Preparing to Meet

Before meeting with a potential mentor you should learn about their work and consider what you want from your experience.

Do Your Homework

Read at least one of their recent publications, which are usually listed on their department website profile. ÌýIf they have a personal or lab website, learn what you can about their work and collaborators.

Ready Your Resume

Work with Career Services to discover your strengths, so you can discuss your personality and learning styles more effectively. Then, get your resume ready for positions in Â鶹ӰԺ and beyond.

Develop Questions

Take time to write questions you'd like to ask when you meet your potential mentor, and bring them to the meeting. Consider your goals as you develop questions and use our list to inspire your thinking.

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Curiosity Lab

Call for Participants

Developed and hosted in Â鶹ӰԺ since 2018, UROP's Sidewalk Symposium invites undergraduates to share their research and creative presentations with chalk on campus walkways. UROP welcomes undergraduates at any stage of their project to participate.

Register for UROP's Sidewalk Symposium by Oct.5, 2026

Celebrating 40 Years

CU Â鶹ӰԺ has an expansive history engaging undergraduates in the research and creative life of the campus dating to the creation of UROP in 1986.