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2025 Quick Pitch Challenge

Thursday, January 23, 2025
The Office of Undergraduate Research Quick Pitch Challenge (QPC) is a communication competition that challenges undergraduate students to present their research or creative work to a general audience in three minutes. Participants from all majors and areas of study are invited to showcase their work on campus. The final competition is April 9th!

Are you looking for a unique educational experience as you prepare for professional or graduate school?

Tuesday, April 1, 2025
If you are participating in research, you may be an excellent candidate for the Undergraduate Certificate in Clinical and Translational Science (CCTS). Participating in this program is especially beneficial for students who are considering attending a health professions school or graduate school.

Undergraduate Research Assistant for the Mangalam Lab in Pathology

Friday, March 21, 2025
Mangalam Lab's goal is to develop better treatment options to cure multiple sclerosis (MS).

HEART - Harnessing Educators for Advancing Refrigerant Technologies ($)

Wednesday, March 12, 2025
A 4- week summer program designed to immerse educators in the field of HVACR systems with a focus on sustainable refrigerants

FROST: Fostering Research Opportunities in Sustainable Technologies

Wednesday, March 12, 2025
A 10-week summer program designed to immerse undergraduate students in the field of HVACR systems with a focus on sustainable refrigerants.

Upcoming Deadlines and Events

Quick Pitch Challenge -  Finals April 9th, 2025

Academic Year Fellowship Application Due - April 11th, 2025

SURF - April 30th, 2025
Application EXTENDED: Due April 4th, 2025