Fall Open House

MTSU Undergraduate Research & Creative Activity Fall Open House

Thursday, November 6th, 2025 | Hosted by the Undergraduate Research Center (URC)

Purpose of the Event

The Open House is a fun and informal poster session, providing undergraduate students the opportunity to present projects they have completed through faculty-mentored research, internships, academic programs, or class assignments. It is also an excellent platform for prospective student researchers to:

• Learn more about undergraduate research and creative activity at MTSU
• Discover how to apply for URECA (Undergraduate Research Experience and Creative Activity) grants
• Meet faculty mentors and experienced student researchers
• Explore opportunities for involvement in SOAR (Student Organization for the Advancement of Research)

A complimentary lunch will be provided to all attendees.

Who should register to attend?  All students are welcome, especially new and transfer students! Whether you’re just curious or already thinking about your own project, this event is for you. There will be students from a wide variety of academic disciplines sharing their work. Faculty are also encouraged to attend to support student presenters and to identify potential collaborators for future undergraduate research initiatives. Families of presenters are also welcome to attend.

Who should register to present? 
Undergraduate students who have completed research or creative projects through URECA, coursework, internships, REUs, or other academic programs are encouraged to present a poster.

Check Out Last Year
Want a sneak peek? Scroll down to see photos from last year’s event!

Are You Interested in Presenting in November 2025?
Call for Presenters

We want you to present at the Open House! Have you completed a research or creative project through:

• URECA
• A class project
• An internship
• A REU or other academic program?

Presenting at the Research Open House is a great opportunity for students to:

• Share your work with the campus community
• Gain presentation experience
• Receive feedback
• Connect with other students and faculty
• Get a free printed poster and lunch!

Deadline to register as a presenter is October 20, 2025, or until maximum occupancy is reached.

What to Expect as an Attendee

Never been to a poster session? Here’s how it works:

1. Check in at the registration table. You’ll receive a program listing all student presenters and project titles.
2. Visit at least 5 posters of your choice. Posters are numbered for easy navigation.
3. At each poster, the student presenter will give a quick 2-minute overview and answer your questions.
4. The presenter will initial your program after your visit.
5. Once you’ve visited 5 posters, head to the lunch area!

Extra Credit/Attendance Confirmation: If you’re attending for a class, we’ll have confirmation slips available to turn in to your professor. Please inquire at the registration desk.

Still have questions?  Contact: Casey Penston — Casey.Penston@mtsu.edu 

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