Pre-Conference Workshops
These sessions will be recorded and shared with registrants, as well as posted below for later viewing.
How to Write an Effective Abstract
With Dan Driscoll, MA, Coordinator of Writing Curriculum Initiatives for the University Writing Program and Teaching Professor of English in the College of Arts and Sciences
Wednesday, February 26
4 to 5 p.m. EST
Virtual via Zoom
Watch the Recording [Drexel Streams]
Download Presentation [PDF]
Description: Whether you have never written an abstract before or you are looking to improve your writing skills, this pre-conference workshop will provide a model for abstract writing that can be adapted to meet the needs of various disciplines and projects, including for STEM and non-STEM fields. Students will be able to begin drafting an abstract—or work on an existing draft—during the session. Our facilitator and conference planning team will also be available to review abstracts in advance of submission for the conference.
Please note that some programs/departments/disciplines may have specific guidance on or requirements for abstract writing. This session is meant to provide general, interdisciplinary guidance in accordance with the requirements for submission to the annual Drexel Emerging Graduate Scholars (DEGS) Conference.
The deadline to submit an abstract for research or projects for the 2025 DEGS Conference is Monday, March 31, 2025.
Communicating Your Scholarly Work
With Emily Kashka-Ginsburg, MA, Associate Director, Undergraduate Research & Enrichment Programs
& Special guest faculty panelists (TBA)
Wednesday, April 23
12 to 1:30 p.m. EDT
Virtual via Zoom
Register [Zoom]
Description: This workshop will cover the basics of effective communication and help prepare scholars to present their work in the form of both oral and poster presentations. Attendees will practice utilizing a narrative framework to communicate their scholarly work and learn best practices for effectively creating and using visual aids across different types of presentations. Faculty mentors from various disciplines will be available to provide additional guidance as you prepare your conference presentation.
Please note that some programs/departments/disciplines may have specific guidance on or requirements for oral and poster presentations. This session is meant to provide general, interdisciplinary guidance in accordance with the requirements for submission to the annual Drexel Emerging Graduate Scholars (DEGS) Conference.
Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) Prep Workshop
With Katie Van Aken, PhD '17, Drexel alumna, co-founder of the DEGS Conference, producer and host of Impact Factor podcast, principal R&D engineering, Syncro Medical
Wednesday, April 30
12 to 1 p.m. EDT
Virtual via Zoom
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Description: Present your research in three minutes with one static slide using jargon-free language to a broad audience? How hard could it be? This workshop will help individuals preparing for Drexel University's official Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) Competition at the annual Drexel Emerging Graduate Scholars (DEGS) Conference, which follows the guidelines of the global phenomenon founded by the University of Queensland, an international competition in which over 600 universities and institutions across more than 59 countries participate.
While participation in this workshop is not required for competitors, it is highly recommended. The workshop and materials will be recorded and shared for those who are unable to participate live.
Accommodation Requests
Disability Resources provides equal opportunity and equal access to programs and activities for all individuals at Drexel University and empowers individuals who have documented disabilities by working together proactively to provide reasonable accommodations. To request accommodations for this event, please contact the Disability Resources at disability@drexel.edu. We appreciate requests at least 72 hours in advance. Thank you!