential learning across all disciplines.
Led by a dynamic and interdisciplinary team, OUR is dedicated to empowering students to develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and professional skills through faculty-supervised research and creative work. Whether you are a student eager to explore new ideas or a faculty member looking to mentor the next generation of researchers, we are here to support and guide you.
Together, let’s build a thriving undergraduate research community that inspires innovation and makes a lasting impact at Â鶹´«Ã½ and beyond. Visit our office or explore the website to get started today!
"Researching is likely the largest resume builder one can do as an undergraduate."Â
-ÌýJacob VanSparrentak,ÌýAstrophysics
For Students
Discover opportunities that match your passions and goals. OUR provides resources to help you:
- Connect with faculty mentors.
- Engage in research and creative projects early in your academic journey.
- Learn from inspiring success stories shared by peers.
Take the first step toward building a strong foundation for your future academic and professional pursuits.
For Faculty
OUR offers resources to help you mentor undergraduate students effectively and integrate them into your research or creative projects. By collaborating with OUR, you can:
- Access support for mentorship efforts.
- Engage students in meaningful, hands-on learning experiences.
- Contribute to fostering a culture of discovery at Â鶹´«Ã½.
Knowledge & Creativity Expo
The inaugural expo featuring all colleges and bringing together students, faculty, and community partners in a dynamic showcase of research and creative expression.
This event will highlight the diverse research and creative works of undergraduate and medical student scholars.
