Penn State Altoona Chancellor Ron Darbeau listens to an explanation of research conducted by students Layna Henry, Minjoo Kim and Lauren Thompson.
ALTOONA, Pa. — Eighty-six students participated in Penn State Altoona's 23rd annual Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities Fair (URCAF) held Saturday, April 12.
The fair offers students a chance to share their research projects and other creative activities with the campus community, friends and family members through oral presentations, poster presentations and performances in categories including arts and humanities, health and life sciences, internships, business, nursing, engineering, information technology and performing arts.
"Undergraduate research has a long history on our campus, and this culture is reflected by the commitment of our faculty to engage students in the research endeavor," said Lara LaDage, undergraduate research coordinator. “It has been an honor and inspiration for me to witness the evolution of these scholars in their research and internships. Looking forward, we will continue to support them in their pursuit of knowledge, discovery and innovation, while providing opportunities to develop skills that will serve them well in their careers.”
The Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities Fair is funded by the Office of Research and Engagement. First-, second- and third-place winners receive a monetary award. Winners of each category are listed on the URCAF website.
