The fall semester is fast approaching. Join us in the Office of Undergraduate Research (Bolton 192) on any of the following dates: Aug. 9th, 10th; Sept. 6th, 13th, 27th; Oct. 11th, 25th; Nov. 8th, 22nd; or Dec. 13th at 1pm… Read More
Make your presentation plan for the spring! Abstract submission is now open for both the UWM Undergraduate Research Symposium and the UW System Symposium for Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity. Many departments have their own discipline specific presentation opportunities as… Read More
Applications can now be submitted for the Council on Undergraduate Research Posters on the Hill event in Washington, DC. This competitive event (held in spring 2018, date TBD) gives students the opportunity to showcase their research to congressional members, meet… Read More
The Office of Undergraduate Research is excited to introduce Course Based Research Projects this fall — small, research-based courses led UWM’s amazing research-active faculty members. If you are an incoming freshman or transfer student, one of these classes could be… Read More
If you are presenting at a conference, you can apply for up to $400 of funding through our Undergraduate Research Travel Award. If this doesn’t fully cover the expenses of the trip, consider asking your mentor, department, or dean. A… Read More
This website is a great spot to start. Take a look at the list of Research Projects. You can apply to get involved in the ones that sound interesting to you. We also encourage students to read faculty biographies on… Read More
Participating in undergraduate research can be one of the best ways to explore possible majors, so no! You are definitely not restricted to a project within a declared major. We have many successful collaborations between students and faculty who are… Read More
Research mentors are typically flexible when it comes to scheduling hours in the lab. They understand that you are a student first. However, a frank discussion about your availability with a potential mentor is important before any commitment is made. … Read More
Now is a great time to look into summer research opportunities on other campuses. Many institutions host “REU” sites (Research Experiences for Undergraduates) that are funded by the National Science Foundation and intended to immerse bright and motivated undergraduates in… Read More