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<h1>Center for Undergraduate Research and Creative Engagement (CURCE)</h1>
    




    

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        <p>The Center for Undergraduate Research and Creative Engagement (CURCE), under the auspices of the Vice Provost and Dean for Undergraduate Education, strives to encourage and facilitate undergraduate student participation in research, scholarship, and creative activities. Whether it is through coursework, a supervised experience, or hands-on opportunities in the field, UAlbany students who pursue research, scholarship and creative activities can:</p>
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            <li>Enhance their academic skills, learning, and success</li>
            <li>Make intellectual or creative contributions to an academic discipline</li>
            <li>Learn about a specific field or career and develop competencies for future success</li>
            <li>Cultivate a network of academic and professional advisors, mentors, and peers</li>
            <li>Attend and present at institutional, regional, and national conferences</li>
            <li>Collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to be exposed to new ideas, cultures, and viewpoints</li>
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        <p>For more information about how to become involved, visit <a href="https://www.albany.edu/undergrad-research/">https://www.albany.edu/undergrad-research/</a>.</p>
        <p><strong>CURCE Flagship Events</strong></p>
        <p>CURCE hosts events, programs, and workshops in the Fall and Spring semesters.  Each year, students have the opportunity to learn and to develop new skills, and access information on topics and themes relevant to their individual development as a scholar.</p>
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            <li>Fall Fair - Held annually in October, CURCE invites all students to attend the largest on-campus gathering of academic departments, research centers, institutes, and laboratories.  Students have the opportunity to meet with faculty, professionals, and researchers actively recruiting to fill positions for the upcoming Spring and Summer.</li>
            <li>Center for Undergraduate Research and Creative Engagement Conference – Held annually on the fourth Friday in April, the CURCE Conference is a University-wide event.  Students from all academic majors, and class years may submit an application to present their research, scholarship, and/or creative activities.</li>
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        <p>Email CURCE at <a href="mailto:ugr@albany.edu">ugr@albany.edu</a> to learn more about opportunities, events, funding, and becoming involved in research, scholarship, and/or creative activities.</p>
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