The Conference on Undergraduate Research and Engagement (CURE) is NIU's annual undergraduate research symposium and professional development conference. Students have the ability to participate in FREE professional development sessions from expert NIU Faculty and Staff. To participate in the virtual sessions, you will need to register for the event. Session schedule is below:

10:00am

Become an Undergraduate Research Ambassador

Presenter:

• Eveliz Maldonado, Graduate Assistant for Outreach & Engagement, Office of Student Engagement & Experiential Learning

Getting The Most From Undergraduate Research

Presenter:

• Michaela Holtz, Office of the President Staff Fellow, Northern Illinois University

11:00am

Don’t Stop Me Now: Undergraduate Research Publishing & Presentation Opportunities

Presenter: 

• Kimberly Shotick, Student Success Librarian and Assistant Professor, Northern Illinois University

Rising Scholars: How to Become a Competitive Fellowship Applicant

Presenter:

• Jason Goode, Ed.D., Associate Director of Scholarships and Fellowships, Northern Illinois University

1:15pm 

The Role of State and Federal Policy in Research

Presenters:

• Anna Quider, Assistant Vice President for Federal Relations, Northern Illinois University
• Katie Davison, Director of State Relations, Northern Illinois University 

Minority Women in Education & STEM Research

Presenters: 

• Dr. Mariana Alvayero Ricklefs, Assistant Professor of Curriculum & Instruction, Northern Illinois University  
• Dr. Ricela Feliciano-Semidei, Assistant Professor of Mathematical Sciences, Northern Illinois University