Consider the Humble Bumblebee
Which bee is better at pollinating blueberries? The Sustainable Farms team discovered the answer—and so much more.
By the Numbers
Nearly 800 students took research or thesis credits in the College of Arts and Sciences last year.
For Undergraduates Only
The OUR Journal gives students a chance to publish research papers, and exercise skills far beyond the paper itself.
Life Lessons: Preparing for Uncertainty
Why should undergraduates consider a research experience? Because it prepares them to go out into the real world as effective problem-solvers.
Dean's Page
There's no better way to teach students to question critically, think logically, communicate clearly, act creatively and live ethically.
Natural Sciences
Scientists welcome undergraduates into their world.
Social Sciences
From the City of Springfield to the Arctic Circle, student projects span the globe.
Humanities
Research in the humanities ranges from linguistics to the literary.
Guest Editorial
A recent graduate tackles the biggest question in research.
Online Extras
Bee Conservative
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Read the pollination study and habitat recommendations from the Sustainable Farms team.
Latino Roots
Watch student documentaries that trace the path of migration from Latin America to Oregon.
Funding for Student Research
Students can apply for fellowships and scholarships (including a full-tuition waiver) to support their work.
Economic Impact
From federal forest payments to the benefits of reading readiness, econ honors projects get real.
Summer Program Leads to Big Award
SPUR student receives prestigious Howard Hughes Medical Institute Award.