Upcoming Events

Workshop Calendar 2026-2027

These live events are for you to get real-time feedback in addition to building community with other STEM Students.

We don't believe in gatekeeping information, so all our workshop content is available online via the following link:

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Fall 2026

Week 1  - Reading Scientific Literature - How to find high-quality literature and approach its content

Week 2  - Identity in STEM - Understanding and overcoming Imposter Syndrome

Week 3  - Applying for REU and Summer Research - Identifying programs for continued involvement in research

Week 4  - CV and Resume with Evan Ferg - Distinguishing what a CV and Resume are, and how to make an effective one

Week 5 - Scientific Writing -  How to effectively communicate your research with the broader science community

Week 6 -UROP - Brainstorming ideas for continued research at CU Boulder in future semesters

Week 7 -UROP - Putting your research idea into a cohesive application for continued research at CU Boulder in future semesters

Spring 2027

Week 1  - UROP - Putting your research idea into a cohesive application for continued research at CU Boulder in future semesters

Week 2  - Scientific Communication - How to effectively construct a story about your research 

Week 3  - Elevator Pitch - Understanding the importance of effectively communicating your work in short timeframes. 

Week 4  - Elevator Pitch - Developing your own 1-minute pitch explaining the research you are conducting in Uplift. 

Week 5 - Scientific Communication -  How to effectively present your data in plots

Week 6 -Scientific Communication -  How to effectively present your research in presentations 

Week 7 -Grad Student Panel - Learn more about applying to grad school, conducting research, and opportunities post-grad school, from current and past PhD students

Week 8 -Med School Panel - Learn more about applying to Med school, experiences, and opportunities post-med school, from current and past MD students

Week 9 -Industry Panel - Learn more about opportunities and experiences in industry, from small to large companies from current employees

April 17th -Final Presentations - Present on all you have learned in your research during the Uplift Program. 

April 24th -Final Presentations - Present on all you have learned in your research during the Uplift Program

If you are planning on attending these workshops, please RSVP

 

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Uplift 26-27' Application Cycle

Uplift Student and Lab applications will open September 5th at 8am and remain open until September 20th at 11:59pm.
 

Questions should be directed to stem_routes@colorado.edu