Events from November 1, 2021 – February 5, 2025 – Office of Undergraduate Research

April 17: Presenting Research 101

Casey Roekle — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:30:00 +0000

Presenting your research effectively is an important skill and one that takes practice to become proficient at. In this workshop we will talk about strategies to help you communicate your work so that your audience leaves understanding what you did and why they should care about it. You will have the opportunity to work on an elevator pitch and practice it with the group. You do not need to have your poster or presentation completed to attend this workshop. In fact, this may be a great way to help you decide how to structure your visual aids. This will be an in-person event in Bolton Hall 192. Please contact Jessica Schuld (jlschuld@uwm.edu) with any questions.

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April 17: Start Here Info Session

Jessica Schuld — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Join the Office of Undergraduate Research for this hybrid info session to learn more about our programs and discuss strategies for getting involved in research activity. We will discuss the kind of research that happens at 51��, tips on finding the right research project for you, how to get paid as an undergraduate research assistant, and the next steps in connecting with research faculty in your area of interest. We hope you join us!

For more information, or to request accommodations, please email jlschuld@uwm.edu

Join on your computer or mobile app

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April 23: Undergraduate Research Symposium Practice Session

mgjensen@uwm.edu — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0000

Come to the Wisconsin Room the night before the symposium to set up early, practice your presentation, or look at other participants’ posters. Bring your friends and stay for pizza!

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April 24: 18th Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium

mgjensen@uwm.edu — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0000

51��’s 18th annual undergraduate research symposium will celebrate the collaborations of our undergraduate students with our research-active faculty and staff across all of our schools and colleges.

Students who have received Support for Undergraduate Research Fellows (SURF) awards during the year are expected to present some outcomes of their work at this event, and other undergraduates engaged in mentored research or creative activity are encouraged to participate as well. Presentations will be given as posters or oral presentations. The undergraduate research symposium is free and open to the public. Questions about accommodations can go to Kyla Esguerra at kylam@uwm.edu.

Please see this page for more information: Symposium – Office of Undergraduate Research

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April 27: MCW Cancer Center & 51�� Undergraduate Research Experience Program Info Session

kylam@uwm.edu — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Join this virtual meeting to learn more about the MCW Cancer Center & 51�� Undergraduate Research Experience Program. Program leaders will discuss program goals and student participants will share their experiences.

Microsoft Teams meeting

Join:

Meeting ID: 220 851 427 701 29

Passcode: S2AB3W4C

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May 2: OUR Charity Trivia Night

elappano@uwm.edu — Sat, 02 May 2026 21:00:00 +0000

On May 2nd from 4-6PM in the Union Gasthaus, join the Office of Undergraduate Research for their first ever Charity Trivia Night!

There will be raffle baskets from local shops and companies to win.

Tickets are $5 per person, and all proceeds of the night go to the winning team’s charity of choice! Come out to play!

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May 8: Start Here Info Session

Jessica Schuld — Fri, 08 May 2026 18:00:00 +0000

For more information, or to request accommodations, please email jlschuld@uwm.edu

Join on your computer or mobile app

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May 14: Tea and Cookies

Casey Roekle — Thu, 14 May 2026 16:30:00 +0000

Join us in Bolton 192 for tea and cookies as we hang out and hear about some of your research experiences. This event is about getting to know other SURF students, the OUR staff, and student employees. As we get to know our students better, we can better connect you to resources and programs that can help you meet your goals!

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May 14: SERA Colloquium

elappano@uwm.edu — Thu, 14 May 2026 20:00:00 +0000

Join us in honoring the SERA awardees of the 2025-2026 school year as they present their research findings. This event will take place on May 14th from 3-5:30PM in the Union Fireside Lounge.

Presenters:

Erik Collins (Psychology, Neuroscience) Mentor: Dr. Jeffrey Lopez-Rojas

Shaun Harrington (Biochemistry) Mentor: Dr. Alexander Arnold

Elizabeth Lappano (Theatre, Classical Civilizations) Mentor: Ralph Janes

Nick Nelson (Physics) Mentor: Dr. Philip Chang

Joe Parlier (Chemistry) Mentor: Dr. Jörg Woehl

Oli Pierce (History) Mentor: Dr. Rachel Buff

Allyson Ruffino (Microbiology) Mentor: Dr. Alita Burmeister

Parnian Vakili (Cell and Molecular Biology, Neuroscience) Mentor: Dr. Nikki Lytle

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September 4: Getting Involved in Undergraduate Research

Jessica Schuld — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Join the Office of Undergraduate Research for this info session to learn more about our programs and discuss strategies for getting involved in research activity. We will discuss the kind of research that happens at 51��, tips on finding the right research project for you, how to get paid as an undergraduate research assistant, and the next steps in connecting with research faculty in your area of interest. We hope you join us! For more information, or to request accommodations, please email jlschuld@uwm.edu.

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