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Fall 2026 Workshops & Events
CSUDH OUR Undergraduate Research Award: Drop-In Info Session
- Session #3: Wednesday, September 16聽 |聽 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM聽 |聽 Office of Undergraduate Research,聽North Library, Suite 4100 (In-Person)
Want to learn how to fund your research or creative project? Join us for our info sessions on the Fall 鈥�26 Undergraduate Research Award. We鈥檒l cover eligibility, application guidelines, deadlines, and tips for submitting a strong application. Don鈥檛 miss this opportunity to find out how you can receive up to $800 to support your research or professional development! With Tigress Briggs-Wroten.
California Forum for Diversity in Graduate Education聽
- Info Session for Participants:聽Wednesday, September 30th聽 |聽聽12:00 PM - 12:30 PM聽 | 聽 聽
Join us for a pre-event information session for participants to review important logistics for the upcoming event. We'll go over bus transportation, departure details, and other important information to help ensure a smooth and successful experience. Students will also have the opportunity to ask questions and get clarification before the event day.
Applying to Graduate School & What to Expect After Applying
Thursday, September 17聽 |聽 1:00 PM- 2:00 PM聽 |聽 Via Zoom聽 |聽
This workshop is designed to guide you through every stage of the graduate school application. Learn how to identify programs that align with your academic and career aspirations, understand key application components, and enhance your application materials. We鈥檒l also cover what to expect after you hit the 鈥渟ubmit鈥� button, including interview prep, how to follow up with programs, managing offers and waitlists, funding considerations, and making your final decision. Join in to get the tools you need to navigate the next stage of your grad school journey! With Dr. Ken Seligson, Department of Anthropology.
OUR Hangout Drop-In Info Sessions
Location: LIB Suite 4100
Thu, September 24th聽 |聽聽12 PM-1 PM
Wed, October 14th聽 |聽聽10 AM- 11 AM
Thu, November 19th聽 |聽聽11 AM-12 PM
Stop by and learn how the OUR can help YOU!
- Discover how to get involved in research
- Meet our friendly staff & student assistants
- Learn about funding opportunities
- Find a research mentor
- Explore upcoming workshops & events
- Enjoy games and giveaways!
Meet a Mentor Kickoff Event
Thursday, October 8聽 |聽 2:30 PM- 4:00 PM聽 |聽 LSU Ballrooms A & B (In-Person)
Interested in getting involved in research but don't know where to start? Looking for a faculty research mentor? Stop by to meet faculty members from all fields looking for student research assistants and representatives from the campus student research and scholar programs!
What is Meet A Mentor?
This event, sponsored by the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) and the CSUDH Student Research Conference 2027, is designed to connect students like you with faculty mentors and student research programs. It鈥檚 a fantastic opportunity for anyone interested in research or looking to gain valuable academic and professional insights. You鈥檒l have the chance to network with professors and learn about research opportunities that can enhance your educational experience and career development.
Purpose of the Event
The "Meet a Mentor" event is tailored to all students who have a keen interest in becoming involved in research, including scholarly and creative projects. The event provides a unique platform for faculty researchers to share their research, engage with students, and potentially find talented individuals to collaborate with on exciting research projects.聽
Why Should You Attend?
- Find a Mentor:聽Whether you鈥檙e new to research or looking to expand your current involvement, this event is your opportunity to meet potential faculty mentors who can guide you through the research process.
- Explore Research Programs:聽You鈥檒l learn about various research programs and how you can get involved.
- Build Your Network:聽Connect with faculty, staff, and peers who share your academic and professional interests.
- Gain Insight:聽Get advice on how to start or continue your journey in research, including tips on securing grants, presenting at conferences, and more.
- Graduate student participation is strongly encouraged.
What to Expect?
The event is designed聽as聽a聽networking session, with designated booths for each faculty researcher to display items, signs, or posters showcasing their research聽and encouraging interested students to stop by聽and engage in conversations. This setting聽allows for meaningful interactions聽and the possibility of discovering faculty who share your research interests.聽
Be Prepared
Prepare questions that you would like to聽ask聽and bring copies of your聽Resume or CV. To help you prepare for this event, please view the .