CURCA and Other Conference Opportunities

Friday December 5: Fall 2025 CURCA

Westfield State University's Celebration of Undergraduate Research and Creative Projects 

Featuring student research and creative projects including poster presentations, oral presentations, digital storytelling, Persona readings and lunch!  At the Dower Center, 1:00-4:00. Family and Friends are welcome!

Friday April 17, 2026: MassURC at UMass Amherst

Westfield State students are invited to participate in --The Massachusetts Undergraduate Research Conference held at UMass Amherst.  

Participation Dates:

  • Friday, November 21, 2025: MassURC Hub Registration opens
  • Friday, February 20, 2026: PRESENTERS - Abstract submission deadline
  • Friday, February 27, 2026: PRESENTERS - Group membership confirmation deadline
  • Friday, March 6, 2026: PRESENTERS - Final abstract revision deadline
  • Friday, March 13, 2026: FACULTY - Final abstract approval deadline
  • Friday, April 17, 2026: CONFERENCE DAY!

Our Previous Conferences

National Collegiate Research Conference (NCRC)

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The National Collegiate Research Conference (NCRC) is a platform for undergraduates from across the nation to share their interest in research. Student researchers have the ability to make meaningful and significant contributions in all fields of study, and students are now not only engaging in research earlier in their careers, but they are also participating in increasing numbers. In light of this positive growth, NCRC has identified the urgent need for a cohesive undergraduate research community.

  • The Nation's Largest Student-Run Research Conference 
  • Over 500 Students from 100+ Universities Around the World
  • World Leaders in Research