Celebration of Scholarly Achievement & Community Engagement

Annual Scholarly Research and Publication Symposium 

19th Annual CSACE: April 3, 2025

Fitness Center | 12:00 - 8:30 PM

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The deadline for presenter registration is Monday, March 3, 2025 | 5 PM

Celebration of Scholarly Achievement & Community Engagement (CSACE) is a University-wide event featuring research posters, artistic displays, performances, lightning talks and much more. This event is an opportunity to recognize the exemplary work across all campuses throughout the academic year and to learn about and support the research the achievements of fellow colleagues and students.

All students, staff and faculty from all disciplines are encouraged to register for an opportunity to display or present their academic achievements, scholarly research and publications, community service, artistic creations and talents.

Types of Presentations Accepted:

  • Traditional research poster presentations
  • Electronic and non-print projects
  • Electronic slide shows
  • Three-dimensional objects (model, costume, etc.)
  • Multimedia exhibit (video, interactive installation, etc.)
  • Oral presentations | 5 Minute Max (lightning-talk, poetry slam, vignette/performances, etc.)

Dates to Remember

  • March 3 | Deadline to Register to Present
  • March 24 | Deadline for Poster Printing
  • March 27 | Deadline for Lightning-talk PowerPoint Submission
  • April 3 | CSACE Symposium, Lightning-talks, Keynote, “Titan’s got Talent”

Poster Specifications

  • Size: 48″ x 36″ Landscape
  • White Background (Posters with large solid-colored areas will need to be printed independently by the presenter)
  • Poster Template Provided Here

Poster Printing

  • Posters are due to printer by March 24, 2025 at 5 PM

Lightning Talks, Poetry, Vignettes, etc.

  • April 3 | 2-4:30 PM | Fitness Center – Main Stage
  • 5 minute max
  • Stage, microphone, screen, laptop and HDMI cord provided
  • Student Moderators (will oversee the event) 

Electronic/Digital Presentations

  • Presentation space to include a table, power outlet, and other electronic equipment as requested during registration

2024 Event Sponsors

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April 3 | CSACE Schedule of Events

April 3 | CSACE (Schedule of Events)
  • 8:00-11:00 AM: Presenter check-in & set-up
  • 12:30-2:00 PM: Presentations, exhibits on displays
    • Box Lunch will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis
  • 2:00-4:30 PM: Lightning Talks (5 min. max each)
  • 5:15-6:10 PM: Light hors d’oeuvres and posters available to browse
  • 6:15-7:15 PM: Keynote Speaker
  • 7:30-8:30 PM: “Titan’s Got Talent,” talent show presented by Student Life

Sponsorship | Donations

Interested in sponsoring the 2025 CSACE Symposium or making a donation? Scan the QR code or click the link below.

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For More Information: Please contact Michele Favoretto favoremi@udmercy.edu

Spring 2025 Event: Celebration of Scholarship, Publications, Posters, Research Presentations, Community Service, and Engagement

At the University of Detroit Mercy, we continue to foster a culture that supports and celebrates scholarly and creative activity. We deeply value the contributions made by faculty, students, and staff across all campuses. Engaging students in research nurtures their intellectual curiosity and stimulates meaningful discussion, debate, and discovery. Research also provides students the opportunity to deepen their understanding of their chosen disciplines and contribute to the broader body of knowledge.

Our tradition of celebrating Faculty Authors began in March 2006 and has since evolved to include oral presentations, panels, posters, publications, and creative works across various media. The 2024 Celebration of Scholarly Activity was a tremendous success, and we are excited to plan the 2025 event, which will feature the return of presentations and posters focused on community-engaged learning and service.

This event highlights the collaboration between faculty, schools, colleges, and both graduate and undergraduate students. We look forward to another inspiring and informative series of events, and we hope you enjoy this year’s celebration.

Pamela Zarkowski, JD, M.P.H.
Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs