Instructions for Poster Presentation

Your presentation should contain succinct headings that organize and logically display the information. Graphics should be explicit and brief. Elaboration is best done verbally -- just as if it were an oral presentation using slides. A short legible “Introduction” and a “Summary of Conclusions” are essential. The poster display should focus on:

- Hypothesis or Objectives

- Methods

- Results or Outcomes

The area for displaying poster materials is 4’ high X 8’ wide less a 2” frame on all four sides. The surface is fiberboard contained in a 2” wide frame and firmly supported on “A frame” legs. The display stands approximately 7’ high. All illustrations (figures, tables, diagrams, equations, etc.) should be developed beforehand. Keep text and figure legends explicit and brief. Illustrations must be read from distances of approximately 4’. Charts, drawings, and illustrations should be similar to those you would use in making slides. Pushpins and velcro will be provided to mount your poster materials. Do not mount your presentation materials on heavy poster board because they may be difficult to keep in position. Do not write or draw on the poster board surface.