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About UROC

UROC builds pathways for UC Merced undergraduates to develop as researchers 

 

Vision

UROC envisions a future in which UC Merced undergraduates engage in research and academic internships that prepare them to turn knowledge into action and ideas into impact.

Mission

UROC supports undergraduates in transforming curiosity into discovery through mentored research, creative inquiry, and academic internships across all disciplines.

UROC creates opportunities to develop research, communication, and professional skills, equipping students to apply their knowledge with integrity and confidence.

Partnerships with faculty, campus units, regional programs, and professional networks extend the impact of undergraduate research and academic experiences across the broader research community.

UROC Scholars: Expectations and Commitment

The UROC Scholar community supports motivated undergraduates who seek deep engagement in faculty-mentored research as a central part of their undergraduate experience.

UROC Scholars demonstrate strong academic commitment, take responsibility for their learning, and actively participate in research and professional development opportunities.

Scholars are expected to pursue academic excellence through consistent effort, intellectual curiosity, and engagement in enriching academic and professional experiences throughout their undergraduate careers.

 

Contact Information

 

Email us at: uroc@ucmerced.edu

Or stop by Student Services Building (SSB) 230 between 9am-4pm

 

Meet The Team

Diana Hernandez Garcia, MPA

UROC Coordinator
SSB 231
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Hannah Escobar, MS

UROC Coordinator
SSB 216
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Aliyah McGuire, MS

UROC Coordinator
SSB 231
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Horacio Aguilar, BS

UROC Outreach Advisor
SSB 216
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Valerie Anderson, MPA

UROC Associate Director
SSB 233
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Patricia Soto, PhD

UROC Director
SSB 223
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