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ConnectUR 2026
2026 Theme: Connecting Campuses, Empowering Communities, and Elevating Research
Come be a part of CUR’s annual conference this June.
Explore the Online, Onsite, & Bundle Options
2026 Class of CUR Fellows Announced
Congratulations to Tsu-Ming Chiang (Georgia College & State University), Karen T. Lee (George Mason University), Jeanne Mekolichick (Radford University), and Patricia Morreale (Kean University).
Read the Press Release
2025 AURA Recipient
Congratulations to High Point University on being the 2025 AURA awardee
Read the Press Release
Membership
CUR Membership is designed to guide and assist faculty, mentors, administrators, researchers, staff, and students in their efforts to develop, enhance, sustain, and support undergraduate research on their campuses and beyond.
Join Today
Bethany Usher, PhD.
Radford University, CUR President 2023-24
Bethany Usher, PhD.
Radford University, CUR President 2023-24
"Our CUR colleagues have been vital to my professional success. CUR helped shaped a wide and inclusive vision of undergraduate research that informed me and my teams as we established our undergraduate research program. CUR also has given me some my best friends and supporters across the world in higher education. "
Recognition
CUR recognizes institutions that have exemplary programs providing high-quality research experiences to undergraduates, as well as faculty facilitating undergraduate research at their institutions through their mentorship and leadership, and undergraduate research students excelling in their disciplines.
Watch our CUR Award’s Celebration and Explore our Open Applications
Publications
Over the last few years, CUR leaders have been conversing with funding agencies, industry partners, human resource experts, future employers, professional societies, and beyond to understand the impact of URSCI on career readiness. Take a look at our latest position statement on Recognizing URSCI as a Career-Readiness Tool.
Download Your Free Copy
Jeanne Mekolichick
Radford University, Author of Position Paper
Jeanne Mekolichick
Radford University, Author of Position Paper
"As leaders in undergraduate research, we are compelled to leverage the power of these practices to help students not only grapple with the issues of our time, but to also understand these tools are transferable skills that they can bring to many professional experiences they will encounter long after their undergraduate days are over. "
Advocacy
Your voice matters! With the help of CUR’s new advocacy tool, CUR Members can now send personalized, automated messages to their Senators and Representatives in just a few clicks.
Take Action Now
Mission
The mission of the Council on Undergraduate Research is to support and promote high-quality mentored undergraduate research, scholarship, and creative inquiry.
Find out more about CUR’s Values + History
Sign up for the CUR Newsletter
Stay in the know when it comes to undergraduate research with our bi-weekly email newsletter. Whether it is a CUR event, important grant or funding information, deadlines for applications, undergraduate research celebrations, or undergrad opportunities, learn what is happening inside and outside of CUR that impacts undergraduate research.
Subscribe Now!
Upcoming
Events
Featured Event:
ConnectUR 2026 Online
June 17-18, 2026
ConnectUR conference provides a platform for attendees to engage in professional development, explore innovative practices, and collaborate with peers dedicated to advancing impactful research programs. By attending, participants gain valuable strategies to enhance the research environment at their institutions, build stronger communities, and contribute to a national movement that champions the role of undergraduate research in addressing real-world challenges.
May
04
Lessons from Award-Winning Engineering Mentors in Undergraduate Research Webinar
May 04, 2026
Join the CUR Engineering Division for a special webinar featuring past mentorship award winners as they share lessons learned from guiding undergraduate researchers. This 45-minute conversation offers practical insights, inspiration, and space for discussion with colleagues committed to advancing excellence in undergraduate research mentoring.
Jun
05
ConnectUR 2026 Onsite-Only or Bundle Registration Deadline
June 05, 2026
ConnectUR conference provides a platform for attendees to engage in professional development, explore innovative practices, and collaborate with peers dedicated to advancing impactful research programs. By attending, participants gain valuable strategies to enhance the research environment at their institutions, build stronger communities, and contribute to a national movement that champions the role of undergraduate research in addressing real-world challenges.
Jun
10
CUR Award Celebration Ceremony 2025-2026
June 10, 2026
Join the undergraduate research community in celebrating this year’s past awardees Enjoy a virtual celebration with dancing, trivia, and fun!
Go to the Event Calendar
Some of Our Institutional Members
View Our Directory
Skip to the content
ConnectUR 2026
2026 Theme: Connecting Campuses, Empowering Communities, and Elevating Research
Come be a part of CUR’s annual conference this June.
Explore the Online, Onsite, & Bundle Options
2026 Class of CUR Fellows Announced
Congratulations to Tsu-Ming Chiang (Georgia College & State University), Karen T. Lee (George Mason University), Jeanne Mekolichick (Radford University), and Patricia Morreale (Kean University).
Read the Press Release
2025 AURA Recipient
Congratulations to High Point University on being the 2025 AURA awardee
Read the Press Release
Membership
CUR Membership is designed to guide and assist faculty, mentors, administrators, researchers, staff, and students in their efforts to develop, enhance, sustain, and support undergraduate research on their campuses and beyond.
Join Today
Bethany Usher, PhD.
Radford University, CUR President 2023-24
Bethany Usher, PhD.
Radford University, CUR President 2023-24
"Our CUR colleagues have been vital to my professional success. CUR helped shaped a wide and inclusive vision of undergraduate research that informed me and my teams as we established our undergraduate research program. CUR also has given me some my best friends and supporters across the world in higher education. "
Recognition
CUR recognizes institutions that have exemplary programs providing high-quality research experiences to undergraduates, as well as faculty facilitating undergraduate research at their institutions through their mentorship and leadership, and undergraduate research students excelling in their disciplines.
Watch our CUR Award’s Celebration and Explore our Open Applications
Publications
Over the last few years, CUR leaders have been conversing with funding agencies, industry partners, human resource experts, future employers, professional societies, and beyond to understand the impact of URSCI on career readiness. Take a look at our latest position statement on Recognizing URSCI as a Career-Readiness Tool.
Download Your Free Copy
Jeanne Mekolichick
Radford University, Author of Position Paper
Jeanne Mekolichick
Radford University, Author of Position Paper
"As leaders in undergraduate research, we are compelled to leverage the power of these practices to help students not only grapple with the issues of our time, but to also understand these tools are transferable skills that they can bring to many professional experiences they will encounter long after their undergraduate days are over. "
Advocacy
Your voice matters! With the help of CUR’s new advocacy tool, CUR Members can now send personalized, automated messages to their Senators and Representatives in just a few clicks.
Take Action Now
Mission
The mission of the Council on Undergraduate Research is to support and promote high-quality mentored undergraduate research, scholarship, and creative inquiry.
Find out more about CUR’s Values + History
Sign up for the CUR Newsletter
Stay in the know when it comes to undergraduate research with our bi-weekly email newsletter. Whether it is a CUR event, important grant or funding information, deadlines for applications, undergraduate research celebrations, or undergrad opportunities, learn what is happening inside and outside of CUR that impacts undergraduate research.
Subscribe Now!
Upcoming
Events
Featured Event:
ConnectUR 2026 Online
June 17-18, 2026
ConnectUR conference provides a platform for attendees to engage in professional development, explore innovative practices, and collaborate with peers dedicated to advancing impactful research programs. By attending, participants gain valuable strategies to enhance the research environment at their institutions, build stronger communities, and contribute to a national movement that champions the role of undergraduate research in addressing real-world challenges.
May
04
Lessons from Award-Winning Engineering Mentors in Undergraduate Research Webinar
May 04, 2026
Join the CUR Engineering Division for a special webinar featuring past mentorship award winners as they share lessons learned from guiding undergraduate researchers. This 45-minute conversation offers practical insights, inspiration, and space for discussion with colleagues committed to advancing excellence in undergraduate research mentoring.
Jun
05
ConnectUR 2026 Onsite-Only or Bundle Registration Deadline
June 05, 2026
ConnectUR conference provides a platform for attendees to engage in professional development, explore innovative practices, and collaborate with peers dedicated to advancing impactful research programs. By attending, participants gain valuable strategies to enhance the research environment at their institutions, build stronger communities, and contribute to a national movement that champions the role of undergraduate research in addressing real-world challenges.
Jun
10
CUR Award Celebration Ceremony 2025-2026
June 10, 2026
Join the undergraduate research community in celebrating this year’s past awardees Enjoy a virtual celebration with dancing, trivia, and fun!
Go to the Event Calendar
Some of Our Institutional Members
View Our Directory