Public Health
Poster Forum

The Annual MEZCOPH Public Health Poster Forum provides a unique opportunity for students conducting public health-related research and community-based work to connect with professionals from the public health industry, regional and state governments. This event fosters future collaborations, including employment and research partnerships, while offering professional development opportunities in the planning of and participation in a professional conference.

Join us in celebrating the power of research, collaboration, and engagement to build healthier, more resilient futures for all.

Event Details for 2025

Date: Friday, April 4, 2025

Time: 1:00P PM – 5:00 PM MST

Location: Drachman Hall, University of Arizona

Theme: Building Resilient Communities: Public Health Strategies for the Future

This year’s theme focuses on exploring innovative and evidence-based approaches to strengthen community resilience in the face of public health challenges. As the world navigates complex issues such as pandemics, climate change, and health inequities, the forum will highlight strategies that foster adaptability, equity, and sustainability in communities.

Keynote Speaker

Details about our keynote speaker will be announced on the Calendar Event.
Please check our Calendar for updates.

Why Attend?

Showcase Your Work: Present your public health-related research or community engagement projects.
Network with Professionals: Meet and interact with public health experts from academia, industry, and government.
Gain Recognition: Compete for scholarship prizes awarded to the best posters.

Who Can Participate?

Graduate and undergraduate students at the University of Arizona are invited to present their work. Eligible presentations include:

Original research with a public health focus or application
Community engagement, practice, or service projects with a public health-related impact

Abstracts from all disciplines are welcome, as long as they relate to public health.

Scholarship Opportunities

Scholarship prizes will be awarded to the top posters in each category. Please stay tuned for more details.

Call for Abstracts

Important Dates:

Check the Poster Forum Event on our Calendar for the most up to date information.

We are seeking posters in the following categories:

Original Research
Posters presenting research with a clearly defined objective, measurable outcomes, and a public health application. Examples include innovative approaches, conceptual findings, and practical applications.
Community Engagement, Practice & Service
Posters showcasing collaboration with the community to exchange and produce beneficial knowledge and resources. Examples include program development, policy recommendations, evaluation, and assessment.

Abstracts are welcome from all areas of public health.

Abstract Guidelines:

Length: Maximum of 250 words.
Title: Maximum of 10 words.
Abstracts must be clear, concise, and well-written.

Resources to Help You Create Your Abstract

Count the words or characters: Microsoft Word or Character Count.
Tips for writing an abstract for a poster.

Poster Submission

Important Dates:

Check the Poster Forum Event on our Calendar for the most up to date information.

Poster Dimension:

Orientation: Landscape
Size: 46'' x 36'' (117cm x 91cm)

Creating a Poster - Tips and Tricks:

Not sure where to begin? Here are a couple of starting points:

Think about the most interesting finding you would like to share from your research project.
What data will you be sharing and which visuals will you use (charts, graphs, images)?
What are the key points you want attendees to remember? How will you convey this information during your poster talk?

Aesthetics of the poster:

Simple design and organized
Important information should be easily readable
1. Minimal text with 4-10 high resolution figures and/or tables (these are your main focus)
Poster talks are like elevator speeches, make sure key points are clear and can be easily understood/explained
Include title, author, abstract, introduction, materials and methods, results, discussion, references, acknowledgements, your name and institutional/departmental affiliation

Tools to Help You Create Your Poster

Designing an engaging and professional research poster is an important part of effectively communicating your work. To assist you, we have compiled a list of tools and resources that can help simplify the process and enhance your poster's visual appeal. Whether you are new to poster creation or looking to refine your skills, these tools provide user-friendly templates and design options.