Student Resources and Information
The Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry (OURI) serves as a centralized support office for students and faculty who are engaged in undergraduate research and inquiry. We offer university-wide programs such as undergraduate research grants, the annual undergraduate research symposium, and the undergraduate research journal. We also support departments and all colleges in their undergraduate research and inquiry initiatives.
Why get involved in research and creative activities?
Few activities are as intellectually rewarding as research. In addition to the acquisition of invaluable research skills, students learn:
Undergraduate research can take place in every discipline. It is especially common in the life sciences and physical sciences, where an estimated 40 percent of students nationwide engage in research under faculty mentorship; it is also found in the humanities, social sciences, and creative and performing arts.
FAU is proud to be an Enhanced Institutional Member of the Council on Undergraduate Research. The enhanced institutional membership allows all faculty members, administrators, students and staff of FAU to join the Council on Undergraduate Research, at no cost.
OURI student spotlights showcase the research endeavors of undergraduates students who have participated in research or scholarly activities. If you have participated in research and would like to be featured, please submit your story to athompson@fau.edu.