Distinctions in Research recognize student achievement in discovery, investigation, and innovation.
Two academic research distinctions are available to undergraduate students of all majors as of Spring 2021. A student’s active engagement in the process of discovery, investigation, and innovation above and beyond the baccalaureate degree may earn the Distinction in Research or the Distinction of Excellence in Research. Distinctions will be noted on the student's official transcript. Students who apply by the deadline and meet the qualifications will be recognized in the graduation ceremony through the wearing of a lavender honor cord (Distinction) and medallion (Distinction of Excellence).
UPDATED! Students must meet all the following criteria:
a. UR courses (i.e., 2990, 3990, 4990; HONR 4500) or equivalent
b. paid or volunteer position as a research assistant
c. CURS Summer Scholar’s Program, STAR, REU, or equivalent program
2. Undergraduate Presentation of Scholarship. Present one (1) original work at a conference, symposium, senior show, or equivalent performance to a public audience. Presentations can be in the form of posters, oral presentations, creative showcase, or exhibition. Student may present in a group or as the sole presenter. Common options are the CURS Student Research Series, Phi Kappa Phi Research and Fine Arts Conference (PKP), Undergraduate Honors Society conferences, Summer Scholars Program, and other collegiate conference such as the Georgia Undergraduate Research Conference (GURC). Presentations for course assignments do not meet the criteria for this requirement.
Students must satisfy the requirements for the Distinction in Research plus fulfill the following criteria:
3. Professional Presentation of Scholarship (Public and Professional setting)
Competitive or Peer Reviewed Presentation or Publication.
Present original work at a professional conference or equivalent setting. Presentations
can be in the form of posters, oral presentations, creative showcase or performance,
or exhibition. Original work may include research, development of software artifact,
open source project, literary work, or other creative composition and must be disseminated
in a professional public forum. Student may present in a group or as the sole presenter.
Common options for peer reviewed/edited publications are the Arsenal Undergraduate Research Journal (full paper published),
discipline specific journal articles, book chapters, etc. See registration form for
options to choose from.
