Funding and Presenting Research

Current UMR students can complete the form to apply for research funds. Funds are available to cover expenses related to presentation of research/scholarship at conferences or similar. Highest preference will be given for travel expenses related to research/scholarly presentations followed by travel expenses related to data acquisition. Other expenses related to research or other scholarly activity would be considered only if funds permit and other sources have been explored.

Preference will be given to Juniors and Seniors. The size of the awards will be based on the number of applications and need. The form, once completed, will be sent to the Scholarship Committee for review.

NOTE: An adviser support statement is a required component of this process. An advisor can be a Principle Investigator (PI), UMR faculty, Student Success Coach, etc.

Louis Stokes-North Star STEM Alliance (LS-NSSA):

UMR's Louis Stokes-North Star STEM Alliance (LS-NSSA) grant provides Scholar, Research, and Research Travel support for eligible students engaged in STEM research. The grant is funded from the National Science Foundation and 3M to support U.S. citizens and permanent residents with a goal of doubling the number of African-American, Hispanic/Latino, Native American, Alaska Native, Pacific Islander, and Southeast Asian students receiving baccalaureate degrees in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) in a five-year period.

Visit the UMR LS-NSSA for how to apply and more information. 

Current undergraduate UMR students can register to present and share research and projects during the annual UMR Research and Education Symposium. The event is held on the last day of classes during the spring term. The deadline to register is in April, more details can be found online.