Engagement Opportunities in UC

Get Involved with Undergraduate Research

Faculty, post-doc, and grad student volunteers needed

If a faculty member, post-doc, or graduate student would like to become involved with the Office of Undergraduate Research and volunteer to help in various capacities such as mentoring, undergraduate research grant reviewers, poster judging, NSCEF, or other events, we ask that you complete this simple form.

Teach an Honors Course or Host a Scholars Event

Faculty engagement opportunities include teaching Honors Seminar courses, engagement in the Honors and Scholars Village, student capstone mentoring, and development of experiential academic programming.

Mentor a GPC Student

GPC Mentor – The role of a GPC mentor is to help students prepare a synthesizing final project which answers questions about their experience in pursuing the Global Perspectives Certificate.

Teach a First Year Inquiry Course

Faculty members can express interest in becoming an FYI instructor through the Faculty Interest Form. More information is available on the FYI website.

Help Students Get Ready for Fellowship Interviews

Faculty and staff can:

1. refer student and alumni candidates to meet with FAO staff,
2. gain information about writing strong letters of recommendation for these specific funding opportunities,
3. learn about serving on campus selection and practice interview committees,
4. get information about these specific award opportunities.