The Leadership Alliance Symposium is the culmination of the summer research experience for SR-EIP participants. Students present their research in a professional venue to a national audience of peers, faculty and members of the private and public sectors. The Symposium brings together a diverse group of students from Leadership Alliance summer programs, faculty, scientists from the private and public sectors, and representatives of professional societies. We strive to foster a sense of ‘scientific community’ while providing practical information about career opportunities and graduate programs.