Are you doing undergraduate research or creative activity at UT this summer?

Whether you’re planning to do your undergraduate research or creative activity at UT this summer as a volunteer, for pay, or for academic credit, the Summer Research Scholars Program is here to support you.

The Summer Research Scholars Program provides professional development opportunities and social networking activities throughout the summer. All UTK students and those visiting from other schools engaged in undergraduate research, a creative project, or pursuing a competitive fellowship can participate in Summer Research Scholars — regardless of funding source or formal program affiliation. At the end of the summer, those who participated in this program can present their summer research or creative activity at the Summer Research Scholars Symposium. If you want to participate this summer, please register with our office.

 

The Summer Research Poster Symposium for 2025 will take place on Thursday, July 24, 2025. 

 

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Summer Research Scholars Calendar 2025

Date	Time	Event	Location	Details	Register Here
Monday, June 9, 2025	12:00 – 1:00 pm In person	Summer Kickoff & Welcome	Library 605	Welcome, summer researchers! Join us for lunch and an overview of our summer programming. Sponsored by Undergraduate Research & Fellowships	Registration closes May 28th, 2024 at 5 PM
Monday, June 16, 2025	12:00 – 1:00 pm In person	Empowering Research: Understanding Your Rights and Responsibilities under Title IX	Library 605	Join Dr. Laura Renee Bryant, Deputy Title IX Coordinator for Prevention, Training, and Evaluation, for a crucial seminar on navigating Title IX in research. Understand your rights and responsibilities to ensure a safe and inclusive research environment. Don’t miss this empowering session	Registration closes on June 6th at 5 PM
Monday, June 23, 2025	12:00 – 1:00 pm In person	Addressing Bias in Research	Library 605	Join Dr. Janelle Coleman, Executive Director for Diversity & Inclusion a for an insightful discussion on addressing bias in research. Explore strategies to recognize and mitigate biases in various stages of the research process.	Registration closes on June 13th at 5 PM.
Monday, June 30, 2025	12:00 – 1:00 pm In person	TBD	Library 605	Explore the dynamics of mentorship across diverse backgrounds and learn strategies to foster meaningful and inclusive mentor-mentee relationships. Expand your mentorship skills with Dr. Ernest Brothers, Associate Dean of The Graduate School.	Registration closes on July 12th at 5 PM.
Monday, July 7, 2025	2:00 – 3:00 pm Zoom	How to Write an Abstract	via Zoom	Crafting a compelling abstract is essential for showcasing your research. Learn the art of abstract writing from Dr. Kirsten Benson, Director of The Writing Center. Gain valuable insights and techniques to effectively communicate your research’s significance and findings.	Registration closes on July 8th at 5 PM.
Thursday, July 17, 2025	2:00 – 3:00 pm Zoom	The Power of a Minute (Crafting your Elevator Pitch)	via Zoom	Elevator pitches are a powerful tool for making a memorable first impression, no matter the setting. Whether you’re applying for a fellowship, securing a spot in an undergraduate research program, interviewing for professional school, or advancing your career, a well-crafted pitch can open doors to opportunities you’ve been dreaming about. We’ll break down the key components of a compelling elevator pitch.	Registration will open in early-June here.
Thursday, July 24, 2025	TBD In person	SRS Symposium	Hodges Library	Undergraduate Research Poster Symposium	Registration will open in early-June here.