Importance of the GCIC Fall Undergraduate Research Conference
The GCIC Fall Undergraduate Research Conference provides a meaningful platform for honors students to showcase their research, scholarly work, creativity, and academic interests. By encouraging student presentations, research development, and scholarly engagement, the conference helps foster a culture of academic excellence, innovation, and intellectual curiosity.
The conference also creates opportunities for students to connect with peers, faculty, Honors Directors, and representatives from other institutions. These experiences promote collaboration, professional development, confidence, and a stronger sense of belonging within the honors community.
Beyond recognizing student achievement, the GCIC Fall Undergraduate Research Conference supports the academic and personal growth of participating students by giving them opportunities to communicate their ideas, receive feedback, explore transfer opportunities, and strengthen skills that will benefit them throughout their educational and professional journeys.
Conference Itinerary
8:00 a.m. – Registration Begins
Attendees check in, receive conference materials, and prepare for the day’s activities.
8:45 a.m. – Opening Remarks and Welcome
Conference attendees will be formally welcomed to the GCIC Fall Undergraduate Research Conference. Opening remarks will recognize participating colleges, students, faculty, Honors Directors, transfer partners, conference volunteers, and other special guests while highlighting the purpose and theme of the conference.
9:00–10:00 a.m. – Transfer Fair & Networking Hour
Students will have the opportunity to connect with representatives from participating colleges and universities, explore transfer pathways, admissions opportunities, scholarships, and academic programs, and network with fellow honors students, faculty, and conference attendees.
10:00 a.m. – Honors Directors Meeting
GCIC Honors Directors will meet to discuss consortium business, upcoming initiatives, opportunities for collaboration, and future programming.
11:00 a.m. – Poster Session
Students will present research and scholarly projects in a poster format and engage with attendees through discussion and questions.
12:00 p.m. – Lunch
Conference participants will gather for lunch and networking.
12:30 p.m. – Keynote Address
The keynote speaker will address conference attendees and provide insight connected to leadership, innovation, scholarship, and student development.
1:30–2:30 p.m. – Afternoon Session I
Student research presentations and concurrent scholarly sessions.
2:30–3:00 p.m. – Refreshment Break
Participants will have an opportunity to enjoy refreshments, network, and transition between sessions.
3:00–4:00 p.m. – Afternoon Session II
Student research presentations and concurrent scholarly sessions continue.
4:00 p.m. – Conference Adjourns
Closing acknowledgments and conclusion of the GCIC Fall Undergraduate Research Conference.