School of Environment and Natural Resources (SENR) Student Research Symposium

The School of Environment and Natural Resources (SENR) Student Research Symposium is an annual opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students to present their environmental research and network with environmental organizations.

April 25, 2025 at the Nationwide and Ohio State Farm Bureau 4-H Center

Abstract submissions and registration are now open for the 2025 SENR Student Research Symposium! 
Submitting abstracts to this year's symposium on April 25 at the Nationwide and Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center offers graduate and undergraduate students a unique opportunity to showcase their research and gain recognition for their hard work. By participating students can enhance their academic and professional profiles. Prizes will be awarded for several categories of submissions!  Additionally, attending the symposium provides invaluable networking opportunities, allowing students to connect with peers, faculty, symposium sponsors and environmental and natural resources professionals. This collegial environment fosters collaboration, discovery, and the exchange of innovative ideas, making it an enriching experience for all participants. Don't miss out on this chance to advance your research and build lasting connections! 

Submit Your Abstract (Submission Deadline has been extended to midnight April 13, 2025) >> 

Register for the Symposium >>

Agenda-at-a-Glance

9:30 a.m.   Registration and Coffee

10:00 a.m.  Poster Session and Networking

10:45 a.m.   Keynote Address - Alia Dietsch, associate professor in Parks, Protected Areas, Natural Resources Management, School of Environment and Natural Resources, The Ohio State University

11:05 a.m.   Oral Presentations

12:05 p.m.   Buffet Lunch

12:50 p.m.  Poster Session and Networking

1:35 p.m.   Oral Presentations

2:40 p.m.  Closing Remarks and Awards Ceremony
Award Categories:  Best Undergraduate Research Poster, Best Graduate Research Poster, Best Research Proposal, Best Oral Presentation, Most Innovative Research, and Best Interdisciplinary Research.

Symposium Sponsors 

Thank you to our sponsors for supporting the creation of meaningful and productive professional development experiences.

Platinum 

ENGIE North America

Ohio Sea Grant and Stone Laboratory

Ohio Air Quality Development Authority

Ohio Department of Natural Resources - Division of Forestry

Water Management Assoc. of Ohio

Olentangy River Wetland Research Park

Silver

MAD Scientist Associates LLC

Ohio Geological Survey

The Wildlife Society - Ohio Chapter

Bronze

Columbus Audubon Society

Ohio Wildlife Management Association

Sustainability Institute at Ohio State

School of Environment and Natural Resources Student Research Symposium Planning Committee

Jess Dong, Founding organizer and Co-chair
Julia Glandorff, Co-chair
Madeline Stewart
Jennifer Prewitt
Sophia Roberts
Allison Williams, Founding organizer and advisor