Things to consider BEFORE a conference and/or poster presentation:
- Transporting and installing your poster
- Check the weather and prepare accordingly!
- Determine ahead of time what kind of display space is available and what materials will be provided
- Is your poster supposed to be mounted? Hung up?
- Good items to bring:
- Business cards
- Research handout
- Paper // pen
- Water
- Tape
- Binder clips // sturdy pins
Things to remember DURING a conference and/or poster session:
- Tell the visitors who you are!
- Degree program
- School affiliation (Penn State Berks)
- Know your research!
- Anticipate questions and have prepared responses
- Manage visitors
- Know your audience
- Faculty vs. students, experts in your field vs. novices
- Make connections