The seventh annual Pioneer Creative Activities and Research Poster Day showcased more than 90 poster projects highlighting faculty, staff and student research from across the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. The projects reflect the rigorous and wide-ranging nature of undergraduate research at the university, with topics spanning veterinary medicine in Thailand, the synthesis and characterization of pyrylium dyes and the historical restoration of clothing for the Mining & Rollo Jamison Museum.
Josh Landowski, a senior psychology major, presented research from an independent project on the continued influence effect of misinformation in video formats. This phenomenon, studied within cognitive psychology, examines how false statements can continue to influence people’s beliefs, behaviors and judgments even after being corrected or retracted.
“Poster Day provides a valuable professional development opportunity,” said Landowski. “It’s a great way for students to learn how to present their research and build the skills and confidence needed for graduate school or other research opportunities. It also enhances a student’s CV and helps develop public speaking skills.”
Dr. Holly Attenborough, assistant provost and professor of mathematics, organized the event to champion the culture of research on campus.
“Poster Day truly showcases the breadth and depth of research happening at UW-Platteville,” Attenborough said. “With posters spanning multiple disciplines across all three colleges and included ice cream sampling—this event highlights the creativity and dedication of our students and faculty. It’s inspiring to see their passion and hard work come to life.”
Poster Day is organized by the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs and made possible with Student Research Engagement Funds.