3MT 2016 Competition Sign Ups
What is the 3 Minute Thesis (3MT)?
It is a research communication competition developed by The University of Queensland which challenges research higher degree students to present a compelling oration on their thesis and its significance in just three minutes in language appropriate to a non-specialist audience.
Who should do it?
Any graduate student who has passed their comprehensive exams (PhD).
Why you should do it?
Professional development; Great CV addition; Interviewing preparation; Networking with Internationally known faculty members within your field
Prizes!
UConn Winners -
1st Place - $1000 travel award and lunch for their lab
2nd Place - $500 travel award and breakfast for their lab
3rd Place -A gift certificate to the UConn Co-Op and an ice cream party for their lab.
International Winners - First Prize: $2500 research travel grant
When is the Competition?
September 29th, 2016; 6:00pm - VON DER MEHDEN RECITAL HALL
Where can I find more information?
Check out UConn’s very own: Sarah Vitale (1st Prize 3MT Winner 2015)
http://threeminutethesis.org/ or contact charmane.thurmand@uconn.edu