Research Poster Presentation

Posters are visual presentations of research or a project that illustrates a research question, methodology, and outcomes. Posters will be displayed throughout the conference.  During a designated time slot, presenters will discuss their research or project with other conference attendees.

To present a poster, click the "Submisison Portal" link and submit the following information:

• Cover Page: Include the author’s name, email, institutional affiliation, and undergraduate status (year of study), as well as the name and email of the student’s faculty advisor/sponsor.

• Abstract: An abstract of no more than 150 words describing the research or project.

• Synopsis: A three-page description (double-spaced, properly formatted) which includes your research questions and major findings.

Sociological Project Presentations

Increasingly, academic endeavors are culminating in content that is not in research paper format.  Videos, podcasts, personal narratives, white papers, etc., are gaining in popularity in the courses we teach.  Students are invited to present their non-research based projects at this conference.  Project presentations will be limited to 10 minutes.

To present a non-research based project, click the "Submisison Portal" link and submit the following information:

• Cover Page: Include the author’s name, email, institutional affiliation, and undergraduate status (year of study), as well as the name and email of the student’s faculty advisor/sponsor.

• Abstract: An abstract of no more than 150 words describing the project.

• Synopsis: A three-page description (double-spaced, properly formatted) of the project.

• Technology: Indicate what technology will need to be provided in order to display your project. 

Roundtable Discussions

Roundtable discussions are organized conversations about a topic. Scholars will have the opportunity to share their experiences, research, and projects in a less formal and smaller session. Both ongoing and complete projects are appropriate for roundtable discussions. The roundtable format provides a low stress opportunity to engage and share with others. 

The categories for student roundtable discussions are: 

1. Applied and Public Sociology

2. Student Engagement

A roundtable for instructors in regards to teaching sociology will also be included. Scholars will make 3-5 minute presentations at the table, and a moderator will facilitate dialogue amongst the group. Presenters should come prepared with pictures, hand-outs, or other items needed to illustrate their activities.

Applied and Public Sociology

Applied and public sociology includes community-based projects such as  fieldwork, activism, practicums, partnerships, internships, service learning activities, and volunteer experiences.  Any experience that takes the student out of the classroom and into the community would be appropriate for this category.  

Student Engagement

This category is for projects that seem not to fit in other places.  Individual and group projects that require the application of sociological concepts but are extra or co-curricular in nature could include such things as starting or leading a student club, organizing a rally,  producing a podcast, creating a photo essay, etc.  

Teaching Sociology - FOR INSTRUCTORS

This session is for those who teach sociology. Instructors will share teaching strategies, ideas, and activities that have been found to engage students and promote learning.  If you teach sociology and would like to share ideas with your peers, consider submitting an activity for discussion at this round table.  

To make a presentation in a roundtable discussion, click the "Submisison Portal" link and submit the following information:

• Cover Page: Include the author’s name, email, institutional affiliation, and undergraduate status (year of study), as well as the name and email of the student’s faculty advisor/sponsor

• Please indicate the proper category of your project (Applied/Public Sociology, Student Engagement, or Teaching Sociology)

• Description: A brief (150 word or less) description of the project 

• Synopsis of Project: A two-page recount of the project.  Include a rationale for the project, timeline of events, activities completed, lessons learned, and other relevant information.