Research Poster Printing
Research poster printing is a service provided by the Isché Library.
Initial funding for equipment and supplies was provided in part by the School of Graduate
Studies.
Poster printing is available for faculty, residents/fellows, staff, and students of LSUHSC-NO only.
Policy:
- This service is for academic research posters only. Posters for personal use, student events, or research that is not affiliated with
LSUHSC-NO are not eligible for this service.
- All posters submitted for printing must be the final draft in PDF format, set to your desired size.
- Please note: Library Staff cannot resize submissions and are not responsible for proofreading
posters or for any style or content errors.
- Please note: Library Staff cannot resize submissions and are not responsible for proofreading
posters or for any style or content errors.
- Maximum poster size is 59 inches in any direction.
- All posters printed by the Library must include a LSUHSC-NO logo.
- All posters must be submitted directly to the Isché Library at least 3 business days before the requested pick-up time.
- During periods of high demand, for instance, Graduate Research Day, we suggest that posters be submitted 4-5 days in advance. Posters may be picked up any time during Library operating hours.
- During periods of high demand, for instance, Graduate Research Day, we suggest that posters be submitted 4-5 days in advance. Posters may be picked up any time during Library operating hours.
- You must approve an 11X17 proof in-person before poster printing will begin. DO NOT WAIT TO COMPLETE THIS STEP.
- We cannot add your poster to the queue until this step is completed. We recommend that you approve your proof no less than 1 full business day before the
poster is needed.
- We cannot add your poster to the queue until this step is completed. We recommend that you approve your proof no less than 1 full business day before the
poster is needed.
- Printing typically occurs between 8:30am and 5:00pm Monday-Friday.
- Only authorized Library staff are allowed to operate the poster-printer. We cannot guarantee the availability of
trained staff outside of these hours.
- Only authorized Library staff are allowed to operate the poster-printer. We cannot guarantee the availability of
trained staff outside of these hours.
- Students and faculty are limited to a single copy of their submitted poster free-of-charge. Additional copies will not be accommodated.
- The Library does not provide tri-fold free-standing boards or any other type of mounting or any other customized finishing of printed posters.
How to Submit:
- Complete the Poster Printing Request form here: https://forms.office.com/r/ujCY2y9NA8
- Posters must be sent in PDF format.
- Please ensure that the file is saved with the correct dimensions desired for the final
poster (i.e. NOT 8.5”x11”).
- Check your email for notification that the proof is ready for review.
- Come to the Isché Library in person to review and approve your proof.
- If you wish to make changes to your file, you must review and approve the revised proof before your poster can be printed.
- You may wish to bring your laptop with you so that you can quickly make small edits
if necessary.
- You will receive an email when the poster is finished and ready for pickup. Come to
the Circulation Desk to pick up your poster any time that the Library is open.
- The Isché Library can trim posters if the height or width is less than 50 inches.
- The posters will be rolled and secured with rubber bands for pickup.
Need help with a poster?
- Visit our Poster Printing LibGuide for detailed information, design tips, and more: https://libguides.lsuhsc.edu/posterprinting.
- The Graphics Department of the Campus Technology and Supply Store can provide assistance with poster design
for a fee, 15 minute minimum.
- Sample poster templates are available to download for free.
- If you need to resize your poster, in PowerPoint go to Design -> Slide Size -> Custom Slide Size where you can specify the width and height of the slide in inches. A video tutorial is available here: https://youtu.be/xYFud_A9wqo?feature=shared.
- To export your document, choose either Save As and select PDF, or Save as Adobe PDF, or choose Export and select Create Adobe PDF. To maintain the correct size, DO NOT “Print to PDF”. This will resize your file
to 8.5” x 11”. This is covered in the last portion of the video tutorial available here: https://youtu.be/xYFud_A9wqo?feature=shared.
- Official LSUHSC-NO and school logos are available for download; login is required to access. Please make sure you are using the approved logos.
The full Graphics Standards Manual can be reviewed here: https://www.lsuhsc.edu/admin/it/web/docs/LSUHNOGraphicsStandards.pdf
Dental Research Poster Printing:
Posters for School of Dentistry faculty, students, residents, and staff are printed
at the Isché/Downtown Library. Once complete, posters can be picked up at the Isché
Library or delivered to the Dental Library upon request.
School of Dentistry poster templates:
Updated October 2024