Planning a senior thesis, capstone, or independent research project? Apply for the Undergraduate Research Initiative Award, which recognizes University of Rochester students who demonstrate curiosity, initiative, and thoughtful engagement in the early stages of independent research. Applicants have the opportunity to work with a librarian who can support their research process and provide a letter of recommendation.
Key Dates
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Letters of Support: Friday, October 16, 2026
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Application Deadline: Friday, November 20, 2026, by 7:00 p.m.
Be sure to give your faculty member and librarian enough time to prepare their letters of support.
What to Include in Your Application
- Project title and description
- Reflective essay
- Project timeline
- Annotated bibliography
- Two letters of support: one from a faculty member and one from a librarian
Learn more: Visit the Research Initiative Award websiteâ for application requirements, guidance, and more information about the award.
Questions? Please contact Daniel Castillo at Daniel.Castillo@library.rochester.edu.
Ready to apply? Scan the QR code on the flyer for more information and to access the application.
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