1. Title of your Poster Presentation
Student Presenter’s Name(s) Course Name (e.g., UNIV 1301 Learning Framework) Mentor’s Name, Title, Department (e.g, Dr. John Smith, Professor, History)
Provide an overview of your project which summaries each section of the poster.
Abstract
Explain what you did in your service learning project. Detail your (and any other authors) role in the project. In this section consider using graphs, histograms, and other visuals to display your data or stages in the development of artwork, etc.
Methods
Conclusions/Recommendations
Briefly identify significant findings and impact of work, including community benefits if applicable. For ongoing projects, include any early (preliminary) findings or any promising aspects of your work. For completed projects, consider identifying ‘next’ steps or future directions that the research/scholarly/creative work might take.
GRAPHICS:
Include a caption for graphics and/or artwork that explains the graphic shows. Photos are a good way to draw attention to your poster. Avoid use of clip art unless there is no other image available. Images obtained from the web or other sources should be referenced.
TABLES:
Clearly label graph axes, be simple, and use colors that are easy to see against the background.
Provide background on agency/community partner and course. You may also include a brief literature review.
Background/Introduction
If your project was funded (all or part) from grants and/or awards, identify the source(s) of support. You also can acknowledge individuals that provided data and/or feedback to you.
Acknowledgements
Detail your (and any other authors) role in the project and your purpose in completing the project.
Purpose
Reflection
Be brief and include only the most important findings from your study and your interpretation of your data.
RECOMMENDATION: Use graphics, pictures, and other graphics to illustrate your findings. For works of art, include high resolution images. ALL graphics and images should include a caption that provides a clear, concise explanation. Relate figures/graphics/artwork to your text.
RECOMMENDATION 2: Use a combination of text and graphics.
This section can be smaller than 24 point font. Use this section for listing sources/references. The text box is already set up with hanging indents (all lines after the first in each reference are indented.)
References