CALL FOR POSTERS & HOLD THE DATE: April 10, 2025
Call for Posters
The Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) and Academic Affairs invite you to submit poster abstracts for an inaugural event spotlighting diverse and dynamic work related to the interests and needs of veterans and military-connected populations. By showcasing ongoing and planned research projects, curricular innovations, program initiatives, and community engagement, we aim to amplify these efforts and foster new collaborations across our campus and community.
When and Where
- Date: April 10, 2025
- Location: National Veterans Resource Center (Syracuse University)
- Time: 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Who Should Submit and Attend?
- Syracuse University students (undergraduate, graduate) & trainees (postdocs)
- Syracuse University faculty & staff
- Community partners & collaborators in the Central New York region
Topics of Interest
We seek posters that highlight completed, planned, or in-progress research, curricular work, or applied services and programming related to the lived experiences, needs, or interests of veterans and/or military-connected families and individuals. We welcome contributions from all disciplines and fields that intersect with veteran and military-connected topics. Relevant topics include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Research Projects and Analyses that are completed, planned, or in-progress
- Curricular or Course-Related Efforts that focus on or integrate veteran- and military-related content
- Programs & Services that benefit or support veterans and/or military-connected populations
- Student Internships or Field Placements involving veteran research, support, outreach, or engagement
Important Dates
- Abstract Submission (250 words): Due by February 24, 2025
- Notification of Acceptance: By March 7, 2025
- Final Digital Poster Email Submission: By April 7, 2025, to Julianna Fitz (jlfitz@syr.edu)
Submission Details
- Submit abstracts to Julianna Fitz (jlfitz@syr.edu)
- Include: Title (up to 150 characters); Author name(s); Affiliation(s); & Email address(es)
Event Schedule
- 12:30: Welcome & Opening Remarks
- 12:45 – 2:15: Open Poster session
- 2:15 – 3:00: Reception (light refreshments) & Closing Remarks
Requirements, Process, and Questions
- All presentations will be in person and posters must be printed.
- Presenting authors are requested to attend the poster session.
- Presenters are responsible for printing their own posters.
- Posters should be no larger than 30″ x 40″ (portrait or landscape).
- Easels, foam board, and binder clips will be provided.
- Posters will be accepted based on the quality of the abstract and the order received.
- For questions, please contact Jamie Winders (jwinders@syr.edu)