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Mission

The OUR supports and promotes the undergraduate research community at NCSU, providing tools, resources, and guidance to students, faculty, and staff.

Choose Your Preferred Option to Learn About Undergraduate Research

Self-Guided

Browse our online “Getting Started” resources laid out as simple steps.

Step 1-Explore Different Forms of Research

One-on-One Meetings

Make an appointment or drop by during office hours to meet with a Research Ambassador.

Meet with Us

Live, Virtual Workshops

Register for a “How to Get Started in Research” workshop.

Workshops

Upcoming opportunities to present your research

Row of research posters with presenters talking to attendees.

Spring Annual Undergraduate Research and Creativity Symposium

Undergraduate researchers in all research fields across the campus share their hard work (at any stage in the process) through poster and oral presentations.

Research-curious students are especially encouraged to attend and learn how they can get started!

Date: April 28-29, 2026
Undergraduate researcher giving a presentation of their work with a slide behind them showing different colorful animals.

Spring Research Slam

Undergraduate researchers nominated by their mentors are selected to share their research in 5-minute presentations followed by a panel discussion answering questions from the audience.

This event is specifically designed to engage community members and fellow students from outside fields. Students interested in starting research are particularly welcome!

Date: March 10, 2026
Researcher standing in front of their highlighted slide showing a graph with 3 differently color trends.

Other Campus Opportunities

Undergraduate researchers are invited to explore additional campus events where they can show off their data and skills.

Opportunities span all fields and cover chances to present, compete, and create. Each listed event is hosted by the designated campus partner. Students with questions about a particular opportunity should reach out to the host.

Additional Research Events

upcoming opportunities to fund your research

As one example of undergraduate research, there is a student working with different components of paper pulp at a lab bench.

Project Supply Grants

Receive up to $500 for research supplies and up to $1000 for your work ($15/hr) for Summer 2026!

Applicants must attend a Project Supply Grant Help Session to become eligible. Check the list of OUR Workshops for session scheduling. Does not apply to previous awardees.

Application Window: Feb 23-Mar 27, 2026 11:59 p.m.
As one example of research (studying artifacts), a museum worker is putting artifacts on display after they have been cataloged.

OUR-Federal Work-Study Research Assistant Program

Receive hourly compensation for your research through the Federal Work-Study program. Awardees can earn $15/hr up to their individual maximum.

Applicants must be meaningful engaged in research, eligible for Federal Work-Study.

Application Window: Dec 1-Jan 19, 2026 11:59 p.m.

Workshops

All are welcome and we have something for everyone!
How to Get Started in Research; Project Supply Grant Help Sessions; Crafting Research Presentations; Tools to Enhance Your Research, Data Analysis, Writing, and Communication; Applying to Graduate School; and Financial Wellness

More About OUR Workshops