TO THE EDITOR:
Undergraduates are the heart and soul of a research university — we come seeking intellectual growth and bring with us the enthusiasm and passion that drives innovation. For many students, undergraduate research is the first opportunity to get their toes wet in their chosen field, and it empowers and inspires them in their educational journey.
At UNC, the Office for Undergraduate Research (OUR) aims to facilitate undergraduate research endeavors and guides students on their journeys. Each year the OUR awards more than 60 Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships (SURFs) to students to help offset the monetary costs of conducting original research.
This week is Undergraduate Research Awareness Week, and many students will culminate their research experience by presenting at the Celebration of Undergraduate Research on Monday from 1 p.m. to 3:15 p.m., co-sponsored by the OUR and the Roosevelt Institute. This is a fantastic opportunity to support your peers, sample the array of undergraduate research experiences and get inspired to pursue your own research journey.
Kelly Speare ’13
Biology
