SOURCE
Symposium of University Research and Creative Expression
OUR promotes and supports student research, scholarship, and creative expression in all academic disciplines.
All About SOURCE
We partner with several programs and departments to put together SOURCE, its related events, and to provide students with as many resources as possible so that everyone can gain from the SOURCE experience—even if you aren’t presenting!
About SOURCE
The Symposium of University Research & Creative Expression fosters student engagement, collaboration, & innovation.
Event Information
Learn more about what to expect at SOURCE and how you can help us make this year’s event great!
Presenting at SOURCE
Learn how to prepare to present your project at SOURCE.
Volunteering & Judging
Be involved with SOURCE by helping us run it!
Past Events & Mentors
Look back at past SOURCE events. Check out past SOURCE mentors and mentor resources!
SOURCE 2026 Calendar
October 15 – 31, 11:59pm: OUR Fall Funding Applications open online
November 18: Why to SOURCE (SURC Ballroom, 4:30 – 6:30pm)
January 15 - 31, 11:59pm: OUR Winter Funding Application open online
February 18: How to SOURCE (SURC Ballroom, Time TBD)
March - April 15: SOURCE Project Registration open online. Required of ALL prospective SOURCE presenters.
April 15, 11:59pm: SOURCE 2025 Registration Deadline
May 14–18: Oral Presentation Upload Required
May 20 & 21: SOURCE 2026 (SURC, All day)
May 26: SOURCE 2026 Awards Ceremony (SURC Ballroom, 5–7:30pm)
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