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📢Attention Students📢 Are you an Undergraduate Researcher? Do you have a desire to connect with communities and professionals involved in your discipline? Then you should attend the Florida Undergraduate Research Conference (FURC) 2024 Conference occurring February 16-17, 2024 in Jacksonville, FL. FURC 2024 is a beneficial opportunity for undergraduate students actively involved in research and those who are looking to get started.

Students interested in presenting and submitting their abstracts should do so by December 22, 2023.

Not looking to present but what still like to go? No problem! Registration is open now and will close February 2, 2024.

For more information visit: https://www.unf.edu/our/current-researchers/FURC-2024.html

Not what you are looking for? Interested in pursuing conference experiences but don't know where to go? We have got your back! To find more opportunities like this visit here: https://bit.ly/3EHZ8tD

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The Graduate Students as Emerging Mentors Program (GEM) assists graduate students in conducting their research projects through engagement with undergraduate research students. Through the program, OUR will work with graduate students to build mentoring and communication skills and help recruit research assistants. This professional development will help prepare graduate students for future careers, both within and outside academia, and help them finish their research projects on time.

TODAY (December 8) is the LAST DAY to register for the 2023 GEM Workshop. For those interested in attending the December 13, 2023 workshop, please complete this form: bit.ly/GEM-Form.

Find more information about the GEM Program here: https://bit.ly/GEM_Program

If interested in joining the GEM Program, contact us: [email protected] | 850.474.2298

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📢Attention Undergraduate Students📢 Have you been working on research that you are ready to present? Are you interested in sharing your research with professionals and other undergraduate researchers? Then you should join OUR on their 2024 NCUR trip!.

NCUR gathers undergraduate student scholars and welcomes presenters from all institutions and disciplines. OUR anticipates funding up to ten undergraduate students attending NCUR 2024. To attend, students must apply and have their abstract accepted by NCUR and OUR.

Students whose abstract is accepted by NCUR and are selected to receive funding by OUR will attend the conference in person in Long Beach, California. OUR cannot guarantee to fund all UWF students accepted to NCUR 2024.

For students interested in participating, abstracts are due by December 8, 2023 (TOMORROW!).

Submit your abstract to NCUR here: https://ncur.secure-platform.com/2024/page/submit-an-abstract

Submit your abstract to OUR here: https://bit.ly/OURapplication



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🚨Attention Argo Undergraduates🚨
Do you have an interest in biomed, public health, exercise science, or nursing? Do you enjoy learning about healthcare? Then you should reach out to the Office of Undergraduate Research about this opportunity with Dr. Jacqueline Thomas.

Undergraduate assistants will perform research on one of a variety project topics related to healthcare including: equity in healthcare; providing healthcare that considers past and current patient life situations, such as trauma, to provide the best care; and covid vaccines in healthcare.

Eligible federal work study undergraduates, available to work 5-10 hours per week, will receive hourly pay for their work. In addition, volunteers are also welcome to join!

Interested students should contact us for more information: [email protected] | 850.474.2298

Not what you are looking for? No worries! There are plenty more unique mentor opportunities waiting for you. Find out more, here: https://bit.ly/FindUWFmentor



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🚨Attention Students🚨 Want to learn more about the US Department of Homeland Security and the research the agency and component agencies do to enhance your research interests and career goals? Interested in learning from top scientists and subject matter experts in homeland security related areas? Seeking to network with your peers and members of the academic and scientific communities in government facilities conducting research in DHS relevant areas? Good news! 🎉Homeland Security Professional Opportunities for Student Workforce to Experience Research (HS-POWER) Program is currently seeking to hire students for internship positions, for their 10 weeks program, occurring in Oak Ridge, Tennessee during the months of May-July.

This program is open to students majoring in a broad spectrum of homeland security related science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines as well as DHS mission-relevant research areas which includes social sciences. Participants will partake in quality research experiences with federal research facilities and other DHS-STEM focused entities nationwide. Additionally, they will establish connections with professionals giving them a competitive edge moving forward in their career.

Applications for Summer 2024 positions are open NOW until December 15, 2023

Find more information here: https://zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DHS-POWER-2024-SUMMER

Not what you are looking for? Interested in pursuing paid research experiences but don't know where to go? No worries! To find more opportunities like this visit here: https://bit.ly/OURREUs

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📢Attention Students📢 Are you interested in humanities across a range of disciplines? Do you have a desire to connect with communities and professionals involved in your specific discipline? Then you should attend the Humanities Education and Research Association (HERA) 2024 Conference occurring March 6-9, 2024 in San Francisco, CA. HERA 2024 is a beneficial opportunity for undergraduate students actively involved in research and those who are looking to get started.

Students interested in presenting and submitting their abstracts should do so by January 31, 2024.

Not looking to present but what still like to go? No problem! Registration is open now and will close February 1, 2024.

For more information visit: https://www.utep.edu/liberalarts/hera/

Not what you are looking for? Interested in pursuing conference experiences but don't know where to go? We have got your back! To find more opportunities like this visit here: https://bit.ly/3EHZ8tD

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Wrapping up our spotlight journey with Deja, find out more about her advice to future research students and her OUR experience below.

“Just do it. Trust me, I know I was terrified too but sometimes you just gotta trust what your heart has been telling you all along. As long as passion is behind the project, you’ll do great.”

“Honestly, thank you Allison and Emily. Y’all mean the world to me

🚨Attention Undergraduate Students🚨 Are you interested in pursuing a career in the Arts or Humanities? Are you looking for paid research experience that benefits your opportunities, resume, and degree? Good news! 🎉The Kennedy Center Internship Program is currently seeking to hire undergraduate students for internship positions, occurring in Washington, D.C., January 16, 2024 – April 26, 2024.

Undergraduate interns will participate in seminars with senior staff members on a variety of arts administration topics, attend cross-departmental meetings to understand the workings of a matrix organization, conduct informational interviews with staff members, creatively collaborate with fellow interns on capstone project, and work alongside innovative arts leaders to achieve their own professional career goals. This is a paid internship program at $17 per hour.

Applications for Spring 2024 positions are open NOW until December 8, 2023.

Find more information here: https://www.kennedy-center.org/careers/internships/

Not what you are looking for? Interested in pursuing paid research experiences but don't know where to go? No worries! To find more opportunities like this visit here: https://bit.ly/OURREUs

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Continuing on our spotlight journey with Deja, learn more about how she got involved and what she is doing now below!

“I began my writing of the script way back when and I worked on it every year since then. I found so many opportunities at UWF that the idea came in mind of putting on the play. I noticed a lack of fantasy within the theatre community because of its difficulties of funding. I also found plays sometimes favor non inclusionary devices, leading to people, who look like me, not represented on the stage. I wanted to help those who are not represented in the theatre under the blanket of a fantasy we often don’t see either. Kinda fun, breaking multiple walls at once!”

“Right now I am a Development Associate at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre where I help fundraise shows as well as throw exciting events such as parties, galas, and such for big donors to showcase our theatrical talent. During the interview they were super impressed by my ability to be the first ever playwright to have their own work produced at UWF, my ability to manage being the playwright, director and producer, filing and gaining grants due to my writing skills, and being able to help in every department (lighting, props, set) when it came down to it. The executive director at the Maltz was a former producer for Broadway shows so he loved how I was able to manage as well as help others no matter what. Btw, I love my job!!!”

Continue to follow along in coming posts to learn more about Deja and her advice to future research students!

Meet UWF Alumni and former OUR Student Deja Gamble. Join us for her spotlight today where we will learn about her experiences with research through OUR and what she is up to today!

“My favorite experience was making connections as well as blending creative mediums together into one beautiful story. The industry is amazing because we take our interpretations of stories with a little direction and create something entirely new.”

Follow along with Deja, throughout the day, to learn more about her and her experiences!

🚨Attention Students🚨 Are you interested in pursuing diverse biomedical research? Are you looking for paid research experience that benefits your opportunities, resume, and degree? Good news! 🎉The Scientific Summer Student Internship Program, is currently seeking to hire students (undergraduates AND graduates) for 8-week internship positions, occurring in mid-May or early June 2024.

The summer program at the NIAMS is a stimulating and rewarding experience that provides an opportunity for you to work side-by-side with some of the leading scientists in the world, in an environment devoted exclusively to biomedical research. Intramural investigators pursue diverse biomedical research projects that include fundamental analyses of protein structure and function, cell biology, signal transduction, gene regulation, tissue development and differentiation, and genetics and immunology. They also conduct research on the genetics, etiology, pathogenesis, and treatment of a variety of rheumatic, autoimmune, inflammatory, joint, skin, and muscle diseases.

Stipends range depending on education level and range from $3,010 a month to $4,190 a month. This is a great opportunity for Biomedical students to gain research experience and develop their skill set.

Applications for summer 2024 positions are open NOW until March 1, 2024.

Find more information here: https://www.niams.nih.gov/labs/education-training/student-research-training/summer-student-program

Not what you are looking for? Interested in pursuing paid research experiences but don't know where to go? No worries! To find more opportunities like this visit here: https://bit.ly/OURREUs

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🚨Attention Students🚨 Are you interested in Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration? Are you looking for paid research experience that benefits your opportunities, resume, and degree? Good news! 🎉The William M. Lapenta - NOAA Student Internship Program, is currently seeking to hire students for 10-week internship positions, occurring in early June to mid August 2024.

Participants will partake in a hands-on project, attend lectures, participate in workshops to build skills and knowledge relevant to the job, and then present their projects in both written and oral formats. Interns will have numerous opportunities to meet with NOAA and non-NOAA scientists, managers and leaders, as well as other interns (NASA for one).

NOAA provides a $6,000 stipend, furnished housing, travel allowance to get to and from the internship site, payment of abstract fee for AMS or AGU conference, ID cards and subsidies for use of Metro or other transportation to/from dorms to work site, and, upon completion, each intern will receive a certificate for Corp Conservation Act Direct Hiring Authority (CCA DHA).

Applications for Summer 2024 positions are open NOW until January 3, 2024.

Find more information here: https://vlab.noaa.gov/web/lapenta-internship-program/home

Not what you are looking for? Interested in pursuing paid research experiences but don't know where to go? No worries! To find more opportunities like this visit here: https://bit.ly/OURREUs

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Are you an undergraduate student? Have you written or created an original research paper, book/film review, opinion piece, or photo essay? Great News! The Institute for Human Rights and Humanitarian Studies at Webster University is currently soliciting undergraduate submissions for their May 2024 issue.

Righting Wrongs: A Journal of Human Rights is a peer-reviewed academic journal that provides space for students to explore human rights issues, challenge current actions and frameworks, and engage in problem-solving aimed at tackling some of the world’s most pressing issues.
Submissions are accepted from undergraduate students at universities around the world. Submissions are NOT accepted from graduate students, and papers must be written in English. Submissions should not be already published in (or under publication consideration at) another journal.

If you are interested in this opportunity, manuscripts are due by January 15, 2024.

Find more information on guidelines for submitting here: https://blogs.webster.edu/humanrights/call-for-papers/

Not prepared to submit yet? Want to evaluate all of your options? OUR has got your back! Visit our Undergraduate Research Journal Database to find out more about other journal opportunities here: https://bit.ly/OURJournalDatabase

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The Graduate Students as Emerging Mentors Program (GEM) assists graduate students in conducting their research projects through engagement with undergraduate research students. Through the program, OUR will work with graduate students to build mentoring and communication skills and help recruit research assistants. This professional development will help prepare graduate students for future careers, both within and outside academia, and help them finish their research projects on time.

Registration for the 2023 GEM Workshop is open through December 8, 2023. For those interested in attending the December 13, 2023 workshop, please complete this form: bit.ly/GEM-Form.

Find more information about the GEM Program here: https://bit.ly/GEM_Program

If interested in joining the GEM Program, contact us: [email protected] | 850.474.2298

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The University of West Florida prioritizes access to high-quality learning and experience for all active students. The Students Accessibility Resources (SAR) Office (Located in Building 19, Room 100D) is a program in the Division of Academic Engagement that provides individualized support services for students with disabilities to remove barriers to allow academic success.

Before receiving accommodations and services, students must self-identify as a student needing accommodations by registering with SAR. Each accommodation has different guidelines depending on the nature of the disability.

Please call the SAR office at 850.474.2387 if you need assistance identifying the right accommodations for you.

For further information about the application process for receiving accommodations visit this link: https://bit.ly/SAR-Accommodations

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✨💡🎆 This weeks OUR social media spotlight is Kaitlyn Stephens 🎆💡✨

Kaitlyn is a Biochemistry Political Science Major with a Minor in International Relations, and is mentored by Dr. Jacob Shively. Below, Kaitlyn describes how she got involved with research and what is next for her and her project!

“I got involved with my research project through Mrs. Emily Harris. As a freshman, I took Environmental Science with her and she mentioned OUR frequently and I was really interested. She always answered my questions and emails and set up an informational meeting with me which really helped me get set up. From there, I took her advice to reach out to faculty in my department who’s research I was interested in, held Zoom meetings with them, and reached out to the professor I thought I would work best with and have the most interest in. I reached out to many professors, asked questions about their past research projects and their current ones, and which projects I could possibly help with.”

“I am not working on my research project this semester because I just have too much coursework, but it would have been an individual directed study anyway because my mentor is focusing on a book he is writing. I actually am going to hopefully study abroad next semester, and I considered Sweden- the topic of my project, but decided against it because of the Russo-Ukrainian war. But it was really cool that I had the opportunity to study there where I have learned so much about the place already. I do have a conference planned in January to present my research paper at the Florida Political Science Association annual conference, and if I am not studying abroad then I will present at the SPSA annual conference in March. My future plans for my research may not happen until summer, but I definitely want to do the OUR summer program again! It was an amazing experience and hard work but also very rewarding."

Interested in participating in research like Kaitlyn? Find more information about getting involved with OUR here: https://bit.ly/44TcGNH

Looking for a mentor? See who is available here: https://bit.ly/FindUWFmentor

For any additional questions about how to get involved, please contact us: [email protected] | 850.474.2298

🚨Attention Students🚨 Are you interested in pursuing a research-based career in ecology, biology, chemistry, geology, biomedicine, and physical and environmental sciences? Are you looking for paid research experience that benefits your opportunities, resume, and degree? Good news! 🎉The Dauphin Island Sea Lab is currently seeking to hire undergraduate students for 10-week internship positions, occurring May 27, 2024 - August 2, 2024.

Participating students gain experience in field and lab sampling, team and independent research, necropsy, molecular, genomics, analysis and statistics, and communication. The program provides students the opportunity to carry out an independent research project under the direction of a faculty mentor as part of a productive research laboratory. Stipends of $6,000 will be provided for the 10-week full-time program. DISL will provide students with a stipend of $6,000, on-campus housing, and an additional food stipend. Students from outside the Mobile, Alabama area may also apply for travel assistance (up to $500.00).

Applications for Summer 2024 positions are open NOW until February 16, 2024.

Find more information here: https://www.disl.edu/university-programs/nsf-reu/

Not what you are looking for? Interested in pursuing paid research experiences but don't know where to go? No worries! To find more opportunities like this visit here: https://bit.ly/OURREUs

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Did you know that offers access to specialized computer apps? ArgoApps are hosted apps & virtual desktops that allow UWF students, faculty, and staff to access specialized apps (such as Adobe photoshop, Microsoft office, SPSS, and MATLAB) via the Internet.

There are two ways to access ArgoApps. One option is ArgoApps Lite, which can be accessed by searching for 'ArgoApps' in my.uwf.edu or visiting argoapps.uwf.edu. The other option is the Citrix Workspace App which has more features. You must download, install, and configure the Citrix Workspace App; but once completed you no longer need to go to the uwf website to access ArgoApps. Simply launch the Citrix Workspace App from your own computer. For help installing the Citrix Workspace App, please visit here: https://bit.ly/HelpCitrixApp.

For further information about Argo Apps, please visit here: https://confluence.uwf.edu/display/public/ArgoApps

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Thank you to all of the research students who participated in the ThankUR campaign and a special thanks to their mentors for their time and unconditional dedication to working with students! We appreciate you all so very much!✨🌟

If you have any questions about how to get involved with OUR, please contact us: [email protected] | 850.474.2298

✨Today is the final round of ThankUR Posts!✨
In this round of virtual Thank-You shout-outs, we’re highlighting our phenomenal faculty in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, and Public Health.

This round includes some shout-outs from students thanking:

Dr. Maher Amer, Department of Mechanical Engineering
Dr. Prerna Masih, Department of Biology
Dr. Tanay Kesharwani, Department of Chemistry
Regina Murphy, Department of Public Health

Thank you, Mentors! You are endlessly appreciated! 🥰

✨Happy ThankUR Day Four, Argos!✨
In this round of virtual Thank-You shout-outs, we’re highlighting our phenomenal faculty in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Mechanical Engineering, and Education.

This round includes some shout-outs from students thanking:

Dr. Maher Amer, Department of Mechanical Engineering
Maria Jose Pena Bu, Department of Biology
Dr. Phillip Schmutz, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences
Dr. Kwame Owusu-Daaku, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences
Dr. Rodney Guttmann, Department of Biology

Thank you, Mentors! You are endlessly appreciated! 🥰


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