Symposium on Undergraduate Research and Creative Expression (SOURCE)

To have your work considered for SOURCE, you will need

• An abstract: (in English or Spanish): Instructions for writing 250-word abstracts are available here. The rubric for evaluating the abstracts is found here.
• A faculty mentor to approve your application: Work with a faculty mentor for guidance and approval of your abstract and choice of poster or oral presentation. After that, complete the application form and add your faculty member's name and email address in the form.
• A plan for how you'd like to present your work: Choose a presentation style that suits your project, either a poster presentation (printed or digital) or oral presentation.

A submission link for the next SOURCE Abstract Submission form will be uploaded at a later date. You will (1) enter your abstract, (2) provide the name of your mentor, and (3) choose your presentation style preference. 

Note: Group projects should only be submitted once and by a single group member. Please indicate in your abstract that you are submitting on behalf of a group. 

Important Dates & Deadlines

• January 24, 2026– Abstract Submission Opens
• February 24, 2026 – Abstract Submission Closes
• March 24, 2026 – Notification of Acceptance
• April 24, 2026 – SOURCE: Symposium on Undergraduate Research & Creative Expression

Ready to Share Your Work at SOURCE?

Have you completed an undergraduate research or creative project you’re proud of? We invite you to showcase your work at SOURCE (Symposium on Undergraduate Research & Creative Expression)!

To submit your project for consideration, simply complete the form at the link below. You’ll be asked to provide:

• A brief abstract describing your project
• The name and approval of your faculty mentor
• Your preferred presentation format:
  – Oral presentation, or
  – Poster presentation (choose digital or printed)

Important Dates:
The abstract submission link will be active from January 24, 2026, through February 24, 2026.

Additional Resources for Research, Writing, and Editing

Looking for support as you prepare your SOURCE submission? These resources can help:

• Need help with writing and editing?
  Make an appointment with the Writing Center.
• Review the SOURCE Abstract Evaluation Rubric
  View Rubric
• Explore the Munday Library’s resources
  Visit the Munday Library website to learn how to search, save, and cite sources effectively.
• Abstract Writing Workshop
  TBA

• Poster Presentation Workshop

  TBA

• Oral Presentation Workshop
  TBA

Preparing Your Presentation

Here’s what you need to know to get ready for presenting at SOURCE:

• Work with Your Faculty Mentor
  Your faculty mentor can offer guidance on crafting your oral or poster presentation and help with the logistics (e.g., poster printing or slide feedback).
• Poster Presentations
  • Posters may be presented in either digital or printed format.
  • If printing your poster, it must be sized at 36x48 inches.
  • Presenters are responsible for printing and covering the cost of their posters.
  • Tip: Ask your faculty mentor if your department or school has funding available to help cover printing costs.
  • SOURCE will provide a foam board and tripod for printed posters.
• Oral Presentations
  • You’ll have 15 minutes to present and 5 minutes for Q&A (20 minutes total).
  • A visual aid is required—typically a slide deck made with PowerPoint or Google Slides.
• Event Details & Schedule
  All presentations will take place in person.
  The SOURCE Committee will follow up with additional instructions and your scheduled time slot as the event approaches.

Calling All Faculty: Encourage Your Students to Present at SOURCE

Do you have students who’ve completed outstanding academic or creative work? Encourage them to showcase their achievements by submitting a 250-word abstract to present at SOURCE (Symposium on Undergraduate Research & Creative Expression).

All that’s required of you is to serve as their sponsoring faculty mentor—simply have them include your name on their submission form. You’ll receive an email confirmation once they submit.

You may also choose to support your student by:

• Assisting with abstract writing
• Reviewing the SOURCE abstract evaluation rubric
• Helping them select a presentation format (oral or poster: digital or printed)
• Providing guidance on preparing the presentation.

Being a SOURCE mentor is a meaningful way to support your students, serve your discipline, and contribute to the university's culture of scholarly engagement.

We also encourage you to invite all your students to attend SOURCE—even if they aren’t presenting. It’s a valuable opportunity for students to witness research, scholarship, and creative work in action across disciplines.

🔹 All participating faculty mentors will receive a letter of appreciation from the SOURCE Committee.

Thank you for helping us build a strong culture of inquiry and expression at St. Edward’s University!