Conference Presentations

Abstract Submission

Abstract proposals (150 words maximum) are due by Midnight, August 30, 2024.

Students may choose to submit in one of two formats:

• Oral Presentation
• Poster Presentation

We welcome both completed and in-process research. Creative Activities (Visual and/or Performing Arts) are welcome! Students may submit proposals for original pieces or performances.

Oral Presentations

Oral presentations may cover research on any topic. Oral presentations should be no more than 15 minutes long to allow the audience time to ask questions. As you prepare your presentation, remember that NCHA is multi-disciplinary; thus, we encourage you to explain jargon as best you can, as your audience may not know your discipline as well as you do. Computer, projector, and sound will be available. To avoid technical difficulties, we recommend you save your presentation or PowerPoint in a portable and easily accessible format, such as a USB flash drive.

Poster Presentations

Poster presentations may also be on any research topic. Posters should be printed in advance of the conference. The recommended maximum size for posters is 36″ (height) x 48″ (width). WCU will supply poster stands and ways to affix your poster to the stand; you just bring the poster! Presenters should be available during their poster session to discuss their research.