PRESENTING YOUR POSTER

Prepare a 3-5 minute verbal explanation

• Some people will ask you to "walk me through your poster."
• Don't just read the poster.
• Instead, give the big picture explaining why the problem is important.
• Use the graphics on your poster to illustrate and support your findings and recommendations.

Prepare a summary handout

• You want people to remember your work - a handout provides a written record for readers.
• You can include a miniature version of your poster plus more detailed graphics, tables, and prose.
• The handout is something else you can refer to when talking to people about your work.
• Be sure to include complete contact information.

Bring a cardboard cylinder

• Use it for your final printed version to help prevent damage to the poster.

Have a backup copy

• Save the poster to a USB drive (CD is also acceptable).