Global Futures: Annual Global Studies Symposium
About
The Global Studies Program will host its annual Global Futures: A Global Studies Symposium on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 in the Newcomb Ballroom.
Global Futures offers Global Studies majors and other students in Global Studies courses the opportunity to showcase their work. While it especially highlights the accomplishments of GS graduating students, all student contributions are welcome.
Past Projects
Project Possibilities
There are different ways in which you can present your work. We suggest you opt for one of the following options:
traditional presentation poster (designed digitally or by hand)
oral presentation (5 minute max)
However, if you would prefer another creative format (photo essay, podcast/audio story, short film, performance, art installation, or anything else), you are welcome to do so. Please make sure to communicate your plans clearly with us and let us know what you need to make this happen.
Expectations/Guidelines by Project Type
POSTER
Posters must be 24x36, landscape orientation. Accommodations can be made for smaller posters, but we cannot accept any posters larger than this. A poster template is available for download (not required).
You should prepare a 3-5 minute summary of your research to accompany your poster and engage with visitors throughout the duration of your 60-minute session.
Posters can be made by hand or printed. Here are some suggested printing resources: T&N Printing, Staples, FedEx.
ORAL
Oral presentations should be 5 to 10 minutes in length.
Make sure to have printed back-ups of your presentation materials/notes in case of unforeseen tech issues.
OTHER
If you haven't emailed the planning committee yet about your project details, please do so immediately. We will work together to make sure you have the right space and time to present.
Questions?
If you have any questions about the symposium, please contact Caterina Eubanks (tqr8cf@virginia.edu) or Sylvia Tidey (st3fx@virginia.edu)
