Spring 2026 Undergraduate Research Symposium

The Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) hosts Undergraduate Research Symposia twice a year, showcasing the diverse range of research and creative inquiry conducted by WashU undergraduate students and mentored by WashU faculty. Visit the Spring 2026 Symposium webpage for more information. 

The symposia provide an opportunity for undergraduate students to share their work, engage in peer networking and cross-disciplinary conversations, and develop presentation skills. Any WashU student is welcome to present their project, including works in progress.

For students who are interested in getting started in research, the symposium is a great opportunity to learn about the process from your peers. All WashU community members are encouraged to attend! 

Key Dates

• Wednesday, February 4: Registration opens. Registration is required for all symposium participants; no students are automatically registered. Registration includes a tentative title and abstract.
• Wednesday, March 4: Registration closes
• Wednesday, March 11: Presenters notified of session assignment
• Wednesday, March 18: Deadline for presenters to confirm participation
• Wednesday April 8: Submission deadline - final title, abstract, and presentation file for online program due*
• Friday, April 17: Symposium from 10 am - 4:30 pm in Frick Forum (1st floor) and other locations in Bauer/Knight Halls

*All presenters must submit a presentation file (e.g., PDF of poster, slides, or exhibit) for the online program (see the Fall 2025 URS program). This file will be VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC as submitted, so it is critical for students to discuss their submissions with their faculty mentors. If there are IP concerns and data cannot be publicly disclosed, students should coordinate with the OUR to protect sensitive information.