Rationale

This research colloquium serves as a vital platform for the dissemination, discussion, and enrichment of scholarly work of the Graduate students in the College  of Computer Studies.

Objectivies

• Knowledge Sharing and Broad Dissemination: It provides a valuable opportunity for presenters to share their research findings and progress with a wider academic community, extending beyond their immediate advisors. 

• Constructive Feedback and Diverse Perspectives: While not the primary evaluative body, the audience, including fellow researchers and faculty, can offer valuable feedback and diverse perspectives that might not have been considered during the advisory process.

• Cultivating a Culture of Inquiry and Scholarly Exchange: The colloquium fosters an environment of intellectual curiosity and open dialogue. It encourages a healthy exchange of ideas, promotes critical thinking, and strengthens the overall research culture within our college/department.

• Assessment of Research Value and Academic Standards: While the advisory panel oversees the research's rigor and methodology, the invited panel of judges from the faculty plays a crucial role in ensuring that the presented research demonstrates value and aligns with the academic standards of our departments and CCS in general. Their assessment focuses on the significance of the research question, the potential impact of the findings, and the overall quality of the scholarly work within the established academic benchmarks. This is not a judgment of the presenter's capabilities but rather an affirmation of the research's contribution to the academic body of knowledge.

• Developing Presentation and Communication Skills: The colloquium offers presenters a valuable opportunity to hone their presentation and communication skills in a supportive and academic setting. 

Program of Activities

Guidelines and Rules for Presenters: