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Upcoming Events
Here are upcoming public events related to undergraduate research and creative expression.
If you require accommodations due to a disability in order to participate in an IDEA Center event, please contact us at 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu at least 72 hours in advance of the event.
Undergraduate Research Expo
Call for nominations are now open. The expo will be held Friday April 25, 2025. Email promotions_la@txstate.edu for more information.
Free Writing Retreat
The University Writing Center’s first-ever Writing Retreat on Saturday, February 22, 2025!
This all-day event is designed to help Bobcats at every level make meaningful progress on their writing projects within a structured and supportive environment. Attached to this email are flyers for students attending in-person classes and a separate flyer for online Bobcats. If possible, please share this event with your students.
WHAT IS THE WRITING RETREAT?
The Writing Retreat will guide participants through focused writing sessions using the Pomodoro technique. Whether students are working on essays, research papers, creative writing, or professional documents, this event will help them build effective writing habits.
WHO CAN ATTEND?
The retreat is open to current Texas State students, faculty, and staff who want to dedicate time to writing in a distraction-free, collaborative space.
EVENT DETAILS
· Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025
· Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
· Location: ASBN 100 and Zoom (Meeting ID: 320 074 571)
· What to bring: Writing materials, current projects, and lunch (light snacks provided; participants will have access to a fridge and microwave).
· Format: Come and go as your schedule allows.
QUESTIONS OR MORE INFORMATION
If you or your students have any questions, please reach out to the University Writing Center at writingctr@txstate.edu or visit their website.
If you require accommodation due to a disability, please contact the University Writing Center 72 hours in advance at 512-245-3018 or writingctr@txstate.edu.
College of Science and Engineering (CoSE) Scholarship Application Workshop
- Friday, January 24, 2025 from 3:00-4:00 pm in COMAL 116 or via Zoom - Hosted by Dr. Chris Wight
- Monday, February 3, 2025 from 5:00-6:00 pm via Zoom - Hosted by Dr. Tania Betancourt
Zoom Meeting ID: 996 4975 3368 Passcode: PREM
2025 TXST Open Datathon
February 7–14, 2025, Alkek Library
The University Libraries is excited to host the second annual Open Datathon during International Love Data Week 2025. The Datathon encourages participants to leverage open data for insights that drive effective decision-making and fosters interdisciplinary collaboration by sharing data and project outcomes with the TXST community. Read more about the event here: https://guides.library.txstate.edu/c.php?g=1364098&p=10704371
To register please click here.
Contact Xuan Zhou with questions or for more information.
Event Calendar
All events being offered by or advertised through the IDEA Center.
Letters of Recommendation
IDEA Center Research Ethics Workshop
How Do I Network?
How to Read Research Articles
Qualitative Research Techniques
Obtaining Permission to Conduct Research
Why do I need a Literature Review?
Research Methods Overview: Quantitative, Qualitative, Mixed Methods
How to Approach a Mentor
Research Bias Recognition
How to Submit to an Academic Journal
Fellowships and Research Opportunities
Are you looking to engage more deeply in research, travel, teaching, or humanitarian projects? There are hundreds of fellowship and scholarship opportunities for undergraduate students that provide once-in-a-lifetime learning opportunities. Meet with our fellowship advisor to discuss opportunities and explore below.
Research Opportunities for Undergraduates
Looking to get involved with research, creative expression, or fellowship experiences? See our list of current opportunities below and find one that's right for you!
Select Upcoming Opportunities
Scoville Peace Fellowship
General Information
The Herbert Scoville Jr. Peace Fellowship Program invites recent college and graduate school alumni to apply for full-time, six-to-nine month fellowships in Washington, DC. Outstanding individuals will be selected to work with nonprofit, public-interest organizations addressing peace and security issues. Applications are especially encouraged from candidates with a strong interest in these issues who have prior experience with public-interest activism or advocacy.
Program and Purpose
Scoville Fellows will choose to work with one of the twenty-six organizations participating in the program. With the assistance of alumni, board, and staff, fellows will select a placement which best matches their interests and the needs of the host organization. Participating organizations provide office space and support, supervision and guidance for fellows’ work. With the exception of Congressional lobbying, fellows may undertake a variety of activities, including research, writing, and organizing that support the goals of their host organization.
The purpose of the fellowship is to provide an opportunity for college graduates to gain practical knowledge and experience by contributing to the efforts of nonprofit, public-interest organizations working on peace and security issues.
Deadline for Application
- Spring 2025 Fellowship–October 7, 2024
- Fall 2025 Fellowship–January 6, 2025
Visit the Scoville website for more information and set up a fellowship advising appointment for advise on your application.