Each Mid-SURE category is assigned at least one evaluator who is familiar with the respective field. We try to assign no more than six presentations per section so that the evaluator has ample time to provide constructive feedback. A few sections may have several evaluators, so some students may receive feedback from multiple perspectives.

What to Expect During the Event

There is a great deal of activity happening throughout the event. An information desk is located on the first floor and is a good resource for answering questions during the in-person event.  Contact the Undergraduate Research Office with questions prior to the forum.

Evaluators will be sent instructions by email. Evaluators will provide feedback to the student presenters through an online survey.

When providing feedback, please remember our commitment to advancing a culture of respect at MSU, and that you uphold our values for advancing student learning and success.

Sign Up to Evaluate

We are looking for faculty, staff, post-doctoral fellows, academic specialists, and graduate students who are interested in evaluating Mid-SURE presentations. Evaluators are a crucial aspect of Mid-SURE as they are the main avenue in which students receive constructive feedback from professionals in their respective fields.  

How to sign up for a Mid-SURE evaluation spot: 

Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like by July 19th. Be sure to scroll through all the options, and select only 1 option per time slot.

Prefer to sign-up for opportunities without using SignUpGenius? Contact us at ugrsrch@msu.edu for assistance.

Sample Evaluation

You can see a sample evaluation sheet here


Volunteers

Volunteers play a vital role in helping us facilitate a successful Mid-SURE experience for our presenters and our visitors. We are also looking for anyone (faculty, staff, post-doctoral fellows, academic specialists, and graduate students) who are interested in helping with event operations such as set-up, presenter check-in, poster rotation, and clean-up.

You can sign up for a volunteer spot using the following link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050D4CA9AA2CA3F58-midsure2

Prefer to sign-up for opportunities without using SignUpGenius? Contact us at ugrsrch@msu.edu for assistance.

Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities

  • Presenter Check-In Table
  • Set-up and Clean-up
  • Poster Rotation

Michigan State University is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services and activities. Direct requests for accommodations to Heather Dover, Coordinator for Undergraduate Research (doverhea@msu.edu, 517-884-1558). Requests received after July 17, 2023 will be honored whenever possible.