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ACC Meeting of the Minds Undergraduate Research Conference

The Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Meeting of the Minds conference is held each spring (usually March or April) and is hosted by one of the 15 ACC member schools. The conference celebrates undergraduate research and provides an opportunity for sharing ideas and collaboration. The ACC Meeting of the Minds highlights undergraduate excellence in research and creative scholarship across many fields, and as such students from all disciplines are welcome. Each institution is represented at the ACC Meeting of the Minds by 5-7 undergraduate student presenters.

  • The 2024 ACC Meeting of the Minds will take place at the University of Notre Dame (Notre Dame, IN) on April 5-7, 2024

North Carolina Conference on Latin American Studies (NC/CLAS)

The Consortium in Latin American and Caribbean Studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Duke University and the Latin American Studies Program at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte are pleased to announce the fifth annual North Carolina Conference on Latin American Studies (NC/CLAS). NC/CLAS 2023 will be an in-person event hosted by the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill on February 23-24, 2024.

The NC/CLAS program seeks to bring together scholars, specialists, and graduate students in North Carolina engaged in the diverse and multiple disciplinary domains dedicated to Latin American and Latino/a studies, past and present.

Deloitte Consulting Case Challenge

Put together a team to compete in your local university-based competitions for the chance to join your peers from across the country to compete in the Deloitte Consulting National Undergraduate Case Competition.

  • Freshmen and Sophomores
  • Prizes up to $1,000

Duke-UNC China Leadership Summit

The Duke-UNC China Leadership Summit (CLS) invites leading experts to speak on topics of importance to the U.S.-China relations and create a platform for students from across the United States and all over the world to exchange perspectives on these issues, connect with speakers, and network with one another.

CLS brings together the most promising undergraduates from around China and the U.S. each year who are interested in deepening their understanding of China and creating a more productive relationship between the U.S. and China. As a delegate, you will attend panels, roundtable discussions, seminars and keynote speeches led by professionals committed to the U.S.-China relationship in various fields including academia, business, government, and social activism.

George University Walsh Exchange Research Conference

The Walsh Exchange is Georgetown’s annual undergraduate research conference dedicated to promoting innovative research in international relations by top undergraduates across the world. The 11th Annual Walsh Exchange occurred both in-person at the Mortara Center and virtually on April 8-9, 2022 with its theme “Reimagining Diplomacy in the 21st Century.”

Global Development and Humanitarian Aid Training Program

Global crises are rising and getting worse, and there is a shortage of people to work in the field of humanitarian aid and disaster relief. La Roche University’s Global Development and Humanitarian Aid Training Program offers the chance to learn about working in these fields through an intense five-day workshop.

With local and global experts, real-world simulation experiences and interactive classes, participants will leave with a strong understanding of key concepts, trends and essential knowledge necessary to succeed in this field on both a domestic and international level.

  • Program cost of $350-600

Annual Minority Health Conference

The Minority Health Conference is the largest and longest running student-led health conference in the country. The conference aims to raise awareness around health disparities and mobilize students, academics, and community members to take action for change. Started in 1977 by the Minority Student Caucus, the conference is nationally recognized and respected, attracting more than 500 attendees each year and hundreds more who view it via webcast.

  • The 45th Minority Health Conference will be held February 23, 2024
  • Registration

Carolina Global Photography Competition

UNC-Chapel Hill students, faculty, staff and alumni are invited to submit photos that capture global experiences, connections and perspectives as part of the 2024 Carolina Global Photography Competition. Winning photos as well as photos receiving honorable mention will be displayed in the FedEx Global Education Center as part of our 2024 building exhibition.

  • Submission deadline in September