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Unlock Your Potential AT THE Doctoral Leadership Initiative
WELCOME
Welcome to the Doctoral Leadership Conference (DLC)! We extend a warm invitation to undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students to join us for our Annual Conference. Our premier event is a dynamic platform for college students, scholars, and professionals to showcase and engage in collaborative discussions on original research spanning various disciplines. Under the theme "Pursuing Excellence in Leadership: Collaborate, Motivate, and Educate," this year's conference highlights research endeavors to enhance excellence within academic domains and foster connections between the broader public and the doctoral communities. Additionally, we are excited to announce the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral Research Poster Competition, designed to provide invaluable support and mentorship to emerging scholars at all levels.
POSTER COMPETITION
Attention all undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students! Are you working on a research project or thesis that deserves recognition? Join us for our poster competition at the upcoming Doctoral Leadership Conference. This is your chance to showcase your academic endeavors and receive valuable feedback from experienced scholars in a supportive environment.
As integral contributors to the world of research and dedicated to pursuing excellence, you will:
- Engage in networking and collaboration with peers, business leaders, scholars, and more from similar programs across the United States.
- Connect with students and faculty from graduate programs nationwide, offering an excellent opportunity for those considering further education.
- Hone your skills in presenting scientific papers and developing effective communication strategies for sharing research findings.
Take advantage of this invaluable opportunity to elevate your academic journey and contribute to advancing knowledge!
REGISTRATION AND SUBMISSION INFORMATION
The Doctoral Leadership Conference invites undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students to submit abstracts for the poster competition. Abstract submission is FREE of charge and welcomes contributions from diverse fields, including business, education, environmental science, biology, sociology, health, economics, and more. Abstracts should be concise, 250 words maximum, and include the poster title, critical issues addressed, theoretical frameworks utilized, and preliminary research findings or conclusions.
To be considered, please submit your 250-word abstract by May 15, 2024. Abstracts will undergo peer review, and acceptance decisions will be communicated on a rolling basis. Early submissions are encouraged to facilitate timely notification to potential conference attendees.
All submissions must be submitted electronically as an email attachment in an MS Word format to conference@doctoralleadership.com.
(All writings and poster board material should follow APA 7 format)
CONFERENCE STUDENT REGISTRATION FEES
Conference registration fees are as follows: $200 for undergraduate presenters, $250 for graduate presenters, and $300 for doctoral presenters if selected. Registration grants full access to conference sessions, breakfast, and lunch. Please note that registration fees do not cover tickets for the Leadership En Blanc Networking Social or the Honoring Excellence Black Tie Gala. Tickets for these events can be purchased as add-ons during registration at www.doctoralleadership.com.
Priority Submission Deadline
Friday, March 29, 2024
Final Submission Deadline
Friday, April 12, 2024
Registration Deadline
Friday, April 12, 2024
PRESENTATION DETAILS
Students, the Doctoral Leadership Conference will provide easels for displaying your work. Please ensure your posters must be 36" inches high and 48" inches wide to fit the easels appropriately. The undergraduate research poster competition will take place from 9:30 am to 10:30 am, with setup time beginning at 9:15 am. The graduate research poster competition will occur from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm, with setup time beginning at 10:45 am. Lunch will be served at 12:30 pm until 1:00 pm. After lunch, the doctoral research poster competition will take place from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm, with setup time beginning at 1:15 pm. All undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students participating in the DLC research poster competition must bring their posters. Please note that the DLC committee will not be responsible for storing or safeguarding posters. Your posters should include, but are not limited to, the following sections:
Title: Project Title
Authors: Your Name, Faculty Advisor's Name, University Name
Introduction
Background
Problem: (General and Specific problems)
Purpose (or Objectives or Introduction)
Theories and Methods
Results or Findings
Summary/Conclusions
Posters will be displayed throughout the June 20-22 Doctoral Leadership Conference. Thank you for your attention to these presentation details. We look forward to your contributions at the conference.
RESEARCH POSTER COMPETITION PIRZES
Attention all undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral presenters! Mark your calendars for June 20-22, 2024, as you'll have the opportunity to participate in the research poster competition. Monetary Scholarships will be awarded to undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students for outstanding research presentations during the Honoring Excellence Black Tie Gala. The winners' names, pictures, and abstracts will be prominently featured on the Doctoral Leadership Initiative website. Again, the Scholarship recipients will be announced during the Honoring Excellence Black Tie Fundraising Gala.
JUDGING PROCEDURE
Students' presentations will be assessed through both poster displays and oral presentations. Undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students from all disciplines and on any topic are encouraged to submit abstracts. Each student will be allocated fifteen minutes to present their research to a panel of judges. There will be a panel of three judges and one alternate judge for the research poster competitions. We recommend a presentation lasting 10 minutes, leaving an additional 5 minutes for questions and answers from the judges. Please remain near your poster and be ready to present your presentation before the judges. Posters will remain on display during the Conference for viewing. For more information and to submit an abstract, visit www.doctoralleadership.com.
RUBRIC
Abstract (40% - 40 points)
- Time Management: (5 points)
- Points awarded for adherence to the specified word count and submission deadline.
- Points will be deducted for late submissions.
- Originality/Merit: (15 points)
- Points awarded for the novelty and significance of the research topic.
- Points awarded for the uniqueness and significance of the research topic.
- Evaluation based on the innovative approach or contribution to the field.
- Scholarly Writing: (15 points)
- Points awarded for the abstract's clarity, coherence, and academic quality.
- Assessment of the effectiveness of conveying research objectives and methods.
- Grammar and Spelling: (5 points)
- Points awarded for the correctness of grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
- Points deducted for error found.
Presentation (160% - 160 points)
Organization (35 points)
- Appearance: (15 points)
- Points awarded for the overall visual appeal and attractiveness of the presentation.
- Evaluation of layout, color scheme, font choice, and use of graphics.
- Poster Board: (5 points)
- Points awarded for the organization and layout of information on the poster board.
- Correct Poster Board Size
- Visual Appeal: (15 points)
- Points awarded for the effective use of visuals, charts, and images to enhance comprehension and engagement.
- Evaluation of the appropriateness and relevance of visuals to enhance understanding.
Body (85 points)
- Introduction: (10 points)
- Points awarded for the clarity and effectiveness of introducing the research topic and objectives.
- Assessment of the ability to engage the audience and set the context for the study.
- Background: (5 points)
- Points awarded for providing relevant background information to contextualize the research.
- Evaluation of the relevance and completeness of the background presented.
- Problem: (20 points)
- Points awarded for clearly defining the research problem or hypothesis.
- Assessment of the significance and specificity of the problem statement (General & Specific).
- Purpose: (15 points)
- Points awarded for articulating the purpose and significance of the research.
- Evaluation of the clarity and relevance of the research goals.
- Theories and Methods: (15 points)
- Points awarded for describing the theoretical framework and research methodology comprehensively.
- Assessment of the appropriateness and rigor of the chosen methods.
- Results or Findings: (15 points)
- Points awarded for presenting the results or findings clearly and logically.
- Summary/Conclusions: (5 points)
- Points awarded for summarizing the key findings and drawing appropriate conclusions.
Knowledge (30 points)
- Knowledge/Presentation: (15 points)
- Points awarded for demonstrating a deep understanding of the research topic during the presentation.
- Content Relevance: (15 points)
- Points awarded for the relevance and significance of the research content to the field of study.
- Assessment of the potential impact and contribution of the research.
Grammar/Spelling/APA (20 points)
- Grammar/Spelling: (5 points)
- Points awarded for the presentation's correctness of grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
- Citations/References: (5 points)
- Points awarded for proper citation and referencing according to the APA style guidelines.
- Time Met: (5 points)
- Points awarded for adhering to the allotted presentation time.
- Points will be deducted for exceeding the time limit.
Total Points: 200
