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General\u00a0<\/h2>\n

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<\/svg> How can I make a coaching appointment with URF?<\/a><\/h3><\/div>
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Meet with one of our research & fellowships coaches.<\/p>\n

In a one-on-one setting, you can discuss your initial ideas, make an individualized plan, and get connected with more specific resources inside or outside our office.<\/p>\n

Get Started – Undergraduate Research & Fellowships (utk.edu)<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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<\/svg> Can you add me to the URF Newsletter?<\/a><\/h3><\/div>
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You may join the URF newsletter by following the link below.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

Newsletter – Undergraduate Research & Fellowships Learning (utk.edu)<\/span><\/a><\/p>\r\n

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<\/svg> What is your workshop series schedule?<\/a><\/h3><\/div>
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Come learn about unique topics in undergraduate research by following the link below.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

Workshop Series – Undergraduate Research & Fellowships (utk.edu)<\/span><\/a><\/p>\r\n

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<\/svg> Do you offer a graduation cord or medal? How do I qualify?<\/a><\/h3><\/div>
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The University of Tennessee, Knoxville would like to recognize students who participate in undergraduate research and fellowships programs\/experiences.<\/p>\r\n

Through the Office of Undergraduate Research & Fellowships students may apply to receive a cord or the cord & medallion to be worn during graduation. For more information, please follow the link below.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

Undergraduate Research & Fellowships Graduation Recognition –\u00a0 (utk.edu)<\/span><\/a><\/p>\r\n

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Research<\/h2>\r\n

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<\/svg> How do I get involved in undergraduate research?<\/a><\/h3><\/div>
To get involved in undergraduate research, we recommend taking part in a “Getting Started” seminar.<\/p>\r\n

Attend one of these info sessions to learn more about Undergraduate Research & Fellowships, opportunities for research experience, and strategies for contacting faculty research mentors.<\/p>\r\n

For more information, please follow the link below.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Getting Started Seminars – Undergraduate Research & Fellowships (utk.edu)<\/span><\/a><\/p>\r\n

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<\/svg> Will you be taking students to NCUR?<\/a><\/h3><\/div>
Our office will not be traveling to NCUR. However, we encourage students to attend and apply for an URF travel grant. <\/span><\/p>\r\n

National Conferences on Undergraduate Research (NCUR) – Undergraduate Research &<\/span><\/a>\u00a0Fellowships<\/a> (utk.edu)<\/p>\r\n

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<\/svg> When is Discovery Day? How do I register for Discovery Day?<\/a><\/h3><\/div>
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Come explore what is possible when you participate in undergraduate research at Discovery Day!<\/p>\r\n

Visit the first and second floors of Hodges Library on<\/span><\/span>\u00a0during this two-session event showcasing some of the incredible impact UT undergraduate researchers are having on the world around them AND how you can get involved with research.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\r\n

To register, please follow the link below.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

Discovery Day – Undergraduate Research &<\/span><\/a>\u00a0Fellowships<\/a> (utk.edu)<\/p>\r\n

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<\/svg> When is EUR\u0113CA? How do I register for EUR\u0113CA?<\/a><\/h3><\/div>
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The annual EUR\u0113CA event is typically held each April during spring semester in the Student Union!\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

To register, please follow the link below.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

EUR\u0113CA | The University of Tennessee, Knoxville (utk.edu)<\/span><\/a><\/p>\r\n

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<\/svg> Where can I find an undergraduate student research position?<\/a><\/h3><\/div>
There are many opportunities to participate in research both on and off campus. Check out the options linked below.<\/p>\r\n

Find Opportunities – Undergraduate Research &<\/span><\/a> Fellowships<\/a>\u00a0(utk.edu)<\/p>\r\n

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<\/svg> How can I find funding for an undergraduate research project?<\/a><\/h3><\/div>
There are many opportunities to participate in research both on and off campus.<\/p>\r\n

Check out the options linked below.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

Find Opportunities – Undergraduate Research & <\/span><\/a>Fellowships<\/a>\u00a0(utk.edu)<\/p>\r\n

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<\/svg> What are Summer Research Scholars? How do I register?<\/a><\/h3><\/div>
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The Summer Research Scholars Program\u00a0<\/span>provides<\/span> professional development opportunities and social networking activities like kayaking and rock climbing throughout the summer. <\/span><\/p>\r\n

For more information, please follow the link below.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Summer Research Scholars (SRS) – Undergraduate Research &<\/span><\/a>\u00a0Fellowships<\/a> (utk.edu)<\/p>\r\n

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<\/svg> Do you provide travel grants? How do I apply?<\/a><\/h3><\/div>
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Undergraduate Research & Fellowships travel grants are specifically for undergraduate researchers who have been accepted to present their undergraduate research and creative works at a non-UT sponsored conference or event.<\/p>\r\n

For more information, please follow the link below.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n

URF Travel Grants\u00a0 – Undergraduate Research &<\/span><\/a> Fellowships<\/a>\u00a0(utk.edu) <\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Fellowships<\/h2>\r\n

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<\/svg> How can I find out about Fellowship opportunities?<\/a><\/h3><\/div>
Our “Listings” page holds important information about nationally competitive awards as well as the URF Exploration Grant Program.<\/p>\r\n

We encourage all students interested in applying for these awards to contact URF.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

Listings – Undergraduate Research &<\/span><\/a>\u00a0Fellowships<\/a>\u00a0(utk.edu)<\/p>\r\n

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<\/svg> Can I get help applying for a Gilman\/Fulbright\/CLS\/REU\/other Fellowships?<\/a><\/h3><\/div>
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To indicate your interest in the Gilman\/Fulbright\/CLS\/REU\/other Fellowships please either fill out the corresponding interest form or reach out to URF directly.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n