Augustana Student Academic Conference
Since 1994, Augustana has organized a symposium at the end of each term in which undergraduate students conducting independent work for credit can present their research findings. Classes that have conducted CSL projects are able to present their community work in this context as well.
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Details
The Fall 2025 Student Academic Conference was on Friday, December 12, 2025.
The Winter 2025 Student Academic Conference will be on Thursday, April 16, 2026, and is part of the Augustana Showcase event.
Conference etiquette and guidelines
Registration Information
The registration deadline for the Winter 2026 conference is March 13, 2026. Once registered, presenters will have until April 3 to submit any changes.
Questions?
Questions can be directed to augsas@ualberta.ca or through the Student Service Portal.
Location
The conference will be held at the University of Alberta, Augustana Campus in Camrose Alberta (Map of location), 90km southeast of Edmonton. We will be meeting in the Faith & Life Centre and in various rooms in the Augustana Forum (Detailed campus map).
Why you should present at SAC
- Presenting your research allows you to share your findings with other students, faculty and community members.
- Conference participation is an important part of your professional development and provides you with valuable feedback on your work.
- The Student Academic Conference (SAC) allows you to present what you are passionate about as well as help you deepen your understanding of your research.
- It's a great place to network with your peers and professionals in your field of interest.
- A presentation at the Student Academic Conference will look good on your resume or application for graduate school.
- Students who conduct independent study for credit may be nominated for the Outstanding Undergraduate Research Award.
- Presenters can submit their work to the U of A's institutional repository, Education Research Archive (ERA), in the Augustana Student Research collection. The work will have a permanent link (digital object identifier), which you can share in a CV or resume. To learn more and submit your work, visit the ERA submission form.
Questions about presenting at the Student Academic Conference? Connect with us at augsas@ualberta.ca or through the Student Service Portal.