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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 applications are now open. Apply to join 10-weeks of undergraduate research with the Symbiommunity lab at Texas State University. This is a National Science Foundation funded project involving studying corals. Project includes funded research trips in Texas and Rhode Island, as well as full summer pay and the opportunity to present their work at a national conference. Scan the QR code or click the poster to apply.
Email Lauren Fuess for more information.
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.

Graduate Student Research Conference
Scan the QR code to register to attend the Graduate Student Research conference or click this link. Event will take place April 8 from 4-6:00pm in the LBJ ballroom. A faculty panel will take place from 4-5:00pm on how graduate students can thrive and persevere in their research and creative projects.
From 5-6:00pm there will be a poster browse, snacks, and opportunities to learn more about graduate research. Attendees will also be able to provide feedback to presenters via a QR code on each poster.
GSAW - Letters to Ourselves from Grad School
Letters to Ourselves is an opportunity to hear current TXST graduate students share their stories and experiences via a letter written from the perspective of their current selves addressed to their former, undergraduate selves. The letters will highlight the graduate students’ experiences, such as lessons learned, accomplishments, and obstacles overcome.
This event is open to graduate students who would like to gain relatable insights from their peers, as well as undergraduate students who want to hear about the experiences of current graduate students. Please join us for a night of laughs, reflections, and inspiration!
Disabled and Proud Art Gallery Reception
The Disabled & Proud Art Gallery aims to foster a sense of community and amplify the voices of disabled students by providing a platform for students to express their experiences through various artistic mediums.
Join us and support your fellow Bobcats! Food and refreshments will be provided.
Date and Time
Thursday, April 3 2025 at 3:00 PM CDT to
Thursday, April 3 2025 at 6:00 PM CDT
Share Your Story Premiere & Panelist Session
Join us for the premiere of “Share Your Story”! “Share Your Story” is a video compilation of 10 TXST students with disabilities who wanted to share their stories with the campus community. These participants have been filmed by Alkek One in the ALIAS Production Lab. The premiere will feature a live panel of the Share Your Story participants and a Disability Services moderator who take live questions from the audience.
Date and Time
Wednesday, April 2 2025 at 6:00 PM CDT to
Wednesday, April 2 2025 at 7:00 PM CDT

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.