Workshops
These workshops are open to all students, regardless of major, research interest, or prior/current research experience.
Fall 2024
We invite you to develop your skills further, and to round out your educational and research experience at NC State by joining us and our colleages at the following workshops. For students currently funded by the OUR, the professional development workshops are pre-approved for meeting your professional development activity requirement.
Many of these workshops are located in one of the East Learning Labs, or the South Learning Lab in D.H. Hill Jr. Library (not far from the Office of Undergraduate Research). Please see the linked maps to help find the rooms.
Professional Development-Hosted by the Office of Undergraduate Research
Registration for OUR-Hosted Professional Development Workshops
- November 4, 2024 11:00-12:00 P.M.-Best Practices in Data Visualization and an Introduction to Data Services at the Library: DH Hill Library, Third Floor, South Learning Lab 3430
- Participants are encouraged to bring a laptop, but a laptop is not required.
- November 5, 2024 2:00-3:00 P.M.-Budgeting Basics/Money Mindset: Location TBD
- November 5, 2024 3:00-4:00 P.M.-Student Loans and Debt Management: Location TBD
- November 8, 2024 10:00-11:00 A.M.-Finding Research Articles Using Web of Science and Other Databases: DH Hill Library, Second Floor, East Learning Lab A
- November 19, 2024 3:00-4:00 P.M.-Research Communication Through Storytelling: DH Hill Library, Second Floor, East Learning Lab A
- Research demonstrates that people learn new information more effectively, understand it better and remember it longer when it is delivered in the form of a story. In this session, we’ll dig more deeply into this and discuss the elements of great storytelling. You will then be introduced to a fun and simple method for telling the story of your research in three sentences, and get the opportunity to try it yourself (and receive facilitator and peer feedback).
Professional Development-Hosted by Campus Partners
Don’t see one you think belongs here? Let us know (undergraduate-research@ncsu.edu)!
For students currently funded by the OUR, you will need to document your attendance to receive credit.
- Multiple Dates and Times–NC State Libraries “Research Skills” Workshops
- Multiple Dates and Times–NC State Libraries “Data and Visualization” Workshops
- OUR-funded students must attend in-person events in order to receive credit.
- November 13, 2024 5:30-9:00 P.M.–Envisioning Urban Futures: Charlanta
- Join the Office of University Interdisciplinary Programs as it explores the possible futures for Charlanta, a projected megalopolis stretching from Charlotte to Atlanta and beyond. How can we grow in ways that draw on creativity, resilience and innovative uses of technology to prioritize livability, sustainability and harmony with the surrounding environment?
How to Get Started in Research
These weekly zoom workshops cover a range of the commonly asked questions regarding how to find undergraduate research opportunities and how to get started. There will be time for Q&A at the end.
Registration for How to Get Started in Research Workshops (zoom links will be emailed to registrants)
- October 31, 2024 10:00-11:00 A.M.
- November 7, 2024 12:00-1:00 P.M.
- November 12, 2024 3:15-4:15 P.M.
- November 21, 2024 1:45-2:45 P.M.
Creating Research Presentations (Poster and Oral Presentations)
The OUR is here to help you prepare your research oral and poster presentations! Join us as you are getting ready to present at one of the many opportunities on- and off-campus for students to showcase their hard work. We’re also happy to help you one-on-one, and can point you towards additional opportunities to present.
For students currently funded by the OUR, these workshops do not count toward your professional development activity requirement.
Registration for Research Presentation Support Workshops
- November 13, 2024 1:30-2:30 P.M.-How to Create an Oral Presentation: DH Hill Library, Second Floor, East Learning Lab A
- November 13, 2024 3:30-4:30 P.M.-How to Create Poster Presentation: DH Hill Library, Second Floor, East Learning Lab B
- November 26, 2024 10:00-11:00 A.M.-How to Create an Oral Presentation: DH Hill Library, 2nd Floor, East Learning Lab A
- November 26, 2024 12:00-1:00 P.M.-How to Create a Poster Presentation: DH Hill Library, 2nd Floor, East Learning Lab A
Project Supply Grant Help Sessions
These sessions provide key information on applying for Project Supply Grant funding. Applicants must attend one full help session prior to submitted their first applications. Once this requirement is met, applicants may continue to submit applications in the future without attending additional help sessions.
Recurring Workshop Topics
Applications: Scholarships, Graduate School, Jobs, etc.
Application Processes, Crafting Personal Statements, Discussing Research on Resumes, Campus Resources for Applicants, Introductions to Graduate School and Industry Positions
Best Practices in Management and Teamwork
Management and Leadership Skills, Working as Part of a Team, Supporting High Performance
Communication Skills
Oral and Poster Presentations, Engaging Different Communities, Translating Your Jargon, Storytelling, Data Visualization
Data Analysis and Computing Tools
Using R, Working with ArcGIS, Data Management in Google Sheets, AI Tools, Data Visualization
Essential Skills and Knowledge for Researchers
Participating in Conferences, Networking, Dealing with Failure and Imposter Syndrome, Library Resources, Publishing, Ethics, Approaching Faculty and Other Mentors
Research Basics and Getting Started
Approaching Faculty and Other Mentors, What is Reseach, Types of Research, Getting Started
Research Options for Students
Types of Research, Summer Opportunities, Research Abroad, Self-Guided Research
Please email any questions you have to the office at undergraduate-research@ncsu.edu. If any of the following are true, we are especially excited to hear from you:
- You have a suggestion for an OUR workshop topic.
- You would like to present a research-related workshop for the OUR (or have yours listed on our site).
- You would like the OUR to deliver a workshop for your class or group (or collaborate on developing one).
NC State is committed to providing an inclusive environment and, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, will honor requests for reasonable accommodations made by individuals with disabilities. Requests can be served more effectively if notice is provided at least 10 days before the event. Please direct accommodation requests to 919-513-0095.