Meeting of the Minds Conference, held annually, is a two-day showcase of the results of undergraduate research projects. ACC students present their undergraduate research results to peers from other universities and undergraduate research administrators. Student papers are read. Student performances occur. Experiments are demonstrated. Networks are enhanced. ACC universities recruit new graduate students. The aura is that of a professional scholarly meeting. Special sessions are also held concerning best practices in undergraduate research programming and administration. The conference rotates among ACC campuses. Each university receives funds to support travel and lodging. Persons interested in attending one of these conferences should contact their university’s undergraduate research administrator.

2009 Meeting of the Minds Conference, April 2-4, 2009. NC State University

2008 Meeting of the Minds Conference, April 17-19, 2008. Florida State University.

Detailed information will be available in September, 2007.

2007 Meeting of the Minds Conference. April 12-14.
Hosted by University of Virginia, this highly successful conference featured four student researchers for each of the 12 ACC universities. Press Release of April 11, 2007..

2006 Meeting of the Minds Conference. April 23-25.
The “founding” Meeting of the Minds Conference, hosted by Clemson, involved over 100 participants from all 12 universities. This highly successful inaugural conference involved a diverse agenda, superb presentations, and a special reception for all students at President Barker’s home.

List of Undergraduate Research Contacts at each University


Save the Dates: April 18-19, 2008. Meeting of the Minds at Florida State University