Research, Innovation, and Creative Scholarship Celebration Week
The Office of Research and Innovation is proud to present Research, Innovation, and Creative Scholarship Celebration Week, taking place April 2-10, 2026
We have partnered with University Libraries, the Graduate College, Lee Honors College, and others across campus and the Kalamazoo Community to honor the research done by undergraduates, graduates, and faculty at WMU and WMed.
We invite you to the events below to see a piece of the meaningful research being conducted at Western Michigan University.
Have an event you'd like included? Questions? Contact Christine Stamper.
The 44th Annual Kalamazoo Community Medical and Health Sciences Research Day
April 2
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
W.E. Upjohn M.D. Campus
The 44th Annual Kalamazoo Community Medical and Health Sciences Research Day will be held on April 2, 2026, at the W.E. Upjohn M.D. Campus in downtown Kalamazoo. This is an opportunity to highlight the breadth of research and scholarly activity accomplished by our scientific community.The theme for Research Day 2026 is:“Translating Discovery into Practice: From Lab to Clinic, From Classroom to Implementation"
Lee Honors College Poster Exhibit: Research, Innovation, and Creative Scholarship Celebration Week
Monday, April 6, 2026 — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026 — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Thursday, April 9, 2026 — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday, April 10, 2026 — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026 — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Thursday, April 9, 2026 — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday, April 10, 2026 — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Lee Honors College
Research Poster Exhibition showcasing the thesis work of Lee Honors College students.
CAS Research Week Poster Sesson
April 8
4 to 6 p.m.
Dunbar Hall
The College of Arts and Sciences invites you to participate in the 2026 CAS Research Week Poster Session. This event will showcase and celebrate the outstanding work of CAS undergraduate, graduate, and faculty scholars during the WMU Research, Innovation, and Creative Scholarship Celebration Week.
19th Annual Research, Innovation, and Creative Scholarship Graduate Poster Day
April 9
9 a.m. to noon
Waldo Library
Student poster presentations celebrating the scholarly accomplishments of WMU graduate students. We welcome guests to stop by and talk to graduate students as they explain the incredible research they are doing.
Fulbright Scholar Program Information Session
April 10
9 to 10 a.m.
Fulbright offers faculty and other professionals unparalleled opportunity to research, teach, or consult in 130+ countries worldwide. Opportunities range from 2 weeks to a full year. Come to the Research, Innovation & Creative Scholarship Week 2026 Fulbright Scholar Info Session and learn about the types of awards available and what the application process looks like.