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Student FAQs

How to I get involved in undergraduate research?

It is extremely beneficial to attend the opportunities for research in your departmental club meetings. You can find this information on 1688�� Connect. Some Departments hold open meetings each semester to advertise and familiarize students with their research.

We would encourage you to talk to your advisor, and see if they can help you with where to go in order to get involved in your specific department!

What are the benefits of undergraduate research?

Undergraduate Research offers the unique opportunity to get involved in academic pursuits outside of your normal classroom setting, build your resume/CV, and build self-confidence.

What students find most beneficial from their research experiences are gains critical thinking skills, opportunities to present findings while sharpening public speaking skills, and the ability to take what they learn in the classroom and apply it in real-world scenarios.

More importantly, undergraduate research helps you to figure out what fields truly interest you. This can help students narrow down their career and research paths earlier.

Lastly, undergraduate research allows for networking within and beyond your discipline or department. Having the ability to forge strong connections now can assist you in your future applications and prepare you for networking in your career.

What if I don't have money to present/conduct my research?

The CURCA office provides opportunity to apply for conference/travel grants which can help fund your registration fees for conferences, your hotel stay, and meal stipend. Applying for a travel grant can help alleviate some of the financial stress that you may have.

Aside from finances to present your research, the CURCA office also provides FUSE grants to faculty, which allows them to hire a research assistant in the summer. In addition, CURCA works closely with the Nationally Competitive Scholarships Office to assist students in applying for REUs (Research Experiences for Undergraduates), which fund students to conduct research in different universities and state laboratories.

If you have another question, then contact us and we may add it to our ever growing list.

Our Commitment To Our Students, Faculty, And Staff

At the University of North Georgia, we deeply value and uphold the cherished right of every American to freely express themselves. It is a hallmark of our history, our tradition, and permeates our culture. As a distinguished Senior Military College, with a legacy spanning over 150 years, we take great pride in our role of cultivating leaders who tirelessly defend these fundamental freedoms for all citizens. The legacy of our graduates in this regard is second to none.

As campus leaders, our primary responsibility is to cultivate an academic environment that ensures this exchange of ideas and the safety of our community. Across all five campuses, we are committed to fostering a welcoming atmosphere where individuals feel empowered to freely express themselves and engage in exploration and learning. However, it is essential that these rights are exercised in a manner that upholds our academic mission, preserves the safety of all, and is in accordance with our institutional policies, without unlawful behavior. This means breaking the law, harassment, intimidation, trespassing, violence, and other criminal acts will not be tolerated at the University of North Georgia.

Together, let's uphold the principles of respect, understanding, and civility as we equip our students to walk toward their purpose.

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