Virtual Events

These events can be a helpful place to start exploring research and creative engagement by introducing you to a wide range of opportunities and resources.

Register for the Curiosity Lab

Registration is open, and we warmly welcome you to add your name to the list—whether you're a prospective, transfer, incoming or current undergraduate (or a staff or faculty member supporting students). If you'd like to highlight a program, resource or have an idea for a topic, contact us about planning a session.

All workshops are hosted on Zoom and last approximately 30 minutes. Sessions support students at any stage of their undergraduate career. Each workshop begins with a brief presentation and follows with discussions driven by the needs of participants. Participants can register at any time, using the form linked on this page.  Reminders about upcoming sessions are sent to all registered participants, who may join any topic of interest.  Resources will be sent to all registered participants; some previous presentations are available on our website.

Curiosity Lab

Upcoming Sessions

 

Introduction to UROP Student Project & Conference Grants

We'll provide an overview of UROP's funding options for student projects and conference presentations, explaining eligibility criteria, the application timeline & tips to get started.

Mon., Oct. 5, 2026

4:40 - 5:10 pm

Repeats: Tues., Oct. 6, 2026

12:30 - 1:00 pm

 

Finding & Connecting with Potential Project Mentors

We'll provide advice about connecting with potential project mentors on the CU Boulder campus, highlighting systems for searching and strategies for initiating contact.

Mon., Oct. 19, 2026

4:40 - 5:10 pm

Repeats: Tues., Oct. 20, 2026

12:30 - 1:00 pm

 

Survey of Campus Undergraduate Research Programs

We'll provide a survey of the undergraduate research programs on the CU Boulder campus beyond UROP, noting how each relates to UROP funding options and timelines.

Mon., Nov. 2, 2026

4:40 - 5:10 pm

Repeats: Tues., Nov. 3, 2026

12:30 - 1:00 pm

 

Exploring Summer Undergraduate Research Opportunities

We'll provide an introduction to opportunities for undergraduate research and creative work beyond CU Boulder, highlighting key databases, efficient search strategies and timelines.

Mon., Nov. 16, 2026

4:40 - 5:10 pm

Repeats: Tues., Nov. 17, 2026

12:30 - 1:00 pm

 

Writing Proposals for UROP Student Project Grants

We'll provide an overview of the components of UROP's student project grant proposals, explaining how to write effectively and plan for university compliance procedures. 

Mon., Nov. 30. 2026

4:40 - 5:10 pm

Repeats: Tues., Dec. 1, 2026

12:30 - 1:00 pm

Virtual Events

These events can be a helpful place to start exploring research and creative engagement by introducing you to a range of opportunities.

Virtual Events

Self-Paced Resources

Reflect, connect and engage with the research and creative community on your own timeline using our self-paced resources.

Self-Paced Resources

Celebrating 40 Years

CU Boulder has an expansive history engaging undergraduates in the research and creative life of the campus dating to the creation of UROP in 1986.

Celebrating 40 Years of Opportunities