2026 Program Guide

COSS Mission

The Celebration of Student Scholars (COSS) is a full-day research and creative scholarship symposium that includes posters, concurrent sessions, and art exhibitions by Concordia students who, under the guidance of a faculty or staff mentor, have engaged in research or scholarship on campus or through extramural opportunities.

COSS provides undergraduate students from all disciplines and levels of experience the opportunity to present high-quality research, scholarship, and creative works in a public venue; to connect with alumni; and to explore the intersections of research, vocation, and career preparedness. 

COSS invites the campus and broader community to engage with student presenters as they showcase their achievements through a variety of scholarly projects.

COSS is sponsored by the Office of Undergraduate Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity.

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Research Opportunities

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From Soccer to Spreadsheets

Accounting and finance double-major Gannon Brooks ’26 excels in soccer and with numbers.

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Engaging With Committed Students

Pre-law advisor Dr. Nick Howard shares how the interdisciplinary program prepares Concordia graduates for a professional life in the legal field and beyond.

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Dr. Krys Strand

Professor, Biology; Program Director, Neuroscience; Director of National Fellowships and Undergraduate Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity Biology, Neuroscience