Research and Sponsored Programs
Council on Undergraduate Research (CUR)
What are the benefits of CUR for faculty?
- Resources to mentor undergraduate researchers effectively
- Access to CUR workshops, institutes, and leadership opportunities
- Professional development and grant support
- A national network across disciplines
What are the benefits of CUR for students?
- Opportunities to present and publish their work
- Access to NCUR (National Conference on Undergraduate Reasearch)
- Mentorship, networking, and career readiness
- Exposure to national academic communities and funding opportunities
The Council on Undergraduate Research (CUR) is a national organization that promotes and supports high-quality undergraduate research, scholarship, and creative activity acrosss all academic disciplines.
Purpose: To empower students and faculty to engage in mentored, hands-on research that develops critical thinking, communication skills, and professional readiness.
How to get started?
Visit the website to explore CUR divisions, events, and mentoring resources.
Visit the CUR Website
Both undergraduate students and faculty mentors from any discipline can get involved.
CUR supports students conducting original work and faculty who guide or integrate
research into teaching.
Fresno State is an institutional member, which means students and faculty can register
for a CUR account at no charge.