Soil and Water Science Annual Research Forum
Reitz Union Auditorium
Individuals affiliated with the SWSD who are interested in submitting an abstract to present a poster or oral presentation at this year's Forum may do so via email after registering online.
This is Zero Waste Event! To reduce waste from this year's Forum and aid the University of Florida’s goal of producing Zero Waste by 2015, the Soil and Water Science Department has taken the following waste-minimizing actions:
- Utilizing email or newspaper advertisements to disperse information rather than producing printed flyers
- Utilizing recycled paper for printing needs
- Utilizing double-sided printing for all Forum handouts
- Re-using plastic name tags from previous years
- Utilizing re-usable chinaware rather than disposable ware for Forum catering
- Providing the opportunity for recycling of plastic, cans, and paper products
- Collecting food and napkin waste for conversion to energy via anaerobic biodigesters run through Dr. Ann Wilkie's Environmental Microbiology Lab.
As an attendee of the SWSD Annual Research Forum, you have the opportunity to assist the University of Florida in reaching its goal of producing Zero Waste! The following is a list of actions you can take to reduce the amount of waste produced during the Forum:
- Use both sides of the pages provided in the Program book for notes on presentations
- Try a reusable mug, cup, or bottle for your favorite drink instead of using disposable plastic cups
- Recycle your bottles, cans, and paper at recycling stations placed throughout the event
- Deposit your food and napkin waste in the biodigester collection bin to allow for conversion to energy!
To prepare your presentations for the upcoming Forum...
Guidelines for Preparing a Poster Presentation
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All posters should be 3' high and 4' wide, landscape orientation. No exceptions to judged posters! Printing is available in McCarty G159 (white backgrounds only) or at ARCH 118 Circa lab for $3 (open 24/7).
- Deadline for Abstract submisssions is August 15th.
- Guidelines for abstracts.
- Posters must be submitted to the Student Representative, Hollie Hall, by September 9th.
- Please review the evaluation form to prepare for the judging process.
Guidelines for Preparing an Oral Presentation
- All oral presentations should be 15 minutes including any questions (approximately 15-20 PowerPoint slides).
- Deadline for Abstract submisssions is August 15th.
- Guidelines for abstracts.
- Please review the evaluation form to prepare for the judging process.
See also: Awards and details of previous Research Forums |
