Printing Arts Lab

The maximum size our printer can handle is 48x36”, which is also the standard size.

Individuals can request one poster at a time. If there is a mistake on your poster, we can accommodate one reprint. Department- or class-wide requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis; please contact us at pal@gmu.edu to discuss large orders (i.e., 3 or more posters).

We primarily print research posters. We do not print personal or commercial requests. Requests related to other curricular activities (such as creative classwork) will be considered on a case-by-case basis according to availability of supplies and staffing.

No, we can only print on heavyweight coated paper at this time.

Posters can be picked up from the Information Desk on the first floor (where you would also check out circulating materials) during Fenwick Library's opening hours.

Posters cannot be returned or stored with the Information Desk. Once you have picked up your poster, it is considered your personal property, and Mason Libraries are not responsible for individuals' personal property. As per the Lost & Found Items Policy, the Information Desk does not hold items for drop-off. Please seek other ways to store or discard your poster if needed.

Instructional sessions covering research poster design are held intermittently throughout the Fall and Spring semesters; see the Upcoming Events calendar on the right-hand sidebar or visit here for more info.

One-on-one consultations are available either in-person or virtually. Schedule one by clicking the button under Help & Instruction on the left-hand sidebar.

We do not send a confirmation email upon receiving requests; however, you will be redirected to a webpage confirming your submission after filling out the form. We will send an email once your poster is printed and ready for pickup.

The Office of Student Creative Activities and Research (OSCAR) offers research poster templates which can be downloaded here.