Space Studies Symposium 2026

Friday, March 27

Participants will prepare a short oral presentation that summarizes their overall project through its research questions, methods, and conclusions. During the session, presenters will introduce and explain their project to the audience and respond to their questions.

Overview

• Format: Oral presentations (10-15 minutes) followed by a 10-minute Q&A
• Date: Friday, March 27, 2026
• Location: Ryan Hall 111 and Online via Zoom
• Audience: Space Studies faculty, graduate students, and invited guests
• Organizers: Department of Space Studies, Dakota Space Society (DSS)

Goals

• Create a research forum for students and professors within the Department of Space Studies
• Stimulate intellectual exchange and engage in discussions to share ideas and explore new research directions and emerging trends
• Promote scholarly work showcasing the research and creative achievements of faculty and students
• Develop presentation and oral communication skills, and gain experience in preparing and presenting research in a professional setting
• Gain feedback to refine students' research, and learn about different methodologies and approaches
• Get a broader understanding of the research being conducted by peers and other students
• Share and disseminate research, presenting research projects to a wider audience and getting feedback from peers and experts