Research. Explore. Discover.
Student researchers are a valuable part of our college and Ohio State. If you're interested in gaining real-world research experience, let us help you get started.
As a student, you'll have plenty of opportunities to share your discoveries with others. After all, what good are your discoveries if you don't share them?
Consider participating in the following:
- The 31st Annual Denman Undergraduate Research Forum (March 10, 2026). Location: Pomerene Hall-Ideation Zone. The application window is open January ??-February ??, 2026. The Denman is limited to 200 students graduating in 2026 (Spring, Summer, Autumn). It will allow you to share your research with the University Community. Your work will be grouped with other OSU students who have conducted research on similar subject matter. Acceptance of your research abstract into this competitive submission event will add significant value to your resume and research experience. Register via this website: https://ugresearch.osu.edu/events-and-awards/denman-undergraduate-research-forum
- The Spring Undergraduate Research Festival (April 7, 2026) will be open to all OSU undergraduates.Location: Ohio Union Performance Hall. The Spring Festival is open to all undergraduate students at Ohio State who are participating in faculty-mentored research, and students can present on projects that are still on-going; final results are not necessary for participation. The application will open in ??, 2026. Register via this website: https://ugresearch.osu.edu/events-and-awards/spring-undergraduate-research-festival.
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The College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences Undergraduate Research Forum (April 9, 2026) is a college-wide event that allows you to share your real-world discoveries with others. Participating in this event helps you prepare for other forums. Location: Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center. Registration information will be announced later.
- Professional Societies and Conferences in your respective research field may have forums at national meetings.
Graduating With Research Distinction (Non-Honors Program)
Click for guidelines and plan for research distinction.
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Here's what you need to do:
- Decide what you want to research - what interests or intrigues you most? View a list of some student research topics.
- Select a research advisor
- Apply for funding
Explore our site to learn more and contact Pat Whittington if you have any questions or want to get involved in research on campus.
Contact:
Pat Whittington, Ph.D.
Assistant Dean for Student Development
(614) 247-6236 or whittington.6@osu.edu