Sask Polytech’s Applied Research Student Showcase celebrates the innovation, creativity and cutting-edge applied research completed by our talented students. This annual event offers students a unique opportunity to present their innovative projects to the community and connect with industry professionals and potential employers.
Do you have a capstone, applied research or practicum project you’d like to share beyond your class or program? Register now to participate!
| Date: | May 10, 2024 |
| Time: | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. |
| Location: | Rotunda Building at Innovation Place 10 Research Drive The Terrace Building - Rotunda Regina SK S4S 7J7 |
Register
Deadline to register is May 8, 2024.
Please note that photographs, recordings and/or footage may be taken at this event
for advertising, promotional and other purposes of Saskatchewan Polytechnic. Your
attendance constitutes your consent, including the use of your name and likeness.
Saskatchewan Polytechnic retains all ownership and copyright in any and all photographs,
recordings or footage.
If you do not wish to have your photograph taken, please tell the event photographers and they will avoid including you in event images.
If you do not wish to have your photograph taken, please tell the event photographers and they will avoid including you in event images.
Agenda
| 11 a.m. | Opening remarks from Dr. Larry Rosia |
| 1 p.m. | Presentation from Google |
| 2:45 p.m. | Showcase winners announced |
Scholarships
Students who sign up for the Applied Research Student Showcase are eligible for $1,000 and $500 scholarships to help them engage in applied research partnerships with industry and the community,
making a difference in their communities and fields of study.
Prizes
Cash prizes total $5,100! The Applied Research Student Showcase awards include:
Health and Social
Winners will be eligible to participate in future showcase events in Saskatchewan and Ottawa with all expenses paid.
Health and Social
- First place: $1,000
- Second place: $800
- Third place: $500
- First place: $1,000
- Second place: $800
- Third place: $500
- First place: $1,000
- Second place: $800
- Third place: $500
Winners will be eligible to participate in future showcase events in Saskatchewan and Ottawa with all expenses paid.
Tips for participating in the Applied Research Student Showcase
- Dress appropriately.
- Dress cleanly and suitably for the event. Choose an attire that shows your personal style while remaining respectful of the formality of the event.
- Prepare your materials.
- Plan your presentation materials ahead of time. This could include slides, posters,
or any other presentation materials you want to use.
- If you are using a powerpoint presentation, you will need to bring your own computer monitor and cables. Please make sure that your technology equipment is working properly.
- If you are using a poster board, please use a 39” X 27.3” poster board.
- Plan your presentation materials ahead of time. This could include slides, posters,
or any other presentation materials you want to use.
- Practice your 3-minute project pitch.
- Rehearse a 3-minute presentation of your project to ensure you can discuss your project or task effectively and confidently within the time allotted.
- A 20-to-30 second summary is good too! Someone walking by asking “what is this about” doesn’t always want/need the full three minutes, they just need enough to decide if they want to find out more. A quick summary might be enough!
- Begin with a fascinating opening to capture your audience's attention.
- Make eye contact and maintain a friendly, approachable attitude.
- Speak clearly and slowly, avoiding slang or technical phrases unless your audience is familiar with them.
- Structure your presentation like a story with a beginning, middle, and end. Explain why your project is important or what problem it responds to.
- Use visuals to support your remarks.
- Use visuals, such as slides or posters, to support your remarks. Check that they are legible and visually appealing.
- Anticipate questions and prepare responses for them. Be prepared to go over your project in more detail.
- Highlight achievements.
- Emphasize your accomplishments, the hurdles you overcame, and what you gained from the experience.
- Respect time limits.
- Stick to the time allotted for your presentation. Keep it short and to the point.
- Encourage questions and engagement from the audience. Engaging your audience might help to make your presentation more memorable.
- Be enthusiastic.
- Demonstrate excitement for your project. If you're enthusiastic about it, your audience will be as well.
- Maintain professionalism.
- Maintain your professionalism throughout your presentation. Avoid making nasty or critical comments about people.
- Accept feedback.
- Be open to peer and instructor feedback. It's a chance to improve your presentation skills.
- Thank your audience.
- Thank your audience for their time and attention at the end of your presentation.
- Network and connect.
- Use the event to network with other students, instructors, and future employers or mentors.
- Remain calm and confident.
- Remember that everyone experiences nervousness at times. Take deep breaths, be calm, and have faith in your talents.
- Consider following up with individuals who showed interest in your work or provided feedback after the exhibition.
Previous winners
- 2023 Applied Research Student Showcase winners
- 2022 Applied Research Student Showcase winners
- 2021 Applied Research Student Showcase winners
- 2020 Applied Research Student Showcase winners
- 2019 Applied Research Student Showcase winners
- 2018 Applied Research Student Showcase winners
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