Northern Illinois University
Office of Student Engagement and Experiential Learning
Division of Academic Affairs

Presentation Options

• Poster Presentation - Posters should be no larger than 32” x 40”. The poster will hang by pushpins on a show wall. No foam boards will be allowed. Presenters should be prepared to stand next to their poster for the entire duration of their scheduled presentation time and should prepare a three-five minute overview of their project. The poster will be displayed for the entire event.
• Exhibit - Exhibits should be no larger than three feet wide and will be in the same room with all other projects. Students should be prepared to stand next to their exhibit for the duration of their scheduled presentation to share about their project and answer questions.

URAD and CES Poster Design and Project Display Workshops

Need help designing your presentation for Undergraduate Research and Artistry Day or the Community Engagement Showcase (CES)? We strongly encourage all students interested in presenting to attend a workshops.

All workshops will be approximately 45-60 minutes long.

Other Resources

• Poster Template (PPT)
• URAD Poster Guidelines (PDF)
• Judge Rubrics (PDF)
• FAQ (PDF)

Prepare for URAD

Most students are new to events such as URAD. It's an exciting event full of energetic people who care deeply about the topics and projects they're discussing - that's what makes it so fun! But it can be overwhelming as a first-time presenter/attendee. Get more information about way to prepare and what to expect during the day of the event.