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Students
Undergraduate Opportunities
Are you passionate about research and looking for ways to gain hands-on experience while earning course credit? Our center offers exciting opportunities for undergraduate students to contribute to meaningful research projects through the CURO (Center for Undergraduate Research Opportunities) program.
CURO Course Information
Students from specific majors such as Biology (BIOL), Human Development & Family Science (HDFS), and Psychology (PSYC) can pursue 4000-level research courses with an “R” suffix to meet CURO requirements. Be sure to check both CURO and departmental deadlines, as these may vary. Depending on your major, you may need to register through your department or directly through the CURO website.
Major-Specific Guidelines:
Psychology (PSYC) Students
Psychology students can participate by registering for CURO courses with the HONS prefix, including HONS4960R, HONS4970R, and HONS4980R.
Biology (BIOL) Students
Biology students can take CURO using the BIOL prefix and enroll in courses like BIOL4960R, BIOL4970R, and BIOL4980R.
Human Development & Family Science (HDFS) Students
HDFS students can register using the HDFS prefix for courses such as HDFS4960R, HDFS4970R, and HDFS4980R.
What we offer
By collaborating with us through CURO, you can:
- Pursue a research project that aligns with your interests and earn course credit toward your degree
- Gain valuable experience presenting your work at conferences and potentially secure funding for your research
- Build a mentoring relationship with experienced faculty who will guide your research and professional growth
- Develop an in-depth understanding of your chosen field through direct, hands-on experience
Earn Course Credit
We work with students on a case-by-case basis to help them receive course credit for their involvement. If you’re interested in partnering with us, you can reach out to discuss how to tailor your research experience for academic credit.
For more information, visit the UGA CURO website or contact your department’s undergraduate coordinator or advisor to discuss eligibility and requirements.
Opportunities to work with us for credit in the Summer 2025 and Fall of 2025 are now filled. However, feel free to reach out if you have general questions or are interested in future opportunities.
Undergraduate Research Assistants
Undergraduates are important, valued members of the GCDS community. No prior research experience is necessary to join us! To help you get the most out of your research experience and training, we request students commit for multiple semesters, whenever possible. If you’re interested in joining our team, please fill out the brief interest form below.
This is not a formal application, as all Undergraduate Research Positions for Summer and Fall 2025 have been filled. Applications for Spring 2026 positions will open in Fall 2025. Those who fill out the interest form below will be contacted by a student coordinator when the application becomes available.
URA of the Month
Jackie Munoz is an undergraduate majoring in Biology and is a member of the Family Visit Team at GCDS. She has been instrumental in getting visits staffed & working with siblings during participant visits of the BRANCH study. Thank you, Jackie!
Students
Graduate Opportunities
Students interested in exploring neurocognitive and socioemotional mechanisms underlying the associations between early adversity and adolescent resilience will best fit the scope of ongoing and future studies in the lab. Dr. Oshri and Dr. Geier specifically encourage applications from individuals from underrepresented groups in science.
If you are an interested prospective student, please feel free to email Dr. Oshri (oshri@uga.edu) or Dr. Geier (Charles.Geier@uga.edu) to introduce yourself and share your research interests. It is also helpful to include a copy of your CV with your email. We look forward to hearing from you!
