The Fall Academic Symposium is a signature event that celebrates the scholarly achievements of students who have engaged in high-impact learning experiences, including research, creative projects, internships, and global engagement.
Event Schedule
- Premier Speakers Session
2:30- 3:45 p.m. in the Athenaeum. - Academic Fair Poster Session
4:00 - 5:30 p.m. in the Athenaeum.
Note: Regular classes will proceed as scheduled on the day of the Fall Symposium.
Premier Speakers and Concurrent Sessions
- Nomination Deadline: November 7
- Faculty are invited to nominate outstanding students to serve as Premier Speakers using this nomination form.
- If scheduling allows, an additional Premier Speakers Session may be added.
- To propose a concurrent session for the symposium, please complete this proposal form by November 7.
Academic Fair Poster Session
If you have a student presenting during the Academic Fair Poster Session, please ensure that their information is added using the information below.
- Presenter Information
Please enter their details in this spreadsheet - Poster File Submission
- Poster designs must now be uploaded directly to this Google Drive folder
-Email submissions are no longer accepted.
-Supervising faculty are responsible for uploading files. - Accepted file formats: .PDF or .PPT
- Required size: 24" x 36"
- Submission Deadline: November 26 (to allow time for printing)
- Poster designs must now be uploaded directly to this Google Drive folder
If you'd like a poster template or want to schedule a poster design workshop for your students, please contact:
jrudel@vwu.edu
Event Participation
The Fall Academic Symposium is a celebration of academic excellence and innovation. We encourage all students to attend and be inspired by the accomplishments of their peers. The symposium highlights what is possible through dedication and engagement, especially for students in the earlier stages of their academic journey.
