Fall 2026 - Issue 1
What's Happening in Undergraduate Research?
Explore what's new, what's coming up, and how you can get involved.
Whether you're already mentoring undergraduate researchers or helping a student find their first research opportunity, there are plenty of ways to connect students with OUR. Here's what's coming up at Weber State.
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Coming Up
Research Proposal Workshops
Now is a good time to encourage students considering OUR funding to complete the workshop. (Must be completed at least 2 weeks prior to the Research Grant Deadline.)
Research Grant Deadlines
October 5
November 5
February 5
April 5
Fall Research & Engagement Symposium
October 5 - November 6 | Abstracts Accepted
November 21 | Poster Printing Deadline
December 2 | Fall Symposium Event
*This year's Fall Symposium will be held in Tracy Hall, Atrium!*
Utah Conference on Undergraduate Research
September 14 - November 2 | Abstracts Accepted
February 26 | UCUR Conference at Utah State University
National Conference on Undergraduate Research
November 6 | OUR Travel Request Deadline
September 9 - December 4 | Abstracts Accepted
April 12-14 | NCUR Conference in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Help Us Spread the Word
Know a student who would benefit from undergraduate research? Point them toward OUR!
- Research Grants support student-led research and creative projects with funding for supplies, equipment, and other project expenses. Long Term Grants provide up to $3,500; Short Term Grants provide up to $1,000.
- Travel Grants support students who are traveling to a conference to disseminate their research. Up to $1,500 to cover airfare, registration, and hotel expenses.
Pass This Along to Your Students
Know a student who is interested in research? Here are three things they can do right now:
1. Start a conversation — Encourage students to talk with you or another faculty member about research interests and opportunities.
2. Explore research funding — OUR offers Short Term and Long Term Grants to support undergraduate research and creative projects.
3. Complete the online proposal workshop — Required for students applying for OUR research funding.
Did you Know?
OUR By the Numbers 2025-2026 Academic Year