February 16, 2026

3MT Competition Open for Submissions

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3MT Competition Open for Submissions
 
The OGSPS Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition is open for submission, and we encourage your students and scholars to step into the spotlight! Help us inspire our Boilermakers to showcase their research, strengthen their communication skills, and take on this exciting challenge.
 

The Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) competition, developed by The University of Queensland, challenges graduate students and postdoctoral scholars to clearly and compellingly explain their research to a non-specialist audience—in just three minutes with one slide. This fast-paced event builds presentation and research communication skills while encouraging participants to distill years of work into a concise, engaging format. It’s not about “dumbing down” research—it’s about making complex ideas accessible and impactful.

Prizes
  • 1st Place: $5,000
  • Runner Up: $3,000
  • People’s Choice: $2,000
Why Participate?
  • Compete for up to $5,000 in prize money
  • Gain skills that give a competitive edge in job interviews, grant writing, and public speaking
  • Highlight their research on a regional and potentially national stage
  • The Purdue winner advances to the Midwestern Association of Graduate Schools 3MT competition
Submission Deadline: Friday, March 6 at 11:59 PM
 
Interested students and scholars should simply submit a draft video and one presentation slide using the following survey link. https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6yFlM70TewNGJBI
Important: No faculty nomination is required — students and postdocs may self enter!
 
 
Alli
Allison L Loy (s/h)
Events Coordinator
Office of the Vice Provost for Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Scholars
Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Professional Development