Undergraduate Programs
The Melbern G. Glasscock Center for Humanities Research offers a number of opportunities to undergraduate students interested in humanities research. Read more below.
For questions, contact Glasscock Center Associate Director Jessica Ray at jessicaray@tamu.edu.
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Undergraduate Glasscock Scholars
(UGS)
UGS provides high-impact undergraduate research experiences in the humanities through an intensive summer research seminar and fall semester research showcase. Participation in UGS sharpens students’ research and presentation skills, positioning them for competitive applications for graduate and professional school.
Scholars enroll in a two-week intensive seminar taught by their respective Faculty Directors and complete a series of writing workshops created especially for this program through the University Writing Center.
Applications for the 2026 cohort
are due March 31, 2026
Undergraduate Researchers in the Humanities
(URTH)
URTH introduces students to the variety of humanities research opportunities at Texas A&M University. Students will participate in a series of workshops and activities such as “How to Identify & Approach Mentors” and “Choosing Your Adventure—LAUNCH, Honors, & Other High-Impact Experiences.”
Applications for the Fall 2026 cohort
are due March 31, 2026
Undergraduate Humanities Research Symposium (UHRS)
The annual symposium provides a forum for undergraduate students to share their humanities research.
This year's symposium will take place on March 27, 2026
Applications to participate in the 2026 symposium
are due January 23, 2026