In Spring 2024, USC Lancaster held the first-of-its-kind student research showcase on the campus. The new “Celebration of Lancer Excellence†featured a poster session, student presentations and performances, and awards announcements. The event was a success among the campus community, leading to an expanded annual student research showcase in April 2025. In this session, librarians share their experiences planning and hosting this successful celebration of student achievement. We will cover lessons learned and tips for librarians interested in creating similar events. This successful collaboration demonstrates the importance of positioning the library as a research center at all stages of the process. This event’s success highlights the importance of cross-campus collaboration with faculty, campus offices, students, and community groups.
