The next URL application deadline will be early Fall 2013

Undergraduate Research Leaders (URLs) will be pivotal in connecting undergraduates to URP. The goal for URLs is to increase awareness and participation of undergrads in research from a range of disciplines (e.g., humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, etc). The URL time commitment will be 1-2 hours p/wk on average and dependent on quarterly events and student availability.

URL Responsibilities:

Represent undergraduate research at the UW
Assist URP with student-focused outreach and program events and materials
Participate in tabling events, workshops, panels, and the annual UW Undergraduate Research Symposium
Partner with URP staff and other URLs to propose and conduct a student-led project
Attend an initial orientation and training and quarterly gatherings with URP staff

URL Benefits:

Opportunity to make an impact on the educational experience of your peers and to make a difference for future undergraduate researchers
Invaluable outreach and leadership experience for Résumé/CV building
Developing your leadership potential by organizing and participating in outreach events
Participate in professional development workshops
Practice your public speaking by promoting undergraduate research to student groups
Networking with students, faculty, and staff on and off campus
Receive a nifty URL sweatshirt and nametag

URL Eligibility:

Must be a current UW undergraduate student
Must have at least 3 quarters of experience in research, scholarship, or creative activities
Must have presented at the Undergraduate Research Symposium or a similar academic event