We love research, and we hope you do too! That's why we will be spending the week of Valentine's showing you why we love research! Check out the OUR social media for updates about this campaign, and how you can get involved.

The Iowa Sciences Academy is seeking current sophomores and juniors involved in research to join the UI-MARC program during the academic year of 2025 - 2026. The UI-MARC (Maximizing Access to Research Careers) is an NIH-funded program that supports students committed to pursuing a research-focused PhD or MD/PhD program in the biomedical sciences (not intended for clinical only careers). The fellowship is for June 1, 2025 - May 30, 2026, during a student's junior or senior year.

Want to learn about research from undergraduates? You're invited to the Iowa Sciences Academy 2024 Scholar Symposium! This in-person event features short talks by undergraduate students about their research who are currently supported by programs administered by the Iowa Sciences Academy. Come by the Kollros Auditorium on December 7th from 10:00am - 12:00pm to hear from these spectacular students.

The Office of Undergraduate Research Ambassadors is excited to celebrate the end of the semester with you! Join us for the OUR Ambassador Social featuring a customizable hot chocolate bar, hot apple cider, and sweet treats to warm you up from the cold. See you at our office

Join International Programs for Fulbright Week. The Fulbright U.S. Student Program offers recent bachelor’s graduates, master’s and doctoral candidates, young professionals, and artists the chance to develop personally and gain international experience.

The application is now open for the University of Iowa’s Cancer Research Opportunities at Iowa (CROI) undergraduate summer program. Our 10 week program features an individual research project, oral and poster presentation, mentoring, clinical shadowing, and career development opportunities.

The research focuses on investigating the signaling mechanisms underlying the development of obesity and breast cancer. This project offers ample opportunities for undergraduate student involvement. Depending on their experience, students may assist with lab maintenance, support experimental procedures, and receive guidance in applying for the ICRU fellowship. With substantial contributions, students may also have the opportunity to co-author manuscripts.

Are you planning on presenting at the Fall Undergraduate Research Festival? On Tuesday the 22nd from 4-5pm 140 BHC, OUR research ambassadors will be presenting a workshop on how to make and organize a research poster! The ambassadors all have experience giving poster presentations, and they will be able to answer specific questions and review poster drafts. Stop by for help and feedback!

At the Iowa City Public Library (ICPL), there will be a Digital Diary exhibit showcasing stories of children from around the world and throughout history, highlighting the challenges they faced during wars and conflicts. Alongside this, local youth will present their submissions in various media, including writing and art, exploring themes of war, personal struggle, resilience, and peace.

On October 14th, Liz Saathoff started as the Office of Undergraduate Research's Associate Director! We are excited to welcome her, and we know she will be an asset to our mission of promoting undergraduate research by providing resources to mentors and students.