Presenter Resources

The Stander Symposium offers free poster printing to students presenting a poster on the day of the Stander.  See details on formatting and printing your poster below.  Additionally we have provided some resources to help with writing your abstract, which is to be submitted with your symposium registration and will be printed in the Symposium abstract book.

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:http://ltc.udayton.edu/writeplace/.  Also review the websites listed below.

Poster Printing Instructions

POSTER PREP

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.

Download Poster Template (PowerPoint file) >>

Your poster should:

  • be only ONE page and horizontal (final printed size will be 48” wide by 36” high)
  • be saved as a PDF and submitted as a PDF
  • NOT include watermarks or color backgrounds (your file should be no larger than 48MB)
  • 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) >>

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:http://ltc.udayton.edu/writeplace/.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR PRINTING YOUR POSTER.

Students in the School of Engineering, Department of Visual Arts, and the Geology/Biology Departments are encouraged to utilize the large format printers in their areas to alleviate some of the printing demand on the Stander printer.  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@gmail.com. Your poster will be printed within 24 hours.
  3. Check your email for a message from standerposterprint@gmail.com to pick up your printed poster.
  4. Pick-up your printed poster at the Circulation Desk located on the first floor of Roesch Library. The hours to pick-up your printed poster are listed below. 

Dates & Hours of Operation:
The free Stander poster printing will be available at the end of March 2012 up until the day of the Symposium.  Please check back in March for specific dates and hours.  

Other printing options near campus include UDP&D, Kinko’s, and Oregon Printing. Please note you will be responsible for all charges associated with printing your poster at these establishments.

Questions

Contact the Stander Coordinator at stander@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.