Poster Boards/Stands are available to hold posters during campus events such as conferences and poster sessions. Reservations are coordinated by Marcy Seavey, STEM Support Services, Academic Affairs. Contact Marcy at: Marcene.Seavey@uni.edu
Presenting
PRESENT: Poster presentations are a conversation between the presenter and attendees who stop by your poster. Usually the presenter shares a very short summary and attendees ask questions.
PREPARE: Be ready to give a very short (1-2 minute) summary of your research to attendees. Use notecards if necessary but it's best to practice enough that you don't need them; it's nice to have your hands free to gesture to relevant sections of your poster as you talk. Prepare responses to questions attendees are likely to ask.
PRACTICE: Do a practice run with friends, classmates, and/or advisors. They can help you predict some questions attendees might ask.
WEAR: Professional attire is usually recommended. Be comfortable yet professional. Minimize jewelery, makeup, and perfume/cologne/other scented products. Specific conferences/programs may have specific attire trends, and it's always fine to ask what's acceptable.
