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Logo Issue #8 | April 2014 ######################################################################## In this Newsletter: Reading Strategies for STEM Students Mount Sinai Medical School Information Session Managing Test Anxiety in STEM Disciplines Integrating into the Job Market MBRS-RISE Program: DEADLINE EXTENDED to April 7 Minority Access to Research Centers (MARC) Program: DEADLINE EXTENDED to April 16 MIND Alliance 2014 Summer Internship: Deadline April 21 Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP): Deadline April 30 Summer 2014 Research Opportunities Ask SciMON, SciMON Says * Contact Details * Subscription Details ######################################################################## Greetings from SciMON! Here are the exciting events and deadlines for April and May, 2014. Attention Bulletin Subscribers! As you have probably heard, Hunter’s new email system will soon be in effect. This means that your Hunter email will now be your CUNYfirst username followed by @myhunter.cuny.edu. To make sure that you keep receiving our monthly bulletin, please update your email here (http://www.hunter.cuny.edu/scimon/windows/scimonbulletin_signup?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter0414emailupdate)before May 23! ######################################################################## * Upcoming SciMON Events * Reading Strategies for STEM Students April 3 | 1pm-2:30pm, TH 205 Join Karen Perlman, Academic Coach, to learn strategies for reading textbooks, research articles, and lab reports. Material will be provided, but you can also bring your own work. RSVP with the Office of AccessABILITY. Mount Sinai Medical School Information Session April 9 | 1pm-2:30pm, HW 215 Roland Pinzon, Recruitment Coordinator, and Dr. Basil Hanss, Associate Dean of the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences will share information about the various graduate programs at Mt. Sinai, tips on how to apply and what they are looking for in candidates. Managing Test Anxiety in STEM Disciplines April 10 | 4:15pm-5:15pm (Talk), 5:15pm-6:30pm (Reception), HW 8th Floor Faculty Dining Room Join Karen Perlman, Academic Coach, to pick up tips on how to reduce stress, build confidence, and improve your overall test-taking abilities for classes in the science and math disciplines. RSVP with the Office of AccessABILITY. Integrating into the Job Market April 23 | 1pm-2:30pm, TH 205 Join Karen Perlman, Academic Coach, to learn imperative skills for attaining a position with both Deaf and hearing employers. This job readiness training will focus on effective resume and cover letter writing as well as dressing for success, networking, interview skills and the soft skills needed to break into careers. RSVP with the Office of AccessABILITY. * Upcoming Deadlines * Minority Biomedical Research Support – Research Initiative for Scientific Enhancement (MBRS-RISE) - http://www.hunter.cuny.edu/scimon/programs/list?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter0314mbrsrise#MBRS-RISE Application Deadline: DEADLINE EXTENDED to April 7 Eligibility Requirements: Click here - http://www.hunter.cuny.edu/scimon/programs/choosing?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter0314eligibility The MBRS-RISE program offers research experience and academic and financial support for undergraduate and graduate students interested in biomedical research and eventually obtaining a PhD. Students participate in a Hunter Faculty member’s research lab, and receive financial support and a tuition waiver. Students also receive support to present their work at a scientific conference, and participate in other professional development activities. HOW TO APPLY 1. Obtain the contact information for 2 references, and fill out cover sheet here - http://www.hunter.cuny.edu/scimon/repository/files/Recommendation Cover Sheet_July 8 2013.doc 2. Obtain your official transcript 3. Apply here - http://www.hunter.cuny.edu/scimon/programs/apply?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter0314apply#genappchart Minority Access to Research Centers (MARC) - http://www.hunter.cuny.edu/scimon/programs/list?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter0314marc#MARC Application Deadline: DEADLINE EXTENDED to April 16 Eligibility Requirements: Click here - http://www.hunter.cuny.edu/scimon/programs/choosing?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter0314eligibility The MARC program trains talented students in biomedical research and encourages them to pursue PhDs in this field. Students are offered a short introductory course in biomedical research, the opportunity to participate in faculty research, and the opportunity to present at the Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students. HOW TO APPLY 1. Obtain the contact information for 2 references, and fill out cover sheet here - http://www.hunter.cuny.edu/scimon/repository/files/Recommendation Cover Sheet_July 8 2013.doc 2. Obtain a copy of your unofficial transcript 3. Write two application essays 4. Apply here - http://www.hunter.cuny.edu/scimon/programs/apply?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter0314apply#genappchart MIND Alliance 2014 Summer Internship (http://www.hunter.cuny.edu/scimon/research/MINDsummerinternship?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter0414mindsummer) Application Deadline: April 21 Eligibility Requirements: Click here (http://www.hunter.cuny.edu/scimon/research/MINDsummerinternship?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter0414mindsummer) The MIND Alliance, in collaboration with the Office of AccessABILITY and SciMON, is pleased to offer five undergraduate research internship stipends in the amount of $1,500 for the summer of 2014. Students must obtain a commitment from a Hunter faculty member in a STEM discipline to mentor them on a research project during the summer of 2014. The internship will take place between June 2 and August 22, 2014. The individual student and faculty member will determine the specific weekly schedule. HOW TO APPLY 1. Obtain a commitment from a Hunter faculty member in a STEM discipline to mentor you over the summer 2. Apply here - http://www.hunter.cuny.edu/scimon/windows/mind-alliance-2014-summer-internship-application?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter0414mindsummerapply Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) - http://www.hunter.cuny.edu/scimon/programs/list#LSAMP Application Deadline: April 30 Eligibility Requirements: Click here (http://www.hunter.cuny.edu/scimon/programs/choosing?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter0414eligibility) The Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation is an alliance of 17 CUNY Colleges and the CUNY Graduate Center. Students participate in faculty research and receive mentoring from senior faculty. HOW TO APPLY 1. Obtain the contact information for 2 references, and fill out cover sheet here (http://www.hunter.cuny.edu/scimon/repository/files/Recommendation Cover Sheet_July 8 2013.doc) 2. Obtain your official transcript 3. Prepare your curriculum vitae 4. Obtain your proof of citizenship and social security card 5. Apply here - http://projectstem.net/Community/ProfileCenter/tabid/78/ctl/Register/Default.aspx?returnurl=%2fSTEMLogin%2ftabid%2f97%2fDefault.aspx * Other Exciting News * 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 - http://bit.ly/scimonresearch (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! 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! 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