Poster sessions provide another forum for library professionals to share their successful ideas and innovations with colleagues outside of a formal presentation.
What is involved in a poster presentation?
An effective poster presentation highlights, with visual display, the main points or components of your topic. Pictures, graphs, data and text can be used to illustrate the presentation. The presenter fills in the details verbally and answers questions from those viewing the poster. Handouts are optional.
How are the posters presented?
Poster sessions are displayed on poster boards, no larger than 3 ft x 4ft, and must be self-supporting. Posters may not be affixed to the wall, but can be propped against a wall. Tri-fold “science fair” boards work well, as they are self-supporting. Display tables are provided to hold the poster and accompanying handouts. The tables are counter-height and are 6’L x 24”D
Electrical outlets or data ports are not provided, but may be available if your table is located near an outlet. Please plan to present your poster accordingly. Tables are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
Posters should be fully constructed before the session period and removed when the session is over.
When do the poster sessions take place?
Poster sessions will take place during break periods between educational sessions on Monday & Tuesday during the PaLA Conference. Each poster period is one hour in length and can accommodate up to twelve posters.
Where will the poster sessions take place?
Poster presentations are scheduled to take place in the lobby area outside the exhibit hall.
What is required if my proposal is accepted?
To support the state association and take advantage of the education and networking opportunities available, Poster presenters ARE required to register for the conference, at least for the day of their presentation.
We are pleased to offer all poster presenters, regardless of current membership affiliation, to register at the discounted PaLA member rate. (Please contact Kim@palibraries.org for a promo code if you are not a member of PaLA.)
We look forward to your participation!
Submit a Poster Proposal
Submission Deadline: Sunday, June 1