Annual Research Symposium 2026
All levels of research, 1 event. Undergrads & Grads welcome!
Join us for the UMBC Annual Research Symposium 2026, featuring poster presentations showcasing research from all colleges at UMBC. Whether you are presenting or attending, this is a great opportunity to share ideas, engage with research from across campus, and connect with fellow scholars.
Date: April 7, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: UC Ballroom
Who You Are:
A graduate or undergraduate student from any college at UMBC who wants to share their research with the university community.
What to Expect:
Poster Presentations from students across CAHSS, COEIT, and CNMS. Come and explore groundbreaking work from all corners of UMBC.
$2,500 Prize Pool across five categories:
- BEST of CAHSS (College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences)
- BEST of COEIT (College of Engineering and Information Technology)
- BEST of CNMS (College of Natural and Mathematical Sciences)
- Provost's Choice Award
- People's Choice Award
Buffet Lunch for All Attendees – Enjoy a catered lunch featuring a variety of cuisines to accommodate diverse dietary preferences.
Limited Free Poster Printing is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants are encouraged to bring posters they have already prepared for previous conferences or presentations.
Whether you are presenting your research or just want to explore the exciting projects happening across UMBC, we welcome you to participate in this celebration of academic excellence.
Register before March 31st for getting your poster printed for free!
Click the link here to register today, or scan the QR code in the flyer! Full URL below:
https://forms.gle/AYC5NiG917QULX8NA
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