Advancing Research: Maseeh College PhD Day
May 15th | 10 am–4 pm
Smith Ballroom
A college‑wide research showcase connecting students at every level with advanced scholarship and discovery. Doctoral Day highlights the work of Maseeh College PhD students while creating opportunities for undergraduate and master’s students to engage in research presentation, feedback, and academic community‑building. The program features poster sessions, Three‑Minute Thesis (3MT) presentations, keynote talks, and awards recognizing excellence across degree levels.
Who Should Participate
- PhD students (Maseeh) — Present research through a poster or 3‑Minute Thesis (3MT) presentation
- Undergraduate & Master’s students (any STEM discipline) — Present posters during the Pre‑Doctoral STEM Symposium
- Faculty, staff, and guests — Attend any portion of the event with an RSVP
Presentation Formats
- Poster Presentation
Visual research presentations displayed during scheduled sessions. Available to undergraduate, master’s, and PhD participants based on session eligibility. - Three‑Minute Thesis (3MT)
Concise oral presentations designed to communicate research to a broad audience. Open to MCECS PhD participants.
Tentative Agenda
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Pre‑Doctoral STEM Symposium
Poster presentations by undergraduate and master’s students
12:00–1:00 p.m.
Lunch & Keynote
Open to all attendees
1:00–4:00 p.m.
Doctoral Research Presentations
Poster and 3MT presentations by MCECS PhD students
Awards & Recognition
Awards will be presented by academic level:
Awards will also be given by presentation category:
- Poster
- Three‑Minute Thesis (3MT)
Participation Timeline
- April 10 — Deadline to commit to presenting a poster or 3MT
- April 29 — Deadline to submit poster files or 3MT presentation materials
- Poster printing provided by the Maseeh College Dean’s Office.
Registration & RSVP
Presenter commitment forms and attendee RSVPs will open at the end of February.