ABSTRACT WRITING

An abstract is a summary of a larger document that highlights major points covered in the work, concisely describes the content and scope of the writing, and identifies the methodology used. Your abstract should include your objective, methods, results, and conclusions. For the Stander Symposium, your abstract must be fewer than 300 words.

Need writing support? Make an appointment with the Write Place to have one of their staff review your abstract. To learn more about the Write Place and to schedule an appointment visit their website. Also review the websites listed below.

• Colorado State University Writing Center
• Purdue University Online Writing Lab

Stander Poster PowerPoint Template
Poster Content & Design Presentation (Google Doc)
Save PowerPoint Presentations as PDF Files

Think of a poster as a summary of your work, advertisement of your research, and source of information. A poster is visual communication of your research, not your research copy and pasted on to a slide. Here are some good examples of a final poster:
Example 1: Chemistry (PDF) >>
Example 2: Biology (PDF) >>
Example 3: Health and Sport Science (PDF) >>
Example 4: Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (PDF) >>

Overall, please remember that poster sessions are posters. Displays should be graphical in nature and easy to read from several feet away.

1.  The poster board surfaces are three (3) feet high by four (4) feet wide. A table will be provided for you to place handouts or other supplementary materials on. Pins or thumbtacks for mounting your display are provided. These are the only materials provided to you.

2.  A heading should be prepared for your presentation using lettering at least one and one half (1 ½) inches high. Indicate the title of the presentation, the name(s) of the presenter(s), their department, and their faculty advisor(s)/co-advisor(s) on the heading.

3.  All lettering should be simple, bold, and easily legible at a distance of (4) feet.

4.  Visuals should dominate your presentation. Think in terms of graphic impact. Charts, drawings, photographs, and other illustrations are encouraged.

5. Download and use the prepared PowerPoint template, which will help you determine font sizes and image quality control. Consult with your faculty advisor on the content and design of your poster.

6. Your poster should

• be only ONE page and horizontal (final printed size will be 48 inches wide by 36 inches high).
• be saved as a PDF and submitted as a PDF.
• NOT include watermarks or color backgrounds (your file should be no larger than 48 MB).
• use high-resolution images for best printing results (300 dpi).
• be reviewed by your faculty advisor BEFORE you print it.

Need writing support? Make an appointment with the Write Place to have one of their staff review your poster. To learn more about the Write Place and to schedule an appointment visit their website.

The Stander Symposium offers free poster printing to students presenting a poster on the day of the Stander. Deadline to submit your poster for printing is Monday, April 8, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.  No posters will be accepted after this date. See details on preparing, formatting, printing, and presenting your poster below.

• Download Poster Template (PowerPoint file)
• Poster Content & Design presentation (Google Doc) >>

INSTRUCTIONS FOR PREPARING YOUR POSTER FOR PRINTING

Download and use the prepared PowerPoint template, which will help you determine font sizes and image quality control. Consult with your faculty advisor on the content and design of your poster.

Your poster should:

• be only ONE page and horizontal (final printed size will be 48 inches wide by 36 inches high).
• be saved as a PDF and submitted as a PDF.
• NOT include watermarks or color backgrounds (your file should be no larger than 48 MB).
• use high-resolution images for best printing results (300 dpi).
• be reviewed by your faculty advisor BEFORE you print it.

Here are some good examples of a final poster:
Example 1: Chemistry (PDF) >>
Example 2: Biology (PDF) >>
Example 3: Health and Sport Science (PDF) >>
Example 4: Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (PDF) >>

SUBMITTING YOUR POSTER FOR PRINTING

Print your poster early to avoid the last minute rush and to ensure you receive your poster on time.

To print:

1. Review your poster in detail for any errors BEFORE you submit it for printing. Because of the cost of printing supplies, only one poster can be printed per student presenter.
2. Email the final PDF of your poster to standerposterprint@udayton.edu. Students must provide the name of the person picking up the poster when submitting their file. Please include the name in the body of the email. Submit your poster by Monday, April 8, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. No posters will be accepted after this date.
3. Printed poster pick-up dates: Monday, April 15 and Tuesday, April 16, 2024, between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. at the hello desk on the first floor of the Roesch Library.

Questions
Contact Stander poster printing at standerposterprint@udayton.edu.

Disclaimer
We are not liable for any damage(s) resulting from or through the act of printing the poster. For archival and assessment purposes the Stander Symposium will keep a copy of the PDF poster files printed.

ORAL PRESENTATIONS
Each student has been given a 20-minute time slot for their presentation. This allows 15-minutes to present (including set-up time) and 5-minutes for questions. For group projects, multiple 20-minute slots may have been requested to accommodate the group of students. Please be aware of your time as there will be another presenter after you. Bring your presentation on a USB flash drive and have it backed up in the cloud. Presentation spaces will be equipped with a computer, projector, and presentation remote.

PANEL DISCUSSIONS
Rooms will be setup with a panel table and chairs in front, along with a podium and will be equipped with a computer and projector if you want to show presentations. Please be aware of your time as there will be another presenter after you. If you have a presentation, please bring it on a USB flash drive and have it backed up in the cloud.

PORCH PROJECTS
Each project has been given a 20-minute time slot. This allows 15-minutes to present (including set up time) and 5-minutes for questions. Please be aware of your time. The Stander coordinator will work with you on your presentation equipment and seating needs for your porch.

PERFORMANCES, VISUAL ARTS DISPLAYS, AND OTHER FORMATS
You have been assigned a space that meets the special needs you requested. If you have additional requests or questions please email Andrea Wade.