# https://uroubc.ca ## Pages - [Previous Events](https://uroubc.ca/1407-2/): Previous Events Whether you’re interested in research, professional development, or meeting fellow students, URO hosts events throughout the year for every stage of your journey. Here are some of our past events: - [What Are Research Coaches](https://uroubc.ca/what-are-research-coaches/): What is the Research Coaches Program? The research coaches program is designed for senior undergraduate students to mentor other students looking to get involved in research. They act as a point of contact to provide undergraduate students with their own experience and expertise for students looking to get involved in research!  What are Research Coaches? Research Coaches are senior undergraduate students or graduate students who mentor students in research through one-on-one appointments.  Want to get involved as a Research Coach? (Minimum 1 year of formal research experience needed) - [Connect With a Research Coach](https://uroubc.ca/research-coach/): Interested in becoming a Research Coach? Join today! (Minimum 1 year of formal research experience needed) - [Interdisciplinary Outreach Committee (IOC)](https://uroubc.ca/ioc/): The Interdisciplinary Outreach Committee (IOC) is part of the Undergraduate Research Opportunities (URO) at UBC. Our mission is to bridge diverse research areas across campus by fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. We aim to create opportunities for students to explore different fields, gain research skills, and connect with both academia and industry leaders working at the intersections of multiple disciplines. IOC Timeline Year Round Year Round September+ October September+ October November+ December November+ December January+ February January+ February March March FAQ Contact For any further questions, concerns, or inquiries, please contact rex.uro.ubc@gmail.com, and we would be happy to help you! - [Research Involvement Fair (RIF)](https://uroubc.ca/rif/): What is RIF? RIF is a research recruitment event that directly connects undergraduate students and research faculty through a speed-interview style. Through collecting undergraduate students’ applications, we pair them with interested faculty members for a one-on-one 15 minutes discussion. This event will allow PIs to meet a large number of interested students as well as allowing students to practice interview skills. This year, this event will take place on Zoom at late-February (exact date TBD) What is RIF? RIF is a research recruitment event that directly connects undergraduate students and research faculty through a speed-interview style. Through collecting undergraduate students’ applications, […] - [Life Science Research Night (LSRN)](https://uroubc.ca/lsrn/): What is Life Science Research Night? LSRN is URO’s annual largest event, held in collaboration with several UBC clubs dedicated to undergraduate students specializing in life sciences. It brings together researchers, academics, and industry professionals for a series of workshops and panels that highlight the various research opportunities at UBC, as well as professional skills associated with a life science career. Following the workshops, there are opportunities to network with our speakers, industry sponsors, and our collaborators, as well as exploring research projects presented by fellow undergraduates! This year, LSRN will be taking place in the UBC AMS Nest on Monday, […] - [Research Experience Program (REX)](https://uroubc.ca/rex/): Research Experience Program REX is an undergraduate research mentorship program, introducing students to the research process by pairing them with graduate or postdoctoral mentors. Through this mentorship, students receive guidance in developing a theoretical research project. Mentees are introduced to relevant literature, guided in developing their own research question, taught common research methods used in their mentor’s field, and are also taught how to arrive at a conclusion based on theoretical or anticipated experimental results. Mentees also have the opportunity to present their research at the Multidisciplinary Undergraduate Research Conference (MURC) in March and to publish in the Canadian Journal of […] - [Contact](https://uroubc.ca/contact-us/): Contact Have Questions? Reach out to UBC Undergraduate Research Opportunities for collaborations, sponsorships, or to learn more about our events and initiatives. Email us at uroubc@gmail.com, or connect with us using the social icons below: See something on this website that’s out of date? Let us know here: - [About](https://uroubc.ca/about/): About URO: The club was founded around 2010, growing out of a peer mentorship initiative to help students explore and engage in research. Since then, URO has become a cornerstone of the UBC undergraduate research community — connecting, supporting, and empowering hundreds of students every year to discover their passion for research across disciplines. URO is a student-led organization dedicated to providing multidisciplinary research and networking opportunities for undergraduate students who are taking their first steps into the world of research. Through networking events, research programs, and publishing opportunities, URO helps students explore their interests, deepen their understanding of research, and […] - [Calendar](https://uroubc.ca/calendar/): Test calendar for sugar calendar Test calendar for Sugar Calendar List View - [Home](https://uroubc.ca/): Our Programs Research Experience (REX) Hands-on research opportunities that pair students with mentors and provide real-world experience in various fields. Past Events Browse our archive of networking events, workshops, and social gatherings that brought together our research community. Canadian Journal of Undergraduate Research Student-run journal providing publishing opportunities for undergraduate research across all disciplines. Who we are. Join a community where ideas turn into research, projects become presentations, and students become scholars. 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