A Commitment to Undergraduate Research
At Southwestern University undergraduate students not only conduct original research, but often have the opportunity to publish and present their work alongside faculty.
Shakespeare across Time, Languages, and Disciplines
Associate Professor of Theatre Sergio Costola and Associate Professor of English Michael Saenger coordinated a seminar on translating Shakespeare at an international conference in Rome.
Researching the Future of Cancer Treatment
Professor of Biology Maria Todd mentors undergraduates while examining the mechanics of how cancer spreads.
Studio Art Major Julia O’Bryan ’19 Wins Prestigious National Award
O’Bryan’s artwork, Beautiful Brokenness, will tour the U.S. in an esteemed exhibition as part of her award from the Kennedy Center VSA Emerging Young Artists with Disabilities Program.
Art History Mystery, Part 1
Professor of Studio Art Star Varner and Southwestern students investigate the whereabouts of a controversial 1941 mural.
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On the Plains of Africa
Sarah Barton ’20 spent a semester studying wildlife management at the School for Field Studies in Tanzania.
The Undergraduate Research Experience at Southwestern
Antonio Mendez ’20 discusses how research at Southwestern is unique.
Southwestern Undergrads Study Cardiovascular Medicine at UTHealth
Dr. Eyal Porat P’21 coordinates summer internships for SU students.
Patience, Grit, and an Open Mind
Lauren Gillespie ’19 reflects on what it takes to research, present, and publish successfully as a chemistry and computer science double major.
Parent Leadership Gift Council members and fellow parent volunteers warmly welcome new students and their families to Southwestern at send-off parties across the state.
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Emilie Moeller ’18 shares how her time at Southwestern transformed her from a shy Unicorn Handler to a confident sorority president and tennis team captain.
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To give you a glimpse into one student’s recent Friday night, Keyshaan Castle ’20 , takes us behind the scenes of a blacklight dodgeball tournament, hosted by Zeta Tau Alpha and SIRA.
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Karim Clarke ’26 shares his eye-opening Houston Methodist Research Institute internship journey.
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Quincy Holland ’19 is the nineteenth recipient from SU to earn the Texas Association of School Personnel Administrators
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Alejandro Medina ’24 demonstrates outstanding potential in computing research by the Computing Research Association.
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Student’s study unveils the connections between education, gender, and belief in conspiracy theories.
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Karim Clarke ’26 shares his eye-opening Houston Methodist Research Institute internship journey.
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Parent Leadership Gift Council members and fellow parent volunteers warmly welcome new students and their families to Southwestern at send-off parties across the state.
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Emilie Moeller ’18 shares how her time at Southwestern transformed her from a shy Unicorn Handler to a confident sorority president and tennis team captain.
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To give you a glimpse into one student’s recent Friday night, Keyshaan Castle ’20 , takes us behind the scenes of a blacklight dodgeball tournament, hosted by Zeta Tau Alpha and SIRA.
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Alejandro Medina ’24 demonstrates outstanding potential in computing research by the Computing Research Association.
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Karim Clarke ’26 shares his eye-opening Houston Methodist Research Institute internship journey.
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Alejandro Medina ’24 demonstrates outstanding potential in computing research by the Computing Research Association.
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SU celebrates four campus community members with the 2024 Mundy Awards and recognizes those who have achieved milestone anniversaries with the University.
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SU Business Club collaborates with Houston Methodist Hospital in annual case study competition.
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A group of students attended a conference focused on empowering and developing Hispanic leadership.
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Students work with faculty and staff to create an interactive digital map of Southwestern’s campus.
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Parent Leadership Gift Council members and fellow parent volunteers warmly welcome new students and their families to Southwestern at send-off parties across the state.
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Students work with faculty and staff to create an interactive digital map of Southwestern’s campus.
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