Want to explore exciting ideas, solve real-world problems, create something new, or gain hands-on experience beyond the classroom?
Join ODU's Vertically Integrated Program for Undergraduate Research (VIPUR) and become part of a faculty-mentored team working on research and creative projects that matter!
No matter your major or experience level, there's a place for you in VIPUR!
- 🌟 Freshmen & Sophomores: Start your journey by enrolling in UNIV 197 – Introduction to Undergraduate Research. No prior research experience is needed! Discover how research and creative inquiry work, develop valuable skills, and prepare to join a VIPUR team.
- 🔬 Juniors & Seniors: Ready to get involved? Join an existing VIPUR team, collaborate with faculty and fellow students, contribute to meaningful projects, and develop skills that will distinguish you after graduation.
Why join VIPUR?
- Explore your interests and turn curiosity into discovery.
- Gain hands-on experience and build your résumé.
- Work alongside faculty mentors and students from different academic levels.
- Develop teamwork, creativity, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Make meaningful contributions to research and creative projects.
Your major doesn't limit your curiosity. Your experience doesn't limit your potential.
Ready to get started?
Freshmen & Sophomores: Register for the 0-credit UNIV 197 Introduction to Undergraduate Research course!
Juniors & Seniors: Contact Dr. Orlando Ayala @ UResearch@odu.edu!
VIPUR – Explore. Discover. Create. Make an Impact.
Sponsored by ODU's Office of Undergraduate Research