Information for Presenters

Abstract Writing Workshops:

Pre-registration is not required to attend the workshops listed below.

• Monday, March 2, 2026; 11 a.m. to Noon; NILS 240
• Tuesday, March 3, 2026; 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.; NILS 240
• You may join both sessions via Zoom by using the link below:

Join the Abstract Writing Zoom Meeting

Poster Development Workshops:

Pre-registration is not required to attend the workshops listed below.

• Monday, March 9, 2026; 11 a.m. to Noon; NILS 240
• Tuesday, March 10, 2026; 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.; NILS 240
• You may join both sessions via Zoom by using the link below:

Join the Poster Development Zoom Meeting

All presenters are required to check in before their presentation and collect a packet containing their name tag, poster, certificate of attendance, lunch ticket and other conference materials.

• Printed Posters: Presenters who have submitted their posters for printing through the Office of Research must pick them up in advance during one of the designated pickup times listed below.
• Check-In Options: Presenters who do not need to pick up a printed poster may check in during the scheduled times below or on the day of the event.

  • Monday, April 13, 2026: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; SULB 150F (SULB Concourse)

  • Tuesday, April 14, 2026: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; SULB 150F (SULB Concourse)

  • Wednesday, April 15, 2026: Noon to 4 p.m.; SULB 150F (SULB Concourse)

• Posters will be displayed on easels. We recommend using hard-mounted, flat presentation boards that do not exceed 48 inches (W) x 36 inches (H). If you have a paper poster, cardboard backing will be available at the event for temporary mounting.

• Printing & Pickup: Posters submitted to the Office of Research for printing must be picked up in advance.
• Setup Time: Presenters should arrive at least 15 minutes before their scheduled presentation to set up their posters. Setup begins at 8 A.M. on April 16, 2026.
• Poster Placement: Spaces are not assigned; faculty and students may choose a location that best suits their needs on a first-come, first-serve basis.
• Additional Display Items: For presenters who indicated during registration that they will display books, artifacts, or other materials, a limited number of tables will be available and pre-assigned. Please look for a table labeled with your name and presentation title.
• Post-Session Cleanup: Presenters are responsible for removing their posters and materials at the conclusion of their presentation session.

Several resources for developing scientific posters are listed below:

• Purdue Online Writing Lab: SURF Workshop Resources: Designing Scientific Research Posters
• Poster Presentations: Design and Delivery (Joanne Lax, Graduate Technical Communications and Professional Development Specialist) Purdue Graduate Engineering

The Office of Research offers free poster printing for participants (students and faculty) who register to present during the event.

Poster Guidelines & Submission Instructions:

• Design Requirements: Posters must be created in PowerPoint using a Custom Slide Size of 48 in (W) x 36 in (H) and saved as a PDF.
• Templates: Students may use the following pre-sized PowerPoint templates:
  • PowerPoint Template 1
  • PowerPoint Template 2
  • Instructions: For step-by-step guidance on creating and saving posters in PowerPoint, refer to Detailed Instructions.

Poster Submission Deadline & Pickup:

• Final posters must be submitted by April 2, 2026, via the Poster Printing Submission Portal.
• Please ensure that your poster is final, edited and reviewed before submission, as reprints will not be possible.
• Printed posters will be available for pickup during the designated times listed below.

  • Monday, April 13, 2026: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; SULB 150F (SULB Concourse)

  • Tuesday, April 14, 2026: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; SULB 150F (SULB Concourse)

  • Wednesday, April 15, 2026: Noon to 4 p.m.; SULB 150F (SULB Concourse)

There is no registration fee for this event.

There is no formal dress code for the event. Presenters are encouraged to dress in a manner that reflects the professional nature of the symposium and allows them to present comfortably.

Presenters are expected to be present at their posters for the duration of their assigned presentation session to engage with attendees and answer questions. Brief breaks are acceptable, but presenters should be available for the majority of the session.

A limited number of power outlets will be available in the presentation space. Presenters who require an outlet are encouraged to arrive early to increase the likelihood of securing a space near an outlet.

Yes. Certificates of participation will be provided to student presenters during the registration process.

To request a disability-related accommodation, please contact the Office of Civil Rights at civilrights@pnw.edu or (219) 989-2163 five days prior to the event.

In accordance with Purdue policies, all persons have equal access to Purdue University’s educational programs, services, and activities, without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or status as a veteran. See Purdue’s Nondiscrimination Policy Statement. If you have any questions or concerns regarding these policies, please contact the Office for Civil Rights at civilrights@pnw.edu or (219) 989-2337.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these policies, please contact the Office of Civil Rights at civilrights@pnw.edu or (219) 989-2337.

Each student presenter will receive a food voucher that may be used during the week of the event. In addition, light refreshments will be available during the symposium, including water, soda, coffee, tea, fruit, granola bars, and cookies.

Yes. Presenters may bring their own poster; please ensure that it is professional in appearance and suitable for display.

Yes. Digital or interactive elements may be used as a supplement to a physical poster. Presenters are responsible for providing any necessary equipment, and access to power outlets may be limited.

Yes. Photographs and/or recordings may be taken during the event and may be used by the university for promotional, marketing, or archival purposes.

Yes. The Days of Discovery Research Symposium is open to the campus community and the public, and friends and family are welcome to attend.