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Research Events
Towson University’s Office of Undergraduate Research & Creative Inquiry sponsors four university-wide venues each year for students to learn more about undergraduate research and to showcase the results of their research and creative inquiry projects.
Summer Research Conference
The Summer Research Conference is held on the fourth Friday in September each year and features oral and poster presentations by students who completed a summer research project under the guidance of faculty at Towson University or at another institution.
December Research Conference
The December Research Conference is held on the last Thursday of classes during the
fall semester each year. Undergraduate and graduate students who have engaged in course-based
research (including CUREs) in the fall semester as well as independent research are
welcome to showcase their research and ideas in a public forum. Details:
Thursday, December 3, 2026 (12:00pm-4:00pm) in the Science Complex
Register here (including abstract) by November 18, 2026.
Student Research & Creative Inquiry Forum
Every April, the university hosts the Student Research & Creative Inquiry Forum, a celebration and showcase of research, scholarship, creativity, and excellence. This is the premiere student event of the year held in the University Union and includes poster and oral presentations as well as showcases for artistic creative inquiry projects.
May Poster Presentations
The May Poster Presentations are held on the last Friday of classes during the spring semester each year. Undergraduate and graduate students who have engaged in course-based research (including CUREs) in the spring semester as well as independent research are welcome.
Additional Presentation Opportunities
Celebration of Scholarship and Learning
Twice a year, the Celebration of Scholarship and Learning (CSL) represents an opportunity for the entire Towson University community to interact with Honors College students who have recently completed or are in the process of completing experiential learning for Honors credit, such as conducting research, studying abroad, undertaking a service-learning course, or completing an internship.
Conference on Undergraduate Research
Once a year, the National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR) provides opportunities for students with research projects to present their projects at national gatherings.
Undergraduate Research Club
The TU Undergraduate Research Club (URC) meets every other Tuesday at 7 p.m. in 10 West Burke Avenue, room 165. URC is dedicated to helping undergraduate students achieve research excellence. Every semester we hold practice sessions for students preparing to give poster or oral presentations at local, regional, or national conferences. This club is open to all majors and all undergraduate students, from freshman to seniors. We can connect club members to mentors who help students create research projects, present at national conferences, and get published.