3MT Competition
The University of Memphis Graduate School is proud to host its inaugural Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) Competition. This exciting event challenges UofM graduate students to present their research, scholarship, or creative work in just three minutes to a general audience.
The 3MT® Competition celebrates the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly, concisely, and engagingly beyond academic audiences.
Through this competition, graduate students have the opportunity to:
- Showcase your research to the broader UofM community
- Build confidence in public speaking
- Strengthen professional communication skills
- Prepare for conferences, interviews, and future career opportunities
- Connect with fellow graduate students and faculty across disciplines
Participants will present their work using only one static slide and three minutes of spoken presentation time.
Competition Timeline: Fall 2026 Schedule
- September 29: 3MT Informational & Resources Workshop hosted by the UofM Libraries in the McWherter Library 2nd floor Commons from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- October 29: Deadline to upload 3MT presentation video
- November 11: UofM 3MT Competition in the UC Theatre
Additional competition details and deadlines will be added as the event approaches.
Whether your research is conducted in a lab, classroom, archive, studio, or community setting, 3MT® helps you share why your work matters.