Events and Opportunities

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.

First-Gen Information and Networking Fair

First-Gen-Students, the College of Liberal Arts is Here for You!

The event will be a transformative experience for first-generation students, allowing them to find role models or support among the college's first-generation faculty and staff and others who support first-generation students. 

Location: Flowers Hall 230

Date: November 5

Time: 1-2:30 PM

If you require accomodations due to a disability in order to participate, please contact Dr. Gloria Velasquez at gv11@txstate.edu at least 72 hours in advance of event. 

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The Center for Diversity and Gender Studies

Graduate and Undergraduate Research Conference

Graduate and undergraduate research will be presented and hosted by the Center for Diversity and Gender Studies from Texas State University. The event will take place November 2, 2024 from 9am-5pm. Submissions to present at the conference can be completed by clicking here. For speakers and attendees, please click here to register

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Center for Innovation + Entrepreneurship

Ignite 2.0

Ignite has evolved, and the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE) is excited to introduce Ignite 2.0!

What is different about Ignite 2.0 you may ask?

Let us tell you!

First, the dates have been changed to November 8-10, 2024!

This three-day event has been redesigned to meet you where you are in the innovation, entrepreneurship, and start-up space. There will be breakout sessions designed with your answers (below) in mind.

There will be a wide variety of guest speakers - business owners, community leaders, successful entrepreneurs, and wait for it...a real contestant from Shark Tank who received a deal from Mark Cuban!

Additionally, there will be hands-on workshops to move you in the right direction and further your confidence in entrepreneurship!

On Sunday, there will be an optional pitch showcase where you can pitch your business or win prizes to further your entrepreneurial spirit! The showcase will be live-streamed, with local city managers, business owners, and investors being invited.


After you submit this application, check your email regularly for the final agenda of the weekend's events!

Attend every day for maximum benefit, but if your time is limited, join Ignite 2.0 as much as you can!

For additional information, contact Teresa Quinn, CIE Director at quinnt@txstate.edu!

Again, the new dates are November 8-10, 2024! And of course there will be FOOD!

Please follow us on LinkedIn: txst-center-for-innovation-and-entrepreneurship and Instagram: txst_cie to stay in touch with this, and all CIE events! 

Click here to register.

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Event Calendar

All events being offered by or advertised through the IDEA Center.

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IDEA Center Research Ethics Workshop

November 21, 2024 11:00 AM
Thursday, November 21, 2024, 11:00AM - 12:20PM ( 1 / 12 registered ) — San Marcos

How to Submit to an Academic Journal

November 25, 2024 3:00 PM
Monday, November 25, 2024, 3:00PM - 3:50PM ( 12 / 12 registered, 1 waiting ) — San Marcos

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. 

Past Opportunities