Early Bird

Important Undergraduate Research events and deadlines

If you have students who have completed exceptional research-related coursework, share these upcoming events and opportunities.

By Kristy Duran, Ph.D.

December 6, 2021

11^th Annual Undergraduate Research Conference: A Symposium of Scholarly Works and Creative Projects

Registration and abstract submission open today for the 11^th Annual Undergraduate Research Conference: A Symposium of Scholarly Works and Creative Projects. If you have students who completed an exceptional research or creative project in one of your fall courses, encourage them to submit an abstract to present. There is no cost to attend or present, and submissions from all disciplines are welcome. Students graduating this fall are eligible to present their work. Abstracts must be submitted by March 18, and the conference will take place April 22.

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Spring-semester workshops

Also encourage students to attend spring workshops. Topics center on conference preparation and include how to write an abstract and preparing poster and oral presentations.

See a full list of workshops.

Undergraduate Research Mini-Grants

If your students are working on a research or creative project, encourage them to apply for an Undergraduate Research Mini-Grant by Jan. 28. Students can apply for up to $500 toward supplies or to use as a stipend.

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The Rowdy Scholar

The Rowdy Scholar, Metropolitan State University of Denver’s first undergraduate-research journal, is accepting submissions for its fourth edition. Faculty members are encouraged to work with students to submit a ready-for-publication paper by Feb. 11. Please visit the website below for more details or email Mandi Schaeffer Fry, Ph.D., associate professor of Mathematical and Computer Sciences, at aschaef6@msudenver.edu with questions.

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For general questions about events or programming, please contact undergradresearch@msudenver.edu.