Symposium

2009 Symposium

The sixteenth annual UCI Undergraduate Research Symposium, held on May 16, was an exciting and enjoyable showcase for undergraduate achievement in all disciplines. The Symposium’s theme, "Undergraduate Research: Enhancing the Human Experience," recognized the impact the research process has both on the participants and on all humanity.

More than 600 students presented their research findings through oral and poster presentations to faculty, staff, members of the UCI and general community, and their families and friends. In addition to the presentations, participants enjoyed live lunchtime dance performances by our undergraduates, the keynote address, and the presentation of the Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence in Undergraduate Research to faculty and student recipients from each school. The day reflected UCI’s commitment to faculty-mentored undergraduate research and creative projects.

We invite you to join us at next year's Symposium, which will be held on Saturday, May 15, 2010.

See list of all Recipients of the
Chancellor's Awards (1997-2009)

The reaction to the event was overwhelmingly positive and included such comments as:

"I was impressed by the overall quality and breadth of the student presentations. Not only did I enjoy seeing my student’s presentation and the other talks in the session, but I was also fascinated by the high quality research being conducted by undergraduates in other disciplines. I am very much looking forward to staying involved as a faculty mentor with UROP." — Faculty Mentor

"Overall, it was a great experience. I feel more prepared now for future research presentations and the real world. My audience was very supportive and I felt comfortable and ready to answer questions when they came. I am honored and proud to have been able to present my research to my mentors, family and friends." — Student Presenter

"I thought it was outstanding!! I was very impressed by the organization of the event, everything flowed smoothly. But, most of all, I was impressed by the quality of the students and their research. Nicely done!" — Parent