MSI Retreat 2025

Wed Oct 29, 2025 8:30 a.m.—9:30 a.m.
MSI Retreat Flyer 2025

Posters

Poster prizes will be awarded! A good academic poster conveys a clear message and goals, follows specific design principles, and facilitates discussion. Please see Yale Poster Templates and #betterposter and these helpful guidelines:

Writing

  • * A short title that conveys the scope and significance of the work
  • One clear main message or question
  • Limited text and plain language

* Please send final poster titles to Jennifer Aronson by 9/30/25.

Design

  • “Entrance” (introduction) box
  • Multiple useful, impactful visuals
  • White space with no content
  • Clear organization

Formatting

  • Hierarchy to show significance
  • Limited colors and fonts
  • Direct labelling in images
  • Images, charts, and tables directly reflect the main message.

Bonus Points: Speaking

  • Answer audience questions clearly
  • Present poster content concisely
  • Interact with audience.

Judges: TBA.

MSI Retreat 2025

MSI Retreat Flyer 2025