Current Student Opportunities

Empowering Creativity, Celebrating Achievement

Welcome students! The Undergraduate Research, Arts and Design Network is dedicated to bringing you more opportunities to create and showcase amazing scholarly work. Check back often to learn about exciting programs, courses and other opportunities.

Getting Started in Research Workshops

In-Person and Online
Weekly, Aug 21 - Nov 17, 2026

This interactive workshop is open to all undergraduates and will guide you in taking the first steps in starting a research experience at UNM. We will cover how to narrow down/select a topic, how to find a faculty mentor with similar interests and how to write professional correspondence. You will leave the workshop with (1) a better understanding of how to get involved in research at UNM, (2) increased confidence in contacting faculty members and (3) an email that you will draft to send to prospective faculty. View the entire schedule and register here.

Patricia V. Bradley Native American Health Research Award

Applications due October 6, 2026

The Patricia V. Bradley Native American Health Research Award is designed to stimulate and support research on Native American health or well-being. The Indian Health Service (IHS) defines health as encompassing the physical, mental, social, and spiritual well-being of American Indians and Alaska Natives. Visit their website to learn more about the application process and apply by 10/6.

DO Psychology Mentorship Drop-In Hours

Oct 14, 9am-1pm

Logan Hall, Room 156
Oct 14, 9am-1pm

If you are a psychology undergraduate student who is interested in graduate school and/or getting involved in research, plan to stop by one of the DO Psychology Mentorship Drop-In Hours! Come meet the graduate students in psychology who run DO and get your questions answered. Snacks and drinks will be provided. There will be 3 drop-in sessions this semester, first one is on September 14.

Preparing for Summer Research Experience for Uncdergraduate (REU) Applications Workshop

Honors College Forum
November 13, 2026 at 10am

Would you like to secure a summer research experience? Fall is the best time to start preparing for summer applications and this workshop will walk you through the essential steps to become a competitive applicant. In this workshop, you will learn (1) what a summer REU looks like/what to expect, (2) what materials you should start preparing in the fall and winter, along with a timeline to stay organized and (3) valuable lessons from fellow UNM undergraduate students who have been awarded REUs in the past. No registration needed, just come by!

National Council on Undergraduate Research Conference

Abstracts accepted through December 4, 2026

Undergraduate researchers from across the country will gather in Grand Rapids, Michigan, April 12–14, 2027, for NCUR, the National Conference on Undergraduate Research. NCUR is a premier conference celebrating undergraduate research across disciplines. It gives students the opportunity to present their work to a diverse audience of fellow undergraduate researchers, mentors, and higher education professionals. Read more about the conference and submit your abstract online.