Our workshops are designed to help undergraduate researchers build the skills and confidence you need to thrive in academic and professional settings. From strengthening communication and presentation abilities to exploring career pathways and preparing for graduate school, these sessions provide practical tools for success. By participating, you will gain valuable experiences that complement your research and support long-term growth. Just another way we help you build Skills For Every Future.
Tuesday, September 15 4:00 ONLINE for all USC System Campuses
The Magellan Scholar Grant provides up to $2,500 to support undergraduate students conducting faculty-mentored research, scholarly, or creative projects across all disciplines at the University of South Carolina. This workshop will guide participants through the application process, including eligibility requirements, proposal development, budgeting, and required application materials. Attendees will gain practical tips for developing a competitive application, avoiding common mistakes, and preparing a strong proposal for the Magellan Scholar Grant.
USC students from across the state are invited to participate in this workshop. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED by completing this form. You may need to allow time to confirm or update your Teams account to attend the workshop. If you have any problems or questions, please email us at our@sc.edu or contact Ashley Collins at 803-777-5522.
Wednesday, September 23 4:00 Russell House 203
USC values students’ involvement in faculty-mentored creative, research, and scholarly pursuits through competitive grant funding. We want to help you obtain funding for the research you do on campus! This workshop will introduce funding opportunities for students at any stage of the research experience from the Office of Undergraduate Research and other organizations on campus.
REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED. To register using this EAB Navigate link, log in with your credentials. Then select “involvement & engagement” under appointment, then “undergrad research workshop” under service. Select the workshop by date and complete the registration.
Thursday, October 1 3:00 Russell House 203
REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED. To register using this EAB Navigate link, log in with your credentials. Then select “involvement & engagement” under appointment, then “undergrad research workshop” under service. Select the workshop by date and complete the registration.
Thursday, October 22 3:00 Russell House 203
REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED. To register using this EAB Navigate link, log in with your credentials. Then select “involvement & engagement” under appointment, then “undergrad research workshop” under service. Select the workshop by date and complete the registration.
Wednesday, November 4 4:00 Russell House 203
REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED. To register using this EAB Navigate link, log in with your credentials. Then select “involvement & engagement” under appointment, then “undergrad research workshop” under service. Select the workshop by date and complete the registration.
Please note: Photographs may be taken during these events for promotional, educational, and institutional purposes. By attending, you acknowledge and consent to being photographed and to the use of those images by the University of South Carolina and the Office of Undergraduate Research.
This is the opportunity to hear first hand how research has can be a meaningful part of your undergraduate experience. Our Undergraduate Research Ambassadors will be sharing their journeys and how research has prepared them for their future. Considering applying to be an Undergraduate Research Ambassador? Be sure to attend and get all of your questions answered about this great opportunity!
Research posters are a widely used tool in academic communities for visually summarizing projects, data, and key findings. They offer an effective way to share your work, connect with researchers within and beyond your field, and strengthen your communication skills. Whether you’re presenting at local, regional, or national conferences, we’re here to help you show up as the impressive Gamecock that you are.
In this workshop, we will explore the essential components of a well-crafted abstract and research poster, and discuss strategies for making your information clear, compelling, and visually appealing. We will also share tips for presenting your research in an engaging and understandable way. This workshop will be great preparation for Discover USC or any conference where you might be presenting.
USC students from across the state are invited to participate in this workshop.
This workshop and luncheon focus on the roles students and faculty play in supporting mentoring relationships through undergraduate research. What makes a good research mentor and mentee? What are common mentoring challenges faced by both students and faculty in a research setting? How do both students and faculty work towards building high quality mentoring relationships through research experiences? This workshop is offered as part of the Mutual Expectations series, hosted in partnership between the Carolina Experience and the Center for Teaching Excellence. This workshop is FREE and lunch is included!
This workshop will provide an overview of fellowships for research and graduate school, as well as a discussion of effective writing for the parts of typical fellowship applications.
In this workshop, you will learn how to describe your summer research project in a brief and effective elevator pitch. This workshop will also include strategies for networking at professional conferences.
In this workshop, you will learn how to effectively craft a description of your summer undergraduate research experience for your resume. LinkedIn profiles will also be discussed, including how to share your research experience on LinkedIn and how to use LinkedIn to grow your network.
This workshop will cover how graduate school is different from undergrad, how to select a program, how to find the right mentor and how to fund your graduate degree. Common application materials and application timelines will also be discussed.
There are so many great opportunities for you at the University of South Carolina, it can be overwhelming. This interactive workshop is designed to help you explore research opportunities across disciplines. You will identify your research interests, learn how to find and reach out to potential factuly mentors, and begin developing a roadmap for your research journey.
University Libraries offers a variety of free workshops to support research and teaching at the university.