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“Science is not just data collection—it’s about understanding processes, asking questions, and contributing to knowledge.”

In this issue, you'll find information on: - NCUR Celebration - Undergraduate Research Week - Volunteer Opportunities - CUR Award Press Releases - ConnectUR 2026 - Upcoming Webinars - and more

Congratulations to Dr. Uriyo on being selected as the 2026 CURAH Faculty Mentor Awardee!

Congratulations to High Point University on being named CUR's 2025 Campus-Wide Award for Undergraduate Research Accomplishments (AURA) awardee!

CUR congratulates Tsu-Ming Chiang (Georgia College & State University), Karen T. Lee (George Mason University), Jeanne Mekolichick (Radford University), and Patricia Morreale (Kean University) as they are appointed as 2026 CUR Fellows

In this issue, you'll find information on: - March 2026 Executive Corner - Undergraduate Research Week - CUR Award Celebration - CUR Member Exclusive Resources - ConnectUR 2026 - Upcoming Webinars - and more

We continue to see faculty, staff, and mentors stepping up for their students and for one another. Our shared commitment is what makes this community so strong, and it reminds us that we move forward together.

In this issue, you'll find information on: - On Demand Course Preview: Intro to ChatGPT for Academic Researchers - On Demand Learning Bundles - CUR Elections - New CUR Resources - SPUR 9.2 - Community Engagement Meeting - Upcoming Webinars - STR 2025-26 Graduation Press Release - and more

These STR graduates completed a multi-month program aimed at developing their communication and advocacy skills which will empower them to convey the importance and impact of undergraduate research, scholarship, and creative inquiry experiences.

In this issue, you’ll find - Welcome from Co-Chairs, Kari Stone and Sarah Shaner - A Reflection on Undergraduate Research by Reed Murbach - Publication Highlight - Plug In and Connect - Conference Corner