Center for Undergraduate Research and Engaged Learning

Poster Presenter Resources

Resources to help student scholars with their in-person poster presentations.

• Presentation Attire

  The symposium is a professional event. All presenters are asked to dress in business casual attire. Presenters should wear a button-down shirt, collared shirt, nice blouse, or polo shirt; tie/blazers are optional. If you do not have professional attire, you can reach out to the UCR Career Center to access their R'Closet for professional clothing options for students.

• Arrival Times

  10:00 AM Presenters: Plan to have your poster hung between 9:00 & 9:30 AM. Then be at your poster 5-10 minutes before your presentation time.

  12:00 PM Presenters: Plan to have your poster hung between 11:00 & 11:30 AM. Then be at your poster 5-10 minutes before your presentation time.

  2:00 PM Presenters: Plan to have your poster hung between 1:00 & 1:30 PM. Then be at your poster 5-10 minutes before your presentation time.

• Poster Printing
  1. Digital Print Services - UCR Campus Business Services

  Large Format Posters, Signs & Banners | UCR Campus Business Services
  Lead time: approx. 3 days
  Price: Estimated $69.84 for 36 in. x 48 in. (satin finish photo paper)

  • Payment method: credit card or COA
  • Addl. $8.50 for a tube
  • Order form

  Digital Print Services

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  2. Poster Printing Services - Orbach Library (1st floor, Room 121)
  Poster Printing Plotter Policies
  Lead time: Most single posters can be printed during the 15-minute appointment. Orders of multiple posters may require additional lead time.

  • Recommended to schedule an appointment (9am-4pm)
  • Walk-in also available Mon-Fri 12PM-4PM, but subject to staff availability.

  Price: $20 for 42 in. x up to 48 in. (& 0.25 in. border on each side)

  • Payment method: Bear Bucks
  • For more detailed information on size, price, and printing restrictions, visit https://guides.lib.ucr.edu/plotter/prices.

  Contact info: Andrew Morales, RS Dept. Assistant: (951) 827-6423

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  3. Design & Print Custom Posters Online | FedEx Office
  Lead time: 1-2 days

  • If shipping, usually under 1 week

  Price: Around $75 for 36 in. x 48 in. (~$69 plus tax)

  • Shipping seems to cost a minimum of $10

  Pickup Locations within 10 mi of UCR:

  • 6095 Magnolia Ave: (951) 682-4200
  • 2694 Canyon Springs Pkwy: (951) 413-1852
  • 1440 South E St (San Bernardino): (909) 381-6282
  • 10051 Magnolia Ave: (951) 687-1023

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  4. SoCal Poster Board

  • Please see link above for details and printing deadline
  • 10051 Magnolia Ave: (951) 687-1023

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  5. Spoonflower

  • An alternative to traditional paper print - print on cloth!
• UCR Branding Guidelines

  You are encouraged to use UCR Branded Assets when creating your poster. You can access official UCR logos at brand.ucr.edu/downloadable-assets

• Poster Design Guidelines

  Poster Design workshops to be announced soon!

  The recommended poster size is 3' feet (height) by 4' feet (width) (36" inches X 48" inches). Posters should not exceed 48" inches X 96" inches. Consult your faculty mentor for guidance on expectations in your discipline.
  
  Poster Elements:

  • Title: Place your title at the top of the poster and make sure that the text is at least 2 inches in height.
  • Collaborators: presenter name & major, faculty mentor & department, other collaborators & institutional affiliations
  • Introduction/Background: What is the problem/topic and why is it important?
  • Design & Methods
  • Results/Discussion
  • Conclusions & Implications
  • References
  • Acknowledgments
  • Contact information/QR Code

  Formatting:

  • Do not use more than two fonts; instead add depth with bold, italic, or different font sizes.
  • Suggested typefaces: Times New Roman, Arial, and Garamond.
  • The body type for the main sections should be at least 18 points and should be large enough to read from three feet away. Edit, review, and spell-check all the elements of your poster display.
  • Incorporate appropriate graphics in your poster. Label or describe any charts, tables, figures, graphs, or photos that you use and make sure all edges line up evenly.
  • Use a color scheme that is easy to view and is consistent with your white space between sections of text, figures, and headings.
  • It is best to prepare and practice a five-minute summary speech about your project This is an excellent networking opportunity, so it is important to interact professionally and be willing to answer questions.
• Best Posters from 2024

  Check out the best posters from last year's symposium: