Collegiate Poster Sessions

Since 2019, MMTA has hosted collegiate poster sessions at its state conference. Their purpose is to disseminate research between music educators and to provide professional development opportunities for current college students in Missouri.

Please read the following before applying:

Application Deadline

October 27, 2025

Notification of Acceptance

October 29, 2025

Eligibility

Current undergraduate and graduate students that either study in Missouri or have a permanent residence in Missouri but study outside the state. All applicants must be members of MTNA at the time of application and during the conference.

Time and Location

Saturday, November 8, 2025;  Missouri State University, Springfield, MO

Additional Information

  • By submitting a poster, you are consenting to MMTA’s use of your name, poster title, bio, headshot, and abstract in public materials and will not hold MMTA or its affiliates liable for any and all damages related to its use.
  • Selected posters must present their work in person. Students whose posters are selected will receive a $100 travel reimbursement to attend the conference.
  • MMTA will furnish a table in which the poster may be placed.

Poster Session Registration Instructions

Posters representing empirical research, musicological research, practical teaching applications, and collegiate chapter activities are welcome.

Submissions must include all the following files and information. Email submissions to: HyeJungHong[at]missouristate[dot]edu

  • Email
  • Name
  • Current Address
  • Permanent Address (if different from current address)
  • Phone Number
  • School Affiliation
  • Poster Title
  • Abstract (approx. 250 words)
  • Bio (approx. 50 words, include the name of the school you are attending)
  • Headshot (resolution must be at least 300 dpi)
  • Computer-Generated Poster File (must be JPG or PDF measuring approx. 30 x 40 inches)