Student Research & Creative Activity Conference

2025 conference: Friday, April 25

call for proposals

The EIU 18th Annual Student Research and Creative Activity Conference is on April 25, 2025. We invite all undergraduate and graduate students of all majors to come and present your work.

Don't miss this opportunity for your research, scholarship, case studies, or creative work to be shared with the EIU community. In posters, presentations, panels, works of art, or performances, this is your time to share your passion and your expertise.

Being a conference presenter is a great opportunity for enhanced communication, getting in touch with your professors and fellow students, and adding a valuable experience to your resume. Be a part of this wonderful academic event and celebrate EIU student research!

Submissions for proposals must be received by March 27, 2025.

Proposal Submission Form

Preliminary conference Program:

11 a.m.: Welcome, Grand Ballroom, MLK Jr. Union
11 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.: Poster Session & Lunch, Grand Ballroom, MLK Jr. Union
12:30 - 2:30 p.m.: Oral Presentation Sessions, Third Floor Meeting Rooms TBA, MLK Jr. Union

2024 Conference Program

URSCA grants

To support the University’s mission of fostering opportunities for student-faculty scholarship, the Sandra and Jack Pine Honors College offers undergraduates the opportunity to apply for competitive funding to promote their research, scholarship, and creative activities.

URSCA Grant Information

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