Welcome friends, family, and visitors!
Please use this page to walkthrough the day-of events. View the schedule of events, register to attend, learn about each type of session offered, and find specific presenters. This day not only celebrates research, but the achievements of undergraduate researchers at the 91探花and our partner institutions. Go Huskies!
Attend & Register
Event Details
2026 91探花Undergraduate Research Symposium
Date/time: May 15, 2026, 11:00 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.
Locations: Mary Gates Hall, NanoES building, Allen Library Research Commons, Paul G. Allen Center for Computer Science & Engineering, Meany Hall Studio Theatre
Contact: Email us at undergradresearch@uw.edu
Register to Attend
Let us know you’re coming! Register for the 2026 91探花Undergraduate Research Symposium and tell us what brings you to the 91探花!
Event Schedule Click a session to view the interactive schedule and create your own agenda!
Legend: Mary Gates Hall (MGH), NanoES building (NAN), Paul G. Allen Center for Computer Science & Engineering (CSE), Meany Hall Studio Theatre (MNY), Allen Library Research Commons (ALB)
Date / Time
Session
Location(s)
May 15 鈥� 11:00 a.m.
Opening Welcome Address
MGH
MGH, NAN
May 15 鈥� 11:30 a.m.
MGH
May 15 鈥� 12:20 p.m.
MGH, NAN, CSE
May 15 鈥� 1:00 p.m.
MGH, CSE
May 15 鈥� 1:30 p.m.
MGH, NAN, CSE
May 15 鈥� 2:30 p.m.
ALB
MGH, CSE
May 15 鈥� 2:40 p.m.
Poster Session 4
MGH, NAN, CSE
May 15 鈥� 3:50 p.m.
MGH, NAN, CSE
May 15 鈥� 4:00 p.m.
MGH
Find a Presenter and Sessions
Explore the interactive schedule, find specific sessions, disciplines, mentors, and presenters!
What to Expect
The 91探花Undergraduate Research Symposium and all sessions will take place on Friday, May 15, 20256 between 11:00 a.m. and 5:15 p.m. There will not be recordings taken or live-streaming the day of. Being an all-day event, we encourage our attendees to visit our Symposium Wellness Room, accessible from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in MGH Suite 171, the Center for Experiential Learning & Diversity, for a quick recharge.
Poster Sessions
Presenters showcase their work in a 1 hour poster session, a gallery-like walkthrough where students stand next to a designed poster and share more about their research.
Oral Sessions
Presenters showcase their work in a 10 minute presentation in a classroom setting, followed by a 2 minute Q&A. Students may have a PowerPoint, video, or talk.
Performing Art Session
Presenters showcase their work in a 10 minute presentation with a performance-based component such as music, theatre, or dance.
Visual Arts and Design Session
Presenters showcase their work in a 2 hour gallery which may include paintings, drawings, media, sculpture, architectural models, digital arts, experimental media, and more.
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Request Accommodation
The 91探花Office of Undergraduate Research aims to make the Symposium as accessible as possible. The 91探花 is committed to providing access and accommodation in its services, programs, and activities. To make a request connected to a disability or health condition contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at UndergradResearch@uw.edu. The following will already be provided:
- There are elevators and ramps in the building for wheelchair accessibility.
- For those planning to attend the Performing Arts Session, .
- An ASL interpreter for the Welcome Address
- An accessible desk/seating area in each room
- To ensure that everyone can fully participate in the Undergraduate Research Symposium, we ask that you refrain from wearing scented products such as perfumes/colognes, hair products, cosmetics, and scented lotions while attending this event, and avoid using scented soaps, shampoos, and detergents prior to the event. These products can trigger serious health issues for those with fragrance allergies and/or chemical sensitivities. Thank you for your consideration for all members of our community.
Restrooms, Maps, Parking
Maps
Maps are accessible at the MGH, NAN, and CSE information Desks. and a
Transportation
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Restrooms and Family Spaces
- of gender neutral restrooms on campus compiled by the .
- of lactation stations on campus (there are no stations in Mary Gates Hall).
Food and Beverage
The 91探花 campus and its surrounding neighborhood, including the U District and U Village, offer great food and beverage options. On campus you have access to a variety of UW-provided food options and grab-and-go, including places like the , or Starbucks and other cafe’s located in the Henry Art Gallery, Suzallo Library, and the Hans Rosling Center for Population Health.
Each building containing presentations will generally have available a water fountain. In Mary Gates Hall you can also access food, beverage, and coffee-specific vending machines.
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Code of Conduct
Access the full Code of Conduct at .
COVID-19 Policy
Please refer to the provided by the 91探花Environmental Health and Safety.
The 91探花Undergraduate Research Symposium is brought to you by the 91探花 with the support of and the .