UA Office for Undergraduate Research

09/09/2026

Want to get involved in research?🐘
The Office for Undergraduate Research is here to help! Through programs like Emerging Scholars and the Research Apprenticeship Program, we connect you to hands-on lab experience, travel funding, and faculty mentors.
Book an appointment with a Research Ambassador to talk about the resources we offer! https://research.ua.edu/our/ambassadors/

08/25/2026

Ready to get involved in research this year?
Stop by and meet the Office for Undergraduate Research at Get On Board Day! Whether you want to join a lab, explore faculty-mentored projects, or just don’t know where to start, our Research Ambassadors are here to help.
📍Where: Green Zone - Table 60 (near Colonial Dr. & Oliver-Barnard Hall)
🗓 When: Thursday, August 27
Check out the map and come say hey! 👋

04/29/2026

"Behind the Curtain at URCA 2026" by Jessica Nelson

Twenty UA undergraduate researchers talk about why they participated in URCA 2026 and what they gained from the experience.

04/28/2026

"Roll Research: Outstanding Undergrad Research Honored" by Jessica Nelson

UA recognized winners of the 20th annual Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Conference at an awards ceremony in April.

04/13/2026

Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Conference (URCA) on April 14th and April 15th!