University Student Research
Office of University Student Research
OUR promotes and supports student research, scholarship, and creative expression in all academic disciplines.
What We Do
The Office of University Student Research is committed to helping CWU students perform and present their research and creative expression with the greater community.
OUR Funding
OUR offers funding in the fall and winter for travel, research, and creative expression.
Symposium of University Research and Creative Expression
The annual SOURCE at CWU embodies our commitment to student engagement, collaboration, and innovation.
News, Resources, & Support
OUR works with a wide variety of departments on campus to support our students in their research and creative expression.
OUR 2025-26 Calendar
October 15 - 31, 11:59pm: OUR Fall Funding Applications open online
October 14: OUR Funding Informational Sessions (104 Dean Hall, 5pm)
November 18: Why to SOURCE (previously "SOURCE Kickstart") (SURC Ballroom, 4:30 – 6:30pm)
January 15 - 31, 11:59pm: OUR Winter Funding Applications open online
January 21: OUR Funding Informational Session (Dean Hall 102, 12pm/noon)
February 18: How to SOURCE (SURC Ballroom, Time TBD)
March 1 – April TBD, 11:59pm: SOURCE 2026 Project Registration open online. Required of ALL prospective SOURCE presenters.
May 20 and 21: SOURCE 2026 (SURC, All day)
May 26: SOURCE 2026 Awards Ceremony (SURC Ballroom, 5pm – 7:30pm)
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