Academics Events
February 9th, 2026
SURF—Southwestern Undergraduate Research with Faculty Applications Due
Dive into research this Summer with SURF! Applications are due February 9, 2026 and open on December 15, 2025.
Date & Time
February 9 - All DayRegister
Apply NowFebruary 27th, 2026
TASP 2026: 52nd Annual Conference of The Association for the Study of Play
Join us as we celebrate the power and purpose of play in shaping human experience at the 52nd Annual Conference of The Association for the Study of Play (TASP)!
Location
F.W. Olin BuildingDate & Time
February 27 - All DayRegister
Learn MoreMarch 1st, 2026
Submissions Due: Research and Creative Works Symposium
Location
VariousDate & Time
March 1 - All DayMarch 25th, 2026
2026 King Creativity Symposium
Join us as King Creativity Fund scholars present their visionary projects at the 26th annual King Creativity Symposium!
Location
McCombs Campus Center, Bishops LoungeDate & Time
March 25 - 5:00pmApril 14th, 2026
Academics News
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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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Tower Family Makes Archive a Permanent Part of the John G. Tower Collection
The late senator’s papers offer a wealth of historical sources for scholars and students.
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Rare Moments
Transfer student and Sumners Scholar Emily Gilby ’21 shares her experiences working on political campaigns and as a legislative aide.
