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Dr. Masterson,
Congratulations on being named to the Board of Trustees for the SACSCOC!
It's always a thrill to see our amazing CUR members bringing their expertise to help shape the higher education landscape. #CURinAction
Congratulations on being named to the Board of Trustees for the SACSCOC!
It's always a thrill to see our amazing CUR members bringing their expertise to help shape the higher education landscape. #CURinAction
Masterson Named to SACSCOC Board of Trustees
www.usm.edu
February 14, 2026 at 5:04 PM
Dr. Masterson,
Congratulations on being named to the Board of Trustees for the SACSCOC!
It's always a thrill to see our amazing CUR members bringing their expertise to help shape the higher education landscape. #CURinAction
Congratulations on being named to the Board of Trustees for the SACSCOC!
It's always a thrill to see our amazing CUR members bringing their expertise to help shape the higher education landscape. #CURinAction
The future is better through Undergraduate Research! Check out how CUR's newest strategic plan #Twenty30 will guide our organization through the coming years.
#BetterLivesBetterFutureThruUR #UndergraduateResearch #CURinAction
https://www.cur.org/about/strategic-plan/
#BetterLivesBetterFutureThruUR #UndergraduateResearch #CURinAction
https://www.cur.org/about/strategic-plan/
February 14, 2026 at 2:57 PM
The future is better through Undergraduate Research! Check out how CUR's newest strategic plan #Twenty30 will guide our organization through the coming years.
#BetterLivesBetterFutureThruUR #UndergraduateResearch #CURinAction
https://www.cur.org/about/strategic-plan/
#BetterLivesBetterFutureThruUR #UndergraduateResearch #CURinAction
https://www.cur.org/about/strategic-plan/
Have you checked out the new issue of #SPURjournal yet?
This issue explores a broad array of timely and thought-provoking topics centered on the responsible and ethical conduct of #UndergraduateResearch.
Explore at https://www.cur.org/journal-issue/fall-2025/
This issue explores a broad array of timely and thought-provoking topics centered on the responsible and ethical conduct of #UndergraduateResearch.
Explore at https://www.cur.org/journal-issue/fall-2025/
February 13, 2026 at 5:43 PM
Have you checked out the new issue of #SPURjournal yet?
This issue explores a broad array of timely and thought-provoking topics centered on the responsible and ethical conduct of #UndergraduateResearch.
Explore at https://www.cur.org/journal-issue/fall-2025/
This issue explores a broad array of timely and thought-provoking topics centered on the responsible and ethical conduct of #UndergraduateResearch.
Explore at https://www.cur.org/journal-issue/fall-2025/
🎓 CUR has teamed up with HigherEd+ to launch expanded microcredential offerings: empowering faculty, mentors & students with new pathways for skill recognition. Start exploring: https://www.cur.org/events-services/on-demand-learning-courses/ #HigherEd #Microcredentials
February 12, 2026 at 8:13 PM
🎓 CUR has teamed up with HigherEd+ to launch expanded microcredential offerings: empowering faculty, mentors & students with new pathways for skill recognition. Start exploring: https://www.cur.org/events-services/on-demand-learning-courses/ #HigherEd #Microcredentials
The CUR Fellows Award now recognizes a Class of CUR members. This award honors those who serve as mentors, advocates, and role models within the undergraduate research community and reflect the values of CUR's COEUR.
Apply by Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
https://www.cur.org/fellows
Apply by Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
https://www.cur.org/fellows
February 12, 2026 at 5:54 PM
The CUR Fellows Award now recognizes a Class of CUR members. This award honors those who serve as mentors, advocates, and role models within the undergraduate research community and reflect the values of CUR's COEUR.
Apply by Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
https://www.cur.org/fellows
Apply by Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
https://www.cur.org/fellows
Calling All Directors of #UndergraduateResearch Offices-
Join the URP division on February 19 for another great URP Exchange, this time to discuss leveraging UR as #CareerReadiness skills.
https://www.cur.org/event/urp-exchange-leveraging-undergraduate-research-as-career-readiness-skills/
Join the URP division on February 19 for another great URP Exchange, this time to discuss leveraging UR as #CareerReadiness skills.
https://www.cur.org/event/urp-exchange-leveraging-undergraduate-research-as-career-readiness-skills/
February 12, 2026 at 3:44 PM
Calling All Directors of #UndergraduateResearch Offices-
Join the URP division on February 19 for another great URP Exchange, this time to discuss leveraging UR as #CareerReadiness skills.
https://www.cur.org/event/urp-exchange-leveraging-undergraduate-research-as-career-readiness-skills/
Join the URP division on February 19 for another great URP Exchange, this time to discuss leveraging UR as #CareerReadiness skills.
https://www.cur.org/event/urp-exchange-leveraging-undergraduate-research-as-career-readiness-skills/
✨ It’s award season! ✨
👏 CUR has 20 open divisional awards celebrating #UndergraduateResearch excellence in students, faculty and mentors, and organizations. The deadline for the majority of these awards is February 13.
🔗https://www.cur.org/membership-community/honors-awards/faculty-mentor-awards/
👏 CUR has 20 open divisional awards celebrating #UndergraduateResearch excellence in students, faculty and mentors, and organizations. The deadline for the majority of these awards is February 13.
🔗https://www.cur.org/membership-community/honors-awards/faculty-mentor-awards/
February 11, 2026 at 7:22 PM
✨ It’s award season! ✨
👏 CUR has 20 open divisional awards celebrating #UndergraduateResearch excellence in students, faculty and mentors, and organizations. The deadline for the majority of these awards is February 13.
🔗https://www.cur.org/membership-community/honors-awards/faculty-mentor-awards/
👏 CUR has 20 open divisional awards celebrating #UndergraduateResearch excellence in students, faculty and mentors, and organizations. The deadline for the majority of these awards is February 13.
🔗https://www.cur.org/membership-community/honors-awards/faculty-mentor-awards/
Have you checked out CUR’s 2025 Impact Report yet?
Enjoy. Celebrate. Then, join us in looking forward to the impact we can have in 2026.
https://www.cur.org/about/cur-impact-report/
Enjoy. Celebrate. Then, join us in looking forward to the impact we can have in 2026.
https://www.cur.org/about/cur-impact-report/
February 11, 2026 at 5:34 PM
Have you checked out CUR’s 2025 Impact Report yet?
Enjoy. Celebrate. Then, join us in looking forward to the impact we can have in 2026.
https://www.cur.org/about/cur-impact-report/
Enjoy. Celebrate. Then, join us in looking forward to the impact we can have in 2026.
https://www.cur.org/about/cur-impact-report/
This CUR Conversation explores how entrepreneurially minded learning can support your undergraduate researchers. Learn about new resources designed to accelerate student research productivity.
https://www.cur.org/event/cur-conversation-incorporating-entrepreneurial-minded-learning-as-ur-mentors
https://www.cur.org/event/cur-conversation-incorporating-entrepreneurial-minded-learning-as-ur-mentors
February 11, 2026 at 3:39 PM
This CUR Conversation explores how entrepreneurially minded learning can support your undergraduate researchers. Learn about new resources designed to accelerate student research productivity.
https://www.cur.org/event/cur-conversation-incorporating-entrepreneurial-minded-learning-as-ur-mentors
https://www.cur.org/event/cur-conversation-incorporating-entrepreneurial-minded-learning-as-ur-mentors
Get ready for #NCUR2026 and #ConnectUR with some CUR apparel. 😎 Hoodies, t-shirts, quarter-zips, bags, and more!
#BecauseResearchNeverLookedSoGood
https://www.bonfire.com/store/cur-swag/
#BecauseResearchNeverLookedSoGood
https://www.bonfire.com/store/cur-swag/
February 10, 2026 at 8:27 PM
Get ready for #NCUR2026 and #ConnectUR with some CUR apparel. 😎 Hoodies, t-shirts, quarter-zips, bags, and more!
#BecauseResearchNeverLookedSoGood
https://www.bonfire.com/store/cur-swag/
#BecauseResearchNeverLookedSoGood
https://www.bonfire.com/store/cur-swag/
From Classrooms to Careers: Connect Directly with the Students Shaping Tomorrow
Exhibitor Registration Closes Friday, Feb. 20. Act Fast!
Future Fair packages start at $1000 for table tops and $1500 for booths.
https://ncur.secure-platform.com/2026/page/exhibitors-and-sponsors/become-an-exhibitor
Exhibitor Registration Closes Friday, Feb. 20. Act Fast!
Future Fair packages start at $1000 for table tops and $1500 for booths.
https://ncur.secure-platform.com/2026/page/exhibitors-and-sponsors/become-an-exhibitor
February 10, 2026 at 5:47 PM
From Classrooms to Careers: Connect Directly with the Students Shaping Tomorrow
Exhibitor Registration Closes Friday, Feb. 20. Act Fast!
Future Fair packages start at $1000 for table tops and $1500 for booths.
https://ncur.secure-platform.com/2026/page/exhibitors-and-sponsors/become-an-exhibitor
Exhibitor Registration Closes Friday, Feb. 20. Act Fast!
Future Fair packages start at $1000 for table tops and $1500 for booths.
https://ncur.secure-platform.com/2026/page/exhibitors-and-sponsors/become-an-exhibitor
#GrantDialogues 2026 has begun with over 80 participants from 50+ colleges and universities!
This two-day virtual professional development event is designed to help you confidently navigate today’s complex funding landscape.
https://www.cur.org/events-services/dialogues/
This two-day virtual professional development event is designed to help you confidently navigate today’s complex funding landscape.
https://www.cur.org/events-services/dialogues/
February 10, 2026 at 3:09 PM
#GrantDialogues 2026 has begun with over 80 participants from 50+ colleges and universities!
This two-day virtual professional development event is designed to help you confidently navigate today’s complex funding landscape.
https://www.cur.org/events-services/dialogues/
This two-day virtual professional development event is designed to help you confidently navigate today’s complex funding landscape.
https://www.cur.org/events-services/dialogues/
“NIH funding powers innovation — and trains the next generation of scientists. When funding stalls, progress does too.” — Dr. Parikh, TX
#AmericansForMedicalResearch
Read real stories of Americans impacted by NIH-funded research:
https://www.americansformedicalresearch.org/stories/dr-samir-m-parikh
#AmericansForMedicalResearch
Read real stories of Americans impacted by NIH-funded research:
https://www.americansformedicalresearch.org/stories/dr-samir-m-parikh
February 9, 2026 at 8:57 PM
“NIH funding powers innovation — and trains the next generation of scientists. When funding stalls, progress does too.” — Dr. Parikh, TX
#AmericansForMedicalResearch
Read real stories of Americans impacted by NIH-funded research:
https://www.americansformedicalresearch.org/stories/dr-samir-m-parikh
#AmericansForMedicalResearch
Read real stories of Americans impacted by NIH-funded research:
https://www.americansformedicalresearch.org/stories/dr-samir-m-parikh
Check out the latest CUR eNews to stay up-to-date with CUR resources, conferences, celebrations, and important deadlines.
#UndergraduateResearch #AIResourse #ImpactReport #ConnectUR #Awards #ProfessionalDevelopment #Webinars #CareerReadiness #OnDemand
https://www.cur.org/cur-enews-february-8-2026/
#UndergraduateResearch #AIResourse #ImpactReport #ConnectUR #Awards #ProfessionalDevelopment #Webinars #CareerReadiness #OnDemand
https://www.cur.org/cur-enews-february-8-2026/
February 9, 2026 at 6:12 PM
Check out the latest CUR eNews to stay up-to-date with CUR resources, conferences, celebrations, and important deadlines.
#UndergraduateResearch #AIResourse #ImpactReport #ConnectUR #Awards #ProfessionalDevelopment #Webinars #CareerReadiness #OnDemand
https://www.cur.org/cur-enews-february-8-2026/
#UndergraduateResearch #AIResourse #ImpactReport #ConnectUR #Awards #ProfessionalDevelopment #Webinars #CareerReadiness #OnDemand
https://www.cur.org/cur-enews-february-8-2026/
As AI continues to shape how knowledge is created, analyzed, and applied, CUR recognizes undergraduate research as a powerful framework for helping students engage with AI responsibly.
Download CUR's AI Position Statement at https://www.cur.org/resources-publications/position-statements/
Download CUR's AI Position Statement at https://www.cur.org/resources-publications/position-statements/
February 9, 2026 at 4:18 PM
As AI continues to shape how knowledge is created, analyzed, and applied, CUR recognizes undergraduate research as a powerful framework for helping students engage with AI responsibly.
Download CUR's AI Position Statement at https://www.cur.org/resources-publications/position-statements/
Download CUR's AI Position Statement at https://www.cur.org/resources-publications/position-statements/
CUR Members,
Find out what education-related topics Congress is debating and discussing by reading 'This Week in Washington' posted each Monday in the CUR Member Community.
#Advocacy #UndergraduateResearch
https://community.cur.org/home
Find out what education-related topics Congress is debating and discussing by reading 'This Week in Washington' posted each Monday in the CUR Member Community.
#Advocacy #UndergraduateResearch
https://community.cur.org/home
February 9, 2026 at 2:36 PM
CUR Members,
Find out what education-related topics Congress is debating and discussing by reading 'This Week in Washington' posted each Monday in the CUR Member Community.
#Advocacy #UndergraduateResearch
https://community.cur.org/home
Find out what education-related topics Congress is debating and discussing by reading 'This Week in Washington' posted each Monday in the CUR Member Community.
#Advocacy #UndergraduateResearch
https://community.cur.org/home
A variety of #UndergraduateResearch topics are being discussed in the CUR Community this week, including:
1. Seeking a Guest Virtual Speaker on CUREs
2. AI Workshop for Researchers
CUR Members, add your expertise to these topics or start a new discussion.
https://community.cur.org/home
1. Seeking a Guest Virtual Speaker on CUREs
2. AI Workshop for Researchers
CUR Members, add your expertise to these topics or start a new discussion.
https://community.cur.org/home
February 8, 2026 at 6:20 PM
A variety of #UndergraduateResearch topics are being discussed in the CUR Community this week, including:
1. Seeking a Guest Virtual Speaker on CUREs
2. AI Workshop for Researchers
CUR Members, add your expertise to these topics or start a new discussion.
https://community.cur.org/home
1. Seeking a Guest Virtual Speaker on CUREs
2. AI Workshop for Researchers
CUR Members, add your expertise to these topics or start a new discussion.
https://community.cur.org/home
At Grant Dialogues, participants will engage in conversations that bridge the entire grant lifecycle—from proposal development to post-award management and reporting—gaining practical guidance, community support, and strategies for collaboration.
https://www.cur.org/events-services/dialogues/
https://www.cur.org/events-services/dialogues/
February 8, 2026 at 4:08 PM
At Grant Dialogues, participants will engage in conversations that bridge the entire grant lifecycle—from proposal development to post-award management and reporting—gaining practical guidance, community support, and strategies for collaboration.
https://www.cur.org/events-services/dialogues/
https://www.cur.org/events-services/dialogues/
This CUR Conversation explores how entrepreneurially minded learning can support your undergraduate researchers. Learn about new resources designed to accelerate student research productivity.
https://www.cur.org/event/cur-conversation-incorporating-entrepreneurial-minded-learning-as-ur-mentors
https://www.cur.org/event/cur-conversation-incorporating-entrepreneurial-minded-learning-as-ur-mentors
February 7, 2026 at 8:33 PM
This CUR Conversation explores how entrepreneurially minded learning can support your undergraduate researchers. Learn about new resources designed to accelerate student research productivity.
https://www.cur.org/event/cur-conversation-incorporating-entrepreneurial-minded-learning-as-ur-mentors
https://www.cur.org/event/cur-conversation-incorporating-entrepreneurial-minded-learning-as-ur-mentors
Grant Dialogues 2026 is a two-day virtual professional development event designed to help you confidently navigate today’s complex funding landscape, featuring the expertise of both CUR and the National Grants Management Association (NGMA).
https://www.cur.org/events-services/dialogues/
https://www.cur.org/events-services/dialogues/
February 7, 2026 at 6:39 PM
Grant Dialogues 2026 is a two-day virtual professional development event designed to help you confidently navigate today’s complex funding landscape, featuring the expertise of both CUR and the National Grants Management Association (NGMA).
https://www.cur.org/events-services/dialogues/
https://www.cur.org/events-services/dialogues/
Shout out to this amazing team of CUR leaders presenting on the intersection of #UndergraduateResearch and #CareerReadiness at the Conference on Higher Education Pedagogy at Virginia Tech. #CURinAction
Learn more about this topic at https://www.cur.org/resources-publications/career-readiness-in-ur/
Learn more about this topic at https://www.cur.org/resources-publications/career-readiness-in-ur/
February 6, 2026 at 4:42 PM
Shout out to this amazing team of CUR leaders presenting on the intersection of #UndergraduateResearch and #CareerReadiness at the Conference on Higher Education Pedagogy at Virginia Tech. #CURinAction
Learn more about this topic at https://www.cur.org/resources-publications/career-readiness-in-ur/
Learn more about this topic at https://www.cur.org/resources-publications/career-readiness-in-ur/
Don't miss out on this two-day virtual professional development event where program participants will engage in conversations that bridge the entire grant lifecycle and gain practical guidance, community support, and strategies for collaboration.
https://www.cur.org/events-services/dialogues/
https://www.cur.org/events-services/dialogues/
February 6, 2026 at 2:39 PM
Don't miss out on this two-day virtual professional development event where program participants will engage in conversations that bridge the entire grant lifecycle and gain practical guidance, community support, and strategies for collaboration.
https://www.cur.org/events-services/dialogues/
https://www.cur.org/events-services/dialogues/
Applications Open for 2026 Research Fellowships
This fellowship program is designed for students with limited access to paid research opportunities. Don’t miss your chance to get into physics or astronomy research with the support you deserve.
https://www.teamuptogether.org/
This fellowship program is designed for students with limited access to paid research opportunities. Don’t miss your chance to get into physics or astronomy research with the support you deserve.
https://www.teamuptogether.org/
February 5, 2026 at 9:02 PM
Applications Open for 2026 Research Fellowships
This fellowship program is designed for students with limited access to paid research opportunities. Don’t miss your chance to get into physics or astronomy research with the support you deserve.
https://www.teamuptogether.org/
This fellowship program is designed for students with limited access to paid research opportunities. Don’t miss your chance to get into physics or astronomy research with the support you deserve.
https://www.teamuptogether.org/
🎓 CUR has teamed up with HigherEd+ to launch expanded microcredential offerings: empowering faculty, mentors & students with new pathways for skill recognition. Start exploring: https://www.cur.org/events-services/on-demand-learning-courses/ #HigherEd #Microcredentials
February 5, 2026 at 6:35 PM
🎓 CUR has teamed up with HigherEd+ to launch expanded microcredential offerings: empowering faculty, mentors & students with new pathways for skill recognition. Start exploring: https://www.cur.org/events-services/on-demand-learning-courses/ #HigherEd #Microcredentials
Funding Landscape: An Overview of Opportunities for Faculty and Undergraduate Research
That's just one of the panels that #GrantDialogues will feature.
Explore how Grant Dialogues can help you confidently navigate today's complex funding landscape.
https://www.cur.org/events-services/dialogues/
That's just one of the panels that #GrantDialogues will feature.
Explore how Grant Dialogues can help you confidently navigate today's complex funding landscape.
https://www.cur.org/events-services/dialogues/
February 5, 2026 at 4:05 PM
Funding Landscape: An Overview of Opportunities for Faculty and Undergraduate Research
That's just one of the panels that #GrantDialogues will feature.
Explore how Grant Dialogues can help you confidently navigate today's complex funding landscape.
https://www.cur.org/events-services/dialogues/
That's just one of the panels that #GrantDialogues will feature.
Explore how Grant Dialogues can help you confidently navigate today's complex funding landscape.
https://www.cur.org/events-services/dialogues/