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CUR Receives 2026 ASAE Research Foundation Sal Martino Foresight Award

Washington, DC – The Council on Undergraduate Research (CUR) is proud to announce that it has been selected as the inaugural recipient of the 2026 American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) Research Foundation Sal Martino Foresight Award, a national recognition honoring organizations that demonstrate exceptional leadership in applying foresight practices to prepare for the future and drive meaningful impact.

Presented by the ASAE Research Foundation, the award recognizes associations that use foresight practices to strengthen decision-making, anticipate emerging trends, and position their communities for long-term success. CUR was recognized for advancing foresight as a core organizational practice, shaping its strategy, programs, and engagement with members and partners to ensure undergraduate research remains responsive to the evolving needs of higher education and the broader ecosystem of learning, work, and discovery.

Through initiatives focused on innovation, emerging technologies, workforce readiness, inclusive excellence, and sustainable growth, CUR has worked to better understand the rapidly changing higher education landscape and strengthen its ability to support its community navigating an increasingly complex environment. This work has helped position CUR as a national leader in advancing undergraduate research as a transformative, high-impact practice for student learning, career readiness, and societal impact.

“Receiving this award is a meaningful recognition of CUR’s commitment to foresight as a core leadership practice,” said Lindsay Currie, CUR’s Executive Officer. “At CUR, we believe preparing for the future is not optional; it is essential to sustaining and advancing undergraduate research. This recognition reflects the dedication of our staff, members, and volunteers who continuously adapt, learn, and lead so that our community is ready for what comes next. We see this not as a milestone, but as momentum.”

CUR is being recognized on May 14 at the Foundation Forward Celebration hosted by ASAE. CUR plans to celebrate this award with members at their annual conference, ConnectUR in College Park, MD on June 22.

Founded in 1978, the Council on Undergraduate Research (CUR) focuses on providing high-quality and collaborative undergraduate research, scholarly, and creative activity. Among the many activities and networking opportunities that CUR provides, the organization also offers support for the professional growth of faculty and administrators through expert-designed institutes, conferences, and a wide-range of volunteer positions. The CUR community, made up of nearly 700 institutions and 13,000 individuals, continues to provide a platform for discussion and other resources related to mentoring, connecting, and creating relationships centered around undergraduate research. CUR’s advocacy efforts are also a large portion of its work as they strive to strengthen support for undergraduate research. Its continued growth in connections with representatives, private foundations, government agencies, and campuses world-wide provides value to its members and gives voice to undergraduate research. CUR is committed to inclusivity and diversity in all of its activities and our community.

CUR focuses on giving a voice to undergraduate research with learning through doing. It provides connections to a multitude of campuses and government agencies, all while promoting networking and professional growth to its community.

By Elizabeth Moris

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