Instructions for Poster Presentations
This page has information on creating a poster presentation (in-person), printing posters, and developing virtual poster presentations.
Information on Creating a Poster Presentation (In-Person)
Research and Creative Achievement Week (RCAW) is an occasion for the display, performance, and evaluation of student research and creative activity projects, whether originating solely from student(s) or carried out collaboratively with faculty.
During the two-hour poster sessions, students will provide a brief overview of the study displayed on the poster and then answer questions. Students will have an opportunity to discuss their projects with at least two judges. Other RCAW attendees may also be in the vicinity. For more information on judging, see the judging instructions (PDF).
Posters should be 36″ x 48″. Below are links to templates that can be changed and/or modified the for the purposes of your presentation.
Instructions for RCAW 2026 Printing
Students (or mentors) should plan to pay $30-40 for a poster to be printed at Joyner or Laupus Library. In recent years, we have been able to waive this fee for the students to print one poster. We will notify presenters if we are able to waive the fee. However, students should plan for payment in the event that funding for posters is not available. This page will be updated if fee waivers become available.
University Excused Absence – Dean of Students Website
Student presenters are eligible for a University Excused Absence if your poster presentation conflicts with one of your courses. Students need to follow the normal procedures to request a University Excused Absence by reviewing the information on the Dean of Students website.