Frequently Asked Questions
For everyone:
When and where is the conference?
The conference will be held on Sunday, May 5th, 2024 in the Clark Atrium/Physical Sciences Building. The conference schedule will be available in mid-April.
Is there a registration fee?
Nope! The conference is free to attend, but please register ahead of time to reserve your spot.
Do I have to register to attend even if I’m not presenting?
Yes! We require all presenters and attendees to register for the conference in order to get an accurate headcount for food. Please note that the registration deadline is April 19, 2024.
How do I register to attend?
You can register for the conference here: Registration Form. The registration deadline is April 19, 2024.
What food is provided at the conference? Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?
We provide a mid-morning coffee break with bagels and pastries. We also provide lunch, which includes a variety of sub sandwiches and a selection of sides. We always provide a few vegan and gluten-friendly options, but please indicate your dietary restrictions in your registration form so we know how many people need such accommodations.
I have a question about the conference. Who should I contact?
Please feel free to contact any of the organizers listed on the home page!
For presenters:
How do I apply to present at the conference?
You can submit your abstract here: Abstract Submission Form. The submission deadline is April 8, 2024.
Can I see an example abstract?
Yep! Here you go: Example Submission. We recommend working with your faculty advisor and any co-authors to develop your abstract.
Can one submission have multiple presenters?
Yes, we allow multiple presenters for posters. However, talks are limited to a maximum of two presenters per talk due to time constraints.
Do all presenters in a group need to submit the abstract?
No. Only one presenter per group should submit the abstract. However, the other presenters must register to attend the conference so that they are included in the headcount for food.
Do all presenters in a group need to register to attend the conference?
Yes! Presenters must register to attend the conference so that they are included in the headcount for food.
Note: The presenter who submitted the abstract does not need to register, as their registration information was already recorded in the submission form.
I’m presenting a poster. How big should it be? How do I print it?
The final poster size should be 40×32 inches, and you should bring a flash drive with your poster file to Printing Services at Mann Library at least 2 days before the conference to guarantee that it will be printed in time. For more detailed instructions on how to print your poster, please see the presenter guidelines here: https://cup.psych.cornell.edu/instructions-for-presenters/
I’m presenting a talk. How long should it be? Do I need slides?
Talks should be 8 minutes long, and there will be an additional 2 minutes afterwards for Q&A. Yes, slides are expected and must be uploaded to the Box folder by 11:59 PM the day before the conference. For more detailed instructions, please see the presenter guidelines here: https://cup.psych.cornell.edu/instructions-for-presenters/
What are the awards criteria?
Awards are given for Best Talk and Best Poster. Talks and posters are evaluated based on the following criteria:
1) Presentation style/clarity
2) Theoretical contribution/practical implication
3) Methods and data analysis
4) Demonstration of independence/growth as a researcher