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The ÎÞÂë±ä̬ Libraries' Undergraduate Research Award is bestowed upon a currently enrolled (or recently graduated) undergraduate student who has demonstrated effective research processes and successful use of library or Museums, Archives, and Rare Books (MARB) resources and services. This includes utilization of at least one of the following:

• Online chat reference
• In-person or virtual research consultations
• Library databases
• Physical books and/or eBooks
• GIL Express to borrow materials from other University System of Georgia libraries
• Interlibrary Loan (ILL)
• Archives, Rare Books, or Special Collections 

One winner receives a $500 prize, which is awarded by the Office of Undergraduate Research and disbursed through the Financial Aid department.

The winner is guaranteed publication in the KJUR upon completion of the revision process. All runner-up articles will also be reviewed and considered for publication in the KJUR.

The winner will receive their prize after they have revised and resubmitted their winning paper to the KJUR.

Applicants must be currently enrolled undergraduate students at ÎÞÂë±ä̬ or recent graduates (within the last semester).

Applicants must allow the KJUR to publish and share their research article and library research project.

Applicants must submit both a research article and a project demonstrating their use of library resources.

For the research article, submit a current research paper you have recently written on any topic or subject and for any class. There are no minimum or maximum length requirements. Most submissions are 5-15 pages, double spaced.

For the library research project, select one of the following project options which highlights the library’s role in supporting the creation of your research article:

Option One: Application Essay

• Describe how library resources and/or services (see options in About the Award section) were used in the research process and writing of the research article, and how they can improve undergraduate research. 
• Applicants must refer to their research article within the application essay.  
• Essays should follow a standard format including a title and structured paragraphs.  
• Length: 500-700 words 
• Acceptable formats: Word, RTF, or PDF  

Option Two: Library Marketing Video

• Videos must show how library resources and/or services (see options in About the Award section) were used in the research process and writing of the research article, and how they can improve undergraduate research.  
• Applicants must provide a link to their video or upload the video file. Videos must be formatted to YouTube or Instagram Reel. 
• Applicants must refer to their research article within the video.  
• Video must include a title slide/screen that includes the applicant’s name.  
• Video length: 30 seconds – 2 minutes  
• Contact Heather Hankins with any questions regarding video uploads.

The research article will be evaluated for clarity of writing, originality of ideas, use of library resources, and thoughtful analysis of the research topic.

The application essay or video will be evaluated for specific mention of library resources and services used, as well as the role of the library in your research process.

The submission portal is open now until December 6, 2024.

Finalists will be notified by January 15, 2025.

The deadline to complete your revisions is February 14, 2025.

Q: Who will judge the applications?

A: Applications will be evaluated by a panel of ÎÞÂë±ä̬ librarians.

 

Q: I recently graduated, but I conducted research and wrote a paper during my undergraduate education which I’d like to submit for publication. Am I eligible to apply for this award?

A: Yes, but only if you have graduated within the last semester.

 

Q: Can I submit more than one application per year?

A: No, you may only submit one award application per year. However, you may submit multiple articles to the KJUR separately from this award.

 

Q: Will the award money impact my financial aid?

A: Please contact the with questions regarding any impact monetary awards might have on your specific financial aid situation.

 

Q: What is the Digital Commons@ÎÞÂë±ä̬?

A: is a digital repository of the intellectual and creative output of the university community at ÎÞÂë±ä̬. This includes theses and dissertations, student work, faculty publications and books, journals, conference proceedings, and more.