EL Symposium: A History
Each spring Brandeis hosts an interdisciplinary symposium around the topic of experiential learning. Our goal is to bring together students from every major and discipline to share their work with the entire Brandeis community. In this way we hope highlight those who have created engaging or experiential academic and co-curricular work and have shown an elevated level of inquiry, ingenuity and creativity. Join us each spring!
Application Process
Experiential Learning Symposium: March 22nd, 2012
Application Information & FAQ
Apply NOW: 2012 EL Symposium Presenter Application
- How do I apply?
- Who can apply?
- Why should I apply to present?
- When will I find out if I'm presenting?
- What is a conference mentor?
- What should my poster/multimedia presentation include?
- What should my panel talk include?
- How do I write a good description for the program?
- Who can I ask for help?
- Tips and Tricks from Previous Presenters
Application information: Due February 27, 2012
Complete the online PRESENTER APPLICATION with a short description of your work by February 27th, 2012. Learn how to make the best case for your expereince by viewing the Creating a Competitive Application video.
- Any undergraduate Brandeis student is encouraged to apply.
- Group projects will be accepted for the poster/multimedia session only.
- Performing arts submission may include a CD or DVD or tape with a short example of your performance ability and your proposed program.
- Visual arts submissions in drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, sculpture and ceramics will be accepted. A short description of the theme and outcomes of your work is required of presenters in the visual arts. If an electronic version of your project is available, please send as an attachment to Lexi Kriss @ akriss@brandeis.edu.
- students selected to present their work will be informed by late February 2012.
Why should I present?
Poster & Multimedia presentations are a great opportunity for undergraduates to:
- Gain experience in presenting your work in a formal setting
- Receive feedback from faculty and peers
- Share ideas and learn from other students
- Enhance your resume
Guidelines
Poster & Multimedia Presentations
A poster / multimedia presentation is a concise synthesis of your project that visually communicates your main ideas and focus. It should contain photos, graphics, tables, and figures, in addition to a brief description. All of this work is displayed on a poster board or virtually. For more information, view the presentation on making an effective poster presentation or see the other resources:
All posters are 20”x30” or 30”x40” foam core. Poster boards are available for student poster presentations free of charge upon your presentation notification. Materials must be easily read from a distance of four feet. Each poster should include the title of the presentation and the author(s) name. Poster presenters should be prepared to briefly describe their project in a few sentences to a lay audience, and then to answer questions.
More on the NEW Multimedia Presentation Option:
All multimedia presentations must be 2-3 minutes in length and easily viewed from a laptop. Students must arrange to bring their own laptop to the event, but laptops are available on loan, free of charge, from Library Technology Services. Tables for the laptops will be provided. Each presentation should include the title of the presentation and the author(s) name. Multimedia presenters should be prepared to briefly describe their project in a few sentences to a lay audience and then to answer questions. Multimedia presentations may consist of, but are not limited to PowerPoint presentations and videos. You may wish to introduce your video to individuals or groups who stop by, or to narrate the images/photos in your Powerpoint. If your presentation requires audio, please also arrange to bring headphones to the event. Please see the "Effective Poster Presentation" PowerPoint for suggestions on the of information that should be included in your multimedia presentation. Students presenting multimedia projects are encouraged to utilize the Getz Media Lab for additional support.
All completed posters & multimedia presentations should be turned in to the Hiatt Career Center, Usdan Student Center by Monday, March 20, 5pm.
Students may submit posters that have been previously presented at other university events.
What should my short description look like?
A short description should convey a complete, yet concise, understanding of the purpose and scope of your work to a lay audience. Please avoid terms familiar only to those in your field. Be sure to include the title for your presentation.
A good description generally has between 75 and 150 words and is free of spelling, punctuation and grammatical errors.
As you write your description, please remember that it serves not only as your application for the symposium, but also as an advertisement of your presentation to readers of the program guide. See a sample description.
What is a conference mentor?
A conference mentor is a Brandeis faculty or staff member who will help you prepare and maximize your participation in the EL Symposium. You may choose your own mentor or one can be assigned to you based on your topic. The mentor's role is simply to help you prepare, be it fleshing out your short description for the program or giving you presentation tips.
Who can I ask for help?
The EL planning committee is happy to assist with any questions or concerns you may have during any step of your preparation. Please contact Lexi Kriss, Academic Administrator for Experiential Learning, Lucas Malo, Director of Community Service, or Jessica Paquin, Assistant Director for Academic Internships.
The Hiatt Career Center staff would be happy to help you develop your presentation. Drop by or make an appointment!