All matriculated graduate students are invited to participate in the 6th Annual Graduate Student Research Fair on May 10, 2019 in the Campbell Student Union. The Fair now encompasses FOUR events:
4-Minute Thesis Contest | Assembly Hall | 4 p.m.
Thesis completers from December 2018 - May 2019 have the opportunity to present their research in a fun, creative way. The contest intends to celebrate the exciting research conducted by graduate students across a spectrum of disciplines. The goal of the contest is to provide an environment where graduate students have the opportunity to explain their research in four-minutes in a language appropriate to a non-specialist audience and in as entertaining a way as possible. Each participants receives $50 for participating, the winner receives $250! Students must follow all rules and regulations and must register online by Wednesday, April 24, 2019.
Graduate School Awards Presentation | Social Hall | 5 p.m.
Outstanding Master's Project and Thesis Awardees and their advisers will be acknowledged. Awardees are determined by the Graduate Advisory Council. These year, four students, one from each academic school will receive this prestigious award.
Graduate Student Poster Presentation | Social Hall | Following Awards (5:30 p.m.)
Poster presentation for graduate students to display and discuss their research with the campus and local community. Presenters must register online by Wednesday, April 24, 2019 and submit their designed poster to Creative Services by Friday, May 3rd (NO EXCEPTIONS). Students who submit their posters by Wednesday, May 1st will have the cost of their poster paid by the GSA. Please follow the guidelines set by the GSA for your poster presentation. Template options are also available to you.
End of Year Happy Hour Celebration | Social Hall | 7 - 8:30 p.m.
All matriculated graduate students are invited to attend this end of year celebration. Advance RSVP is encouraged to ensure adequate accommodations.
Refreshments and cash bar will be available throughout the duration of the Fair. Registration for the Thesis Contest and Poster Presentation closes on Wednesday, April 24. RSVPs for the Awards Ceremony and Happy Hour Celebration will continue being received through Friday, May 3rd. Please utilize the online registration form to register or RSVP.
Please contact the Graduate Student Association with any questions.
