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Programs and Events

Offering a vibrant range of distinctive programs and events that will fuel your research experience and help you build industry connections and networks.

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Undergraduate Research Opportunities Center (UROC)

Our research programs are funded by some of the most respected companies and organizations in the world and will empower you to set yourself apart in the eyes of graduate schools and employers.

Programs That Will Take You Across the Country and Around the World

Our programs will take you on an exciting, intellectual journey designed to expand your knowledge and skills, while also helping you forge valuable academic and industry connections.

And you’ll work with acclaimed and accomplished mentors who will individually guide you throughout your UROC experience.

"Mentoring undergraduate researchers has been one of the most rewarding experiences I have had as a professor. It is a privilege to work with such engaged young scholars and to see their intellectual curiosity flourish."

- Dr. Sam Robinson, Associate Professor for School of Humanities and Communication

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Make a UROC consultation appointment today to learn more about what our exceptional programs can do for you.

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Events and Workshops That Inspire

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Campus Research Events

From our Summer Research Symposium, to the Fall Research Competition, to the Undergraduate Research Week and more, these annual events offer a proud showcase of the work done through the UROC.

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Academic Success Workshops

Our workshops provide a wealth of practical knowledge and skills designed to help you succeed, whether it’s how to put together your research poster, communicate with industry professionals or any number of other topics.

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Koret Scholars Program

The Koret Scholars program offers CSUMB undergraduates an opportunity to be engaged in robust interdisciplinary social science research facilitated by CSUMB faculty mentors, with a goal to disseminate research regionally and nationally at conferences.

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Research and Scholars Programs

CSU LSAMP @ Monterey Bay

The goal of the CSU Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) @ Monterey Bay is to increase the participation of individuals who face or have faced social, educational, or economic barriers to careers in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM).

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Research Rookies

The Research Rookies program is an opportunity for students with little or no research experience to learn what research looks like in their majors and on the CSUMB campus.

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McNair Scholars Program

The McNair Scholars Program prepares academically-talented and motivated CSUMB undergraduates from all majors for doctoral level studies via engagement in research and other scholarly activities.

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UROC Researchers Program

The UROC Researchers Program provides students opportunities to engage in paid/course credit research placements at any time during their undergraduate careers.

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UROC Innovation Scholars

With funding from Apple, the UROC Innovation Scholars program focuses on supporting undergraduate researchers in developing a curated research identity through the development of a digital ePortfolio for the STEAM workforce or graduate school.

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Introductory College Apprentice Research Experience

Thanks to funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF), CSUMB is proud to partner with Monterey Peninsula College (MPC) to offer the Introductory College Apprentice Research Experience (iCARE) program to MPC undergraduate students at the CSUMB campus.

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Questions? We’re Here to Help

Our offices are located on the second floor of CSUMB’s Tanimura & Antle Family Memorial Library, Suite 2150. We’re open Monday to Thursday 9am – 4pm, or by appointment.

Undergraduate Research Opportunities Center

If you’re interested in undergraduate research through the UROC, the best first step is to schedule a consultation.

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