Undergraduate Student Research - Office of Research

Research for KSU Undergraduate Students

Start your academic research journey with Kennesaw State University for all undergraduate students! Find a project, connect with peers, and learn more about research through videos, workshops, and online resources. Secure essential funding, present or publish your work, and find dedicated research spaces to grow your research goals. Plan for graduation and beyond by earning cords, updating your Merit Page, and preparing for your future career or graduate school.

Stay connected and explore external opportunities, internships, and scholarships to enhance your academic and professional growth at KSU.

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Use of AI Disclaimer

If you choose to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to write your proposal, abstract, or presentation, it’s important to first seek approval from your Primary Investigator (PI). Even with approval, you must include a disclaimer in your submission that clearly indicates the role AI played in your work. Keep in mind that while AI can be a helpful resource, it’s not infallible – AI-generated content can contain inaccuracies or biased information. As the author, you are fully responsible for the accuracy, ethics, and quality of the content, even if AI-generated. Failure to acknowledge the use of AI tools not only misrepresents your work but also constitutes a breach of academic integrity.

Getting Started

Begin your undergraduate research journey here! Explore current research projects, connect with faculty and peers, and find your place at KSU through research. Students can start researching as freshmen through the First-Year Scholar Program, meet fellow researchers through the Undergraduate Research Club, and gain valuable guidance from their peer ambassador.

Research Assistance

Access practical resources to help you develop the skills needed to conduct, communicate, and share your research. From creating posters and oral presentations to understanding scholarly articles, these resources can help you strengthen your research output.

Doing Research

Turn your research interests into hands-on experience with funding, programs, research spaces, and other opportunities available to undergraduate students. Explore scholar programs, travel funding, internship opportunities, and national funding sources to support your work.

Publishing Research

Share your research and creative work through a variety of campus, regional, and national presentation and publication opportunities. Learn about KSU's Symposium of Student Scholars, the National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR), Georgia Undergraduate Research Conference (URC), and other avenues for gaining valuable scholarly experience and recognition.

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Graduation and Beyond

Build on your undergraduate research experience as you prepare for graduation, a career, or graduate school. Resources include career and graduate school planning, ways to stay connected with the Office of Undergraduate Research after graduation, and opportunities to support the next generation of undergraduate researchers.

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