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The UNF Student Research Symposium

Formerly known as SOARS, ARISE, and U-GLIDE, the Student Research Symposium is a triannual interdisciplinary conference at the ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ (UNF) in which undergraduate and graduate students showcase their research projects during the fall, spring, and summer semesters. Research at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ is defined as research, scholarship and creative activities. These projects can be presented in poster format or as an oral presentation. The Student Research Symposium is a welcoming environment where students can refine their presentation skills through interaction with peers and faculty as they explain their projects, which can be in various stages of development.

The Summer 2026 Student Research Symposium will be held on Friday, July 24, 2026 in the John A. Delaney Student Union (B58) Ballrooms. 

UNF Student Research Symposium programs are digitally archived in . 

Have a question? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions.

Important Dates 

Summer Abstract Submission Deadline: Sunday, July 12, 2026 at 11:59 P.M.
Deadline to Submit Your Poster for Printing: July 19, 2026 at 11:59 P.M.
The Fall 2026 Student Research Symposium: Friday, December 4

  • Abstracts

    Abstracts

    Abstracts/creative statements are limited to 250 words, and should include an introductory statement, the approach/methods, any results, and a discussion/ conclusion. Only submit plain text – do not include any pictures, graphs, or special characters with your abstract submission. We suggest you contact your faculty mentor or the Writing Center for help constructing your abstract.

     

     

    Abstract Resources 

  • Event Schedule

    Events Schedule

    The Spring 2026 Student Research Symposium will be held on Friday, April 24 in the John A. Delaney Student Union Ballrooms.

    Event Time Location
    Check-In 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. 3rd Floor Atrium
    Oral Session I 9:30 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. Rooms 3601, 3804, 3805, 3806
    Poster Session I 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Senator Joe Carlucci Ballroom
    Oral Session III 10:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Rooms 3601, 3804, 3805, 3806
    Poster Session II 11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Senator Joe Carlucci Ballroom
    Oral Session III 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Rooms 3804, 3805, 3806
    Lunch 12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. Senator Joe Carlucci Ballroom
    Poster Session III 1:00 p.m. – 1:45 a.m. Senator Joe Carlucci Ballroom
    Oral Session IV 1:15 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Rooms 3804, 3805, 3806
    Keynote Lecture & Awards 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Senator Joe Carlucci Ballroom

     

    Poster storage before and after your presentation session is available in Room 3602.

  • Lighting Talk
    Each presenter opting to do a lightning talk presentation will have 5-minutes to present one slide of their project.
  • Poster Printing

    Poster Printing 

    Poster Printing Guidelines  

    • Appropriate file formats include PDF and PowerPoint (.ppt, .pptx, or .pdf). Alternative file types will not be accepted. 
    • Your poster should be sized to 4' x 3' (48" wide by 36" high). Vertical posters and posters larger than 48" x 36" will not fit on the provided poster boards.
    • Ensure your poster is sized to the appropriate dimensions before submitting it to be printed. The O.U.R. will not resize your poster for you.  
    • A 4' x 3' poster costs $25  
    • If you are self-paying for your poster, you must submit payment through the . If your department/faculty mentor is covering the cost, have them email our@unf.edu to request an invoice. 
    • Select the 'Standard Poster Printing' storefront option on the payment portal, if self-paying.  
    • After you complete payment, submit your poster to the O.U.R. by completing the  (UNF email needed).
  • Oral Presentations

    Oral Presentations

    Each presenter opting to do an oral presentation will have a 15-minute timeslot to present their project. Presenters should plan for their presentation to be about 10-12 minutes long, with a few minutes remaining for audience Q&A.

  • Volunteering

    Volunteering

    The O.U.R. is in need of volunteers for the Spring 2026 Student Research Symposium! Volunteer responsibilities include set-up/break-down, registration desk, session moderators, technology assistance, floaters, etc. on Friday, April 24. 

    Email our@unf.edu if interested.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is a conference/symposium?
    Academic conferences are meetings where individuals come together to share the findings of their research or creative activities project(s). Conferences are often viewed as an opportunity for presenters and attendees to connect, exchange ideas, learn, and network with each other.
  • What is the UNF Spring 2026 Student Research Symposium?

    Formerly known as SOARS (the Showcase of Osprey Advancements in Research and Scholarship), the UNF Spring 2026 Student Research Symposium is an interdisciplinary conference at the ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ (UNF) in which undergraduate and graduate students showcase their research during Research Week, which is a week dedicated to celebrating research across all disciplines at UNF.

    The UNF Spring 2026 Student Research Symposium is a welcoming environment where students can refine their presentation skills through interaction with peers and faculty as they explain their projects, which can be in various stages of development. This event is open to the University community.

  • What happened to ARISE and U-GLIDE?
    ARISE and U-GLIDE have been consolidated and rebranded as the UNF Summer Student Research Symposium and the UNF Fall Student Research Symposium, respectively.
  • What should I wear?
    It is recommended that you wear business-casual or smart casual attire. We also recommend wearing comfortable shoes. Comfort and confidence are key to a successful presentation!
  • Is parking provided? Where can we park?
    Since the event will be held in the John A. Delaney Student Union, it is recommended that participants and guests park in the Arena Garage or other appropriate areas on campus.
  • Any tips for first-time presenters?
    It is highly recommended that you practice your presentation with your faculty mentor, graduate students, friends, and/or family. Since this is a multi-disciplinary event, you should be sure to describe your project in language that can be understood by all attendees. Poster presentations are short – typically less than 10 minutes. Be sure to tell why your work is important and the “take home message.”
  • What can I present at the UNF Spring 2026 Student Research Symposium?
    Presentation format types include poster presentations where your project’s findings are presented in poster format, paper presentations delivered via PowerPoint/oral presentation, or a combination of the two.
  • I have not collected all my data for my research project, can I still present a poster with my research plan and anticipated results?
    Students at every stage of their academic research are encouraged to submit to the Spring 2026 Student Research Symposium, if they have the support from their faculty research mentor.
  • Can a student present two posters?
    Yes, but they must submit separate abstract submissions for each project.
  • What should I include in my abstract submission?
    Abstracts/creative statements are limited to 250 words, and should include an introductory statement, the approach/methods, any results, and a discussion/ conclusion. Only submit plain text – do not include any pictures, graphs, or special characters with your abstract submission. We suggest you contact your faculty mentor or the Writing Center for help constructing your abstract.
  • What does it mean to be a co-author?
    A co-author is someone who worked on the project with you. Faculty mentors are often considered co-authors (especially in STEM fields). A co-author may or may not also be a co-presenter.
  • What does it mean to be a co-presenter?
    A co-presenter is someone who plans to present your project with you during your assigned session time. Keep in mind, faculty mentors/professors cannot serve as co-presenters at the Spring 2026 Student Research Symposium, as the event is designed for students.
  • What is a faculty mentor?
    Faculty mentors serve as subject matter experts within their fields who help guide students along in their research, scholarship, and creative activities (RSCA) experiences. All projects submitted to the Spring 2026 Student Research Symposium must have been conducted under the supervision of a faculty mentor.
  • What size should my poster be?
    Posters should be sized to 4’ x 3’ (48” wide by 36” high). Vertical posters and posters larger than 48" x 36" will not fit on the provided poster boards.
  • Poster templates
    If you need inspiration to create your poster, the O.U.R. offers poster templates. Visit the O.U.R. website to access the poster template gallery.
  • Where can I get my poster printed?
    The O.U.R. offers poster printing services to all UNF students. Visit the OUR poster webpage for more information on how to submit and pay for your poster. It is $25 for a 48x36 poster.
  • How will I hang my poster?
    The O.U.R. will provide materials for you to hang up your poster, such as binder clips, pins, and a poster board and easel.
  • How do I know where to hang up my poster for my session?
    Participants will be assigned a number in the event program that corresponds with their poster board number, where they will hang up their poster. Participants are responsible for finding their poster spot using the program as a guide, securing their poster(s) to the provided poster boards, and removing their poster(s) at the end of their session.