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Welcome to the Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholar Development

At Carnegie Mellon, the integration of education and research is pervasive throughout our institution. In this environment, our students are empowered to discover their passions, advance their ideas and understanding, learn and create new knowledge and art, make a positive impact through their efforts, and realize their own full potential.

The Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholar Development (OURSD) is a key resource for students to engage fully in their CMU experience through research and creative pursuits and to explore options such as competitive national and international fellowships as they prepare for their own personal and professional success. The OURSD team works directly with students, faculty, advisors, staff members, and alumni, as well as academic and administrative partners to support each student’s educational journey.

OURSD in the News

Senior Greta Markey Earns Marshall Scholarship

Eight Tartans Earn Fulbrights to Teach English, Pursue Studies

Four Tartans Among 2021 Goldwater Scholars

Summer TA Opportunity

We are seeking undergraduate teaching assistants for the 2022 Summer Undergraduate Research Apprenticeship (SURA) workshops! The positions require part-time availability during the weeks of 6/6, 6/20, 6/27, 7/4, and 7/11.

Applicants must have previously participated in faculty-mentored research and have experience with research proposal development and writing. Preference will be given to previous SURA/SURF participants.

Please see the attached flyer for more details on the position and how to apply. Contact Richelle Bernazzoli with any questions.

Community-Based Research-to-Practice

Student Proposals due Wednesday, April 20, 2022
Faculty Letter of Recommendation Upload Due: Sunday, April 24, 2022 

The Community-Based Research-to-Practice Program offers a limited number of financial awards for qualified undergraduates sponsored by the Center for Shared Prosperity (CSP). CSP is borne from efforts to reduce barriers to equitable prosperity in the Pittsburgh region while working to build healthier relationships between institutions and the communities of which they are a part. Research-to-Practice projects are strongly encouraged to be developed in partnership with local community-based organizations, and all projects must be for the benefit of our Greater Pittsburgh Region.

Our Mission

Connect with Us!

Students and alumni can schedule meetings with the OURSD staff in either virtual or in-person formats.  There may be some blocks that are restricted to virtual only, so be sure to take note of available formats before scheduling.  Appointments are limited this spring, so please plan meetings well in advance of deadlines. Please schedule with one of our staff through Handshake!  Choose "Specialized Appointments" then "Undergraduate Research and Fellowship/Scholarship Appointments."

2021-22 Dates