Academics Events
October 27th, 2026
First Symposium
Browse through Bishops Lounge to see the amazing work showcased by our First-Year and Advanced-Entry Seminar students!
Location
McCombs Campus Center, Bishops LoungeDate & Time
October 27 - 9:30am - 10:45amFebruary 1st, 2027
SURF—Southwestern Undergraduate Research with Faculty Applications Due
Dive into research this Summer with SURF! Applications are due February 1, 2027 and open on December 15, 2026.
Date & Time
February 1, 2027 - All DayRegister
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2027 King Creativity Symposium
Join us as King Creativity Fund scholars present their visionary projects at the 27th annual King Creativity Symposium!
Location
McCombs Campus Center, Bishops LoungeDate & Time
March 24, 2027 - 5:00pmAcademics News
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Southwestern University Wins $2.8 Million Federal Grant to Enhance Student Success and Career Readiness
In alignment with Southwestern’s Tactical Plan, the five-year grant will aid the University’s initiatives to increase retention and graduation rates, prepare students to meet the needs of today’s workforce, and modernize academic facilities.
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Southwestern University Launches The Pirate Plan
The Pirate Plan is a four-year model connecting the liberal arts to post-graduate outcomes, designed to make student success even more intentional and visible.
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Southwestern University Provides Gateway to Opportunity Amid Evolving Higher Education Landscape
As perspectives surrounding higher education shift, Southwestern University is doubling down on the impact and value of a liberal arts education.
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Photo Gallery: 2025 Brown Symposium
Explore moments from Visualizing the Abstract, the 2025 Brown Symposium organized by Professor of Mathematics Fumiko Futamura and Professor of Religion Laura Hobgood.
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Brown Symposium Returns with 2025 Theme of “Visualizing the Abstract”
World-renowned speakers scheduled to present at Southwestern University during the 42nd biennial symposium.
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Unlock Your Potential at Southwestern
Embark on a transformative academic journey where excellence meets experience.
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23rd Annual Research and Creative Works Symposium
Southwestern Showcases Undergraduate Research and Creativity
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Southwestern Students Receive Gilman International Scholarship to Study Abroad
Sierra Burton ’22 and Suleman Khan ’25 will use scholarship money to study in Europe and Japan.
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Full STEAM Ahead
Paideia Scholar Lauren Muskara ’21 champions making connections between science, technology, and the fine arts.
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