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All decision notices have been sent for Summer 2026 and Academic Year 2026-27. Check your email, and either accept or decline offers by April 24, 2026.

Benefits

For Students

Participation has many benefits for students, and we discover more as they take the form in new and inspiring directions. ÌýWe highlight a few here and encourage students to reflect as they get creative!

  • Centers students in the stories about their work—rather than project results
  • Enables students to think about their work in new and inspiring ways
  • Provides a fun and engaging mechanism for disseminating project results
  • Builds confidence and promotes belonging in the campus community

For Programs

Campus departments, programs, centers and other communities can benefit from adapting the format to their purposes. ÌýWe highlight a few here and invite you to connect with us as you experiment!

  • Creates accessible presentation opportunities for students new to academic life
  • Provides inclusive pathways for students to connect with the academic community
  • Supports sustainable environmental practices and budgetary strategies
  • Engages the campus community for partnerships and advocacy

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Empower inspiring students with transformative opportunities.Ìý

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