October 28, 2024
The Hanson Center for Communication at the University of Iowa's College of
Engineering hostes a Three Minute Thesis competition this fall. Students present
their research topic in a matter of three minutes for a general audience. I was awarded
$100 as a judge selected Honorable Mention.
Earlier in October, I also participated in the University wide graduate student three minute
thesis competition. I was able to harness this experience to not only improve my slildes with
the valuable feedback from judges, but enhance my communication skills in discussing complex
topics.
Photo curtosey of Kristy Hartsgrove Mooers


One the left is the first slide that I presented and on the right is the improved slide that got me second place! The first time I presented I was way too technical and am proud of how I was able to create a fun graphic using an image from teh European Space Agency.