Sociology Research Poster Competition at UB Deadline for submission (March 20, 2009)
The Department of Sociology, in conjunction with Alpha Kappa Delta, the International Sociology Honor Society, is sponsoring a Sociology Research Poster Competition. The purpose of this competition is to both encourage and recognize Sociological research performed by undergraduates here at UB. Research posters submitted to this competition may be on any substantive Sociology topic, may utilize any sociological research methodology, and may use any sociological theories and concepts. The posters should demonstrate innovative and original thinking.
- First Prize: $100
- Second Prize: $75
- Third Prize: $50
Eligibility
This competition is open to all undergraduates currently enrolled at UB. Projects/research used for course credit may be submitted for the competition. Posters may be submitted as either sole authored or with multiple authors (prizes will be awarded per poster).
Submission Guidelines
- Posters should be submitted to Dr. Sampson Lee Blair, Director of Undergraduate Studies, Department of Sociology, 430 Park Hall. Deadline for submission is March 20, 2009. Projects may be displayed using up to a 36” by 48” space.
- Posters should include a title, brief abstract (approximately 50 words), graphs/tables/charts/photos, a description of theories and research methods used, and findings and conclusions. All text should be legible at a distance of 3 to 4 feet. A cover letter which details the purpose and significance of the work should accompany the poster. Any questions concerning poster format may be directed to Dr. Blair at slblair@buffalo.edu.
Competition winners will be announced on March 27, 2009.
Information, suggestions, and examples of poster design may be found at: http://ublib.buffalo.edu/libraries/asl/guides/bio/posters.html.
