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What is URSA?
URSA is a student-run program that connects freshmen and sophomores with graduate students for semester-long research projects. Our goal is to provide a portal for students to take part in undergraduate research for the first time.
Please refer to the info session recording for a more detailed look at the URSA program.
Contact?
Questions, concerns, or suggestions? Reach out to us on the URSA Discord server or email us at URSA-group@office365.illinois.edu.
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