Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around how to effectively categorize and present conference participation in a CV, particularly for a newly graduated engineering student. It addresses the distinction between different types of contributions, such as oral presentations and guest lectures, and the inclusion of upcoming presentations.
Discussion Character
- Technical explanation
- Conceptual clarification
- Debate/contested
- Homework-related
Main Points Raised
- One participant suggests that both attending and presenting at conferences are important for a CV, but questions how to classify different roles, such as guest lecturer versus paper presenter.
- Another participant notes that attendance is significant, especially if there are presentations involved, and mentions that a research article can be listed as "in preparation" for future conferences.
- A participant emphasizes the importance of including oral presentations and suggests that if a presentation is accompanied by a research article, it should be mentioned in the list of articles.
- One contributor highlights that being invited to give a talk is significant and should be categorized as an "invited presentation," which may warrant a separate section in the CV.
- There is a question about whether having a subsection for "Invited talks/Guest lecture" is sufficient emphasis, to which another participant responds that it is generally acceptable and aligns with common practices.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally agree on the importance of including various types of conference participation in a CV, but there is some debate regarding the best way to categorize and emphasize different roles, particularly between invited talks and regular presentations. The discussion remains unresolved on the optimal presentation format.
Contextual Notes
Some participants express uncertainty about the significance of guest lectures compared to other types of presentations and how to appropriately highlight them in a CV. There are also differing opinions on the necessity of separate sections for invited presentations.
Who May Find This Useful
New graduates, particularly in engineering and related fields, as well as individuals preparing their CVs for academic or professional purposes may find this discussion relevant.
