SOURCE returns to campus Wednesday and Thursday

  • May 18, 2026
  • Marketing and Communications
A CWU student presents a poster at a past SOURCE conference

The annual Symposium of University Research and Creative Expression (SOURCE) is returning to the SURC this week, celebrating the scholarly pursuits, scientific inquiry, and artistic expression of Central Washington University students and partnership students across all academic disciplines.

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Organized by the Office of University Research (OUR), this premier two-day event is scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday, May 20-21, from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Now in its 31st year, SOURCE provides a professional platform and experience for undergraduate and graduate students to present their innovative projects through posters, oral presentations, exhibitions, and live performances.

“The symposium is a testament of CWU’s commitment to hands-on learning, student success, and the transformative power of dedicated faculty mentorship,” OUR Director Yerin Kim said.

Members of the CWU and Ellensburg communities are invited to attend this one-of-a-kind event, which serves as a showcase of emerging talent and groundbreaking research. A calendar of events and locations is available in this Flipping Book.

Attendees will have the unique opportunity to engage directly with student researchers and artists. Industry professionals, community leaders, and academic peers are invited to participate as volunteer judges, offering invaluable feedback and networking opportunities vital to student professional development.

Please join us in celebrating the academic excellence and outstanding accomplishments of our outstanding students. If you have questions about SOURCE, email source@cwu.edu.

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