Office of Undergraduate Research | Illinois

Office of Undergraduate Research | Illinois
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Networking & Communication Opportunity – Chicago Area Undergraduate Research Symposium (CAURS)
February 19, 2026
Less than One Month Left to Apply to the 2026 Undergraduate Research Symposium!
February 16, 2026
Image of Research – 2026 Undergraduate Research Competition
February 16, 2026
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For students interested in undergraduate research, OUR  is your starting point to learn what research is, explore opportunities, and access programs and resources designed to help you begin. You don’t need to know where to start—we’ll help you find your way.
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Curiosity becomes impact at Illinois.
Undergraduate research puts students at the center of inquiry—asking real questions, creating new knowledge, and tackling challenges that matter beyond the classroom. Through hands-on research experiences at Illinois, students don’t just learn about discovery—they drive it.
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Undergraduate research transforms curiosity into confidence, skills, and purpose. Contributions to OUR go directly toward supporting students and their scholarship at Illinois, helping them access meaningful research experiences that enrich their education and prepare them for what comes next.
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Office of Undergraduate Research
Illini Union Bookstore Building, Suite 520
807 S. Wright Street
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 300-5453
Email:
ugresearch@illinois.edu