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The Scholar Treatment.

Faculty-directed undergraduate research complements classroom learning through learning by doing and reflection on doing, and as such provides an additional educational opportunity that transforms our students into scholars. Undergraduate research experience is invaluable and provides our scholars with a multitude of opportunities while they are enrolled at West Georgia and upon completion of their undergraduate degree.

OUR Opportunities

We are dedicated to facilitating undergraduate student involvement in scholarly research in all academic fields. Please let us know how our office can support you!

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Welcome!

The University of West Georgia's Office of Undergraduate Research was established to:

  • Facilitate collaboration between Faculty Mentors and Student Researchers
  • Coordinate university-wide research events, such as Scholars' Day
  • Assist students in their preparation and travel to research conferences
  • Encourage new initiatives to create, enhance, and expand undergraduate research opportunities for all West Georgia students

Scholars Day

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2024 UWG Scholars' Day

The Honors College and the Office of Undergraduate Research sponsor UWG Scholars' Day to recognize and celebrate all the wonderful, innovative academic work UWG students are doing.

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Student Research Assistant Program

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Student Research Assistant Program

Applications for the Summer 2024 and FY 2024-2025 SRAP cycles will open in Spring 2024! 

  • Summer 2024 SRAP Application: Due March 8, 2024.
    For projects during the Summer 2024 semester. 
  • FY24-25 SRAP Application: Due March 29, 2024.
    For projects during the Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 semesters.

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National Fellowships

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National Fellowships

Join us throughout the year for information sessions, workshops, and conversations about the opportunities available to UWG students, including the Fulbright, Truman, Gilman, Goldwater, Madison, and more!

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Student Research Travel Awards

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Student Research Travel Awards

Students may apply for travel awards to assist in the funding of travel for the purposes of research presentation and/or creative activities. All undergraduate students, including SRAP students and Honors College students, should use the Student Travel Award Application to apply for travel funds.

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Office of Undergraduate Research

Dr. Jeffrey Zamostny, Director of the Office of Undergraduate Research
(678) 839-6636
Email: jzamostn@westga.edu
Office Hours: 8am - 5pm, Monday - Friday