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Planning your way to a Successful Conference Experience

Kelsey Eagen and Ashley Smith , University of North Florida Building 7 , Room 100

Attending a conference is a unique and rewarding experience ; however , conferences can often be confusing and stressful . They elicit a number of plaguing questions such as , what do I do at the reception ? With whom should I network and why ? How does one “ network ”? Which poster sessions should I attend ? This interactive workshop , designed for both experienced and inexperienced conference goers , aims to provide some answers to these questions and help prepare you to make the most of your future conference experiences . First , we will discuss ways to best prepare for a conference . Then we will discuss effective ways to navigate the conference environment from the initial reception to closing statements and everything inbetween . Finally , we will cover what to do after the conference to solidify any connections made at the conference and how to self-reflect on your experience .

Student Leaders Involvement in Advancing the Undergraduate Research Experience

Adrian Acuna Higaki , University of Florida Building 7 , Room 108B

Many Centers for Undergraduate Research ( CUR ) offices have a limited number of staff members . Therefore , involving undergraduate leaders in CUR office activities significantly extends the reach over the student body . The Center for Undergraduate Research Board of Students ( CURBS ) at University of Florida is an excellent example of undergraduate students collaborating with the CUR office . CURBS has more than 70 ambassadors which promote and enhance the undergraduate research experience at UF through peer advising , workshops , student outreach , and representation in our University ’ s Administrative Committees . This type of involvement has not only allowed ambassadors to grow as students and leaders , but has also been mentioned multiple times as a significant experience in interviews for graduate and professional schools , internships and post-graduate jobs . This session will outline the advantages of this involvement , the services provided by CURBS , and guide students into creating or improving their own research based student leadership groups .

Your Path to Graduate School & Career Success Starts Today

Betsy Crawford , Florida State University Building 7 , Room 108C

As an undergraduate student involved in research , you are already a strong candidate for competitive graduate school programs . Learn how earning a graduate degree can support career success and the steps to take now to boost your application . The workshop includes an overview of resources available to create an outstanding application and a preparation timeline that will keep you ahead of the game .

3:30 - 4:15 p . m . Workshop # 4 Building 7

A Proposal for the 2019 Florida Undergraduate Research Leadership Summit

Sophia Anagnostis , Stephanie Ciricillo , Adrian Acuna Higaki and Jamarcus Robertson , University of Florida Building 7 , Room 114

The Center for Undergraduate Research Board of Students ( CURBS ) at the University of Florida is proposing a summit for undergraduate student leaders to share best practices and discuss how to enhance the undergraduate research experience . CURBS ’ s proposal will provide an opportunity for student leaders throughout the state to engage in improving the undergraduate research experience . Many Florida institutions have student-led groups involved in the goals of their undergraduate research office . We are inviting all undergraduate student leaders to be involved in the planning committee of this summit . This session will serve as the first student exchange of ideas and as a way to become part of the Summit Planning Committee .

Navigating Research and Graduate School with a Learning DisABILITY : Technology Solutions , Self-Advocacy and Strategies for Success

Jaime Craighead , Beacon College Building 7 , Room 111

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