Are you presenting at EDST Research Day 2025? Want to share your work beyond the event, sharpen your research communication skills, and get the chance to win a $50 UBC Bookstore gift card? We’ve got the perfect opportunity for you!

Introducing the EDST Research Day Podcast & Blog Publication Award

This year, we’re taking research dissemination to the next level! We’re launching two exciting ways for you to showcase your work:

1. The Research Day Podcast – A short, professionally recorded interview where you’ll highlight key insights from your presentation.
2. The Research Day Blog Publication Award – A chance to transform your research into a compelling blog post and win a $50 UBC Bookstore gift card!

Why Participate?

• Expand Your Impact – Share your research beyond the conference, reaching a wider audience.
• Professional Development – Hone your ability to communicate your work clearly and concisely.
• Practice Podcasting & Interview Skills – Get comfortable with new mediums for research dissemination.
• Win a Prize! – Three winners will receive a $50 UBC Bookstore gift card and be featured on the EDST blog!

How to Get Involved

Step 1: Participate in the Research Day Podcast

We’ll be conducting 5-10 minute interviews with all presenters, including our keynote speaker, Dr. Taylor Webb. These quick conversations will capture the essence of your research and provide a valuable audio record of your work.

Sign up for a podcast recording slot during Research Day – we’ll have a small, quiet space booked for high-quality recordings. No experience necessary, just bring your enthusiasm and ideas!

Step 2: Submit Your Blog Post

• Transform your presentation or podcast interview into a 500-800 word blog post.
• Not a fan of traditional blog posts? We welcome creative formats like research reflections, Q&A formats, or multimedia-enhanced storytelling!
• All entries will be considered for publication on the EDST blog, and winners will receive $50 UBC Bookstore gift card.

Attendee Challenge: Win a Research Day Engagement Prize!

Not presenting but still want to get involved? We’ve got something for you too!

The EDST Research Day Engagement Challenge is your chance to reflect on the presentations, share insights, and be entered to win a $50 UBC Bookstore gift card!

How to Participate:

• Submit a short reflection (250-500 words) on a session that inspired you.
• Share a key insight or connection you made between different presentations.
• Get creative! Submit a photo essay, poem, or even a social media-style post summarizing what stood out to you.

Submission Details

• Deadline: 30 April 2025
• How to Submit: Email: edstblog.editor@ubc.ca with your submission.
• Eligibility: Open to all EDST Research Day presenters and attendees.

Need Inspiration?

Check out last year’s Research Day winner Mahfida Tahniat!

Ready to Get Started?

Sign up for your podcast interview, submit your blog post, or take part in the attendee challenge by 31 March 2025. We can’t wait to amplify your research and celebrate your contributions to EDST Research Day!

For questions, feel free to reach out to Ella Wright, EDST Blog Editor: edstblog.editor@ubc.ca