Lamar University's Annual EXPO of Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities
April 30 - May 1, 2026
Setzer Student Center – Live Oak Ballroom
Join us this spring for an exhilarating celebration of knowledge and discovery at the EXPO. This event serves as a vibrant platform for showcasing the exceptional research endeavors of undergraduate scholars from diverse academic disciplines. Be prepared to immerse yourself in a world of cutting-edge ideas, interactive presentations, and engaging discussions, as we honor the dedication and intellectual achievements of our talented undergraduate researchers.
Important Submission Deadlines
Early Abstract Submission
- Deadline: April 10, 2026
- Contribution to the conference accepted with your choice of presentation (poster or talk).
Submission to Paper Competition
- Deadline: April 10, 2026
- All students willing to submit a paper are invited (i.e., SURF, OUR, McNair, Honors, Texas Academy).
- Important: The deadline is strict, and no extension of the deadline will be granted.
Late Abstract Submission (only if an email notification is sent by or on April 05, 2026)
- Deadline: April 15, 2026
- Your contribution will be introduced in the conference's program as posters or talks, based on the Organizing Committee's decision.
Submit Abstract
Invited Speakers for
EXPO 2025
Plenary I
Dr. Lloyd L. Lumata, Ph.D. (University of Texas at Dallas)
Time: 9:15–10:00 a.m.
Date: April 23, 2025
Plenary II
Mr. Larry Toups (University of Houston)
Time: 6:00–7:00 p.m.
Date: April 23, 2025
Plenary III
Dr. Joshua Guitar, Ph.D. (Kean University)
Time: 9:15–10:00 a.m.
Date: April 24, 2025
Plenary IV
Dr. Asha S. Winfield, Ph.D. (Louisiana State University)
Time: 4:00–4:45 p.m.
Date: April 24, 2025
