Please note registration is required to attend all OUR workshops.
The Basics of Research at Illinois
Undergraduate research is widely recognized as one of the highest-impact experiences that a student can have during their time at university, but it can be intimidating to navigate the research landscape. Join the Office of Undergraduate Research to address any concerns you may have about research, discuss how your interests are reflected in research around campus, and create a plan to get involved!
- Wednesday, Aug. 19, 3:00-4:30pm
- Thursday, Aug. 20, 10:00-11:30am
- Saturday, Aug. 22, 10:00-11:30am
- Monday, Aug. 24, 4:00-5:30pm
- Tuesday, Aug. 25, 10:00-11:30am
- Tuesday, Aug. 25, 3:00-4:30pm
- Thursday, Aug. 27, 2:00-3:30pm
- Monday, Aug. 31, 3:00-4:30pm
- Friday, Sep. 4, 1:00-2:30pm
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Getting Started in Research Workshop
During this workshop, we will discuss the various forms of undergraduate research that take place on campus, guide students to develop a plan of action to locate research opportunities on campus, and discuss ways to contact faculty research mentors. Students will leave the workshop with:
- A better understanding of undergraduate research and how it takes place on our campus
- Increased confidence to contact faculty research mentors
- A list of faculty mentors to contact
- Wednesday, Aug. 26, 3:00-4:30pm
- Friday, Aug. 28, 10:00-11:30am
- Tuesday, Sep. 1, 3:00-4:30pm
- Wednesday, Sep. 2, 1:00-2:30pm
- Thursday, Sep. 3, 10:00-11:30am
- Wednesday, Sep. 9, 3:00-4:30pm
- Thursday, Sep. 10, 3:00-4:30pm
- Tuesday, Sep. 29, 2:00-3:30pm
- Monday, Oct. 5, 10:00-11:30am
- Thursday, Nov. 5, 3:00-4:30pm
- Wednesday, Dec. 2, 3:00-4:30pm
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Mentoring Up: Advocating for Yourself in Research
Looking to better express your goals and expectations with a research mentor? Feeling unsure about research or just looking for advice? Join us to discuss strategies to enhance mentor/mentee communication, combat imposter syndrome, and advocate for yourself in research.
- Wednesday, Sep. 30, 3:00-4:30pm
- Thursday, Oct. 15, 3:00-4:30pm
- Tuesday, Nov. 3, 3:00-4:30pm
- Monday, Nov. 16, 10:00-11:30am
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Securing Summer Research Opportunities
During this workshop, we will explore strategies to identify and apply for summer research opportunities, from finding the right programs to preparing competitive application materials. Students will leave the workshop with:
- A clear understanding of how to locate and select summer opportunities that align with their goals
- Practical skills for building standout applications (including drafting effective personal statements and securing strong letters of recommendation)
- Wednesday, Nov. 4, 3:00-4:30pm
- Thursday, Nov. 12, 4:00-5:30pm
- Friday, Dec. 4, 10:00-11:30am
- Monday, Dec. 7, 3:00-4:30pm
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Research to Resume Workshop
During this workshop, we will discuss strategies to successfully communicate research skills and experiences through job, graduate school, and internship application documents. Students will leave the workshop with:
- A better understanding of how to pull marketable skills from their regular research activities
- Practical experience marketing these skills and experiences through cover letters, resumes, and CV’s
- Tuesday, Oct. 20, 3:00-4:30pm
- Monday, Nov. 9, 3:30-5:00pm
- Thursday, Dec. 3, 1:00-2:30pm
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