The Undergraduate Symposium celebrates the exceptional academic work of EMU's undergraduate students. The Symposium is hosted by the College of Arts & Sciences, and it showcases students' research and creative projects. Participation is open to all undergraduate students who have been nominated by a faculty mentor and recommended by the respective department/school.
Participation is open to all undergraduate students who have been nominated by a faculty mentor and recommended by the respective department/school.
In its decades-long history 9,000+ students have presented their research at the symposium under the mentorship of EMU faculty, launching their careers and learning valuable skills. These skills, experiences, and friendships have given them a great foundation upon which to build their futures.
The biggest skill that I've acquired is confidence. —Andrew Richardson
I've learned that I belong in this space. —Melanie Duvall
I've learned organization, time management and communications skills. —Olivia Robinson
I'm super lucky that I get to learn how to get over my stage fright. —Peter Landor
The Undergraduate Symposium celebrates the exceptional academic work of EMU's undergraduate students and is extensively photographed and filmed.
One of EMU's largest annual events, the Undergraduate Symposium was one of the first in the nation in 1981. Since the first symposium, the event has continued to grow and make news in undergraduate research and creativity.
Please join us as a sponsor of Eastern Michigan University's annual Undergraduate Symposium. Undergraduate Symposium initiatives include:
All donations are tax deductible and will be acknowledged in our event programs.
For more information, including specific inquiries about participation or supporting the event, please use the contact information provided below.