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The URCA Hub research grants can be used for travel in direct support of the research project (e.g., books, field sites, museums, historic sites), as well as most materials and equipment. All materials and equipment must stay at WSU once the project is complete. Grants may be used as participant incentives with proof of appropriate IRB approval.

Students who meet the following requirements are eligible to apply:

• Must be a sophomore, junior or senior (by credit hour)
• Must have at least two semesters remaining at WSU, including the semester in which they apply for the grant (i.e., a senior graduating spring 2024 would be eligible to apply in fall 2023).
• Must have a faculty research mentor who is willing to submit a statement in support of the project
• Has not received funds from this program in the past
• Must present this project at the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities Forum, held annually in the spring

Note: Preference is given to students whose projects are not currently receiving funding from another source (e.g., faculty mentor grants).

More information:

• Application deadline: Oct. 20 for grants to begin in spring
• The grant amount is up to $1,500 per application

Learn more about the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities Grant Program.

All WSU faculty and staff are invited to attend the upcoming Adelante Juntos Faculty and Staff Association general meeting from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 2 in 258 Rhatigan Student Center, Smoky Hills Room. Get to know your colleagues, develop community and indulge in comfort foods like conchas and abuelita. Participants will discuss Adelante Juntos bylaws, Founders’ Day and the Hispanic Alumni Network at the general meeting.

Faculty and students can connect for undergraduate research opportunities with the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Hub (UReCA) Connect Database.

Fill out the surveys below to start getting connected:

• Faculty Connect Database survey
• Student Connect Database survey

The UReCA Hub pairs faculty and students according to their research interests and will inform both the faculty and student via email of their match, and it is their responsibility to schedule an initial meeting.

At the end of the semester, the UReCA Hub will distribute a Qualtrics survey to both faculty and students to evaluate their research experiences.

Join the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Hub’s (UReCA) first Lunch & Learn session of the semester from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 24 in Ablah Library, Digital Scholars Commons.

This event is open to the campus community. Enjoy a catered dessert and gain valuable information from the three panelists: Dr. Sara Mata, Samuel Paunetto and Dr. Valerie Thompson. They will discuss how different research perspectives — like decolonial vs. traditional — affect the Hispanic/Latin community and academic spaces.

Join Adelante Juntos (previously LFSA) at Social Tap for a chance to meet with coworkers and new connections from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 4 at Social Tap.

Join the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Hub (UReCA) to learn about the Ronald E. McNair Scholars Program, First-Year Research Experience (FYRE) and K-IMBRE programs by listening to students currently participating in them. The event is at 1:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 8, in 262 Rhatigan Student Center, Herrman Room. RSVP by emailing undergraduateresearch@wichita.edu.

In this upcoming session at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2 in 265 Rhatigan Student Center, Lucas Room, participants will learn about the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Hub (UReCA), affiliated research programs and companies, information on funding and a brief introduction to the office of research. The event is open to all undergraduate students interested in learning more about research.

Curious about getting involved in research at WSU? Come join the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Hub (UReCA) for an exciting panel event featuring three undergraduate researchers — Zoie Liska, Garett Knight and Lauren Hughes — at 1:30 p.m. Sept. 8 in 262 Rhatigan Student Center, Herrman Room.

You’ll hear firsthand about their experiences in the FYRE program, McNair Scholars and K-INBRE. Whether you’re just starting out or already exploring research opportunities, this is your chance to learn more and get inspired. Open to all undergraduate students.

In collaboration with PPMC, the Office of Research and the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Hub (UReCA), the WSU community is invited to attend an upcoming grant writing workshop from 3 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3 in Ablah Library, focused on the key strategies that strengthen any successful proposal: alignment, relationships and storytelling.

Learn how to:

• Align your project with the goals and mission of funding agencies
• Build meaningful relationships that support and elevate your proposal
• Use powerful storytelling to communicate your project’s purpose and impact

Whether you’re new to grant writing or looking to sharpen your skills, this workshop will help you craft compelling proposals that resonate with reviewers and increase your chances of funding.

Are you a STEM student who loves conducting research? What if you could receive an award of up to $7,500 for an entire academic year? Join an informative workshop on the Barry Goldwater Scholarship application process from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 27 in 265 Rhatigan Student Center, Lucas Room for an opportunity to learn how to craft a compelling application and get your questions answered. RSVP by emailing: undergraduateresearch@wichita.edu.

This event is sponsored by the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Hub, the Graduate School, Cohen Honors College and the McNair Scholars Program.