Opportunities to Present Research

On-Campus Opportunities

There are several opportunities for students to present or publish their scholarly work through on-campus outlets, hosted by various Colleges or Departments at University of West Georgia. Below is a list of opportunities available at University of West Georgia in order by college and/or discipline:

CHASS 

Honors College: Office of Undergraduate Research

 

Off-Campus Opportunities

West Georgia undergraduate researchers who have completed substantial scholarly work often have their research accepted for presentations at state, regional, and national conferences. The Honors College supports students who are accepted for presentation at the following state, regional, or national undergraduate research conferences:

Georgia Undergraduate Research Conference

The Georgia Undergraduate Research Conference is a regional, multidisciplinary conference open to undergraduates both within Georgia and beyond. GURC is hosted by a university in Georgia each fall. They invite students to present their research, performances, or artwork and to learn more about the exciting undergraduate work being conducted by other students in the region. GURC welcomes all fields of research and creative activities.

  • Who: Undergraduate students researching in ANY discipline.
  • What: Abstract submissions are accepted for oral and poster presentations as well as performing arts (dance, music, drama) and visual arts (sculpture, painting, photography).
  • When: November 6-7, 2026
  • Submission Deadline: September 28, 2026
  • Where: Georgia College and State University

 

Georgia Collegiate Honors Council Conference

The Georgia Collegiate Honors Council (GCHC) is an organization formed for the promotion and advancement of honors education in institutions of higher learning in the state of Georgia. Each year, GCHC hosts its annual meeting at a selected college or university in Georgia, giving Honors students another opportunity to share their research with others while also allowing them to meet and interact with other Honors students.

  • Date: February 26-27, 2027
  • Where: Georgia College and State University, Milledgeville, GA
  • Academic Fields: Any
  • Presentation Type: Poster Sessions and Oral Presentations
  • Submissions: January 2027
  • Eligibility: UWG Honors students

 

National Conference on Undergraduate Research

The National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR) is dedicated to promoting undergraduate scholarships and creative activity in all fields of study by sponsoring an annual Spring conference for students.

  • Who: Undergraduate students researching in ANY discipline.
  • What: Abstracts are accepted for oral, poster, visual arts, and performing arts presentations.
  • When: April 12-14, 2027
  • Submission Deadline: December 2026
  • Where: Grand Valley State University | Grand Rapids, MI

 

Southern Regional Honors Council Conference

The Southern Regional Honors Council (SRHC) Annual Conference features opportunities for honors students from across the southeast to present scholarly research. In addition, students, professors, and honors administrators enjoy the collegiality and conversations regarding honors pedagogy and best practices.

  • Date: March 31-April 3, 2027
  • Location: Orlando, FL
  • Academic Fields: Any
  • Presentation Type: Poster Sessions, Oral Presentations, and Creative Works
  • Submissions: February 1, 2027
  • Eligibility: UWG Honors College students