First Impressions

Design is eye-catching and engaging

Posters are typically presented at large events with many other presenters. Your first goal is to capture the attention of the event attendees with an engaging design.Ìý

Title is short and readable from a distanceÌý

If attendees can read and understand your title from a distance, they’re more likely to approach you and check out your poster.Ìý

Maintains a consistent style throughoutÌý

Consistent design can make your poster more attractive and easier to scan and read quickly.Ìý

Uses accessible color choices with strong contrastsÌý

Pay attention to the contrast between your colors (light/dark), avoid busy patterns in your background, and keep in mind those with visual impairments.Ìý

Call for Participants

Developed and hosted in Boulder since 2018, UROP's Sidewalk Symposium invites undergraduates to share their research and creative presentations with chalk on campus walkways. UROP welcomes undergraduates at any stage of their project to participate.

Register for UROP's Sidewalk Symposium by Oct.5, 2026

Celebrating 40 Years

Âé¶¹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder has an expansive history engaging undergraduates in the research and creative life of the campus dating to the creation of UROP in 1986.

Celebrating 40 Years of Opportunities