Fall Research Symposium

A focused afternoon to share presentations, connect with colleagues and celebrate nursing.

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November 19, 2026

1 to 3:30 p.m.

Dove Conference Center
Prairie Cardiovascular building | 619 E Mason St | Springfield

See what’s shaping the future of nursing.

Join St. John’s College of Nursing for the Fall Research Symposium, an afternoon highlighting nursing research, evidence-based practice and ideas that can influence patient care and the future of healthcare.

Students, faculty and practicing nurses will present research posters and share their work with colleagues from St. John’s College of Nursing, HSHS, Illinois College, and Millikin University.

Attendees will have opportunities to explore current nursing research, connect with students and healthcare professionals, and engage in conversations about how research translates into nursing education and practice.

The symposium is sponsored by Sigma Nursing and will include light refreshments, networking and recognition of outstanding poster presentations.

Students, nurses, healthcare professionals, faculty and community guests are welcome.