Undergraduate Research Conference

UCSD's annual Undergraduate Research Conference, held each May, recognizes outstanding scholarly work produced by UCSD undergraduates. Faculty members nominate students whose work they consider worthy of recognition.

Goals of the conference include:

• Providing experience in presentation of a research paper
• Promoting interaction between students and faculty at the research level
• Encouraging more undergraduates to pursue doctoral degrees and careers in research and college teaching

The conference format is discipline-specific roundtable discussions where 5 to 7 students present their papers, with faculty members serving as moderators. Students have 15 minutes to present their papers and 5 minutes to answer questions.

After the presentations, there's plenty of time for group discussions. At the conclusion of the conference, all students receive a certificate as a research scholar.

To learn more, see:

• Undergraduate Research Center
• Research Opportunities for Undergraduates

If you have questions, contact Academic Enrichment Programs, (858) 534-1774.