Research Week

Research Week 2025 takes place from October 27-31, 2025 with the UR Taste of Research happening November 5. We celebrate the vibrant graduate students and research community on campus.

The week features a range of events, including panel discussions and student research showcases, offering opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students, researchers, and industry partners to connect and collaborate. Organized by the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research, GATE, the Faculty of Education, and the VPR Office, Research Week 2025 highlights the innovative work being done across disciplines.

Research Week 2025 – At a Glance*

Monday, Oct 27

• How to Become a PostDoc Luncheon — 12:00–1:15 pm, ED114, FGSR
• Indigenous Research: Find Your Rhythm, Dance Your Style — 5:00–9:00 pm, Faculty of Education

Tuesday, Oct 28

• A New Blueprint for Government by Kevin Lynch & James Mitchell (book launch) — 4:30 pm, CB 308, College Ave Campus, JSGS & UR Press

Wednesday, Oct 29

• Interdisciplinary Panel Discussion — 10:00–11:00 am, RIC 208, INSPIRE Student Group
• Student Research Showcase (Posters & Lightning Talks) — 1:00–4:00 pm, RIC Atrium & RIC 208
• Student Research Showcase Reception & Awards — 4:30 pm, RIC Atrium

Thursday, Oct 30

PostDoc Showcase — 3:00–4:00 pm, Innovation Place Atrium
Enacting Queer & Trans Justice in Schools — 5:30–8:30 pm, University Main Theatre, Faculty of Education

Friday, Oct 31

• MAP Student Showcase — 10:00 am–12:00 pm, RIC 208, MAP Student Group
• Graduate Networking Lunch — 12:00–1:00 pm, CW215, URGSA, GATE & FGSR
• Art for Lunch with Brian McArthur — 12:00–1:00 pm, RI 50, MAP
• Art Unveiling – TBD, President’s Office

Wednesday, Nov 5

A Taste of Research — 6:30–9:30 pm, Darke Hall, UofR 

* Check the official Research Week site for all updated information.