Spring 2025 Seminar Series

The Undergraduate Research Seminar Series is valuable to prospective and current undergraduate researchers.

To register for a virtual seminar, you must login with your email associated with the Zoom account. Purdue users can use this link.

Thur., Jan. 16 at 4pm - Searching for Summer Undergraduate Research

Purdue students can apply to summer undergraduate research programs at Purdue and off-campus. Summer research programs can be a great time to expand your discipline knowledge full-time. This presentation will discuss how to search for summer research programs and how to apply for these opportunities. This presentation is delivered during the summer research application period. Register for this seminar.

Wed., Jan. 22 at 10am - Undergrad Research 101: Where to Start

Learn how to search and apply for undergraduate research opportunities at Purdue. This presentation will discuss the various types of research opportunities, how to find programs or potential mentors, and how to approach the application/email process. Register for this seminar. *This is repeated on Jan. 28.

Tues., Jan. 28 at 4pm - Undergrad Research 101: Where to Start

Thurs., Jan. 30 from 2-5pm - Undergraduate Research Roundtable

This event brings undergraduate research mentors and programs seeking applicants together with students seeking opportunities to learn more about available opportunities. This event is similar to a job/career fair with all colleges and schools invited. This virtual event will occur in Discord. RSVP to receive the link or check back for the entrance link the day of the Research Roundtable.

Thurs., Feb. 6 at 4pm - Marketing Yourself for Undergraduate Research

Learn how to describe yourself on your resumé/CV, within emails, in your interviews, during networking events, and on your online profiles that could help you locate research positions. Leverage the hard work you have put into your courses, experiences, and/or projects for a research position at Purdue or beyond. Register for this seminar.

Thur., Feb. 13 at 4pm - How to Write an Abstract and Apply to the Spring Conference

In preparation for the Spring Undergraduate Research Conference abstract submission deadline on Feb. 27, this seminar will discuss how to write an abstract with common components, how to submit it for the Spring Conference, and what to expect as a presenter at the event. This seminar is open to those who want to learn how to write an abstract, but may not be applying to the Conference. Register for this seminar.

Wed., March 26 at 2pm - Presenting Your Research: Posters

Novice and expert poster designers are invited to learn best practices in anticipation of the Spring Undergraduate Research Conference (or other conferences). If you are unable to attend, you can watch a previously recorded YouTube presentation. Register for this seminar.

Wed., March 26 at 4pm - Presenting Your Research: Research Talks

Research talk presenters are invited to learn best practices in anticipation of the Spring Undergraduate Research Conference (or other conferences). If you are unable to attend, you can watch a previously recorded YouTube presentation. Register for this seminar.

Thur., March 27 from 7-9pm - Undergraduate Research Pitch Competition in GRIS 103

The Undergraduate Research Pitch Competition highlights undergraduate researchers' projects while promoting concise and effective storytelling during this event celebrating undergraduate research. Current and past undergraduate researchers present a 3-minute research pitch about their work. Co-hosted by the Undergraduate Research Society of Purdue.

Spring Undergraduate Research Conference - April 8-11
April 8 - Poster Symposium in PMU Ballrooms
April 10 - Research Talks in Stewart Center 214
April 10 - Celebrate Purdue's Thinkers, Creators, & Experimenters in Stewart Center 206
April 8-11 - Virtual Presentations

The 2025 Spring Undergraduate Research Conference is an opportunity for Purdue undergraduate researchers to showcase the scholarly work and creative endeavors they have been engaged in through presentations. The Spring Conference will include in-person posters, in-person research talks, and virtual presentations. Students at the West Lafayette and Indianapolis locations are welcome to present. To present, submit your abstract by Feb. 27 at 11:59pm EST.

Thur., April 24 - Purdue Student Innovation and Excellence Showcase: The First Year in Indianapolis
Poster Symposia at 10:30-noon and 1:30-3pm in IU-Indianapolis Campus Center, Room 450

The inaugural Purdue Student Innovation and Excellence Showcase will highlight projects students in Indianapolis are completing. The Showcase will host posters for students only at the Indianapolis location. To present, submit your abstract or project description by March 10 at 11:59pm EST.

Thur., May 1 at 3pm - Marketing Your Undergraduate Research Experiences

Conducting research and/or presenting your work develops many skills that you should market. You must highlight those skills, experiences, and results to leverage the hard work you have put into your project when applying for additional research projects, internships, graduate programs, and/or jobs. You will learn how to describe your work on projects on your resumé/CV, in your interviews, and during networking events. Register for this seminar.

Managing Your Research Data
On-Demand Seminar via YouTube

Presented by previous Purdue University Libraries and School of Information Studies staff member, Sandi Caldrone.

So you’ve finished your research project. Now, what do you do with your data? Learn how to wrap up a data project the right way, get author credit for your work, and communicate your data management skills on your resume or grad school application.

PDF of the slides can be found here and the video of the presentation can be found here.

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