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1. Graduate Student SymposiumSponsored by the UNI Graduate CollegeInformation Session Created by Graduate College Graduate Assistants
2. 7th Annual Graduate Student Symposium Sponsorded By Graduate College Tuesday, April 1th, 2014 Poster Presentations:Judging: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Public Viewing 1:00 – 1:45 p.m. Maucker Union Ballroom Oral Presentations: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Maucker Union Meeting Rooms Creative Performances: 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Davis Hall, Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center
3. What is the UNI Graduate Student Symposium? It is an opportunity for graduate students to present what they have learned through their academic experiences to a larger audience.
4. Reasons for you to partcipate in the symposium Present research to larger audience Contribute to your professional development Enhance presentations skills Build your resume, CV, or portfolio Network with academic community Gain feedback and ideas on where to go next with your research Represent your graduate program to the university community
5. Types of Presentations Poster Presentations Research Project Literature Review Oral Presentations Creative Performances Original Work Performance
6. Poster Presentations
7. Poster Categories Research - Classic poster with the components of literature review, methods, findings conclusions based on findings Project - a description of an activity. May not contain findings/results or a conclusion based on findings Literature Review/Review Paper - a review and analysis of existing literature, perhaps to make a point. May not contain process/methods.
8. Poster Presentations: Who Presents? Anyone whose message is better conveyed in print
9. Poster Judging Criteria Posters will be judged in a session with presenters present and several judges. Presenters will be judged on how they respond to questions from the judges. Will be judged on: Abstract Display appearance Content Organization The judging form will be posted on the symposium website
10. Poster Formatting Consult faculty member in your department for format help Presentation expectations vary by discipline For example: in Biology the results section must be prominently near the top of the poster
11. Poster Example
12. Poster Presentation Guidelines Posters set up between 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m in the Maucker Union Ballroom. Specific location of poster assigned at check-in Posters must fit in the 4’ x 4’ poster board display Provided by the Graduate College Display boards Push pins Music stands for handouts
13. Poster Presentation Guidelines Targeted towards broad academic audience Presenters must be availablebetween 12:00-1:00 p.m. for Judging Presenters are encouraged to stay for the Public Viewing scheduled from 1:00 – 1:45 p.m. Handouts are encouraged
14. Helpful Hints for Poster Presentations Incorporate appropriate graphics Label or describe any charts, tables, figures, graphs, or photos Do Not post Power Point slides Make sure proof at least 3 times before printing Check out the Workshop page online at: http://www.grad.uni.edu/poster-presentation
15. Poster Printing Resources on Campus The College of Humanities, Arts, and Sciences (CHAS) Prints Posters $25 for students not in a program in the CHAS Payable by cash or check Free for students in a program in CHAS PDF or Power Point format only Recommended deadline to submit: Tuesday, March 18th Email poster as attachment to manager@cns.uni.edu or bring a flashdrive to Wright 206 Questions: call 273-5809 or stop by Wright 206 CSBS Poster Printing Students in a CSBS program will be able to print their posters for free; they will just need to fill out the request form at least a week in advance. Request Form: http://www.csbs.uni.edu/tech/labs/posters.html Consult with your faculty advisor if you are unsure of where to print your poster
16. Oral Presentations
17. Oral Presentation Judging Criteria Abstract Organization Content Delivery Judging form will be available athttp://www.grad.uni.edu/oral-presentations
18. Who Presents Oral Presentations? Anyone whose message is better conveyed when spoken rather than in print If you’re not sure on format, consult with faculty.
19. Oral Presentation Locations in the Maucker Union State College Room Presidential Room Oak Room
20. Oral Presentations: General Guidelines 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. 13 minutes for presentation plus 5 minutes for questions Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled presentation time The Graduate College will try to accommodate class schedules as much as possible in scheduling presentations
21. Technology The use of technology is optional Use it to enhance the presentation Available for use Computer Projector/ Screen Power Point version 2010 Power Point Clicker
22. Helpful Hints for Oral Presentations Attire should be appropriate and professional Be sure you have practiced and are prepared Make eye contact and speak confidently and slowly Use Power Point or other visual aids to enhance your presentation but, don’t read from it Welcome to bring in other options for visual aids such as handouts, or single posters Be sure to present the most relevant and important issues of your work
23. Creative Performances
24. Creative Performance Judging Criteria Abstract Impact and Delivery Poise, engagement with audience Technical Ability i.e. Projection, pitch/tuning, rhythm Content Judging forms will be available athttp://www.grad.uni.edu/creative-performances
25. Who Presents Creative Performances? Showcase disciplines, specialties, and skills outside more formal research Performances could include Small Ensembles Solo performance Short Story Reading Creative Monologue Poetry Reading
26. Creative Performances begin at 6:00 pmDavis Hall: Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center Free and Open to the Public
27. Information for Presenters… Up to 10 minutes in length Two Categories Original Work Performance Check in will be at 5:30 p.m. for all performers Performance schedule will be determined after the registration deadline. Performers are required to attend dress rehearsal. The dress rehearsal will be March 30th from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
28. Information for presenters… Due to the varied nature of creative performances, if you have additional questions please email gradlife@uni.edu
29. Presentation of Awards Awards will be presented to: First Place in each Poster Category First Place in each Oral Presentation Room First Place in each Creative Performance Category Plaques will be awarded to Second Place in each Poster Category Second Place in each Oral Presentation Room First Place in each Creative Performance Category A Prize of $200 will be awarded to each first place winner Awards and Plaques will be awarded only to the primary presenter Judges reserve the right to not award a prize Dr. Licari will announce winners at the end of the performance. Students will also be notified by phone on April 2. Prize amount will be credited to students’ university accounts
30. Helpful Hints for Abstracts Your abstract and description of work are part of the judging process Acronyms – be sure to define them the first time they are used, then abbreviate Make your work as understandable and accessible as possible to a broad academic audience without sacrificing its disciplinary rigor. Check for spelling errors and typos which will result in points taken off
31. How to Begin Registration forms are available at the symposium website http://www.grad.uni.edu/graduate-student-symposium Prepare your registration form Review your registration form for spelling errors and completeness Make sure to save your completed form Meet with faculty member to sign-off on the form Submit registration to gradlife@uni.edu Only Electronic submissions will accepted Registration forms are due by February 7, 2014 Encourage peers to participate Invite faculty, staff, friends, family, and peers!
32. Remember… Registration forms must be completed and submitted no later than February 7, 2014 Your project does not need to finished for you to participate in the symposium. Judging forms are available to download on the symposium website Registration Form: http://www.grad.uni.edu/graduate-student-symposium Submit completed registration forms to gradlife@uni.edu
33. General Conference Etiquette Conduct yourself in a professional manner Turn off cell phones Be punctual for your presentation or performance Respect others while they are presenting or performing Do not enter the room during another participant's presentation or performance
34. Thank you! Graduate College Office: Lang Hall 110 (319) 273-2748 http://www.grad.uni.edu/graduate-student-symposium Susie Schwieger: Director of Graduate Student Lifesusan.schwieger@uni.edu Graduate Assistants’ Office: Lang Hall 112 (319)-273-3803 gradlife@uni.edu