The Undergraduate Research Symposium, along with its sponsoring departments, recognizes students outstanding presentations in a variety of categories. By participating, you may be eligible for an award based upon your research project topic, and specific award criteria. The primary form submitter may self-nominate for up to two awards based on the research project category(ies). The participation registration deadline is April 1, 2026.
- The UO Libraries will further honor the recipients of the Biology Poster Award, the CAS Dean’s Poster Award in Natural Sciences, the Human Physiology Poster Award, by installing their posters in the Allan Price Science Commons & Research Library after the Symposium.
- University Housing will also showcase award-winning posters in permanent "Undergraduate Research and Creative Work" exhibit locations across all Residence Halls.
Prior award recipients can be found on each individual award page linked below.
General Eligibility Criteria
Basic eligibility criteria is listed below, but there may be additional specific criteria listed on each Award's page so please review thoroughly.
- Open to a current UO undergraduate, full-time enrolled student who is matriculating through a degree-granting program
- The award candidates must register their participation and present at the current Undergraduate Research Symposium
- Individuals who withdraw from presenting will no longer be eligible
- Award committees will review presentations on the day of the Symposium
Available Awards
