2025 Student Expo FAQ

Are there special precautions for COVID?

At this time, there are no special precautions.

What are the criteria for in-person Student Expo judging?

Presentations (10 min) will be judged based on the presentation of the work. Presenters should clearly state:

  • What did they did/are they doing?
  • Why do it? What is the need/context to other work in the field?
  • How did/will they do it? What methods will/did they use?
  • How will their work further knowledge in the field/benefit or impact society?
  • Judges will award a 1st ($150) and 2nd ($75 prize) or two joint 1st place prizes ($112.50) if one UG and one G recipient for regular sessions.

In addition, students can compete for special sessions, as are described on the registration form.

Will there be special sessions awards?

Yes, students are eligible to compete for judging in up to two Special Session Awards in addition to their regular session. This year, there will be fewer Special Sessions. Each participating department will hold its own poster sessions with judging prior to the Student Expo on April 8, 2025. These Special Session Awards will be presented during the Student Expo. Monetary awards may vary depending on the Special Session and will be awarded after the Student Expo.

Is there a social media option?

No. This year there will be no social media option. Feel free to take a picture of you, your team, and your research or creative activity and tag the following social media links for all to celebrate: 

Instagram: @BobcatsDiscover

LinkedIn: @BobcatsDiscover

X: @BobcatsDiscover

Will there be food and drinks available?

Yes. This year Ohio University Culinary Services will have stations set up inside Walter Fieldhouse. They will be doing two meal sessions. The 1st session will be serving breakfast items. The 2nd session will be serving lunch items. The food items will be available to purchase using a debit/credit card only. No cash sales permitted. 

What are the Poster Requirements?

Poster Size: 36 x 48 

Poster Finish: Matte finish preferred

Printing: Ask your home department for assistance or contact printing@ohio.edu 

Will there be shirts?

Yes. Ohio University Alden Library have once again graciously donated funds to support this initiative. Short-sleeve t-shirts will be given to registered participants. Sizes will be determined during the registration process, and t-shirts will be handed out prior to the Expo date. Participants will receive communications via email and/or news releases regarding this date.