Summer Research Institute

Join FGSR staff for a welcoming session open to all students involved in research this summer. Learn about the professional development workshops and resources available to support your research journey, connect with peers, and get set for a successful summer of discovery.

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Working with Your Supervisor

Join Dr. Chris Oriet as he explores how the agencies that fund research are increasingly demanding transparency and open sharing of data and research materials. Researchers have answered this call by developing Open Research Practices. This workshop will introduce you to the Open Research Framework, which allows researchers to easily and transparently share their materials with others. We’ll discuss some of the benefits of doing research in an open and transparent way, with an eye to both ethical and practical considerations.

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As a student researcher, placing your work within existing research is essential. In this session with librarian Cara Bradley, you’ll learn how to choose the right type of literature review, search effectively, and organize your findings to save time and reduce stress.

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In this session with Dr. Omar El-Halfawy, students will learn about: the general roles of posters in academic communications, particularly for graduate students, with an emphasis on the fields of science and engineering; the similarity and difference between posters and other ways of communications including oral presentations and journal papers; how to convey the points effectively – the what-why-how-what-what approach; how to draw the attention of the audience; and some suggestions about the layout, graphic-text balance, captions, font sizes, etc.

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Join Dr. Justin Longo and explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the research landscape -from literature reviews to data analysis. This session covers the benefits and risks of AI tools, academic integrity, responsible use, bias, and the evolving role of AI in interdisciplinary research.

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Join Dr. Sherry Farrell-Racette as she explores the principles and practices of community-based research (CBR), an approach that centers collaboration, reciprocity, and shared knowledge creation. Participants will explore how to design research projects that are conducted with communities rather than on them, ensuring that research priorities, methods, and outcomes reflect community needs and values.

Included:  Indigenous research methodologies grounded in the principle of “Nothing About Us Without Us.” Participants will learn about relationality, respect, and reciprocity when working with Indigenous communities, and how to approach research with Indigenous Peoples rather than on them. 

A must-attend for students pursuing community-engaged or ethically-informed research.

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Join Grad Funding's Emilie Kossick for a focused session on Knowledge Mobilization and what it means for your research. This session will explore key considerations for integrating knowledge mobilization into your research design, strengthening funding and grant applications, and effectively presenting your work to audiences beyond academia. Participants will gain clarity on how funders evaluate impact, how to position their research for real-world relevance, and practical ways to share their findings with policymakers, communities, industry, and the public in clear and compelling ways. .

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You put a lot of time, energy, and passion into your graduate work, but if you aren't able to effectively communicate about your findings, your research could go unnoticed. Join Krista Baliko, U of R Research Communications Strategist, for this session to explore ways to help launch your research into the world.

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Participants are invited to showcase their research projects through digital posters and 3–5 minute presentations. This session is an opportunity to share what you’ve learned, receive constructive feedback from judges, and engage in discussion through Q&A. Be prepared to present your work and answer questions about your research in a supportive and encouraging environment. Prizes will be awarded for outstanding presentations.

• 36x48" Poster (Digital)  (Additional Resources below - includes sample Canva or PowerPoint designs.)
• 3-5 minute presentation (with your poster as your slide)

Register here by August 15 to present your research.  

Your poster is needed by August 21.  Email to grad.engagement@uregina.ca.   This poster will be added to the powerpoint presentation for the day and will be your only "slide" for your presentation.

Cash prizes of:

• • For students who have participated in a minimum of 3 workshops are be eligible for the cash prizes of:
    • $500, $300, $200 for the top 3 best undergrad presentation.
    • $500, $300, $200 for the top 3 for best graduate presentation.
  • Prizes will be awarded for outstanding presentations. Decisions of the judges is final.
  • Students must present in-person to be eligible for the cash prizes.

Students participating in this feedback session and participate in the Student Research Showcase (SRS) during Research Week in October, will have their posters printed free of charge. Following the SRS, the posters are yours to keep for future use.

Unable to attend? You can still received feedback on your poster and presentation by submitting a video (MP4 format) by August 21, but you will not be eligible for prizes.

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Celebrating the Success of the 2025 Summer Research Institute

The Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research is proud to celebrate the conclusion of the 2025 Summer Research Institute (SRI), a program that brought together undergraduate and graduate students for a summer of learning, research, and community building.

Over the past four months, students attended workshops on core research skills, academic integrity, and knowledge mobilization, while also dedicating countless hours to advancing their own research projects. Their commitment, curiosity, and persistence were on full display at the Poster and Presentation Showcase, where participants presented their work to peers, faculty, and judges in an engaging and supportive environment.

   A special congratulations goes to our 2025 SRI Winners:

   Graduate Student Winners:
   Jay Savaliya
   Sophia Ekanem
   Angèle Poirier

   Undergraduate Student Winners
   Giulianne Yaun
   Farah Al-Anbagi
   Jessalyn Paradowski

We extend our sincere thanks to all of the student participants for their hard work and dedication, to our workshop facilitators for sharing their expertise, and to the judges who generously gave their time and thoughtful feedback. Together, you made this inaugural Summer Research Institute a meaningful success.

The SRI not only showcased the incredible research happening at the University of Regina but also highlighted the supportive community that makes this work possible.