On Thursday, July 24, the Office of Engaged Learning hosted the annual Three Minute “Thesis” competition, the culminating event of the Summer Research Intensive. In just under two hours, 27 students delivered concise and compelling presentations on faculty-mentored research projects across disciplines.
Throughout the summer, students in the Summer Research Intensive worked closely with faculty mentors through paid research positions and participated in professional development workshop series led by Dr. Adam Neal, Program Manager in the Office of Engaged Learning. Participants strenthened skills in oral and written communication, critical thinking, and career and self-development.
Congratulations to this year’s winners:
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1st Place: Felipe Mancera (Faculty Mentors: Andrew Davies, Caitlin Charles, and Malia Brink, Deason Criminal Justice Reform Center)
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2nd Place: Katie Andrews and Walker Homan (Faculty Mentor: Karissa Cloward, Political Science)
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3rd Place: Aubrey Brown (Faculty Mentor: Monnie McGee, Statistics & Data Science), Sierra Woolsey and Ananya Anupindi (Faculty Mentor: Chrystyna Kouros, Psychology)
2025 Judges:
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Nancy George, Associate Director of Media Relations
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Megan Heuer, Director of Educational Initiatives, SMU Libraries
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Mateo Langston-Smith, Research Technology Developer, Office of Information Technology
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Aishwary Pawar, Statistician, University Decision Support
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David Son, Professor of Chemistry
Thank you to the judges, faculty mentors, and campus partners, whose support makes this summer research experiene possible.
One reply on “Three Minute “Thesis” Competition showcases undergraduate research excellence”
Congratulations to all of the researchers and thank you to all of the faculty mentors.