UC UPRISE: University of Cincinnati Undergraduates Pursuing Research in Science and Engineering
Building leaders for a boundless future
Do you have a passion for STEMM research, and are you considering a STEMM focused research or medical based career? If so, UPRISE was designed with you in mind.
UPRISE is your opportunity to explore STEMM through hands-on research, mentorship, and professional development designed equip you with the skills needed to thrive in your future career. Through UPRISE you will build the skills, confidence, and connections that will empower you to lead, innovate, and shape your future.
UPRISE is designed to inspire and equip University of Cincinnati undergraduate students who are passionate about exploring the world of STEMM. More than just a research opportunity, this program offers a full-time, hands-on experience where students work closely with faculty mentors on real-world projects that spark curiosity, creativity, and discovery. The UPRISE program integrates this research experience with a comprehensive professional development program. It not only equips students with foundational and advanced research skills but also with the mental resilience necessary to thrive in their future STEMM careers.
About UPRISE
The UPRISE program is a 12-week immersive summer research opportunity, during which students develop their research and analytical skills investigating a specific scientific question that is supervised by a faculty mentor. Students will also meet weekly for professionalization workshops on topics designed to help them succeed in STEMM fields, while also fostering the confidence, resilience, and adaptability students need to thrive as the next generation of STEMM innovators. Throughout the program, students will work side-by-side with University of Cincinnati faculty mentors on cutting-edge research projects while participating in structured workshops and community-building activities designed to enhance both professional and personal growth.
Through UPRISE, students will:
- Develop technical expertise and gain valuable laboratory research experience
- Strengthen professional skills in communication, teamwork, and leadership
- Build career readiness through networking opportunities and exposure to diverse career pathways in STEMM.
- Learn strategies to cultivate mental resilience, self-efficacy, and persistence in the face of challenges
Weekly Workshop Themes
- Research Readiness and Skills
- Communication and Collaboration
- Building Confidence and Overcoming Challenges
- Leadership and Career Development
At the conclusion of the program, students present their research to the university community, and they are encouraged to present their research at national and international conferences. By integrating research, mentorship, and professional development, UPRISE endeavors to provide every student with the people, tools, and experiences necessary not only to complete their degree, but also to prepare for meaningful careers and a boundless future post-graduation.
UPRISE students receive a $6,000 stipend, distributed over six biweekly payments during the program.
The University of Cincinnati does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, parental status (including status as a foster parent), sex, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, military status (past, present, or future), or gender identity and expression in its programs and activities.
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