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. (Photo by Trevor Hopkin)

Last week, eight of the University of Regina’s brightest graduate students took on the challenge of presenting their complex research in just three minutes—using only one static slide—at the annual Three-Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition.
The 3MT Competition is an internationally recognized event that challenges thesis-based graduate students to communicate their research clearly, engagingly, and accessibly to a general audience, without props or animations.
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As the first-place winner, Baily Hack will represent the University of Regina at the Western Regional 3MT Competition at the University of Victoria in May, with the opportunity to advance to the National 3MT Showcase, hosted by the Canadian Association for Graduate Studies.
Dr. Aziz Douai, dean of the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research, says that 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. "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," says Douai.

Could you present your research in just three minutes?
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! Learn more about 3MT and the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research.