SURE Program

Campus Plant Tour and Service Learning Opportunity

This cohort-building module combines a tour of the UH Mānoa campus with a hands-on service opportunity for students to get acquainted with both the university and each other.

Kick-starting and Managing Research and Creative Work

UROP staff discuss ways students can start conducting research or creative work off on the right foot. This module covers topics such as reasons to do research or creative work, how to manage a project, how to work with a mentor, best practices for effective time management, and more.

Zotero: Collect, Organize, Annotate, Cite, and Share Research

Students are given hands-on training with Zotero, a free program that helps researchers efficiently organize and properly cite references. Attendees can expect to gain knowledge about managing and using references as one of the first steps in the responsible conduct of research. Participants are requested to bring their own computers and must have Zotero and the browser connector already installed before the event. In-person seating is limited but remote participation via Zoom will be made available.

Responsible Conduct of Research: Importance and Case Studies

Attendees will be introduced to responsible conduct of research (RCR) as a standard practice for researchers and creative workers. The first part of this module covers the conceptual and practical aspects of RCR and underscores its importance to properly conducting research and creative work in all disciplines. The second part reviews case studies to illustrate the consequences of misconduct in research and creative work.

Panel on Identifying and Exploring Graduate Schools

A two-part module in which UROP staff first discuss basic considerations when thinking about graduate school, including the benefits and tradeoffs of entering a grad program, different program types and possible career paths, finding an advisor, and more. The second part of the discussion includes a panel of guest speakers from different disciplines who each will provide their unique perspectives and experiences on topics like why they chose their respective schools and programs, what their experience was like applying for and after finishing graduate school, what makes for successful applications, and more.

Résumé and Cover Letter Writing

Real-world professionals discuss ways to build and organize the content of impactful résumés and cover letters. Students will learn how to describe responsibilities and accomplishments, both academic and professional, as well as receive advice about formatting and presentation. The discussion will cater to students at all stages in their professional journeys, whether first-time job seekers or experienced employees.

Best Practices for Oral and Poster Presentations

UROP and Honors Program staff members will introduce students to two different formats for professional presentations: oral and poster. The discussion will cover how to design and format slides and posters, best practices for speaking to the audience, and what to expect during a Q&A session. Students will learn how to effectively create their first professional presentation and how to refine existing presentations.