| | Register to Present at FURF
Wednesday, November 6th, 2024 3:30-6:00 pm
Old Capitol Mall (201 S. Clinton St.)
Registration is open through Wednesday, October 30th
Register ASAP to ensure you get a spot!
The Fall Undergraduate Research Festival (FURF) is held in celebration and recognition of undergraduate researchers' contributions to research, scholarly, and creative work at the University of Iowa. All students involved in mentored research or creative work are invited to present at FURF utilizing posters or other visual displays. Everyone is welcome to attend and discover the incredible work done by undergraduate students across campus.
Click here to learn more about FURF | | | | We are excited to welcome the new OUR Associate Director, Liz Saathoff! Liz has a Master's in Public Health in Community and Behavioral Health and a bachelor's degree in Public Health with a Writing Certificate from the University of Iowa. We are thrilled to have her join the OUR team. Feel free to drop by and introduce yourself to Liz!
Learn more about Liz | | | Interested in helping the undergraduate researchers at the University of Iowa? Your feedback can help to strengthen their presentation and communication skills. We need Faculty, Graduate/Professional Students, Post-Docs, Professional Staff, and community members to serve as judges for the event.
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Exhibit Hall- Do you have a physical object to present alongside your poster presentation? A performance? A 3-D object? Bring it along and show it off in FURF's Exhibit Hall - the UI community would love to see what you have been working on. Presentations must be able to fit within a 6-foot-wide space and be safe to display indoors.
| | | LinkedIn Photo Booth at FURF Back by popular demand.
Interested in getting professional headshots at no cost? Make sure to stop by FURF to get a professional profile photo. The photo booth will be up and running through the entire length of the event! Sign-up in UCC2520 when you get to the event. | | | | This past weekend, the Office of Undergraduate Research held the Undergraduate Research Conference (URC). Over 40 undergraduate students from 22 different majors attended and had the opportunity to learn about undergraduate research and how to get involved.
If you didn't have a chance to attend our Undergraduate Research Conference, feel free to stop by our office to ask any of your questions.
| | | The Office of Undergraduate Research offers travel awards to support undergraduate researchers attending professional conferences or development events, with grants of up to $500 available.
For many students, these opportunities provide valuable networking and professional development. Joy Curry, who is majoring in History, Medieval Studies and Museum Studies, used her travel award to connect with others in her field. Joy had this to say about the travel award, "It was a wonderful experience! I was able to see panels by experienced people in the field, see a variety of museums in Council Bluffs, and meet museum people from all across Iowa!" | | | | Are you planning on presenting at the Fall Undergraduate Research Festival? On Tuesday the 22nd from 4-5 pm at BHC 140, 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! For more info | | | OUR offers multiple different ways to find funding for your research. Click the links below to learn more about the different types of funding opportunities.
| | | Other News and Information |
Follow OUR on Social Media
Want to see what we are up to? Follow us on social media to stay updated with all things research. We answer questions, send updates on what's happening, post about events, and talk about future opportunities. Check us out at: Instagram LinkedIn
Capture Your Research Deadline Extended
The deadline for the Capture your Research competition has been extended. Submit a photo capturing your research for a chance to have your content digitized and highlighted at the Capture Your Research Awards Ceremony. Learn more here!
Resilient Voices: A Multimedia Exhibition Celebrating Youth Empowerment, Global Perspectives, and the Legacy of Anne Frank
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.
Looking for a Unique Educational Experience as you Prepare for Professional or Graduate School?
If you are participating in research, you may be an excellent candidate for the Undergraduate Certificate in Clinical and Translational Science (CCTS). Participating in this program is especially beneficial for students who are considering attending a health professions school or graduate school. Click here to learn more.
Contact us:
Tawny Tibbits, OUR Director, tawny-tibbits@uiowa.edu
Liz Saathoff, OUR Associate Director, elizabeth-saathoff@uiowa.edu
Laura Kowalski-Bliss, OUR Coordinator, laura-kowalski-bliss@uiowa.edu
Office of Undergraduate Research
undergraduate-research@uiowa.edu
https://our.research.uiowa.edu
6 Gilmore Hall
319-335-8336 | | | |
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