Launched in 2013 and inspired by the 3 Minute Thesis competition, Grad Slam is an exciting annual event that brings our UC Santa Barbara campus and community together by spotlighting the amazing research being done by our graduate students. Participants present their research in 3-minute talks that are clear, captivating, and compelling to diverse audiences.
Join us for the 2026 Grad Slam Final Round at 4:30 p.m. on April 9th in UCSB's Campbell Hall to hear our seven finalists present their talks and vote for your favorite in the People's Choice award.
The event will also be livestreamed on the UCSB YouTube channel .
Admission to the Campbell Hall event on campus is FREE and OPEN to the public.