Frequently Asked Questions

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Q. Who can participate in the UNM Undergraduate Research and Creativity Conference?

Any UNM undergraduate can present his or her research, creative project, invention, performances, or work. We encourage students from all colleges and majors to present. Back to top

Q. I’m thinking about presenting a paper I wrote for class. Do I need to be enrolled in a research course or be working with a professor to present at the Conference?

All UNM undergraduates—whether they’re working independently, in a group, or with a faculty mentor—are eligible to present. We do request, though, that you submit the name of a faculty member or TA/GA you’ve worked with at the time you sign up. Back to top

Q. I just finished a group project for my sociology class and my group would like to present at the Conference. How should we start?

When your group fills out a submission form, just please indicate on the form that this will be a group presentation and make sure that all members of the group submit a form so that we can be sure to include their names and information in our guidebook. Back to top

Q. I presented my poster somewhere else/or I did my research at another institution. Am I still eligible to present?

Absolutely. Your work is more than welcome and we encourage you to sign up to participate in the Conference! Back to top

Q. I teach at UNM and would like for my students to present at the Conference. How can I get more information?

You can reach the Conference at 505-277-8279 or email at mwycheh1@unm.edu. We’re also happy to schedule a class visit to give your students more information on the Conference and help on how to prepare a poster or oral presentation. Back to top

Q. I’m a dance major and would like to present my choreography at the Conference. Can you accommodate performances?

The Conference has reserved the entire SUB on the conference day, and can accommodate films, dance, music, spoken word, and any kind of performance. Please let us know what you’ll need on your submission form. Back to top

Q. Do I have to gave a faculty mentor?

Yes. This is the one thing the Conference requires. But that mentor may also be someone from another institution (Sandia National Labs, another university, etc.) or a faculty member you’d simply like to recognize–even if she or he may not have directly helped you with this project. Back to top

Q. I really want to participate in the Conference, but I have zero experience presenting. What should I do?

The Conference is great experience for learning how to present to formal societies, to peers, and to people in your field. The Conference is also for all students who are interested in research and learning—regardless of their experience. Our Presentation Guidelines give some help and advice on how to start, especially with poster presentations. If you’d like to see examples of poster presentations, please stop by our office (Student Services 114). For all other presentations or questions, feel free to contact the Conference at mwycheh1@unm.edu or 277-8279. Back to top

Q. What are you looking for in a Conference presentation?

Simply put, we’re looking for your ideas. A Conference presentation can be built from an in-class writing exercise, a paper, a poem, a painting, photograph, or a year-long research project. Whether your work is in the sciences, fine arts, humanities, or any other field, the Conference is a great place to display your work to your peers and the UNM community. Back to top

Q. What do I get for presenting?

The Conference will be awarding cash prizes and honorable mention certificates. Back to top

Q. How do I sign up?

Sign up here by the conference deadlines for Research Quest Day and / or UNM Undergraduate Research & Creativity Conference. You’ll receive a confirmation via email and other information vital to your presentation. Back to top

Q. Who will be going to the Conference?

UNM faculty, invited guests, the Conference’s community sponsors and UNM student groups will be attending the Conference. There will be a key note speaker from 12:00-1:00 in the SUB Ballroom on the day of the Conference. Back to top

Q. I just got my confirmation email. I can’t make the 8:00AM check-in.

Check-in will be going on throughout the day of the Conference. Please stop by the Welcome Desk in front of the Ballrooms before your presentation. Back to top

Q. I’m interested in helping out with the Conference. How can I do that?

We’d be very grateful to have you volunteer as a judge or Conference staff member. Please contact the Program Director, Marla Wyche-Hall at mwycheh1@unm.edu. Back to top

Q. How can I get help with my presentation or performance?

Please contact the symposium office, 505-277-8279 for additional assistance with your presentation / performance. Also, please utilize your faculty mentor for additional support with your presentation. Back to top

Q. What kind of equipment does the Conference provide for presenters?

The Conference can provide you with a laptop and LCD projector if you’ll be giving a Power Point presentation. Poster presenters will be provided with presentation space on a 8′ by 3′ freestanding board (of which you’ll receive half so your poster must be less than 4′ in width). We can also provide easels, microphones, a baby grand piano, and performance space. At this time, we don’t offer laser pointers or wireless mics. Please indicate the equipment you’ll need on your submission form and email Marla Wyche-Hall if you have any questions. Back to top