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Students display their work on the Research Symposium

University Research Symposium

The Research Symposium is held each spring and offers an exciting opportunity for enrolled Illinois State graduate and undergraduate students to present what they have learned through their scholarship, research, and creative expression in an academic setting.

All students enrolled at the University and engaged in scholarship, research, and creative activity under the direction of a faculty mentor are eligible to register.

  • Why Participate

    • Participation in the symposium is an attractive addition to any resume or graduate school application.
    • Taking part allows students to gain valuable experience presenting to a diverse audience.
    • Participants are able to network and gain an appreciation of the work of their colleagues.
    • All participants are eligible to apply for assistance funds.

  • How to Participate

    • Find a faculty member willing to serve as your mentor.
    • Sign up during registration period (December 1, 2025 — February 13, 2026).
    • Prepare your presentation with your faculty mentor's guidance.

Information and Resources

 

Contact us

symposium@IllinoisState.edu

2026 University Research Symposium

April 10, 2026
Brown Ballroom, Bone Student Center
Two Sessions - 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
E-poster option viewing of projects in the Circus Room - 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Research Centers information tables and Advancing Research and Creative Scholarship (ARCS) informational posters in Circus Room - 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Image of Research Competition Winners' posters on display in Circus Room - 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

The event is free and open to the public.

Past University Research Symposia

Information on past symposiums is available on the Milner Library website at Illinois State University Research | ISU ReD: Research and eData.