Dr. Marks from Columbia University Medical Center will be coming to Hunter on Friday, January 30th at 4pm to discuss his research and the SPURS Application in Hunter East 819. 

RSVP Today at https://cunyhunterretain.askadmissions.net/Portal/EI/ViewDetails?gid=623577ef274b27e35d4ca2b4cc1cbc63009055
 
* Completed application form (Deadline 2/6/2015) * Official academic transcript * Two evaluation letters * Statement of purpose (3 pages maximum)

- Indicate reason for applying & prior related research experience

- Outline the nature of your interest in summer research and proposed research topic

- Describe future education and career goals * Resume (include honors, awards, & other recognitions) ELIGIBILITY * 3.0 grade point average (GPA) or better * African American * Hispanic American * Native American * Pacific Islander

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
FACULTY
Students will be assigned a faculty mentor with whom the student will conduct directed research in an area of mutual interest.
WEEKLY SEMINARS & WORKSHOPS
In addition to research, interns will participate in weekly seminars and workshops. During the weekly seminars, students will have regular opportunities to discuss their research projects.
MEETINGS
Meetings with staff and mentors will provide an informal setting for discussions of varied topics, such as: opportunities in academia and the nature and rewards of an academic career.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Housing accommodations at Columbia's Morningside Heights campus can be arranged for a fee payable by the program participant. Financial support for housing accommodations is subject to funding availability. No meal plan is provided.
STIPEND
$4,000.00 stipend for living expenses beyond the cost of housing.

The application website is http://www.spurs.columbia.edu/application.html