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Guiding students to undergraduate research & fellowship success!

 
The Center for Undergraduate Research & Fellowships (CURF) provides research and fellowship-focused services, programs, and resources for Jayhawks in all fields of study.

Fall & Spring Semester Drop-in office hours: Tuesdays, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m., Summerfield 203
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Undergraduate Research

From history to visual art to mechanical engineering, KU students in majors across campus can participate in undergraduate research and creative projects. So, think about what your passion is, and claim your curiosity!
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Fellowships & Scholarships

We are dedicated to guiding students through the process of applying for external fellowships/scholarships. Opportunities are available for all majors, including several for those interested in public service, STEM research, study abroad, critical language acquisition, and graduate school.
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Latest News

Wed, 04/09/2025

Junior from Shawnee is KU’s 80th Barry M. Goldwater Scholar

The only students eligible for nomination are sophomore- and junior-level students with outstanding academic records, significant research experience and high potential for careers in mathematics, the natural sciences or engineering. Alexa Magstadt is majoring in molecular, cellular & developmental biology and minoring in Spanish.
Wed, 04/09/2025

Two KU juniors to compete for Astronaut Scholarships

Two outstanding University of Kansas undergraduates are representing KU in the Astronaut Scholarship program. The six surviving members of the Mercury 7 mission founded the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation (ASF) in 1984 to encourage students to pursue scientific endeavors to keep the U.S. on the leading edge of technology.
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