Executive Summaries

View sample Executive Summaries from past DHC Convocations.

Executive Summary vs. Informative Abstract - What's the Difference? A handout from UC Davis' Writing in the Disciplines Program outlines the differences between these two writing methods, and points out key components for your Executive Summary.

Executive Summaries Complete the Report - A handout from a business writing course at Cal State Norhtridge, including a sample Executive Summary, how to summarize main points and comments on writing style.

 

Poster Printing

The School of Veterinary Medicine Imaging Lab has a flat-bed printer on which posters can be printed in one large piece. The office requires that you make an appointment to print your poster, and limited hours are availble. Please plan in advance if you want to print your poster this way. Contact Teresa Suter at tasuter@ucdavis.edu for pricing and to schedule an appointment.

 

Poster and Oral Presentation Resources

View sample Posters from past DHC Convocations.

Poster Preparation - This site from the American Society of Plant Bioligists tells you what makes a great poster, where to begin when creating your own poster, and details about poster layout & assembly.

Effective Presentations - Guidelines for oral and poster presentations from the University of Kansas Medical Center with links to other web sites. Some of the links contain material developed by the university, and some of them are commercial.

How to prepare for Oral Presentations - a handout from a business communications class at Cal State Northridge that includes guidelines for preparing a PowerPoint Presentation.

 

Video Production

Video Recording Equipment - Students enrolled in seminars can check out VHS camcorders from Multimedia Equipment Support. Reserve equipment at least 3 days before you need it!

Location: 1440 Surge II West from the Silo

Phone: 752-3553 Fax: 752-0330

DHC also has a MiniDV camcorder that students can check out on a 24-hour basis. Contact Lindsay Hass at 752-3225 or lnhass@ucdavis.edu to reserve the camera for a particular time. Tapes are provided.

Media Computer Lab - 1154 Meyer Hall is the New Media Lab. It includes specialized software and computers great for designing posters and editing video footage. Because multimedia equipment is popular, it is a good idea to reserve a station in advance.

Location: 1154 Meyer Hall

Hours:	Monday-Thursday	8 am - Midnight
	Friday	8 am - 6 pm
	Saturday	Noon - 4 pm
	Sunday	Noon - Midnight

Lab Phone: 752-5215, Web site: http://clm.ucdavis.edu

Reservations: Send e-mail to lab-reserve@ucdavis.edu or call 752-8549 to reserve a station.

Hardware and Software: For information on hardware and software available in the Media Lab, visit the Lab Management web site a http://clm.ucdavis.edu/rooms/ and click on "Media Labs."

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