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Student Expo
April 8, 2025

Student Expo

Ohio Student Expo Logo

About

The 51ÉçÇø Student Research and Creative Activity Expo is held annually to highlight student research, scholarship and creative works. OHIO and local community members, including high school students, are encouraged to attend the Expo to see how OHIO students are furthering knowledge and benefiting society.

Information

  • Date: April 8, 2025
  • Location: Walter Fieldhouse - New Location!
  • Time: 9:00 am - 11:30 am (Student Presentations and Judging)
  • Open to Public: 11:30 am - 2:00 pm

Registration

Coming Soon — Registration opens on January 13, 2025, and ends January 31, 2025.

Poster and Printing Information

Poster Size: 36 x 48

Poster Finish: Matte finish preferred

If you plan to present a poster at the Expo, please fill out the following Qualtrics by Friday, March 24th, 2025. No submissions/poster funds will be accepted past April 1st.

All submissions between March 26th and April 1st will be charged a $10.00 rush fee.


 

Questions

See our FAQ section at the bottom of this page. 

For other questions regarding the Ohio Student Expo, email research@ohio.edu 

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Use #OUStudentExpo
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Frequently Asked Questions

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 51ÉçÇø 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 and Printing Requirements?

Poster Size: 36 x 48

Poster Finish: Matte finish preferred

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

Option #1
1. If you plan to present a poster at the Expo, please fill out the following Qualtrics by
Friday, March 24th, 2025. No submissions/poster funds will be accepted past April 1st.
All submissions between March 26th and April 1st will be charged a $10.00 rush fee.

Option #2
Email printing@ohio.edu with your artwork and what poster size/material you prefer.
When submitting your artwork/poster via email, indicate your name, delivery or pickup instructions, if there is an account # to charge for printing or if paying on pickup and an email address.

 

Will there be shirts?

Yes. 51ÉçÇø 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. 

I am not a presenter but would love to make a contribution to support the OHIO Student Expo. Is there a link for donations?

Yes. Please visit:

I am being asked about an ORCID ID on the registration form. What is that?

ORCID ID (Open Researcher & Contributor ID) provides a free unique digital name or ID that distinguishes researchers from one another. Benefits: Enhance and increase your research visibility; Your ORCID ID will follow you throughout your entire career; Get your scholarly and creative works accurately assigned to you
 

What is ORCID iD? - ORCiD iD @51ÉçÇø - Library Guides at 51ÉçÇø

Library Guides: ORCiD iD @51ÉçÇø: What is ORCID iD?

 

Is there an option for a group presentation?

Yes, there is an option for a group presentation. You will need to choose this option during the registration process. You will need to know each member's name and PID number. 

How do I sign up for the Expo?

You can visit this page and select the registration link near the top of the page on 1/13/2025. Registration closes 1/31/25.