Annual Graduate Research Conference (GRC)

Sustainability Track Awards

The UNH Sustainability Institute is sponsoring research awards that contribute to a more sustainable future. Sustainability, the collective commitment to human dignity for all people and ecological integrity in all places, is fundamental to the public good and is a core UNH value. The awards will recognize research that spans a diverse set of disciplines and topics, contributing to one (or more) of the United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Two $500 awards are available, one for a poster and one for an oral presentation. The instructions for consideration are as follows:

1. All Sustainability award track registrants should view the following video to learn more about integrating sustainability into research: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hw2j3DIubvo 
2. GRC Sustainability track participants should include the following information in their poster or oral presentation: 

• Visual and verbal articulation of which UN Sustainable Development Goal(s) are being addressed in the research, including:  
  • A clear and compelling articulation of why this research matters to society 
  • A clear and compelling articulation of how this research could positively impact sustainability knowledge and/or practice 
• Oral presentations should include a slide dedicated to sustainability and the SDG(s) being addressed and should verbally reference the connection to sustainability throughout the presentation as appropriate.  
• Posters should include a dedicated portion on sustainability and the SDG(s) being addressed. Poster presentation should include a verbal discussion about sustainability. 

3. GRC Sustainability track registrants are encouraged to sign up for a short session to discuss their research and presentation with a faculty sustainability coach. Please click here to sign up for a date. Available on a first-come, first-served basis.  
4. When registering for the GRC, please register for the Sustainability Award Section only. 

Leitzel Center Awards

The UNH Joan and James Leitzel Center for Mathematics, Science and Engineering Education are specific awards presented each year at the UNH GRC. The awards recognize exemplary STEM education and outreach presented at the UNH GRC. The Leitzel Center will make up to two awards. Awards selection is based on the presenter’s demonstration of a significant contribution in at least one of two key areas:

1. Graduate student contributions made in the design and implementation of STEM education research projects, which advance our understanding of STEM education.
2. Graduate student contributions made in the design and implementation of STEM education outreach projects, which directly impact STEM teachers, instructors and faculty or STEM students of all ages through the application of enhanced STEM content or pedagogies.

Each Award is worth $500 to the winners. To be considered for the awards, you must contact Steve Hale at steve.hale@unh.edu to discuss your project and eligibility.

Getting Help

Questions on the conference, registration or in general should be emailed to the Grad School Deans office or call (603) 862-3005. You can also stop by the Graduate School Deans Office at Thompson Hall, Room 118, with any questions. Accessibility accommodation requests may be directed to the Office of the Associate Vice President for Research and Outreach Scholarship at (603) 862-2488.

• Student and Faculty FAQs
• Poster Printing on Campus
• Preparing for the GRC
• Oral and Poster Presentation Tips for the GRC
• Download official UNH logos

Also, students in need of poster creation help are encouraged to visit the Undergraduate Research Conference (URC) website for helpful tips and strategies.

Look back at the 2024 UNH GRC

Want to know what went on with the 2024 UNH Graduate Research Conference? Then check out the links below for more information!

• Access the 2024 GRC Media Space
• See The 2024 GRC Program