Student Awards
To celebrate excellence in undergraduate research and creative scholarship, the CURE Conference proudly recognizes outstanding student work across a range of disciplines and formats. Submissions will be evaluated by faculty judges, with awards presented in the following categories:
Best Paper Presentation in the Humanities
Best Paper Presentation in the Social Sciences
Best Poster (Qualitative Methods)
Best Poster (Quantitative Methods)
Prize for Exceptional Creative Work
Best Lightning Talk
These awards highlight the depth, rigor, and originality of student contributions, and reflect the conference’s commitment to fostering high-quality research, critical thinking, and innovation. Winners will be selected based on clarity of communication, strength of methodology, originality, and overall impact.