
20th UGRCAF 2023 Top Presentations
Congratulations to all the winning presentations and a "Well Done" to all participants. We recognize your passion and commitment to your research and are honored to offer you a platform to present your hard work.
Thank you to Dr. Magaly Rincon-Zachary for being our honored guest speaker at our 10th Anniversary Reception, we only hope to honor your legacy as we carry the UGR torch forward. We also would like to thank Dr. Jesse Rodgers, Dr. Robert Clark, Dr. Samuel Watson, and the initial QEP committee whose hard work in 2013 established the Office of Undergraduate Research and the EURECA scholarship program.
IMPORTANT DEADLINES:
- June 1: EURECA Proposal Deadline for Fall--Call for Proposals Opens in April
- December 1: EURECA Proposal Deadline for Spring Call for Proposals Opens in November
WORKSHOPS
Preparing Successful Presentations-4/5/23 12:00 pm-1:00 pm, CSC-Kiowa. The UGR office team will guide you through the steps of creating successful oral and poster presentations. This workshop was initially designed for MSU students who will be presenting at the UGRCA forums but may be applied to any classroom assignment or conference. Please bring your lunch and join us! Open to Faculty and Students-some food provided!
Here is a link to the slide presentation for this workshop. New presenters are encouraged to attend in person!
How to Create an Abstract Instructional Video: this short video highlights the steps in the abstract submission process.
The Nuts & Bolts of Submitting the EURECA Proposal Workshop
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SOMETHING EXTRA:
The dissemination of research is a goal. But at what cost? Dr. Marcy Brown-Marsden, Dean of the McCoy College of Science, Mathematics, and Engineering, has some wise guidance on distinguishing between credible and predatory journals.
Enhancing Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities (EURECA) became Midwestern State University’s Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) in April 2013.
Midwestern State University defines undergraduate research as follows:
Undergraduate research is an inquiry or investigation conducted by one or more undergraduate students, with faculty guidance, that attempts to make an intellectual, creative, or applied contribution to one or more disciplines.
Mission Statement
To promote and facilitate undergraduate research by providing incentives and a support system for undergraduate students to engage in high-quality research endeavors and creative activities in an interdisciplinary environment.
Objectives:
- Promote interdisciplinary & cross-disciplinary research/creative activity collaborative partnerships among students and faculty, to enhance your educational experience.
- Provide access for all students to learn basic research skills.
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Provide students opportunities for improvement and implementation of visual, oral, and written communication skills through the Student Forum.
Perks:
- Be part of a unique MSU endeavor
- Receive a stipend up to $1,000 (included scholarship and funding for materials and supplies)
- Explore beyond the classroom
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Present your research/creative activity at regional & national conferences
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Limited funding available for travel to conferences
Application Process
Student Requirements and Expectations
Requirements:
- Incoming freshmen: ACT score of 25, or SAT of 1130 or, top 25% of the high school graduating class
- Overall GPA of 2.50
- Major GPA of 2.75
- Enroll in no more than 15 credit semester hours
- Enroll in Creative Inquiry: Interdisciplinary Thinking, part of the Learning Community core (MWSU2003/4000)
Expectations:
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Commit to make an intellectual, creative, or applied contribution to one or more discipline
- Enroll and successfully complete Creative Inquiry: Interdisciplinary Thinking (MWSU 2003/4000)
- Attend all planned EURECA workshops, presentations, & forums
- Attend monthly meetings as scheduled
- Present results of your project at the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Forum
- Write a reflective personal essay on your EURECA experience
- Participate in all assessment activities
Funding
MSU Texas Faculty Finder for Mentorship in Undergraduate Research
Need more help, please contact the UGR office at: eureca@msutexas.edu
Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Forum
The UGRCA Forum, held in the Fall and Spring terms, is open to MSU students and faculty who are required to present undergraduate research. Students must submit a mentor-approved abstract of their research project to the UGR office during the Call for Abstracts each semester.
Research projects could be, but are not limited to Capstone, Senior Design, Honors Programs, Senior Art Exhibit, Senior Film Documentary, Study Abroad, EURECA, UGROW, or course projects.
EURECA Scholars are required to present at the UGRCA Forum to complete their funding cycle.
Presentation categories are Oral (Podium), Poster, Creative Activity, and Emerging Research. To learn more about these categories, please attend our "Preparing Winning Presentations Workshop"
External Research & Intern Opportunities
Are you looking for a Research or Internship Opportunity outside of MSU to enhance your undergraduate research portfolio? These university programs and national organizations are currently accepting applications. Please review each link carefully and apply accordingly by the deadline noted. The OSPR and UGR offices are happy to help you apply to these and more.
- our.utah.edu/spur. Deadline: Sun, January 29, 11:59 PM The Office of Undergraduate Research at the University of Utah is still accepting applications for the 2023 Summer Program for Undergraduate Research (SPUR)! SPUR provides undergraduates with an intensive 10-week research experience under the mentorship of a University of Utah faculty member. SPUR 2023 will
- NIH Summer Internship Program -- Applications are due March 1, 2023
- NSF Research and Training Opportunities – Due dates vary. Students should use the “filter” function to select the appropriate applicant type in order to find applicable programs.
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https://www.nist.gov/surf The SURF 2023 program format is hybrid, including in-person and virtual components. Prospective applicants must apply no later than 11:59 PM (ET) on February 1, 2023, for consideration for the program.
- https://orise.orau.gov/mlef/default.html
- https://www.niddk.nih.gov/research-funding/research-programs diversity-programs/research-training-opportunities-students
- https://orise.orau.gov/orem-internship/default.htm
Grant Funding for Research Opportunities
Many federal, national, and state agencies offer research grant funding. The OSPR office can also assist you in finding grant funding for your research outside of MSU. Here are some national and federal links.
- https://www.epa.gov/research-grants
- https://www.nifa.usda.gov/grants/funding-opportunities/agriculture-food-research-initiative-education-workforce-development
- https://www.nifa.usda.gov/grants/funding-opportunities/women-minorities-science-technology-engineering-mathematics-fields