Upcoming Events
Workshop Calendar 2026-2027
These live events are for you to get real-time feedback in addition to building community with other STEM Students.
We don't believe in gatekeeping information, so all our workshop content is available online via the following link:
LOCATION: TBD
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Fall 2026
Week 1 Ìý- Reading Scientific Literature - How to find high-quality literature and approach its content
Week 2 Ìý- Identity in STEM - Understanding and overcoming Imposter Syndrome
Week 3 Ìý- Applying for REU and Summer Research - Identifying programs for continued involvement in research
Week 4 Ìý- CV and Resume with Evan Ferg - Distinguishing what a CV and Resume are, and how to make an effective one
Week 5 - Scientific Writing - ÌýHow to effectively communicate your research with the broader science community
Week 6 -UROP - Brainstorming ideas for continued research at Â鶹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder in future semesters
Week 7 -UROP - Putting your research idea into a cohesive application for continued research at Â鶹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder in future semesters
Spring 2027
Week 1 Ìý- UROP - Putting your research idea into a cohesive application for continued research at Â鶹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder in future semesters
Week 2 Ìý- Scientific Communication - How to effectively construct a story about your researchÌý
Week 3 Ìý- Elevator Pitch - Understanding the importance of effectively communicating your work in short timeframes.Ìý
Week 4 Ìý- Elevator Pitch - Developing your own 1-minute pitch explaining the research you are conducting in Uplift.Ìý
Week 5 - Scientific Communication - ÌýHow to effectively present your data in plots
Week 6 -Scientific Communication - ÌýHow to effectively present your research in presentationsÌý
Week 7 -Grad Student Panel - Learn more about applying to grad school, conducting research, and opportunities post-grad school, from current and past PhD students
Week 8 -Med School Panel - Learn more about applying to Med school, experiences, and opportunities post-med school, from current and past MD students
Week 9 -Industry Panel - Learn more about opportunities and experiences in industry, from small to large companies from current employees
April 17th -Final Presentations - Present on all you have learned in your research during the Uplift Program.Ìý
April 24th -Final Presentations - Present on all you have learned in your research during the Uplift Program
If you are planning on attending these workshops, please RSVP
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Uplift 26-27' Application Cycle
Uplift Student and Lab applications will open September 5th at 8am and remain open until September 20th at 11:59pm.
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Questions should be directed to stem_routes@colorado.edu