University Honors Research Peer-Mentors (RPMs) provide guidance and support to undergraduate students working on research including classroom projects UH Capstone, UROP, URSA, and more. Peer-Mentors are available through drop-in sessions at the Library Services Desk on the first floor of the Kathryn A. Martin Library.
If you can’t find a time that works for you, fill out this form and a UH Peer-Mentor will contact you via email to set up an appointment.
Meet our Research Peer-Mentors:
Bea: Hi! My name is Bea and I am a third-year Research Peer Mentor. I am here for research help, or if you just need to talk out an issue with someone.
Charlie: Hello! I'm Charlie. I'm a senior Communication major here at UMD. In 2025, I conducted research on music communities in Morocco through the Undergraduate Research Study Abroad (URSA) program. In particular, my project focused on jam sessions as a catalyst for musicians to connect with each other socially and artistically across cultural and language barriers. I am looking forward to hearing about your research projects as well as sharing my knowledge and experience!
Sofia: Hi! My name is Sofia and I'm a sophomore majoring in Math, Statistics, and French. I enjoy brainstorming research questions and I am here to help you find the resources you need.
Tae-Jin: Hi! My name is Tae-Jin and I am a junior mathematics major. I understand that starting a research project or finding the information may be daunting but I am here to help with any research problems you may be having or to talk about any research ideas you have. I can also help you if you want to talk to a professor and do not know how to go about it.
You might meet with a Peer-Mentor to:
- Figure out how to get started with your research
- Learn more about library research materials
- Find a faculty member to work with on an undergraduate research project
- Prepare a UROP or Capstone research proposal
- Get general information about the honors program
Not sure? Ask!