Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program

How far can a Tommie go? Last year, St. Thomas student researchers traveled more than 72,000 miles, getting on the road to share their research results at conferences near and far. Your gifts to the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) literally help students go the extra mile.

Every year, UROP supports more than 100 students across majors and disciplines in the pursuit of original research, scholarly and creative activities, in partnership with St. Thomas faculty mentors. Thanks to our long-standing Conference Travel Grants, these students can get off campus to present their findings to their community of scholars, learn from professionals in their fields, and chart important goals as they develop from students into peers of the people they meet. Each traveler has gone above and beyond, committing to getting the most out of their academic experience, working alongside their professors, learning to apply advanced research methods skillfully and ethically, and producing results they are proud to share with fellow professionals. We’re proud to see them represent St. Thomas in so many places.

How far can your gift go?

$25 – Sponsors a traveler’s meal with a new conference contact.
$50 – Pays to print a traveler’s poster for presentation.
$100 – Chips in for a traveler’s airfare or conference registration.
$500 – Covers a domestic flight for a traveler.
Any amount you give will go to cover some or all of a Tommie’s travel and participation costs.

RALLY ‘ROUND these scholars – they’re making an impact!

Thank you for your generosity!