Share Your Research

Undergraduate Research Symposia

Twice yearly the Office of Undergraduate Research sponsors the Undergraduate Research Symposium. It is a forum for students to present their research findings and creative outputs and a celebration of the diversity of inquiry that takes place at WashU. We encourage students in all academic departments, programs and schools to present their original research and creative projects. The event has included a keynote address, selected student talks, a poster session, and performances and demonstrations of projects. 

For students who are interested in getting started in research, the symposium is a great opportunity to learn about the process from your peers. Meet researchers in your area of interest to find out about resources and opportunities. Everyone is welcome to attend the symposia! 

Upcoming Symposia

The next OUR symposium will take place from 10AM - 5PM on Friday, April 11, 2025. 

Past Symposia

Explore student presentations from past symposia by checking out the links below.

Fall 2024 Undergraduate Research Symposium

Spring 2024 Undergraduate Research Symposium

Fall 2023 Undergraduate Research Symposium

Spring 2023 Undergraduate Research Symposium

Fall 2022 Undergraduate Research Symposium

Spring 2022 Celebration of Undergraduate Research

Resources

Need help pulling your research together? View our helpful resources to get started!

Writing Center & Speaking Studio

Get support for writing and public speaking

Symposium FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the OUR's undergraduate research symposia

Making a Poster

Helpful Tips on presenting your research

Writing an Abstract

Helpful Tips on writing an abstract for your project

Open Scholarship Repository

Washington University in St. Louis libraries providing free access to the scholarly output of the university

Other Conferences and Symposia

Many other presenting opportunities exist outside the walls of WashU. Here is a sample of some of the resources available to help you find and prepare for a conference presentation:

Periodically the OUR receives notices for undergraduate conferences, symposia, and other opportunities for students to present their work. We will post those notices here:

Washington University partners with other St. Louis area colleges and universities to support the St Louis Undergraduate Research Symposium (STLAURS). All WashU students with research to present are encouraged to participate.

Publishing Opportunities for Undergraduate Investigators