Week of Research


Week of Research

Xavier University is proud to present our annual Week of Research! This week will combine several events on campus to showcase the innovative research from our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students. By promoting interdisciplinary dialogue and discourse, these events are avenues for addressing ever-changing complexities in our society and world.

Three students presenting a paper to their class

Graduate Research Symposium

The College of Professional Sciences Graduate Research Symposium recognizes graduate students’ scholarly endeavors in Education, Leadership Studies, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, and Sport Science and Management. The symposium showcases the research designed and conducted by graduate students as part of their master’s or doctoral degree programs. 

Graduate Research Symposium
Theology professor teaching a group of Xavier students

Celebration of Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity

The Celebration of Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity showcases undergraduate scholarship at Xavier University. Any undergraduate that has completed a scholarly project in their field is invited to submit an abstract and then present an oral or poster presentation during the symposium.

Celebration of Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity
Three students conversing in front of presentation board.

Flame: The First Year Seminar Celebration of Student Learning

Flame offers a chance to celebrate the learning First-Year Seminar students have done over the course of the semester by giving them a chance to show off their research to their peers, professors, and other members of the Xavier community.  It’s a bit like a science fair or poster session at an academic conference, with students sharing the fruits of their research via posters, websites, artwork, and other formats at individual tables.  

Flame: The FYS Celebration of Student Learning

Art Exhibitions

Man looking at art.

Art students can propose to exhibit their artwork in various mediums at the campus art gallery. These exhibitions are open to the campus and local community while showcasing the talent of our art students.


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Musical Performances

Student playing a bass onstage

At Xavier, students present musical performances in all styles from contemporary wind ensemble works to jazz improvisation. These performances represent the culmination of study in applied lessons, music theory, production, and history. As part of Xavier’s Week of Research, the Concert Choir and Women’s Chorus will perform an evening Concert in Bellarmine Chapel, while the Hip Hop Collective present a collaborative Art and Music Showcase in GSC throughout the day on Friday, April 21.


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Theatre Showcases

Student singing.

Theatre showcases are exciting ways to debut the students who are performing, directing, and working behind the scenes on their shows. Every year, students are challenged to apply their learning to a new show.


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Week of Research Events 2025

Tuesday, April 22

Wednesday, April 23


Celebration of Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity in the McDonald Memorial Library from 2-5pm 

Thursday, April 24

Friday, April 25