University Framework for Undergraduate Research

The Office of Undergraduate Research is a gateway for information about undergraduate research experiences. By establishing common language and guidance for creating, coordinating, and assessing undergraduate research experiences, we strive to normalize undergraduate research as a common experience in all campuses, colleges, and degree programs at Texas A&M University.

University Framework for Undergraduate Research

General Resources

Council on Undergraduate Research (CUR) Characteristics of Excellence in Undergraduate Research (COEUR)

CUR provides best practices for supporting and sustaining undergraduate research experiences in all disciplines.

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Center for the Improvement of Mentored Experiences in Research (CIMER) Mentor & Mentee Support Resources

CIMER is a leader in mentoring relationships in research, providing toolkits and resources for supporting professional relationships.

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Opportunities to Engage

Become a URS Proposal Reviewer

Faculty and postdocs are invited to serve as Proposal Reviewers for the Undergraduate Research Scholars (URS) thesis program. This is an opportunity to support students as they start year-long, faculty-mentored research projects.

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Review Submissions for Explorations

Experienced faculty, staff, and postdocs are encouraged to get involved in the submission review process for the upcoming volume of Explorations. Reviewers play a critical role in ensuring the quality, clarity, and rigor of the journal by evaluating student submissions and providing constructive feedback.

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Review Submissions for TAMUJLS

JLS is seeking Texas A&M faculty, staff, and postdocs who are willing to review manuscripts submitted by Texas A&M undergraduates for potential publication in its 3rd issue, (spring 2027 publication). Expert review by faculty, staff, and postdocs is critical in maintaining the high quality of work we publish.

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Serve as an Active Listener

Faculty, staff, and postdocs of all disciplines are invited to participate as Active Listeners at the Undergraduate Research Scholars Symposium, providing constructive written feedback to students on their presentations in a non-judged, supportive environment.

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