The University of New Mexico

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Media Contact: Laurie Mellas, 277-5915

Nov. 1. 2006

Quest for Creativity Spurs UNM Research Symposium

University College at the University of New Mexico is hosting a symposium to spur research and creativity among undergraduates across disciplines.

“Research Quest: Creating a Forum to Grow in an Atmosphere of Diversity,” will feature academic oral and poster presentations and theatrical, poetic and musical performances on Monday, Nov. 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Student Union building.

Undergraduates enrolled in University College's Freshman Academic Choices and its new Research Service Learning Program will showcase their work. The deadline to submit project proposals is Monday, Nov. 6.

Sessions are free and open to the public. University College will award cash prizes to the best projects.

For more information, call symposium coordinator Marla Wyche-Hall, mwycheh1@unm.edu .

The University of New Mexico is the state's largest university, serving more than 32,000 students. UNM is home to the state's only schools of law, medicine, pharmacy and architecture and operates New Mexico's only academic health center. UNM is noted for comprehensive undergraduate programs and research that benefits the state and the nation.

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