The Student Research Symposium, part of PSU Research Week, is an opportunity for current PSU graduate and undergraduate students across all disciplines to showcase their research. Students gain experience and confidence presenting and defending ideas to an audience, and get valuable feedback to further their investigations. This year’s in-person Symposium will take place Wednesday, May 8, 2024 in Smith Memorial Student Union.
Files of student posters and oral presentations are also hosted by PDXScholar, the institutional repository for Portland State University, a permanent and open archive of research, scholarship, and creative works.
The proposal submission deadline has been extended to April 15, 2024 at 10:00 am. Login or create an account to submit your proposal: Submit Presentation/Poster
Poster Competition and Raffle Prizes
Enter the Student Research Symposium poster competition for a chance to win cash. Advanced projects with data collection and findings are more likely to win. There will be several poster awards and an oral presentation raffle for both undergraduate and graduate students. Winners will each receive $100!
Help and Coaching Available!
The PSU Center for Internship, Mentoring, and Research (CIMR) is hosting a series of workshops to help you prepare for the PSU Student Research Symposium.
- April 12, 2024 - Scientific Poster Help Session
This workshop is designed to enhance your skills in creating a scientific poster! In this workshop, you'll learn everything you need to know about crafting posters for conferences and symposiums. Whether you're a beginner or looking to polish your skills, this workshop will provide valuable insights and hands-on experience. RSVP to join! - April 19, 2024 - Scientific Oral Presentation Help Session
This workshop is designed to enhance your skills in creating an oral presentation! In this workshop, you'll learn everything you need to know about crafting oral presentations for conferences and symposiums. Whether you're a beginner or looking to polish your skills, this workshop will provide valuable insights and hands-on experience. RSVP to join! - May 6, 2024 - Presentation Coaching Session
Right before the symposium, you can attend to practice your poster or oral presentation. You can also get coaching tips if you would like. RSVP to join!