Welcome to the Boston University UROP Poster Presenter Community Site!
Checklist of items to complete
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Review
Click on the image to download the guidelines
WHAT IS AN EPOSTERBOARD?
ePosterBoards are the future of poster presentations! One board consists of a large format, 48-inch flat panel monitor, a stand, a touchscreen Surface tablet, and assorted cables.
Event Details / Agenda
Date/Time:
Friday, October 17 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM EDT
Venue:
Metcalf Ballroom
775 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA
Check-In:
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM EDT
Presenters:
Approximately 54 presenters per session
Presentation Time:
Each presenter will have a total of 45 minutes, including both their presentation and Q&A.
MAKE THE MOST OUT OF YOUR EPOSTER PRESENTATION
Formatting Guidelines
Click on the link to the left of the screen to review event guidelines tutorial videos
Important Items to Note:
Slide Size: 40.97 x 23.04
Font Size: 28 pt or larger
Save file as Lastname.Firstname
Formatting Do’s and Don’ts
Please review this video to ensure you follow the formatting guidelines when working on your ePoster.
Technical Webinar
Sign up below the technical webinar below to learn the latest tips and tricks for creating your ePoster presentations.
The Webinar covers following information:
-ePoster Templates
-Formatting Guidelines
-Do's and Don'ts for your ePoster
August 6th from 5:30-7:00pm EDT
Submit
1. Choose an ePoster Template
2. Follow Formatting Guidelines to ensure your poster meets the following requirements:
Submit One Files:
Your Static Poster, which will be presented live on the day of the event
3. Ready to Submit?
Posters are due by: September 26th at 11:59pm
Use the Orange Link to move to the Submission Website to Upload your File
*THE UPLOAD PORTAL SHUTS DOWN ON THE DATE LISTED ABOVE, YOU CAN STILL MAKE EDITS AFTER YOU SUBMIT*
Prepare
ePosterboards Videos
Watch ePosterboards Videos
Watch ePosterboards Videos to learn how to format your ePoster and learn how to use an ePoster Template
Find Poster Assignment/Session Schedule
Click on the black button on the left hand side of the screen to an interactive poster assignment sheet. Note the login days and times.
Check-In for Poster Presentation on October 17
Check-in at the Technical Support Help Desk in the Metcalf Ballroom according to your session time:
8:00–8:30 AM – Session 4 Presenters
8:30–9:00 AM – Session 3 Presenters
9:00–9:30 AM – Session 2 Presenters
9:30–10:00 AM – Session 1 Presenters
Before You Arrive:
Remember to submit your ePoster prior to the event by the deadline.
Bring a backup of your ePoster on a thumb drive.
Test your ePoster at your assigned station, if you are having difficulties, please let us know so we can help.