Welcome to URCA Week: Celebrating Research, Creativity, and Communication
May 12th - 14th, 2027
Applications due Friday, April 2, 2027
Get ready for a journey of exploration, innovation, and scholarly engagement as we proudly present URCA Week, a showcase for undergraduate research and creative activities at UCSB.
Students from all departments present their work through various formats including poster sessions, oral presentations, roundtables, demonstrations, and competitive lightning talks known as the Slam. The week provides students with a platform to share their academic and creative accomplishments with the campus community.
All UCSB students who did research during the 2026-2027 year are eligible to participate.
Program at a Glance
2026 Program details. The event schedule is subject to change for the 2027 term.
Poster Colloquium
Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Location: Corwin Pavilion
Session A: Life and Psychological Sciences
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Session B: Technology, Society, and Culture
12:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Conference
Date: Friday, May 15, 2026
Time: 9 AM - 5:00 PM
Presentations and Demonstrations in the Library Training and Instruction rooms.