Announcements

This page is your one-stop for upcoming events with the Office of Undergraduate Research, as well as how to sign up for our email lists and Google Calendar notifications.

We are Hiring! FWS: Office of Undergraduate Research Student Programs Intern

  • Student will be working up to 11 hours per week assisting with program planning and communication including but not limited to supporting office communications including email, social media, Symposium, calendar and website announcements.
  • Additional roles for representing the Office through tabling events, drop-in hours, student organization visits, and OUR yearly events including URC is required. The student will work on specific projects associated with OUR related events and activities.
  • This role will assist with basic administrative functions of the office including but not limited to light office duties (greeting visitors, answering phones, recording meeting notes, responding to email, filing, posting campus signage, and oral and written communication).
  • If interested, submit a resume and cover letter to the Hire-A-Niner job posting
  • Only Federal Work Study eligible applicants

Summer Events

  • Summer Networking Picnic: June 19th from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM at the Hauser Alumni Pavilion
    • Open to OUR Summer Scholars, Mentors, and Guests
    • Great opportunity to connect with other researchers and enjoy food and free OUR giveaways
  • Summer Research Symposium: August 2nd at the Popp Martin Student Union
    • Research does not stop when summer starts! Come hear from OUR Summer Scholars and other researchers from programs across UNC Charlotte!
    • More details can be found here!

Register for UCOL 2101: Intro to Research

  • One credit hour course offered on Thursdays from 11:30 am to 12:45 pm in Fretwell 306
  • A professional development course that prepares students for successful engagement in undergraduate research.  Provides an in-depth overview of research methods and practices.  Students actively participate in conducting literature research and learn about the research process.
  • Led by OUR Associate Director, Dr. Sarah Powell
  • **Note: This course is intended for students interested in learning more about undergraduate research who have not already been employed as OUR Scholars

Academic-Year Reminders

OUR Drop-In Hours

  • 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm on Tuesdays
  • Stop by the OUR Office at Barnard 109 to meet with a member of the OUR team
  • Individual meetings also available, see the About Us page for contact information.

Student Survey: NOW ACTIVE!

  • We are seeking student feedback to develop OUR programming and outreach
  • Survey link HERE!

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