Welcome to Undergraduate Research & Fellowships
Courtney Santos, Director of Undergraduate Research & Fellowships, discusses the benefits of undergraduate research and fellowships participation, real student success stories, and how to start exploring your options.
Undergraduate Research
UCARE Information Session for Students
Kali Patterson, Project Coordinator, and Courtney Santos, Director, Undergraduate Research and Fellowships, announce updates for the Undergraduate Creative Activities & Research Experiences (UCARE) program for application cycle 2024-2025, benefits of research participation, and tips and strategies for preparing a successful UCARE application.
UCARE Writing Workshop
Kali Patterson, Project Coordinator for Undergraduate Research & Fellowships, shares tips and strategies for student success in the Undergraduate Creative Activities and Research Experiences (UCARE) application process. Strategies include managing time, communicating with mentors during proposal development, and writing an effective and persuasive undergraduate research proposal.
Getting Comfortable With Presenting & Networking
Are you preparing to attend your first research conference? Courtney Santos, Director, Office of Undergraduate Research & Fellowships, shares tips and strategies for conquering anxiety or concerns about public speaking in order to make successful research presentations and take advantage of conference networking opportunities.
Poster Presentations: Visual Design Tips
Are you preparing a Student Research Days poster? Undergraduate Research & Fellowships Peer Advisor & Ambassador Caroline Hites shares tips for creating poster visuals that judges will remember, including aesthetics, hierarchy, and consistency principles.
Scholarly Communication Workshop
Delve into the intricacies of scholarly communication, publication, and research-sharing platforms (like UNL Digital Commons) with our special guests from UNL Libraries, rofessor Sue Gardner and Scholarly Communications Product Specialist Linnea Fredrickson.
Fellowships
International Fellowships Information Session
Are you an undergraduate student interested in building stronger relationships between nations and cultures? The Office of Undergraduate Research & Fellowships advises applicants for undergraduate and graduate study abroad scholarships and English teaching opportunities!
Gilman Scholarship Information Session
Global Experiences Coordinator Renae Ninneman, Undergraduate Research & Fellowships Director Courtney Santos, and Graduate Assistant Ioanna Kipourou describe the process of applying for a Gilman Scholarship for undergraduate study abroad. Learn about eligibility, how to apply, strategies for writing strong application materials, and how to access advising resources at UNL.
Fulbright: Choosing a Grant Type & Host Country
Courtney Santos, Director, Undergraduate Research & Fellowships, guides prospective Fulbright U.S. Student Program applicants through the various grant types and host country options to teach, conduct research, or pursue a graduate degree abroad. Learn how to align your academic and professional goals with Fulbright opportunities and gain valuable tips on the application process.
Fulbright UNL Advising Process
Courtney Santos, Director of Undergraduate Research & Fellowships, discusses how to get involved with planning your Fulbright study, research or English teaching experience and take advantage of UNL's advising resources for applicants. Fulbright advisees must be U.S. citizens and can begin the advising process as juniors, graduating seniors, or recent alumni.
Fulbright Alumni Story: Bailey Lathrop ’16, 2016 Fulbright U.S. Student
Bailey Lathrop ’16, 2016 Fulbright U.S. Student, shares insights and photos from their Fulbright U.S. Student Study/Research grant to study the sedimentology of the Cuyo Group in the Neuquén Basin, Argentina.
NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Information Session
Courtney Santos, Director, Undergraduate Research & Fellowships and partners around campus will discuss the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP). This event covers the NSF mission, GRFP eligibility and selection criteria, the 2024 application process, and how to take advantage of advising services for undergraduate and graduate applicants at UNL.
UK Graduate Fellowships
Dreaming of graduate study in the United Kingdom? Courtney Santos, Director of Undergraduate Research & Fellowships, is your guide on this tour of graduate fellowship opportunities available in the UK, including the Marshall Scholarship (any UK university), Rhodes (Oxford), Gates Cambridge and Churchill (Cambridge), and Fulbright U.S. Student university partnership awards. Learn about the unique features of each fellowship, eligibility criteria, and application processes. Gain insights on how to craft compelling personal statements, secure strong letters of recommendation, and prepare for interviews.
Preparing for Graduate School
Researching Graduate Schools
Are you eager to attend graduate school, but not sure where to start your planning? This workshop provides tips and strategies for planning your journey to graduate school, including choosing a graduate program that matches your learning goals, navigating the admissions process, and funding your education.
Grad School or Gap Year? “The Art of Choosing” Workshop
Undergraduate students are presented with a broad array of choices. When all of those choices sound beneficial, making a decision can feel overwhelming. Explore the “Art of Choosing” your next steps in your educational and professional development journey, including planning for your first year after graduation.
Writing Personal Statements
Courtney Santos, Director of Undergraduate Research & Fellowships, shares strategies for writing effective personal statements as well as exercises for unlocking your creativity and originality in the writing process. This session is designed to help students master the art of crafting compelling and effective personal statements for graduate school, fellowship applications, and other academic opportunities.
Career & Professional Development Skills
Embracing a Growth Mindset
Graduate Assistant Darby Ableman of the Office of Undergraduate Research & Fellowships provides tips for embracing opportunities to grow, develop personally and professionally, and overcome challenges along the way to growth, such as perfectionism.
Keep Calm & Carry On: A Project Management Workshop
As an undergraduate researcher or fellowship applicant, does it feel like you’re juggling a hundred things at once? You’ve got this! Learn strategies to navigate deadline conflicts and unexpected challenges, use effective coping strategies to ward off self-doubt or perfectionism, and stay motivated to achieve your goals.
Planning for Careers with Impact
Learn how to align your passions and skills with opportunities in fields such as public service, nonprofit work, social entrepreneurship, academia, and more. Gain insights on identifying career paths that create positive change, networking with professionals in your chosen field, and leveraging fellowships and research experiences to enhance your career prospects. The webinar will feature practical tips for building a career that not only fulfills you but also contributes to the greater good.
Creating a Wandering Map
Can activities you have loved doing in the past unlock clues to your future? Courtney Santos, Director of Undergraduate Research & Fellowships, provides strategies to identify hidden themes in your life journey, find creative connections between your academic and extracurricular activities, articulate the strengths you bring to your work, and get excited about planning your future.