Ovation Festival

Day of Excellence

Thursday, May 1, 2025

All are welcome to join in BW's celebration of student achievement. The Ovation Day of Excellence features the work of more than 300 students who will present 150 projects in the form of posters, live presentations and performances, and displays.

SCHEDULE

9 a.m.
Lauria STEM Research Competition
Students will present their proposals in hopes of winning a $5,000 summer research fellowship, generously funded by Tony and Pat Lauria. 
Telfer Hall, Room 330

11 a.m.
Opening Ceremony
Knowlton Center Lobby
Featuring President-designate Lee Fisher.

11:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
Project Presentations
Knowlton Center and Center for Innovation and Growth (CIG)
Posters, oral presentations, performances and more!

Noon–2 p.m.
Lunch
Dining tent between Knowlton Center and Center for Innovation and Growth (CIG)
FREE for students, faculty and staff.

12:30–2 p.m.
Ovation Soapbox
Knowlton Center Patio
Students articulate their opinions on a variety of topics.

Complete schedule details and project list are available on Jacket Connect.