Baylor Emerging Research Conference (BERC)
The Baylor Emerging Research Conference (BERC) is virtually hosted by Baylor University's School of Education. This conference provides a platform for graduate students to share collaborative work among professionals, researchers, educators, and leaders, as well as among institutions, professional associations, and governing and regulatory bodies that support the professions.
Conference attendance is free to all Baylor students, faculty, and alumni and is not limited to the School of Education. Registration is required to attend and to receive the links for joining.
BERC 2026
Dates for BERC 2026 are forthcoming. Proposal applications will be due late Fall 2025.
Feedback
Feedback on the conference has been overwhelmingly positive. Here is what a few of our attendees had to say about the inaugural 2023 conference:
“I loved ALL OF IT! It is hard to believe this is the first time this has been done. I was able to seamlessly move from session to session. I appreciated the breaks, the length of the program, the time given to each presenter, that there was a contest and we were able to see a presentation from the top three candidates. Just all around well done. And the keynote speaker was also awesome!!! And this was EXTREMELY well organized...which doesn't surprise me but I must compliment you on how well organized this event was!!!”
BERC “absolutely changed my understanding and perspectives of my doctoral journey and the approaches to completing my PoP. I am so thankful to Baylor for organizing such a power conference early on in my journey. I feel so connected with my fellows and appreciate hearing their realistic journeys. It inspired me, empowered me, and reminded me of my life purpose. Thank you, Baylor!”
“Today's inaugural Baylor Emerging Research Conference (BERC) was beyond phenomenal! I am so inspired and am wondering why in the world I didn't sign up to present. This conference was well executed, well-moderated, and inspiring from the keynote speaker to the closing session. Thank you for making this possible and for bringing this five-star conference to the students!”
For more information on BERC, please email EdD_online@baylor.edu
Research presentations will be in these three divisions:
- Innovation
- Leadership
- Learning