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.

Please note that the application and matching process can take up to a month. Spring 2026 matching was completed November 25.

Summer 2026 OUR Scholars Program

The Request for Projects (RFP) is active for Mentors to propose undergraduate research projects for Summer 2026. Mentors can submit projects up to January 14, 2026.

ETHEL Research Journal

Check out UNC Charlotte’s undergraduate research journal! UNC Charlotte’s Interdisciplinary Undergraduate Research Journal, is seeking student guests for our upcoming “Research Spotlight” series. This podcast highlights your story behind the research you do: the inspiration, challenges, and insights that make each project unique. Each episode is conversational, recorded right here on campus, and open to students from all disciplines. No prior podcast experience is needed!

What to expect:
A short pre-chat to discuss your project and key ideas
A 20–30 minute recorded interview
Optional photos or clips for ETHEL’s social media

If you’re interested in being featured, please fill out our quick interest form. This is a great opportunity to share your research beyond the classroom and inspire other Niners to get involved! We would love to feature you on our Podcast!

December Events:

The competitions portal will open on November 3rd for mentors for Summer 2026 projects. The portal will close on January 14th.

The 2026 National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR) will be held in Richmond, VA on April 13-15, 2026 . Abstract submissions are due December 5, 2026.

It is still thankful season! Any OUR supported student may stop by the Office of Undergraduate Research in Barnard 109 starting Tuesday December 2 for a snack, some hot cocoa, and an opportunity to write a thank you card to your mentor(s).

Other Events

Professional Development

PD workshops will be held on Mondays from 3-4pm this fall. The full schedule is available under Get Researching!

The first issue of the new ETHEL Undergraduate Research Journal is out!

Check out the new ETHEL Journal’s site to read the articles accepted for publication, learn more about the authors, listen to the first episodes of the ETHEL podcast series, and learn about the editorial board and opportunities to support ETHEL.

Did you miss the 2025 Honors Research Symposium? It’s not too late

See what OUR students did this summer! View presentations, ask questions of authors, or support your peers on the Honors Research Symposium companion site.

OUR Drop-In Hours

  • Wednesdays 10-11:30am, Thursdays 1-2:30pm or by appointment
    • 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

Want to receive email updates from OUR about research opportunities and news?

Join the Student OUR Email List

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Steps to subscribe to the OUR Google Calendar:

1. Open Google Calendar on a computer

2. Click the “+” next to “Other calendars”

3. Select “Subscribe to calendar” and enter undergradresearch@uncc.edu