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

The research/creative position can be volunteer, paid, or for academic credit.

The Summer Research Scholars Program provides professional development opportunities and social networking activities like kayaking and rock climbing 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 will have the opportunity to present summer research at the Summer Research Scholars Symposium. If you are interested in participating this summer, please register with our office.

**For Summer 2023, the colloquiums are virtual to maintain accessibility for all participants, with optional in-person activities.

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Summer Research Scholars Calendar 2023

Summer 2023 Dates	Time	Event	Location	Notes
Thursday, June 1st	1-2 pm	Summer Kickoff & Welcome	International House Conference Room RSVP Here	Hosted by URF.
Monday, June 5th	10 am – 12 pm	Paint The Rock	The Rock RSVP Here	An iconic UT landmark for more than 50 years, the Rock is a place of free expression on campus. Join URF as we paint The Rock!
Thursday, June 8th	2-3 pm	How to Design an Effective Research Poster	Join us via the Zoom Link	Dr. Virginia Stormer Asst. Director, Curriculum Development & Design
Tuesday, June 13th	2-3 pm	How to Leverage Research on a Resume or Application	Join us via the Zoom Link	Amanda Yother career coach for STEM and pre-health
Wednesday, June 14th	5-8 pm	Vol wall	RSVP Required – spaces limited (15)	Come get an introduction to rock climbing at UT’s Vol Wall!
Thursday, June 15th	5-8 pm	Vol wall	RSVP Required – spaces limited (15)	Come get an introduction to rock climbing at UT’s Vol Wall!
Tuesday, June 20th	2-3 pm	Cross-Cultural Mentoring	Join us via the Zoom Link	Dr. Ernest Brothers, Associate Dean, The Graduate School
Thursday, June 21st	5-8 pm	Paddle Boarding	RSVP Required – spaces limited (15)	SUMMER SOCIAL: Enjoy a nice, leisurely float and paddle on the Tennessee River!
Thursday, June 22nd	5-8 pm	Paddle Boarding	RSVP Required – spaces limited (15)	SUMMER SOCIAL: Enjoy a nice, leisurely float and paddle on the Tennessee River!
Tuesday, June 27th	2-3 pm	How to Write an Abstract	Join us via the Zoom Link	Dr. Kirsten Benson Director, The Writing Center
Thursday, July 6th	5:30-8 pm	Kayaking	RSVP Required – spaces limited (30)	SUMMER SOCIAL: Join us at The Knoxville Adventure Collective headquarters for an evening paddle on the Tennessee River as the sun sets behind the downtown Knoxville skyline!
Tuesday, July 11th	2-3 pm	Audience Centered Poster Design	Join us via the  Zoom Link	Christie Kennedy   Director of Research Marketing and Communications for The Office of Communications & Marketing
Monday, July 17th	2-3 pm	Addressing Bias in Research	Join us via the Zoom Link	Dr. Janelle Coleman Executive Director for Diversity & Inclusion Associate Professor, Entomology
Tuesday, July 18th	2-3 pm	Responsible Conduct in Research	Join us via the Zoom Link	Jane Burns, Director, Research Integrity and Compliance
Tuesday, July 25th	11 am – 2 pm	Summer Research Poster Symposium	Hodges Library	Summer scholars register here!
Tuesday, August 15th	4–5 pm	Summer Programs Advising Session	Register via this Zoom Link	Office of Undergraduate Research and Fellowships
Tuesday, August 22nd	4–5 pm	Summer Programs Advising Session	Register via this Zoom Link	Office of Undergraduate Research and Fellowships