Conference Poster Sessions from ALA Wiki
The information below was taken from the Professional Tips section of the ALA Wiki at http://wikis.ala.org/professionaltips/index.php/Conference_Poster_Sessions
- Poster sessions are a popular means for sharing current research or the mechanisms of recent projects. And yes, there are resources available from ALA and its units for you to use as models for your own program.
- The ALA Poster Sessions site has a brief list of pointers, “Tips for Presenters,” along with lists of the topics presented at the last two conferences and pictures of posters.
- There are also some guidelines for the LITA National Forum.
- The Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) offers Virtual Conference Online Poster Sessions substituting a PowerPoint presentation for the poster board.
- ACRL Members: see “Poster session alphabet soup,” by Brenda Hazard. This A-Z guide to creating a successful poster session experience was published in C&RL News, July/August 2006, volume 67, No. 7.
- ALA Emerging Leaders (2007 class) wiki page on posters, with sample sessions
Resources from other organizations on how to create a poster session:
- Colorado State University Writing Guides:Poster Sessions
- Do’s and Don’ts of Poster Presentation, by Steven M. Block. 5-page PDF with practical tips
- The Poster Session: A Guide for Preparation, by Carol Waite Connor. Nice 4-page PDF with line drawings and print bibliography.
- Research Posters 101, from Crossroads, the ACM Student Magazine
- University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) Poster Session Basics
has links to other sites. - There is also a Group photo pool for Posters on Flickr.
Handout: Research Poster Cheat Sheet from Research Day – 2008
Research Poster Cheat Sheet from Andrew Bain, Tompkins-McCaw Library, VCU Libraries.
This handout was distributed at VCU Research Day on Thursday, March 27, 2008.
Useful Resource – MAC Posters and Papers Mentor Program
Posters and Papers Mentor Program
One of the greatest benefits of attending the annual MAC meetings is the opportunity to network with colleagues. By sharing your experiences, accomplishments, and ideas through participation in poster or contributed paper sessions, the likelihood of connecting with others that have common interests is greatly increased.
To ensure all our members have the opportunity to make the most out of the annual meetings, a mentoring program has been established to provide support for MAC members with little or no experience in preparing posters or presenting papers. If you would like to take advantage of this program, an experienced mentor will be assigned to you to assist with the following:
- Preparing and submitting the paper or poster abstract
- Providing advice on poster content, design, graphics, and printing
- Helping with paper content, organization, and presentation
To help you get started now with posters, the 1/9/07 NN/LM SE/A presentation on using PowerPoint to make posters and sample PowerPoint posters is available at http://nnlm.gov/sea/services/webconf/Jan2007/jan092007.html
On the Menu: Technology Fair – 2007
The Mid-Atlantic Chapter/Medical Library Association 2007 Annual Meeting was held from October 9 – 12, 2007 in Baltimore, MD. The meeting theme was “What’ll it be, HON? Libraries á la carte.”
About this Poster
Poster Title
On the Menu: Technology Fair Download Poster 
Authors
Shannon Jones, Cate Canevari, and Thelma Mack
Abstract
Coming soon!!!!
Supplemental Handout
On the Menu handout
Date Presented
October 11, 2007
Note 1: This poster was designed using Adobe Photoshop.
Note 2: 3 consists of three single panels
Tenth Annual ALA Diversity and Outreach Fair – 2007
The Tenth Annual Diversity Fair showcased adult and family literacy services in libraries. In addition, the fair provides attendees the opportunity to see innovative programs that help adults and families improve their basic literacy skills. Held during the 2007 ALA Annual Meeting in Washington, DC. View the program flyer.
About this Poster
Poster Title
Spectrum Initiative: Looking Back to Move Forward | Download Poster 
Authors: Shannon Jones
Date Presented:
June 23, 2007
Note: This poster was designed using Microsoft Powerpoint
An Overview of the Current Working Generations – 2007
The Medical Library Association, Inc. (MLA), held its 107th Annual Meeting in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, May 18–23, 2007, at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown. The meeting theme was “Information Revolution: Change Is in the Air.”
Section Program: Changing with the Times: The Multigenerational Workforce
Session Description: Much has been said about the “next generation librarian” and workforce generation gaps. This session addresses the challenges faced by all library staff in a multigenerational setting. Potential solutions will be presented, as well as background information on the various generations (Baby Boomers, Generation X, and Millennials).
Presentation Date: Monday, May 21, 2007
Paper Presentation Title: An Overview of the Current Working Generations | View abstract on MLAnet.org
Authors: Shannon D. Jones, Head, Outreach Services; Tompkins-McCaw Library for the Health Sciences, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA
Abstract
Before hearing about generational issues in the workplace, this talk will review the traits of the Baby Boomers, Generations X and Y, and the soon-to-be-working Millenials. These labels carry with them stereotypes; however, much can be learned about workplace patterns by understanding how the generations tend to work together. Instead of feeling locked into a stereotype, we can then begin the discussion on how to work most efficiently together in the medical library.
Ninth Annual ALA Diversity and Outreach Fair – 2006
The Ninth Annual Diversity Fair showcased adult and family literacy services in libraries. In addition, the fair provides attendees the opportunity to see innovative programs that help adults and families improve their basic literacy skills. Held during the 2006 ALA Annual Meeting in New Orleans. View the program flyer
About this Poster
Poster Title: Serving Diverse Users: Cultural Competencies for Health Science Librarians | Download Poster
Authors: Shannon Jones
Date Presented: Saturday, June 24th, 2006
Note: This poster was designed using Microsoft Powerpoint.
Library in a Box: Reengaging with Users via a Scholarly Circuit Librarian Program – 2005
The Medical Library Association, Inc. (MLA), held its 105th Annual Meeting in San Antonio, Texas, May 14- 19, 2005, at the Marriott Rivercenter. The meeting theme was “¡Futuro Magnífico! Celebrating Our Diversity.”
About this Poster
Poster Title
Library in a Box: Reengaging with Users via a Scholarly Circuit Librarian Program (Poster# 12)
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Authors
Shannon D. Jones, Barbara Allen Wright, AHIP, Jodi Koste, Virginia Stone, and Catherine Canevari, Tompkins-McCaw Library, VCU Libraries-Richmond.
Date Presented
Tuesday, May 17, 2005
Listed in the Proceedings, 105th Annual Meeting Medical Library Association, Inc. San Antonio, Texas May 14-19, 2005
Note: This poster was designed using Microsoft Powerpoint.
Healthy Adventure: A City Urban League Office and the University Libraries Collaborate to Eliminate Health Disparities – 2005
The Medical Library Association, Inc. (MLA), held its 105th Annual Meeting in San Antonio, Texas, May 14- 19, 2005, at the Marriott Rivercenter. The meeting theme was “¡Futuro Magnífico! Celebrating Our Diversity.”
About this Poster
Poster Title
Healthy Adventure: A City Urban League Office and the University Libraries Collaborate to Eliminate Health Disparities (Poster #14)
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Authors
Shannon D. Jones, Patricia A. Hammond, and Jean Shipman, Tompkins-McCaw Library, VCU Libraries – Richmond
Date: Tuesday, May 17, 2005
Listed in the Proceedings, 105th Annual Meeting Medical Library Association, Inc. San Antonio, Texas May 14-19, 2005
Note: This poster was designed using Microsoft Powerpoint.
