URAD's Undergraduate Research Scholarship

Applications due December 18, 2025

URAD's Undergraduate Research Scholarship is open to currently enrolled UNM undergraduate students who are pursuing research or plan to pursue research under the guidance of a faculty mentor in the Spring 2026 semester. Students who are currently part of a paid research program are not eligible to apply. All majors may apply but priority will be given first to Humanities (e.g., English, Philosophy, History, Africana Studies, etc.), Arts, and Design disciplines. Read more about the scholarship and to apply online by December 18, 2025.

National Conference on Undergraduate Research

Abstracts due December 5, 2025

Are you an undergraduate who has or is in the process of conducting research and are looking for a national venue to present your work? The National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR) is dedicated to promoting undergraduate research, scholarship and creative activity in all fields of study by sponsoring an annual conference for students. Unlike meetings of academic professional organizations, this gathering of student scholars welcomes presenters from all institutions of higher learning and from all disciplines. NCUR is accepting abstracts through this Friday, December 5. Read more and submit online.

Undergraduate Research Assistant

$15 hr
Best consideration date: December 1, 2025

The Honors College is seeking an undergraduate student interested in community-based research and environmental restoration to assist the Principal Investigator with data collection, transcription, and analysis for 5-10 hours/week during fall 2025 and spring 2026.

This position offers the opportunity to gain experience in a large community-engaged research project. You’ll collaborate with New Mexico-based organizations such as RiverSource, Hermit’s Peak Watershed Alliance, and the Albuquerque Wildlife Federation. As a Research Assistant, you’ll contribute to understanding socioeconomic dimensions of human-nature interactions in restoration, filling a gap in the literature regarding New Mexico. The final outputs of the project include a peer-reviewed manuscript and a white paper detailing successful strategies for organizing community restoration projects.. Read more about the position and apply online at UNM Jobs.

Grand Challenges Climate Science Communication Fellowship

Applications due December 1, 2025

The Grand Challenge fellowship offers an avenue for students to create relationships with mentors who are currently working on real climate science related issues within the student’s area of interest. Climate science issues affect every facet of life which is why our faculty mentors come from an assortment of different departments across UNM. This includes Environmental Studies, Biology, Geography, Water Resources, Economics, Law, Civil, Construction, & Environmental Engineering, and many more. The Grand Challenges team is passionate about helping students step out of their comfort zone and getting them involved with important, current research happening right here at UNM. Read more and apply online by December 1.

UISFL Field Research Award for Undergrads

Applications due November 12, 2025 at 11:59pm

The Undergraduate International Studies and Foreign Language (UISFL) Field Research
Award provides $1,000 to undergraduate students working with a UNM faculty member on
an internationally-based project. This funding opportunity, intended to support
undergraduate travel to the field, has been made possible by a Title VI grant from the
US/Department of Education administered through the Latin American and Iberian Institute
(LAII). Preference will be given to Arts & Sciences Support for Undergraduate Research
Experience (ASSURE) students working on research projects related to Africa, East Asia,
the Middle East, and Latin America.

Designing Research Posters

Honors College Forum
October 31, 2025

10-11:30am

Join Assistant Professor of Graphic Design Rambod Vala as he presents "Grid Systems in Research Posters." In this interactive workshop, you will learn how to bring clarity and structure to your research posters. Plan to bring a laptop and use Adobe Creative Suite programs to work on a project.

This event is part of the larger series of Honors Week at the Honors College. Registration is requested for attending any of the week events, please visit their website to see all events and register.

Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship (MMUF) Information Session

Honors College Forum
November 21, 2025 at 10-11am

Join URAD and representatives from MMUF to learn more about the MMUF program, how to apply, benefits of the program and hear from current fellows about their experiences in the program. Snacks will be provided!

NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) Application Webinar

October 17, 2025

11:30am - 12:30pm

The GRFP provides 3-years of financial support to students currently enrolled in their first year or planning to enroll next year in a research-based masters or doctoral degree in a STEM or STEM education field.

Come learn about the GRFP application process and hear from current fellows about their experience applying.

Applications are due in early to mid-November and are open to:

• Undergraduates who will receive their bachelor's by fall 2026;
• Bachelor's degree holders who haven't enrolled in a graduate degree program;
• Individuals enrolled in a joint bachelor's-master's degree program with at least three undergraduate years completed;
• 1st-year grad students in their first graduate degree program with less than one academic year completed.

Abstract Submissions for the New Mexico Research Symposium

Abstracts due October 17, 2025

The New Mexico Research Symposium is a free, student-centered conference focused on sharing STEM research projects from undergraduate and graduate students in NM and an opportunity to network with researchers from across the state. If you have been involved in STEM research as an undergraduate, submit an abstract for consideration to present at the symposium on November 15 at the Student Union Building. Read more and submit your abstract on the symposium website.

Research & Discovery Week Events

Start Date: Nov 5 - 14

Various times and locations on UNM Main Campus

Research & Discovery Week features an exciting schedule of events that showcase the excellence and diversity of UNM's research enterprise, promote resources and opportunities available to UNM researchers, and foster the principles of ethical, engaged, collaborative, and fulfilling scholarship. Most importantly, these events also highlight the unique contributions of our faculty, staff, and students to the intellectual capital of our institution and enable our collective ability to positively impact our communities, our state, our nation, and the world.

If you are an undergraduate student, please note the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Fair on Thur, 11/13 in the SUB atrium from 11am-2pm to learn about research opportunities and programs targeted to you.

Summer Research Internship Application Workshop

Honors College Forum
Start Date: November 14, 2025

10am-11am
Are you looking to secure a research opportunity for the Summer of 2026? Now is the time to start preparing! This workshop will walk you through the steps of searching and applying for summer research opportunities, many of which have deadlines in early 2026. You will also hear from students who recently completed summer research opportunities out of state at other universities. This is open to all majors and all levels of students!

Research that Resonates: Crafting a Resume that Stands Out Workshop

October 7, 2025

Workshop 11-11:30
One-on-one guidance on resume 11:30-1pm
Career Services, 2nd floor in UAEC (building 85)

Join URAD and representatives from Career Services for this workshop to help you highlight your research skills on your resume. Undergraduate research helps you build many diverse skills that graduate schools and future employers are looking for. We will introduce you to these ideas from 11-11:30 and then help you work on your resume between 11:30-1pm. Join for either portion or both or any part of this event between 11am and 1pm!

Patricia V. Bradley Native American Health Research Award

Applications due October 6, 2025

The Health Sciences Library & Informatics Center is pleased to announce the inaugural Patricia V. Bradley Native American Health Research Award is now open for applications. This award is designed to stimulate and support research on Native American health or well-being. We anticipate awarding a single award in 2026. The award will be $1,000 and is designed to flexibly remove barriers for research. The award is primarily intended for currently enrolled UNM undergraduate or graduate students.
Learn more about the award, its eligibility and application requirements, and about Patricia V. Bradley.
Submit your application

Building Research Experience for Graduate School Workshop

October 1, 2025

2-2:50pm
Honors College Forum

Join URAD and the Center for Teaching & Learning for a collaborative workshop to help you understand the importance of research for graduate school, how to get involved in undergraduate research and what to expect in graduate school. All majors and all levels of students are welcome to attend!

Undergraduate Fellowship on Native American Health Research

Applications accepted on a rolling basis until December 5, 2025

Are you passionate about research that can help shape the future of public health and healthcare with Native American communities? The UNM Center for Native American Health in partnership with the UNM Research, Arts & Design Network have designed and are sponsoring an opportunity to help you explore your passion! This is a popular and highly competitive opportunity! Each selected student will receive a total stipend of $500, disbursed in two installments: $250 at the beginning of the semester and $250 at the conclusion.

Read all about the fellowship and apply here