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    Annual Research Pitch

    Modeled after the University of Queensland’s 3MT program©, the UNG Research Pitch competition gives students the opportunity to present a three-minute "pitch" of their academic research. At UNG, the Research Pitch competition is open to both graduate and undergraduate students from all disciplines and all campuses. 

    Where Will the Competition Take Place?

    The 2021 competition will be held in the Hoag Student Center Auditorium, Room 342, on the Dahlonega Campus on Thursday, October 28 from 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

    2021 Research Pitch Program (PDF)

    baseball picture silhoutte with text - UNG's first annual research pitch modeled after 3MT (trademark)

    Judging Criteria

    Presentations will be judged on the following large-scale criteria; a detailed rubric will be shared prior to the live Research Pitch itself:

    • Clarity of Content (Thesis, background information, key findings, and significance or impact to the field are all clearly conveyed.)
    • Communication Style & Engagement (Speaker’s enthusiasm and pace are appropriate. The provided slide is clear and improves impact of presentation.)

    Research Pitch Winners

    2021

    • First Place: Sebastian Cherres
    • Second Place: Chloe Meewes
    • Third Place: Cathryn Allen

    2020

    • First Place: Madison Rodriquez
    • Second Place: Andi Fleming and Madison Bunch
    • Third Place: Bryan Rocha

    Are you up to the challenge?

    Present an overview of my research in three minutes with only one static slide – no problem!

     Guidelines

    • Students presenting in the Research Pitch competition will have three minutes to give a clear overview of their research.
    • Students may utilize one static PowerPoint slide (no sound, animations, etc).
    • The judges will evaluate presentations based on content, delivery, and audience engagement. Stronger presentations will help the audience understand the topic of your research.

    Tips

    • Craft your pitch to an interdisciplinary audience – remember, most of the judges will be from fields outside of yours.
    • Focus on conveying not only what your research is, but how you conducted it and why it is significant.
    • Make sure to practice in advance and keep to the time.
    • Find inspiration by watching some of the PhD 3MT© presentations.
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