Scholars Day: April 7, 2010

What is Scholars Day?

The College at Brockport is celebrating its 26th year of Scholars Day. Scholars Day was instituted in 1984 through the efforts of the College Senate. Scholars Day has continued as a celebration of scholarly pursuits by the campus community.

Scholars Day has several purposes:

To publicize research, including methodologies and conclusions;
To share new ideas and concepts;
To expand our knowledge base beyond the traditional classroom;
To provide an opportunity for us to socialize with members of the campus community outside of one’s own department.

In 2009, there were over 227 presentations/poster sessions by 409 faculty/staff/students and 66 faculty/staff session chairs. Please do not miss your chance this year to join us in celebrating student success.

When and Where is Scholars Day 2010?

It will be held among several buildings across campus on Wednesday, April 7, 2010 from 9 am - 5 pm. MetroCenter Scholars Night will be from 6 - 7:30 pm in the MetroCenter in downtown Rochester.

Who Can Participate?

All members of The College at Brockport community including students (graduate and undergraduate, full and part time), faculty and staff -- alone or with others -- are invited to participate.

How Can I Participate?

Present a paper, demonstration or performance about your scholarship alone or with other students or faculty These generally range in length from 15 minutes to one hour.
Chair a session (this involves introducing presenters)
Attend one of the many sessions offered throughout the day and show your support for your peers and learn something new and exciting.

The deadline for online abstract submission is February 5, 2010.

Questions?

Send an e-mail to Colleen Donaldson at cdonalds@brockport.edu or call (585) 395-2523.

When Will the Scholars Day Schedule Be Available?

By the end of March 2010 it will be posted onto this Web site and also available in hard copy by calling the number above.

Guidelines for Participants

PRESENTATION FORMAT: As in the past, a presentation can take the form of a formal paper presentation, performance, etc. Please check the appropriate box on the Call for Participation.
STUDENT PRESENTATIONS: Presentations by students, either alone or with faculty collaboration, are encouraged. Student submissions require the prior review and approval of a faculty member. You will need to note this faculty member on the Call for Participation form as "Faculty Sponsor." Sponsors will be notified.
TIME ALLOTMENT: Presentations will be grouped by topic as much as possible. Sixty minute sessions may consist of two presentations of 30 minutes each, three presentations of 20 minutes each, or four presentations of 15 minutes each. Ninety minute sessions will consist of two presentations of 45 minutes each, three presentations of 30 minutes each, or four presentations of 20 minutes each.
ABSTRACT DEADLINE: Abstracts for Scholars Day 2010 must be submitted online by Wednesday, February 5, 2010 with the Call for Participation form.
ABSTRACT FORMAT:
1. Please use third person and present tense.
2. Please limit the abstract to 150 words.
3. Examples of proper abstract format are below.
4. Abstracts must be submitted with the Call for Participation form.
SESSION CHAIRS: Each session will be chaired by an individual who will introduce the speakers and monitor the timing of the presentations. If you wish to volunteer as a chair for one or more sessions, please call ext. 2523.
QUESTIONS: If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Colleen Donaldson at mailto:cdonalds@brockport.edu or call 395-5118.