The event recognizes and rewards student research on campus. The top paper will also receive a monetary award. Students will present their research in a poster session, a non-threatening and informal atmosphere. The audience will walk around, look at the posters, and ask questions.
Presenters stand near their posters and answer a variety of questions.
Past presenters report that they enjoyed talking about their research, that the experience increased their confidence, and that comments from others were exciting. Guidelines for creating an effective poster presentation can be found on the internet. The student editors and reviewers of Scholars will evaluate the research papers and determine the winners of the Student Scholar Awards. Criteria include academic rigor, clear writing, creativity and the intrinsic importance or worthiness of the topic. Participation is open to all students.