Announcing the Clarkson University Three Minute Thesis (3MT(R)) Competition

Hello Graduate Students, 

Clarkson University Graduate Student Association (CUGSA) and the Graduate School are pleased to announce the 2nd Annual Clarkson University Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) Competition. This esteemed event invites current master’s and doctoral students from all disciplines to present their research work, conducted at Clarkson University, to a non-specialist audience in just three minutes.

Green and gold poster with: CAN YOU PRESENT YOUR PRESEARCH/PROJECT IN 3 MINS? CUGSA & CLARKSON GRADUATE SCHOOL PRESENTS 2ND CLARKSON UNIVERSITY THREE MINUTE THESIS CONTEST 3MT® $1000 1st Prize $500 2nd Prize $250 3rd Prize Date: TBD Location: TBD IMPORTANT DATES Abstract submission: 19th to 30th March WHO IS ELIGIBLE? ALL MASTERS, PHD STUDENTS AT CLARKSON UNIVERSITY Registration Link: https://forms.gle/gvx2u1ygLaFmjqqC6

Event Details
Registration Period: March 18, 2024, to March 30, 2024
Event Location and Time: Details to be announced soon
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/gvx2u1ygLaFmjqqC6

Objectives
The 3MT® competition, initiated by the University of Queensland in 2008, aims to cultivate students’ academic, presentation, and research communication skills. It provides a platform for students to present their research work and its significance in an engaging and concise manner.

Eligibility
Participation is open to all currently enrolled master’s and doctoral students across various disciplines at Clarkson University. It is imperative that the research presented is conducted at Clarkson University.

Awards
Champion: Crest, Certificate, and a prize of $1,000
First Runner-up: Crest, Certificate, and a prize of $500
Second Runner-up: Crest, Certificate, and a prize of $250

And other consolation awards

Important Dates

  • Detailed information regarding presentation submission deadlines will be communicated shortly.
  • The final event date, along with the specific time and location, will be announced in due course.

We encourage all eligible students to seize this opportunity to showcase their research endeavors and to further develop their presentation and communication skills. The 3MT® competition not only highlights the impressive research conducted by our graduate students but also promotes a broader comprehension of the diverse scholarly activities within our university community.

For any inquiries or further information, please contact the Clarkson University Graduate Student Association (CUGSA) or the Graduate School.

We look forward to your participation and to celebrating the innovative research within our graduate community.

Warm regards,

Clarkson University Graduate Student Association (CUGSA) & Graduate School

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