Ohio Communication Association

"Ventures in Communication: Technology, Innovation, and Diffusion."

Posters

Submissions of Completed Papers Should Include:

A cover page that includes the following details:
a. Title of the paper.
b. Author's university affiliation.
c. Mailing address, telephone number, e-mail address.
d. Noted as "Debut" if the author has not presented previously at a state, regional, or national conference/convention.
e. Noted "Undergraduate Student" if the author is an undergraduate or "Graduate Student" if the author is a graduate student.
f. Statement of professional responsibility on the second page below the abstract:
A second page containing an abstract, not to exceed 150 words.
A copy of the completed paper.
OCA will judge undergraduate and graduate papers for a monetary award; these awards will be presented at the awards ceremony.

“In submitting the attached paper, I/We recognize that this submission is considered a professional responsibility. I/We agree to present this paper if it is accepted and programmed. I/We further recognize that all who attend and present at OCA’s annual convention must register and pay required fees.”

E-mail papers to colemanm@clarkstate.edu in MS WORD by Saturday, May 5, 2012 5:00 PM.

Upon receipt, the submitting author will be informed that the paper was received. If you have not received confirmation of your paper’s receipt by May 6, 2011, please email Michelle B. Coleman, OCA Conference Coordinator, at colemanm@clarkstate.eduto check on the status of your paper.

Panels

Submissions of Completed Panels Should Include:

1. A cover page that includes the following details:
a. Title of the panel.
b. A complete list of all participants with appropriate contact information (name, institutional affiliation, mailing address, e-mail address, and telephone number).
c. Contact information for the chair and respondent. It is encouraged for all panels to have a chair and a respondent. If you need assistance with either, please ask your OCA board members.
d. Statement of professional responsibility on the second page below the abstract:

2. On the second page, a rationale and description of the panel. This description will be used in the conference program, if your panel is accepted. The rationale needs to be descriptive enough that the review committee has a clear understanding of the following:
a. The goals for the session,
b. The rationale regarding why there is a need for the session and how it suitable for inclusion in the program,
c. The outcomes for the session, what you want participants to leave with at the conclusion of the session.

3. On the third page, each participant should include a brief paragraph regarding how s/he will contribute to the panel discussion, including any specific research that will be referenced.

4. Finally, a description of your audio-visual needs for the session.

“In submitting the attached panel proposal, I/We recognize that this submission is considered a professional responsibility. I/We agree to present the proposed panel if it is accepted and programmed. I/We further recognize that all who attend and present at OCA’s annual convention must register and pay required fees.”

E-mail panel proposals to OCAConference@ohiocomm.org in MS WORD by 5:00 PM on Saturday, May 5, 2012

Upon receipt, the submitting author will be informed that the paper was received. If you have not received confirmation of your paper’s receipt by Wednesday, May 6, 2011, please email Michelle B. Coleman, OCA Conference Coordinator, at colemanm@clarkstate.eduto check on the status of your paper

Posters

What is a Poster Session?

A poster presentation is an excellent way for early scholars to exhibit their research and gain valuable feedback from peers and senior scholars. Instead of presenting works through a paper presentation, the project is displayed on poster board (with images and text). Conference attendees look at the posters while the presenters have the opportunity to answer questions and further explain their projects.

The OCA Poster Session includes a judged competition where the top undergraduate and graduate posters are awarded a cash prize at the conference lunch/business meeting.

What type of project can I submit for a Poster Session?

Many posters display a research project including the objective of the project, the methods, results, and conclusions. However, a variety of projects can also be displayed through a poster. For example, one can display a class project that applied a theory to a social movement, film, speech, or television show; a review of literature pertaining to a particular phenomenon; or a service-learning project that resulted in interesting conclusions.

How do I submit a poster session for consideration?

Poster submissions should include:

Title page including the project title, author’s name and institution and “poster submission;” also include “poster” on the header. Author’s name should only be included on the title page.
250-500 word abstract explaining the project/research to be exhibited on the poster.
Poster submission can also include a plan for how the project will be visually displayed.

If I get accepted to present at the conference, what should I include in the poster?

Expectations of the Poster Presentation:

The presenter will bring a stand-alone poster (tri-fold poster boards work best)
- Tables will be provided to exhibit the poster, but there is no guarantee that there will be available wall space on which to tape the poster.
The poster should include a clear title with the research question/hypothesis/or object prominently displayed.
If outside references are used in the project, the works cited should be included in the poster.
The poster should display research methods or the steps conducted in executing the project.

The poster should display conclusions and/or insights resulting from the project.

Submission guidelines for panels papers, and posters are also available in Adobe Acrobat format.