Flash Talks are Due May 5, 2026

 A flash talk is an individual presentation that summarizes your research in 8-12-minutes, accompanied by slides. For the Capstone Showcase, we would like you to present your topic, theoretical perspective, methods and materials, results, and the applications or implications of your findings.  

A suggestion for the sequencing of your presentation:  

• What is this about? – aka Introduction  
• Define the topic  
• Explain why the topic matters  
• Present your hypotheses  
• How did you do it? - aka Method  
• Participants or Populations impacted (if appropriate; sample size, mean age, gender distribution, race/ethnicity/ education)  
• Measures  
• Procedure (online or in person, how long participation took)  
• What did you find?  
• Summary of the results (tests you ran and findings)  
• Limitations and future directions (one of each)  
• Implications 

Review this video for instructions on how to create your recorded presentation.

Keep in mind that presentations should be no more than 8-12 minutes in length.

Presentations like the capstone showcase  should be added to your resume or CV as evidence of your research and presentation skills.

Review these tips for more information on how to properly list presentations and publications on your resume or CV.

Review these tips in preparation for taking your professional headshot.