Workshops and Panels for Undergraduate Researchers
Come to one of our in person workshops during the semester, view any of the pre-recorded workshops and panels, and check out the additional resources available to further your knowledge and experience as you advance through your undergraduate research career at LSU.
These workshops are open to all to attend!
Over the summer, LSU OUR will offer weekly in-person workshops on Tuesday mornings at 9:30 am.
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Topic |
Date/Time/Location |
Instructor |
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Orientation
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May 27th, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Coates Hall, room 143 |
Sarah Ferstel Sarah Simms Dr. Arthur Penn Dr. Abbie Fish Dr. Jason LeJeune |
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Citation Management and Journal Reading Tips |
June 3rd, 9:30 - 10:30 am Dodson Auditorium, room 100 |
Sarah Simms and Randa Morgan, librarians |
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Research Communication & Leadership |
June 10th, 9:30 - 10:30 am Dodson Auditorium, room 100 |
Dr. Zakiya Wilson-Kennedy |
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Professionalism for Undergraduate Researchers |
June 17th, 9:30 - 10:30 am Dodson Auditorium, room 100 |
Dr. Michael Brochu, University Ombuds Office |
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Applying for Graduate School |
June 24th, 9:30 - 10:30 am Dodson Auditorium, room 100 |
Panel discussion |
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Abstract Writing |
July 1st, 9:30 - 10:30 am Dodson Auditorium, room 100 |
Dr. Linda Bui |
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Applying for Fellowships & Scholarships |
July 8th, 9:30 - 10:30 am Dodson Auditorium, room 100 |
Joseph Givens, Director of Fellowships |
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Leveraging Research Skills for Career Readiness |
July 15th, 9:30 - 10:30 am Dodson Auditorium, room 100 |
Blake Winchell, Olinde Career Center |
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Building Posters (9:30-10:30 AM) Presenting Posters (10:30-11:30 AM)
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July 22nd, 9:30 - 11:30 am Dodson Auditorium, room 100 |
Avery Morrison, Communication Across the Curriculum |
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Preparing Lightning talks |
July 23rd (Wednesday), 9:30 - 10:30 am Hatcher Hall, room 344 |
Sarah Ferstel, Office of Undergraduate Research |
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Preparing for SURF (9:30-9:45) CV Writing (9:45-10:30) |
July 29th, 9:30 - 10:30 am Dodson Auditorium, room 100 |
Sarah Ferstel, Office of Undergraduate Research |
View the pre-recorded workshops and panels below.
Instructor: Dr. Michael Brochu, Associate Ombuds
Instructor: Sarah Ferstel, Associate Director of the Office of Undergraduate Research
Instructor: Dr. Annemarie Galeucia, Assistant Director of CxC
Instructor: Dr. Linda Hooper-Bui, professor of Environmental Sciences
Instructor: Narcissa Haskins, LSU Librarian
Instructor: Dr. Sheri Wischusen, Director of Undergraduate Research for the College of Science
Instructor: Dr. Becky Carmichael, CxC Coordinator for the College of Science and the College of the Coast & Environment
Instructor: Dr. Becky Carmichael, CxC Coordinator for the College of Science and the College of the Coast & Environment
Instructor: Dr. Annemarie Galeucia, CxC Assistant Director
Instructor: Dr. Abigail Fish, Office of Environmental Health & Safety
Watch this panel of current and alumni undergraduate researcher panelists answer questions from students.
In this four part video series we will help walk you through some steps to start your undergraduate research journey, plus provide additional insight and tips on your undergraduate research options and experiences at LSU.
Each Fall, LSU students who wish to submit an application for a National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship are encouraged to enroll in this workshop series during which you will learn from faculty about the fellowship and how best to craft your application essays.
Students can apply twice for the NSF GRF, once when you are a senior in college and again when you are in your first year of graduate school. We strongly encourage our senior undergraduates who plan to pursue graduate education to apply for this fellowship.
The NSF GRFP workshop series is co-sponsored by the Office of Undergraduate Research, the Honors College, and the Graduate School.
Undergraduates should contact Joe Givens at givens@lsu.edu if you have questions.
The NSF Graduate Research Fellowship is a prestigious three-year grant that provides a graduate student with a $37,000/year stipend plus $16,000/year in cost of education allowance to the institution. If you are a college senior in disciplines supported by NSF (see below), you should consider applying for this Fellowship.
Eligible disciplines are: Chemistry; Engineering (all subfields); Computer and Information Sciences and Engineering; Geosciences; Life Sciences; Materials Research; Mathematical Sciences; Physics and Astronomy; Social Sciences; Psychology; STEM Education and Learning Research.
You MUST be a U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident to be eligible to apply!
See details on the NSF program and the GRFP outreach webinars.
The LSU graduate school will host a series of zoom informational workshops to help undergraduates and graduate students learn more about the NSF GRF.
To register for any of these workshops, go to bit.ly/LSUGRFP24
Workshops in this series:
Zoom Workshop Series Schedule
Thursday, September 5, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. - Introduction and Overview Event
Learn about graduate fellowships and the application process
Wednesday, September 18, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. - Develop Your Personal Statement
Gain tips on how to write your personal statement using a high–impact written communication
style that will get your application noticed
Thursday, September 19, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. - Develop Your Research Statement
Learn strategies and writing prompts to help you develop the broader impacts and intellectual
merit of your research statement
Thursday, September 26, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. - Student Panel Event
Hear from LSU students who have previously received the NSF GRFP as they share their
experiences from the application process, provide advice, and answer your questions
Please send questions about these workshops to Dr.Kristen Williams at kwilliams9@lsu.edu
The Office of Undergraduate Research and the Honors College will jointly host essay workshops and feedback sessions for undergraduates.
To register for any of these workshops, go to bit.ly/LSUGRFP24
Organizing an NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Research Statement
Tuesday, September 3, 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
LSU Union Capital Chamber Room 329
Writing a Standout Personal Statement for the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship
Tuesday, September 17, 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Prescott 216
NSF Graduate Research Fellowship: Draft Feedback
Thursday, October 3, 3:00 - 6:30 p.m. (students sign up for 45 minute time slots)
Olinde Career Center Interview Spaces
Please send questions about these workshops to Joe Givens at givens@lsu.edu
This video is meant for Physician Assistant students, but the information is useful and can be used in many disciplines.