Office of Undergraduate Research

Supporting Student Researchers

Promoting original undergraduate research. Helping students share their research with the world.

Student Research Matters
Develop your topic & learn to write about it. Identify faculty mentors. Discover & create something new!
Presentation Opportunities
Sigma Xi Exhibition. Three Minute Thesis. Massachusetts & national conferences.
Internal Funding Opportunities
Learn about OUR research grants and summer stipends.
External Resources & National Scholarships
A resource page for undergraduate external funding opportunities, conferences, and journals.
Field Notes
Research reports by UMass Dartmouth undergrads.
Info Sessions
Research workshops & information sessions.
Accomplishments
Explore major accomplishments & the discoveries made by UMass Dartmouth Undergrads.
Contact Us
Learn more about mentors in your field.

Student Features

Viktoriya Balabanova '23: Seizing opportunities Physics major Viktoriya Balabanova has earned multiple competitive research opportunities and compiled an impressive record of accomplishments, all while raising a family.

Mckenzie Ferrari '23:  Reaching for the (exploding) stars Physics major Mckenzie Ferrari is poised to join the next generation of leaders in astrophysics research.

Kayla Rausch '23: Practical experiences Senior art history major grows personally and professionally through research

Shayne Velho '23: Unlimited possibilities Senior chemistry major gains valuable experience as undergraduate research assistant

Evan Grant '23: Using creativity to solve problems Senior graphic design major develops experience in the classroom, research, and the field

Jack Sullivan '23 wins thesis competition Physics major earns top prize in the recent undergraduate Three-Minute Thesis Competition.

Salvador Balkus '22: A data-driven mindset The National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship recipient discusses gaining the computational skills and independent scholarly thinking necessary to excel in his field of choice.

Alexa Van Voorhis '22: Motivated by more Alexa, a bioengineering major, shares how participating in extracurricular activities has prepared her for a bright future.

Physics major to present at Council on Undergraduate Research event McKenzie Ferrari is one of 60 students selected nationwide to participate in the Council on Undergraduate Research "Posters on the Hill" event in April.

Chelsea Cabral '19: independent research in literature Opportunities to present her research at national conferences

Megan Scribner ’19: Researcher, volunteer, and advocate for future female engineers Encourages STEM careers through outreach activities

Mary Brown ‘19: Standout student-athlete and aspiring emergency nurse Successfully balanced collegiate athletics and nursing studies

Bhen Alan '19: Fine arts major Bhen, a CVPA student from the Philippines, discusses how his journey back home has influenced his artistic abilities and provided him with the opportunity to excel beyond his academic studies.