Posters - Student

The Student Poster Contest provides an opportunity for students to present technical work to a professional audience of geoscientists, researchers, and industry participants. ​

The contest is designed to support the communication of technical ideas and to provide experience presenting geological concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.​

• Presentation experience in a professional setting​
• Engagement with industry and academic participants​
• Opportunities for networking and mentorship​
• Recognition through competitive awards

• 1st Place: $3,000
• 2nd Place: $2,000
• 3rd Place: $1,000

Student posters will be displayed throughout the Symposium. Participants will be assigned scheduled times for presentation and evaluation. 

The contest is structured to simulate professional technical presentations, emphasizing clear communication of geological concepts and project significance.​

Evaluation Criteria ​

Submissions will be evaluated based on: ​

• Relevance to the Symposium theme​
• Clarity of presentation​
• Technical content​
• Originality

• Abstract Submission Deadline — May 1, 2026​
• Final Submission Deadline — February 1, 2027​
• Poster Judging — During Symposium​
• Awards Presentation — Closing Session (April 29, 2027)

Each participant will be provided with a display board (8 ft wide × 4 ft tall) suitable for push-pin mounting. ​

Tables may be requested for physical samples or supporting materials. 

Participation is free for full-time students who are members of the Geological Society of Nevada.​

Student membership is available for $25 per year.

Poster abstract submissions are open until May 1, 2026. ​

Refer to the Abstracts & Proposals page for submission details.