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Guidelines for Posters

Poster Details

Size

The poster you bring to the conference will be attached to an easel board that is 48" high x 70" wide. We therefore recommend that your poster match one of the following size dimensions so that it will appropriately attach to the easel board:
36” high x 48” wide
42” high x 56” wide
48” high × 60” wide

Included Features

We recommend you organize the content into 3-4 columns across the poster and include the following information:

  • Poster title

  • Author information

  • Institution name with logos (SDSU logos can be found here)

  • Research content (including images, graphs, etc., as required)

  • References/Acknowledgments

Uploading Your Digital Poster to the Conference Schedule

Poster presenters have the option to upload a digital version of their poster to the Conference Schedule so that attendees can view the poster in advance and on the conference mobile app during the conference.

  • Presenters should refer to the email they received on Sept. 5, 2026 with upload instructions.

  • Upload Deadline: September 18, 2026

Resources for Creating & Printing Your Poster

Software

There are many different programs that can be used to create a poster. Set your document size so the poster does not exceed the easel dimensions of 48’’ high by 70’’ wide. See recommendations above for acceptable poster sizes. Here are a few user-friendly programs: 

PowerPoint
Google Slides
Microsoft Word
Canva

SDSU/RE:BORDER Templates

Here are basic poster templates that you may use. It is not required, but it is a good starting point. Creativity and originality are encouraged. Download the templates to begin editing.

SDSU Poster Template
RE:BORDER Poster Templates

Free Online Templates

MakeSigns.com
Better Scientific Poster
Genigraphics
PosterPresentations.com
PosterSession.com

Poster Printing

SDSU:

UABC:

Copicentro and Stationery UABC: https://share.google/yF6wAHwLkP3Wwzoh1

IDEA DIGITAL Impresion y Diseno Grafico: https://share.google/EF28QofhIaKPNvM87

Ok.station Otay: https://share.google/FiEtA1xJTxJiX5aji

Conference Registration & Arrival Process

Registration

All poster presenters are required to register for the conference to participate in the Poster Session and have a printed copy of their poster on the day of the conference. Registration is filling up fast.  If you have not yet registered, please complete your registration as soon as possible using the link below:

[Registration Link]

Registration is free for students. All other attendees must pay a $25 fee that is non-refundable. Poster teams will receive Certificates of Participation after the conference.

Visit the Re:BORDER Conference website and check out the Program Schedule for additional information. If you have any questions, contact us at reborderconf@sdsu.edu

Arrival and Installation

Please review the following logistics for the RE:BORDER Conference Poster Session on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at San Diego State University. The Poster Session takes place in Montezuma Hall.

SDSU Poster presenters: 

Poster Check-in is on Tuesday, October 13, from 4:00-5:00 p.m. in Montezuma Hall.

Non-SDSU & SDSU Imperial Valley Poster presenters:

Poster Check-in on Wednesday, October 14, from 7:30-10:00 a.m. at the Conference Check-In table in the Conrad Prebys Student Union Courtyard.

When you arrive, check in with conference registration staff. Staff will direct you to Montezuma Hall and show you where the poster will be installed.

Please note: Posters must be checked in during the designated drop-off window. Late posters cannot be accepted.

The poster session will take place from 12:30-1:30 p.m. All posters must have a presenter stationed with the poster to explain the research and answer questions.

Please collect your poster when the session ends, or between 4:30- 5:30 p.m. All uncollected posters will be moved to recycling.

Prior to Oct. 14, 2026, you will receive an email reiterating these instructions regarding the poster set-up process. Check this page periodically for updates.