Whalen Symposium

Academic presentations showcase scholarly investigation of a particular area of study and advance knowledge by solving a problem, answering a particular question, making new connections, or challenging current understanding. This type of presentation includes discussion of research methodology such as collection and analysis of experimental data, review of clinical case reports, reviews of subject literature, theoretical exploration, and/or careful study of primary courses (including artistic creations such as musical compositions, visual artwork, media, and works of literature).

Artistic performances and presentations allow students to demonstrate skills and work that might not be easily displayed through a traditional presentation. Performances involving music, theatre, and/or dance are welcome, as are readings of original written works (poetry, short stories, plays), showings of original films and other media, and exhibiting and discussing original visual artwork.

Co-curricular presentations allow you to share your “eureka moments” that take place outside a classroom that involve demonstrations of leadership or a paradigm shift as they navigate campus jobs, student or professional organizations, volunteer endeavors, and internships. Show how involvement in these experiences impacted their journey towards excellence in their position in the global community.

Experiential learning is engagement in, reflection on, and assessment of experiences outside the classroom. It features the use of knowledge, imagination, and judgment to address questions in a novel context and explores connections between theory and practice and between learning in courses and from experiences outside the classroom.