Undergraduate Research Conference participants

URC Information

The 24th annual undergraduate research conference 

MCLA will hold the 24th Undergraduate Research Conference (URC) on April 23, 2026.  

Part of the Undergraduate Research Program, the URC highlights MCLA's commitment to nurturing a dynamic culture of research: inquiry, exploration, and mentorship and we encourage you to explore the many ways MCLA students are making an impact in their disciplines and communities.

Presentation guidelines: Paper and creative writing presentations will be limited to 15-20 minutes, including Q&A. Time limits on performances will be set once we know how many submissions we receive. Posters will be available during the poster session. Visual artwork will remain on display throughout the conference. Special session presentations will be of variable length depending on the number of papers in that session.

Abstracts are due by Friday, March 14th! Submit your abstract.

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The keynote speaker for the 2026 URC will be MCLA alumnus Kaitlin Wright '17 Haverhill, MA City Clerk.

 

Check back for more information as we solidify our schedule! Student presenting her work

 

For questions, contact Whitney Gecker  Chair of Undergraduate Research or Clio Stearns Associate Chair of Undergraduate Research.