We are pleased to host multiple events and workshops throughout the year to help students identify research opportunities and make the most of their experiences at Duke. Please save the date for these upcoming URS events.
Summer Research & Development Workshops
The URS Office is pleased to host weekly workshops in the summer to help students make the most of their research experiences on campus. Workshops include tips to effectively communicate with mentors, best practices for reading scientific papers, information on preparing an abstract/research poster, and more!
All Duke and non-Duke undergraduates are welcome to drop in. No registration is required to attend!
Summer 2026 Workshop Schedule
Thursdays from 9:00 - 10:30 am | Perkins 217
- July 16: Self-Efficacy in Research
- Building confidence in your abilities is key to navigating setbacks and staying motivated as a researcher. This workshop will explore strategies for developing self-efficacy in research, including goal-setting and tools for overcoming common challenges. Join us to reflect on your growth, build resilience, and strengthen your confidence as a researcher.
- July 23: Science Careers/PhD Student Panel
- Considering applying to Grad School? Want to see explore science career pathways? We’ll bring in folks with first-hand experience. Bring your questions about grad school admissions, finding the perfect program, and any other lingering questions you may have about this path.
Summer Research Showcase
Event details: July 24, 2026 | 10:00 am - 12:00 p.m. | The Edge, Bostock Library
Student research at Duke doesn’t slow down over the summer! On July 24, students from summer programs across Duke will gather to share their research in natural sciences, health policy, medicine, engineering, and more. You're invited to stop by Bostock from 10 am – 12 pm to show your support and get a sense of the vast research being done on campus this summer! All are welcome to attend. Light breakfast and beverage options will be provided.
Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium
Event details: Thursday, April 16, 2026 | 2-6 p.m. | The Edge, Bostock Library
Our annual symposium is a celebration of ongoing research from across campus being conducted by our talented undergraduate students. Duke Community: We invite you to attend our annual symposium to show your support of our undergraduate researchers and get a sense of the vast research being done in Arts & Humanities, Social Sciences, and Natural & Quantitative Sciences here on our campus.
URS Office Hours
Location: Bostock, Project Room 8
We periodically host office hour sessions where you can drop in with any questions regarding undergraduate research, our awards, resources, etc. No appointment necessary! Since it's the summer, we're pausing office hours momentarily. We'll host them again soon and will push out an update!
Building confidence in your abilities is key to navigating setbacks and staying motivated as a researcher. This workshop will explore strategies for developing self-efficacy in research, including… read more about Summer Research Workshop: Self-Efficacy in Research »
Considering applying to Grad School? Want to see explore science career pathways? We'll bring in folks with first-hand experience. Bring your questions about grad school admissions, finding the… read more about Summer Research Workshop: Science Careers/PhD Student Panel »