Students from across the University gathered at the University Centre (SSMU) on March 25 to share their research, fieldwork, in-class assignments and passion projects in a supportive, non-competitive environment.
Hosted by the Office of Science Education (OSE), the annual Undergraduate Science Showcase fosters science communication skills, helping students develop the ability to translate scientific concepts for diverse audiences. Participants can benefit from workshops prior to the event as well as mentorship opportunities: presenters are connected with graduate students and alumni who provide guidance and feedback throughout the preparation process.
Cross-disciplinary approach
The participation of students from various departments creates a space for propagation of diverse knowledge and the cultivation of intellectual curiosity. This cross-disciplinary approach reflects OSE’s commitment to inclusive educational practices that recognize multiple ways of knowing and learning.
New for 2025, the Showcase featured a dedicated Welcome Space, designed to foster community and capture memories of the event, and an Initiatives Space, a dynamic fair hosting student-run groups and McGill offices that support undergraduate research and science communication.
Accomplished musicians Maitreyi Muralidharan, a violinist pursuing a PhD in Applied Performance Science at McGill, and Julia Weldon, a cellist and McGill alum, performed at the event, expressing their joy in fostering community through music-making.
Celebrating student work
The Building 21 space at the Showcase event provided a dedicated room for creative project presentations and interdisciplinary dialogue. Acting as McGill’s interdisciplinary idea lab, Building 21 supports students of all departments and levels in pursuing bold and original research that transcends traditional academic boundaries. The dedicated space featured interactive demonstrations and conversations with Building 21 fellows, highlighting projects that blend scientific inquiry with artistic expression.
Bruce Lennox, Dean of Science, acknowledged the significant amount of imagination, integrity, and inspiration that the students demonstrated in their work and in their communication with community members. He also recognized the Undergraduate Science Showcase as “one of the events of the year,” not only within the Faculty of Science but at the University as a whole. The tradition of celebrating student work is set to continue in the years to come.
Join the mailing list for the Undergraduate Science Showcase and view the posters presented at the 2025 event.