Celebration of Student Research and Creative Endeavors

The Celebration of Student Research and Creative Endeavors is an annual event that highlights the diverse, high-impact work produced by App State students. From scientific discoveries and community-engaged scholarship to artistic performances and innovative design, this event reflects the breadth of inquiry and creativity that defines the Mountaineer experience.

Participants present their work through posters, oral presentations, exhibits, performances, readings, and demonstrations. Faculty mentors, peers, staff, and community members are invited to attend and engage with students as they share their accomplishments.

29th Annual Celebration of Student Research and Creative Endeavors

Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Plemmons Student Union, 420 Parkway Ballroom

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Doors open at 8:30 a.m. All presentations occur on the 4th Floor Plemmons Student Union. There is a short break from noon-12:30 p.m. Events are completed by 4 p.m.

Guest speaker and awards

The guest speaker will present at 12:30 p.m. and poster competition awards are announced immediately after.

Poster Sessions

Morning Sessions

Morning Session 1 - 9:00 a.m. -10:30 a.m.
- This session also includes the poster competition where undergraduate and graduate students were selected to participate based on reviews of their abstracts. They will present their poster to a panel of judges and the top 3 in each category will be selected.
Morning Session 2 - 10:40 a.m. -noon

Afternoon Sessions

Afternoon Session 1 - 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Afternoon Session 2 - 2:40 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Numbers are assigned to posters - presenters, please look for your poster number upon arrival. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your presentation to place your poster on the assigned board.

Oral Sessions

Morning Sessions

Oral Session 1 - 9:15 a.m. - 10:30 a.m., Room 417
Oral Session 2 - 9:15 a.m. - 10:30 a.m., Room 415
Oral Session 3 - 10:45 a.m.-noon , Room 417
Oral Session 4 - 10:45 a.m.-noon, Room 415

Afternoon Sessions

Oral Session 1 - 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m., Room 417
Oral Session 2 - 1:30 p.m. -2:30 p.m., Room 415
Oral Session 3 - 2:45 p.m.- 4 p.m., Room 417
Oral Session 4 - 2:45 p.m.-4 p.m., Room 415

Oral presentations are 15 minutes in length, allowing for at least 5 minutes for questions. Presenters, please arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled session in order to upload your presentation. Please stay for the entire session. Oral presentations will occur in either room 415 or 417, Plemmons Student Union.

Program Archive

Exhibiting Your Work

For platform talks or performances

You will have 15 minutes for talks and 5 minutes for questions. Oral talks and performances/demonstrations will be presented using PowerPoint presentations or video formats compatible with the technology cart/computer podim in the assigned room. If you have questions, please email us at osr@appstate.edu.

For poster presentations

Boards (4 ft x 4 ft), easels and pushpins will be provided for your use. If possible, please limit your poster display to 4 ft (wide) X 4 ft (high). If you will need more space, please email us at osr@appstate.edu to be certain that we can accommodate your request.

Abstract Feedback and Assistance

Advice about writing an abstract or description, including information about how to obtain feedback on a draft of your abstract, is available from the University Writing Center.

Office of Student Research