Winners Named in the University of Regina’s 3MT Finale Showcase

Last week eight of the brightest graduate students at the University of Regina took on the challenge of presenting their complex research in just three minutes, using only one static slide at the Three-Minute Thesis competition. 

The Three-Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition is an internationally recognized event that challenges thesis-based graduate students to present their research in a clear, engaging, and accessible way to a general audience—using only one static slide and no props.

The 3MT Competition provides a unique opportunity for students to refine their communication skills and share their work in a way that resonates with the public. We are so proud of all the competitors for their dedication and enthusiasm. — Dr. Aziz Douai, Dean and Professor with the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research 

After an exciting evening of research, innovation, and inspiration at the 3MT finale last week, three winners came out on top: 

1st Place: Baily Hack from the Faculty of Social Work for her presentation “Journey to Anti-racist Education.” 

2nd Place: Angèle Poirier from JSGS of Public Policy for her presentation “Governance for resilient food systems in Saskatchewan.” 

3rd Place & People’s Choice Winner: Elise Melanson from the Faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies for her presentation “Physical Fitness: A Life Sentence of Self-Surveillance.” 

As the 1st place winner, Baily Hack will now represent the University of Regina at the Western Regional 3MT Competition, at the University of Victoria,  with the potential to advance to the National 3MT Showcase, hosted by the Canadian Association for Graduate Studies (CAGS).

“Graduate students at the University of Regina are conducting research that has the potential to drive innovation and create positive change in Saskatchewan and beyond,” said Dr. Aziz Douai, Dean of the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research. “The 3MT Competition provides a unique opportunity for students to refine their communication skills and share their work in a way that resonates with the public. We are so proud of all the competitors for their dedication and enthusiasm.”

Think you could present your research in three minutes or less? Find out more about 3MT and the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research! The University of Regina is already looking forward to next year’s 3MT Finale on March 26, 2026. Graduate students interested in participating are encouraged to start preparing now!

Banner photo: Eight graduate students took to the stage at Darke Hall on March 20 to present their complex research in just three minutes at the annual Three-Minute Thesis competition. Credit: University of Regina Photography