Summer 2026 Seminar Opportunities

Various programs host seminars throughout the summer. Below are some opportunities for prospective and current undergraduate researchers.

Seminars hosted by the ANVIL REU

Hosted on the West Lafayette campus from 11am-12pm in the Envision Center (between STEW and PMU).

Sessions: June 2, 4, 9, 10, 19, 23, 25, 30; July 9

Pre-register to ensure space is available.

List of ANVIL REU sessions with registration links (.pdf)

Mini-conferences hosted by SURF

Hosted on the West Lafayette campus from around 9am-12pm

Sessions: June 9, 23; July 7, 21

List of SURF mini-conference sessions (.docx)

Seminars hosted by the Purdue Office of Undergraduate Research

To register for a virtual seminar, you must login with your email associated with a Zoom account. Purdue users can use this link.

Thur., June 4 at 4pm - Undergrad Research 101: Where to Start

Learn how to search and apply for undergraduate research opportunities at Purdue. This presentation will discuss the various types of research opportunities, how to find programs or potential mentors, and how to approach the application/email process. Register for this seminar. *This is repeated on Aug. 11.

Mon., June 8 at 4pm - Marketing Yourself for Undergraduate Research

Learn how to describe yourself on your resumé/CV, within emails, in your interviews, during networking events, and on your online profiles that could help you locate research positions. Leverage the hard work you have put into your courses, experiences, and/or projects for a research position at Purdue or beyond. Register for this seminar.

Wed., July 1 at 4pm - How to Write an Abstract and Apply to the Summer Symposium

In preparation for the Summer Symposium abstract submission deadline on July 9, this seminar will discuss how to write an abstract with common components, how to submit it, and what to expect as a presenter at the event. This seminar is open to those who want to learn how to write an abstract, but may not be applying to this event. Register for this seminar.

Mon., July 20 at 2pm - Presenting Your Research: Research Talks

Research talk presenters are invited to learn best practices in anticipation of the Summer Symposium. If you are unable to attend, you can watch a previously recorded YouTube presentation. Register for this seminar.

Mon., July 20 at 4pm - Presenting Your Research: Posters

Novice and expert poster designers are invited to learn best practices in anticipation of the Summer Symposium. If you are unable to attend, you can watch a previously recorded YouTube presentation. Register for this seminar.

Summer Undergraduate Research Symposium - July 30
Poster Symposium in PMU Ballrooms
Research Talks in Grissom Hall
July 27-31 - Virtual Presentations

The 2025 Summer Undergraduate Research Symposium is an opportunity for undergraduate researchers who are working with Purdue mentors or Purdue students working at another institution to showcase the scholarly work and creative endeavors they have been engaged in through presentations. The Summer Symposium will include posters, research talks, and virtual presentations. To present, submit your abstract by July 9 at 11:59pm EST.

Wed., Aug. 5 at 4pm - Marketing Your Undergraduate Research Experiences

Conducting research and/or presenting your work develops many skills that you should market. You must highlight those skills, experiences, and results to leverage the hard work you have put into your project when applying for additional research projects, internships, graduate programs, and/or jobs. You will learn how to describe your work on projects on your resumé/CV, in your interviews, and during networking events. Register for this seminar.

Tue., Aug. 11 at 4pm - Undergrad Research 101: Where to Start

Managing Your Research Data
On-Demand Seminar via YouTube

Presented by previous Purdue University Libraries and School of Information Studies staff member, Sandi Caldrone.

So you’ve finished your research project. Now, what do you do with your data? Learn how to wrap up a data project the right way, get author credit for your work, and communicate your data management skills on your resume or grad school application.

PDF of the slides can be found here and the video of the presentation can be found here.

Seminar Series