Enrichment Programs

Stop by the Honors and Enrichment Programs Office at UConn Stamford (room 201) during the last week of classes pick up a free goodie bag! The Honors GPS team will be there Monday 12/4, 10am-2pm; Wednesday 12/6, 10am-1pm; Thursday 12/7, 1pm-4:30pm; and Friday 12/8, 11am-1pm to distribute the bags. There will also be an opportunity to participate in a few destressing activities.

The Summer Undergraduate Research Fund (SURF) Award program provides thousands of dollars in support of undergraduate students’ summer research and creative projects. The SURF program is open to undergraduate students in all majors at all campuses who plan to graduate no earlier than December 2024. Students can apply for funding of up to $4,500 per student. Join us to learn how to apply and what makes an application successful. Monday, December 4, 4:00-5:00pm - Join the online session by visiting https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/workshops/

Direct WebEx link: https://uconnvtc.webex.com/uconnvtc/j.php?MTID=m84aae9196fe3c97fae73c940dbc78d66

This information session is sponsored by the Office of Undergraduate Research. Additional information on the SURF Award program can be found at https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/surf/. If you require an accommodation to participate in this session, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at our@uconn.edu at least one week prior to the session.

‘Dirt: The Movie’ is a documentary that explores the relationship between us and the land around us. In honor of World Soil Day on Dec. 5, the UConn SWCS chapter will be hosting a viewing of the documentary with dirt pudding as our movie night snack!

Please RSVP by 12/03 using the link here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScZGNJd38rajuuqpqHJKbd83Q18H9BKSYMtZK9exNyppvJVcw/viewform?usp=sf_link.

In an effort to reduce waste, we ask that you bring your own mug for dirt pudding!

This is an Honors Event. Categories: Social Change, Service, & Sustainability OR Academic & Interdisciplinary Engagement

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This event will go over the basics of Experimental Global Learning (EGL) at UConn and the Gilman scholarship, a national scholarship for study abroad, as well as other means of financial assistance. We will go over all parts of the study abroad process, from selecting a program to arriving back home. This workshop will also highlight the Gilman application process, including essay examples and advice for a strong application.

This is an Honors Event. Categories: Multiculturalism & Global Citizenship OR Career, Professional, & Personal Development

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The Health Research Program offers a pathway into undergraduate research for students with interests in health and the biomedical sciences. By facilitating connections between UConn Health researchers and UConn undergraduates, this program involves more students in the cutting-edge research at the Farmington campus. The Health Research Program includes a combination of academic year and summer research opportunities, offering undergraduates and their faculty mentors a structure for sustained engagement in research projects, maximizing student learning and preparation for graduate study and/or careers in the health professions.

Information Sessions

For an overview of the program, students are encouraged to attend one of the HRP Information Sessions below:

• Monday, November 13, 4:00-5:00pm, McHugh 110
• Tuesday, December 5, 4:00-5:00pm, online – WebEx link

Stop by the Honors and Enrichment Programs Office at UConn Stamford (room 201) during the last week of classes pick up a free goodie bag! The Honors GPS team will be there Monday 12/4, 10am-2pm; Wednesday 12/6, 10am-1pm; Thursday 12/7, 1pm-4:30pm; and Friday 12/8, 11am-1pm to distribute the bags. There will also be an opportunity to participate in a few destressing activities.

Are you interested in a summer research experience but not sure where to start? In this session, we will discuss strategies and resources for identifying opportunities that fit your goals and interests.

Join the online session at https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/workshops/.

For more information about the Office of Undergraduate Research, visit our website: https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/.

If you require an accommodation to participate in this session, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at our@uconn.edu at least one week prior to the workshop.

We will be stuffing stockings with with toiletries, coloring books, and handmade cards which will be donated to those who not as fortunate. We will also have hot chocolate and cookies. Additionally, anyone who attends this event will be entered into a raffle to win a gift card. The purpose of this to be relaxing activity for students and a way to give back to the community.

This is an Honors Event. Categories: Multiculturalism & Global Citizenship.

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