McNair

The 33rd Annual SAEOPP McNair/SSS Scholars Research Conference is designed to attract undergraduate and graduate students from all TRIO programs within the U.S. and the Trust Territories. The conference will provide opportunities for young scholars to share their research, provide exposure to the key issues in research and higher education, facilitate the interaction between graduate school representatives, graduate faculty, McNair, and SSS scholars, and provide forums for discussion of intellectual issues. Click here to watch the highlights from the 2025 conference.

Local Graduate School Visit – June 25th

SSS/McNair Scholars Research Conference – June 26th-29th

HOTEL INFORMATION

Hotel reservation link: Westin Buckhead Atlatna

3391 Peachtree Road N.E.

Atlanta, GA 30326

Phone 404 365-0065

CONFERENCE AGENDA

REGISTRATION

Graduate School Recruiter Registration – $600

Graduate School Sponsor – $1,000-$5,000

Student/Staff Registration – $550

STUDENT PRESENTATIONS

The SAEOPP McNair/SSS Scholars Research Conference is officially open for submissions! This is your opportunity to step into the spotlight, share your hard-earned findings, and compete for cash prizes in our Oral and Poster presentation categories.

Whether you’ve been analyzing data in the lab or conducting deep dives into social trends, we want to see the impact of your work. Presenting at SAEOPP isn’t just about the competition; it’s about refining your professional voice, networking with fellow scholars, and boosting your academic CV.

Key Details:

• What: Oral & Poster Research Presentations
• Who: McNair & SSS Scholars
• Prizes: Cash awards for top presentations
• Deadline to Submit: Friday, June 5, 2026

• Before selecting your presentation timeslot, have your abstract ready to copy and paste into the form. 
• When ready, click here to select your presentation time and upload your abstract.