#1 Sketch your poster design before using software
#2 Browse posters online and at conferences
#3 Use your department poster template
#4 Equal amounts of text and visuals
#5 Use SmartArt, graphis, and textbox
#6 Use CC licensed images and public domain
#7 Print out an 8.5 x 11 version first
#8 Ask for feedback from classmates and colleagues
#9 Presentation prowess: have clear talking points
#10 Upload poster to DRUM drum.lib.umd.edu/