Our micro-events offer approachable entry points into undergraduate research. Whether you're curious about how to get started, want to connect with fellow students, or need help preparing for a program like URS, these short-format events are designed to answer your questions about undergraduate research in a low-pressure environment.
Visit our page on the Campus Calendar for a full listing and event details.
Undergraduate Research Cafés
Informal conversations with our Undergraduate Research Ambassadors from a variety of disciplines.
Getting Started in Research Workshops
Practical tips, timelines, and resources to help you take your first steps as an undergraduate researcher.
Undergraduate Research Scholars Informational Sessions
Learn about the Undergraduate Research Scholars thesis program and what to expect in the application process.
2026-2027 Schedule
| DATE | EVENT |
|---|---|
| July 22 | Undergraduate Research Scholars Informational Session |
| July 29 | Undergraduate Research Summer Poster Session |
| August 7 | Undergraduate Research Scholars Informational Session |
| August 18 | Undergraduate Research Scholars Informational Session |
| August 28 | Undergraduate Research Scholars Informational Session |
| September 1 | Undergraduate Research Scholars Informational Session |
| September 2 | Undergraduate Research Café |
| September 14 | Getting Started in Research Workshop |
| September TBD | Journal of Law & Society Board Member Application Deadline |
| September TBD | Explorations Board Member Application Deadline |
| October 9 | Undergraduate Research Café |
| October TBD | Undergraduate Research Experience Forum |
| November 5 | Undergraduate Research Café |
| November 16 | Getting Started in Research Workshop |
| November 20 | Explorations Volume 18 Journal Release |
| December 2 | University Research Scholars Workshop: Writing Abstracts |
| December TBD | Journal of Law & Society Article Application Deadline |
| January 25 | Explorations Synopsis Application Deadline |
| February 2 | Getting Started in Research Workshop |
| February 12 | Undergraduate Research Café |
| February 23 | Undergraduate Research Scholars Symposium |
| March 1 | Getting Started in Research Workshop |
| March 7 | Undergraduate Research Ambassador Application Deadline |
| March 10 | Undergraduate Research Café |
| April 13 | Undergraduate Research Café |
| April 16 | Undergraduate Research Scholars Informational Session |
| April 23 | Undergraduate Research Scholars Informational Session |
| April 30 | Journal of Law & Society Issue 3 Journal Release |