Call for Student Proposals
Submit a proposal to give a presentation or share a poster about your research at the 2025 SMC Undergraduate Research Colloquium!
Is there a topic you have studied that was so fascinating that you couldn’t help but share it with others? If so, St. Michael’s College wants to hear from you! All undergraduate students registered at St Michael’s College or taking courses in the four St. Mike’s programs are encouraged to submit a proposal to present their research.
Proposals will be considered by a Review Committee for inclusion in the Colloquium. There will be awards for the best posters and presentations. A Certificate of Participation will be issued to all students selected for the Colloquium.
What is eligible?
- Research by an undergraduate SMC student or student taking an SMC course (Book and Media Studies, Celtic Studies, Christianity and Culture, or Mediaeval Studies)
- Research in any academic discipline
- Research based on a course assignment, independent study, or a personal scholarly interest
What formats are available?
- Option 1: Academic Poster: design a large poster visually displaying an overview of your research. During the Poster Session, you’ll stand near your poster and informally discuss your research one-to-one with any attendees who are interested. Your poster will remain on display for a short period after the Colloquium is over.
- Option 2: Conference-Style Presentation: Present your research to a small audience. Slides are recommended. Presentations are 10 minutes long.
- Option 3: Review Committee’s Choice: Not sure which is best for your topic or want some advice. The Review Committee can suggest a format for you!
Why should I participate?
- Share your research with a community of emerging scholars
- Gain practical experience presenting your work in academic venues
- Develop your resume or CV
- Receive a Certificate of Participation and be considered for an award
How can I get help with my proposal?
Come to our workshop, Surviving Your First Academic Conference: Tips and Tricks for Nailing Your Proposal and Sharing Your Research.
- Friday, November 29, 2024
- 10-11am
- Online via Zoom
Register for the workshop here. You will receive a link to join the workshop a few days before the scheduled time.
This workshop will provide advice on how to construct a persuasive and well-written proposal and will explain what goes into an academic poster or conference-style presentation. Register above to receive a link to join the workshop.
How do I submit my proposal?
Submit your proposal online here.
Each submission must include:
- Your name and contact information
- Your college and program affiliation
- Format (poster, presentation, or either format)
- 300-word write-up explaining your research area and why you want to share it with others
When is the proposal deadline?
January 27, 2025 at 11:59pm
Help us share the news about the Colloquium!
We want to get as many students to participate as possible! If you’d like, please help us share the news by downloading a ready-to-go poster or Instagram post!
Download the poster (downloads as a single .pdf file).
Download the Instagram post (downloads as a .zip file of 5 .png files).