3MT - Three Minute Thesis | Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies

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Through this competition, I learned first-hand the power and influence of the pitch.” – 3MT Competitor

I really enjoyed listening to other people’s 3-minute thesis presentations. It’s so amazing, the breadth of research that we have going on at the University of Guelph.– 3MT Competitor

This competition has clearly motivated the students to be at the top of their game - 3MT Judge

3MT update?

It comes with great sadness to inform all of you, that U of G's competition has been cancelled. Our hopes were to postpone the event, but with the uncertainty of the current situation, we have to cancel.

We know you have all invested countless of hours preparing for this incredible and enlightening competition. Although we are not able to see all the hard work, we strongly believe you've gained valuable skill sets that will
enhance your pathway.

Thank you to all those who competed in their college heats, developing and improving your presentation skills.

We hope to see some of you for next year's competition and we wish everyone continued success in their studies.

Sincerely,

The Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies

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How to Register

1) Complete the 3MT Registration and Participation Waiver Form

2) Email the completed form to your college's 3MT Coordinator

3) Begin planning your 3MT presentation!

College Heat Information & Registration Deadlines

Tips, Advice & Resources

How To Build a Great 3MT Presentation

Judging Criteria

Eligibility:

To participate in 3MT® students must currently be registered in a Masters (thesis or MRP only) or PhD program at the University of Guelph and have made substantial progress on their research and analysis.
PhD and Masters students who have defended but have not yet graduated are eligible to participate.
Presentations must be based on research that is directly related to the student’s graduate program thesis.
Presenters must agree to be video-taped

Rules:

A single static PowerPoint slide is permitted (no slide transitions, animations or 'movement' of any description, the slide is to be presented from the beginning of the oration).
No additional electronic media are permitted (e.g. sound and video files).
No additional props (e.g. costumes, musical instruments, laboratory equipment) are permitted.
Presentations are limited to 3 minutes maximum and competitors exceeding 3 minutes are disqualified.
Presentations are to be spoken word (eg. no poems, raps or songs).
Presentations must be made by memory; notes may not be used.
The decision of the adjudicating panel is final.

Dates

College Heats

CEPS	March 3, 2020	10 am - noon	SSC 1511
Lang	March 4, 2020	2:30 - 4:30 pm	MACS 129
CSAHS	March 6, 2020	10 am - noon	MCKN 019
OVC	March 9, 2020	10 am - noon	PAHL 1810
CBS	March 11, 2020	9:30 am	SSC 1511
OAC	March 12, 2020	10:30 am - 1:30 pm	Johnston Hall Boardroom
COA	Cancelled

University of Guelph Final Competition

University of Guelph 3MT® Final Competition

Cancelled

Provincial Competition

The winner of the University of Guelph 3MT® competition will move on to represent the University at the Provincial Competition hosted by the University of Windsor is now postponed.