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Happy New Year from SciMON!
Here are the exciting events and deadlines for January and February, 2014.
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Upcoming Events
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How to Find and Cite a Science Article
February 5 | 1pm-2:30pm, Leon & Toby Cooperman Library, Room E114
Do you need help finding peer-reviewed research to support claims you are making in a paper? Do you wish you knew how to cite references and create bibliographies using citation managers like RefWorks? Look no further than our very own Hunter Library for a special workshop about how to find and cite academic papers quickly and easily.
Presentation Tips Workshop
February 11 | 12:30pm-2pm, Room TBA
Are you planning to present your research at the Undergraduate Research Conference this year? If you are presenting your work at a conference or anywhere else, you won’t want to miss this exciting session! In this workshop, Professor Derrick Brazill will provide students with tips for how to efficiently and effectively present research. Dr. Brazill will emphasize how to plan presentations, how to organize data and information, and how to present information orally and visually.
Presentation and Poster Feedback Drop-In Hours
February 19 | 1pm-2:30pm & 5pm-6:30pm, Room TBA
Another excellent opportunity to fine-tune your presentation skills, just in time for the Undergraduate Research Conference! During these two sessions (feel free to drop by for either or both), students can get one-on-one help with the layout and organization of posters and PowerPoint presentations. SciMON staff and graduate student researchers will be on hand to give feedback on students’ drafts of presentations. Please bring a draft of your presentation with you, and note that we will not be able to give you feedback on the content of your presentation, but only its layout and organization.
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Upcoming Deadlines
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Undergraduate Research Conference: Request for Proposals
Proposal submission deadline: January 17 DEADLINE EXTENDED TO February 3
The 2nd annual Undergraduate Research Conference at Hunter College will be held on March 5-6, 2014. The conference provides a forum for Hunter undergraduates from all disciplines and departments to present their research or scholarship via poster sessions and oral presentations. Applications are now being accepted for students interested in presenting posters or oral presentations.
HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR PROPOSAL
1. Make sure your faculty advisor approves of you submitting a presentation proposal
2. Decide whether you would like to present a poster or a 10-minute oral presentation
3. Prepare an abstract about your work in 250 words or less
4. Fill out this form
5. Send your faculty advisor this link so she/he can formally approve of your submission
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Blueprint Program for Enhancing Neuroscience Diversity through Undergraduate Education (BP-ENDURE)
Application Deadline: January 31
Eligibility Requirements: Click here
The BP-ENDURE program is designed to identify exceptionally talented undergraduates and prepare them to obtain doctoral degrees in neuroscience-related fields of study. The program offers specialized neuroscience courses, summer research experiences, and mentoring from senior faculty.
HOW TO APPLY
1. Obtain the contact information for 2 references, and fill out cover sheet here
2. Obtain your unofficial transcript
3. Write an application essay
4. Apply here
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McNair Scholars Program
Application Deadline: January 31
Eligibility Requirements: Click here
The Ronald E. McNair program prepares eligible undergraduates for doctoral studies through involvement in research and scholarly activity. Participants acquire the skills and knowledge required for admission to graduate school and the successful completion of graduate studies.
HOW TO APPLY
1. Obtain the contact information for 2 references, and fill out cover sheet here
2. Obtain documentation of financial need
3. Obtain your Student Aid Report (SAR)
4. Obtain a writing sample
5. Write an application essay
6. Apply here
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CUNY Summer Undergraduate Research Program (C-SURP)
Application Deadline: February 14
Eligibility Requirements: Click here
The CUNY Summer Undergraduate Research Program is a 10-week program running from June 2 – August 8, 2014. The program offers a hands-on research experience, and is open to students interested in key research areas in the biological, chemical and physical sciences and in engineering. Students will be matched with a faculty member working in their desired area at one of the CUNY colleges, and will complete and present a research project. Accepted applicants will receive a $3,500 stipend and monthly unlimited MetroCards for the duration of the program.
HOW TO APPLY
1. Obtain one letter of recommendation from a professor
2. Obtain a copy of your official or unofficial transcript
3. Write a personal statement
4. Apply here
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Other Exciting News
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Short-term Employment Opportunity: Help With the Undergraduate Research Conference!
We are looking for students who are interested in a short-term part-time employment opportunity helping SciMON staff prepare for and work at this year’s UGRC. Interested students should be available to work during the weeks of February 24 and March 3, and should be available to work for nearly 8 hours/day on both March 5th and 6th. Students will help post flyers and other advertising, prepare materials for the conference, and work at registration tables and other posts on the days of the conference. Students will work between a total of 15-30 hours. If you are interested, please contact us at [log in to unmask].
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Summer 2014 Research Opportunities
There are thousands of research internships and opportunities available to undergraduates in a diversity of subject areas at universities, research centers, and institutions across the nation and around the world. Many of the deadlines for application to these opportunities began in December and continue through the spring. SciMON’s Research Opportunities Database (including a link to the National Science Foundation’s Research Experiences for Undergraduates database) allows you to view these opportunities by area of interest. Many offer room, board, stipends, and cover the costs of your travel expenses to get there. So plan something exciting for your summer—start browsing for the right research experience for you today!
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Ask SciMON, SciMON Says
Do you have questions about how to get involved in research? Are you looking for ways to prepare yourself to succeed as an undergraduate, graduate student, and beyond? Ever wondered what kinds of STEM careers are out there for you? SciMON is here to help! Browse our database of questions, answers, and documents here, or submit your own questions to the SciMON team of experts, and receive a personalized response.
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