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We work to support and promote discovery-, inquiry-, scholarly- and creativity-based opportunities through mentored research experiences.

Featured UPCOMING Events

2023 ACC Meeting of the Minds Applications

ACC Meeting of the Minds will be held March 24-26 at VA Tech (Blacksburg, VA). Students in all disciplines are welcomed to apply. Review the instructions on the linked paged. Application materials are due by January 20, 2023.

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Summer REUs/Programs

Now is the time to consider Summer REUs and other Summer programs. Follow the link for more information. You can review programs offered at NC State (updates may occur) and nationally (click one of the databases or other links).

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OUR Paid Research Assistant Positions

If you have a mentor, are working on a research or creative endeavor, and have considered a research assistant position, this opportunity could be for you. Please review the information in the link, including requirements to apply and requirements should a position be offered.

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Submissions – National Conference on Undergraduate Research

April 13-15, 2023 at the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire. CUR has extended the deadline for abstracts until December 7. Notify the OUR if you submit to NCUR.

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Spring FWS Research Assistant Positions

The OUR Federal Work Study Research Assistant application is open again for Spring submissions. The application will close January 20. While we try our best, the OUR cannot guarantee students an FWS position.

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Spring 2023 Seminar Series

Seminars provide students with research-related professional development and more information on research at NCSU. We will post the Spring Seminar schedule early December. Join us if you’re just starting or you are a seasoned researcher, whether you’re required or just curious — all are welcome!

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2023 Spring Seminar Series

Learn about research at NC State, research-related topics, and/or gain research-related professional development! Whether you’re just starting or you’re a seasoned researcher, you’re required to attend or just curious — all are welcome!

INFO WILL BE AVAILABLE IN DEC