Students at St. Mary’s have an opportunity to participate in undergraduate research and impact the world of science. Undergraduates are conducting cutting-edge research and using critically emerging technology in bioengineering and biology.

St. Mary’s uses research as a teaching tool for students who contribute their knowledge and skills in diabetes and hip stem replacement research.

Funding for the Summer Undergraduate Fellowship Program was generously provided by the Albert and Margaret Alkek Foundation.

The University also sponsors the St. Mary's University annual Undergraduate Research Symposium and Creative Activities Exhibition, which fosters scholarly dialogue among students and faculty. Presenters at the exhibition display an assortment of projects including scientific investigations, analytical reviews or projects, innovations/inventions, honors theses, senior projects and original works of art, media, poetry or writing.