UW-River Falls

Presentation Format

Poster Presentation: Posters can be a maximum of 48”wide. (If your poster is wider, please contact us at (715) 425-3256. We may be able to accommodate other sizes.) It is strictly a poster presentation; no exhibits, models, tables or computers may be used with the poster. Presenters will be expected to be available to discuss their posters at the assigned times. Posters can only be attached to the display boards by push pins or Velcro. We will have push pins and Velcro available, but please feel free to bring your own.

Oral Presentation: Presentations are scheduled for a maximum of 15 minutes, including a question-and-answer period. Sessions will be moderated and the time limit enforced. All PowerPoint presentations must be on a computer CD. All computers will be equipped with CD drives but we will not guarantee availability of disk drives or zip drives. All rooms will be equipped with a laptop computer (with CD drive), projector, screen, overhead projector and flip chart.

Artistic Performance: Performances include literary readings, theatre, music or dance. The works must be original, or interpretation/research based on an existing work. Performances may be solo or ensemble. A maximum of 30 minutes is allotted for each performance, including a question-and-answer period.

Gallery Exhibit: All forms of visual art, including original painting, sculpture, photography, prints, textile arts, drawings, pottery, metal, etc., will be considered for acceptance as gallery exhibits. In your abstract, please identify the amount of space you need. Exhibit set-up will be from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 24, or from 7:30 – 8:15 a.m. on Friday, April 25. Presenters will be expected to be available to discuss their exhibit at the assigned times.

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