3MT Competition
The University of Memphis Graduate School is proud to host its inaugural Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) Competition founded by The University of Queensland. 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
- Open Sept 30th- Closing Oct 14th: Deadline to upload 3MT presentation video
- November 11: UofM 3MT Competition in the UC Theatre start time is 3:30 p.m.
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.
Awards & Recognition
The competition will be separated into two categories: Master’s students and Doctoral students.
Awards (for each category):
- Winner: $750
- Runner-up: $500
Additional Awards:
- People’s Choice Award: $100
Finalists:
- All finalists will receive certificates of participation
Additional Benefit:
- Travel support (transportation and two nights hotel) to compete in the Regional Conference held at the Conference of Southern Graduate Schools in February 2027 will also be provided for the winner of the doctoral category.
