Please see below for research and writing resources from URC-HASS and other UCLA departments!
WORKSHOPS
The Undergraduate Research Center offers a variety of workshops, from getting started on your research or creative project to writing abstracts and artist statements and applying for scholarships to fund your research or creative project.
CONFERENCE GUIDE
View our Conference Guide to find presentation opportunities in your field. UCLA students presenting at conferences can apply for a Travel Grant to cover registration and travel expenses.
SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES GUIDE
View our Summer Opportunities Guide to find research and creative programs.
GAP YEAR GUIDE
View our Gap Year Guide to find research and creative opportunities between your bachelor’s degree and graduate school.
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH PORTAL
The Undergraduate Research Portal is temporarily unavailable. We will announce a relaunch at a later date.
WI+RE (WRITING INSTRUCTION + RESEARCH EDUCATION)
Visit the WI+RE website to learn quick and practical research and writing strategies, collaboratively designed by students, teachers, and librarians at UCLA.
UCLA LIBRARY | RESEARCH CONSULTATIONS WITH SPECIALISTS
Get help with everything from defining a research topic to developing search strategies. Schedule a consultation at the UCLA Library to get started!
UCLA LIBRARY | SUBJECT LIBRARIANS
The UCLA Library has subject librarians assigned to individual departments. Schedule a consultation with them for help with your discipline or field of study.
UCLA LIBRARY | PEER-LEAD RESEARCH HELP DESK
A peer-to-peer help desk for supporting you at every stage of the research process. Schedule a virtual or in-person consultation, or stop by the Peer-Lead Help Desks at Powell and the Young Research Library!
UCLA LIBRARY | 24/7 ASK A LIBRARIAN CHAT SERVICE
There are many ways to get in touch with Library staff, including our 24/7 chat service. This service is a great resource for asking general research and citation questions!
UCLA LIBRARY | LIBRARY SPECIAL COLLECTIONS
Open to all, UCLA Library Special Collections (LSC) preserves, shares and promotes the Library’s unique primary sources
UCLA LIBRARY | DATA SCIENCE CENTER
The UCLA Library Data Science Center offers support in all stages of the data life cycle, including collecting, cleaning and organizing data, managing data, complying with funder requirements, data visualization, data analysis, and mapping and GIS.
UNDERGRADUATE WRITING CENTER
The Undergraduate Writing Center provides one-on-one writing consultations, ranging from writing course papers to senior theses and graduate school or job application materials.
CENTER FOR ORAL HISTORY RESEARCH
The UCLA Library Center for Oral History Research provides advice and instruction on oral history methodologies.
BE WELL BRUIN
Check out Be Well Bruin for a comprehensive resource directory that highlights UCLA’s various resource centers, programs, and departments that support student health and well being.