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Greetings from SciMON!
Here are the exciting events and deadlines for May and June, 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 before May 23!
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Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP)
Application Deadline: April 30 DEADLINE EXTENDED: May 9
Eligibility Requirements: Click here
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
2. Obtain your official transcript
3. Prepare your curriculum vitae
4. Obtain your proof of citizenship and social security card
5. Apply here
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McNair Scholars Program
Application Deadline: March 28 DEADLINE EXTENDED to May 30
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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Resource Assisted Initiatives in Science Empowerment for Women (RAISE-W)
Application Deadline: June 6
Eligibility Requirements: Click here
The RAISE-W program seeks to address training, productivity, and skills acquisition in all students interested in the empowerment and retention of women in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. Program participants engage in 15-20 hours weekly hands-on research training in laboratory experiments with a faculty mentor. Students also interact with successful scientists during workshop sessions and receive private one-on-one executive coaching.
HOW TO APPLY
1. Obtain the contact information for 1 reference, who can comment on your education, motivation, and potential for scientific research, and fill out cover sheet here
2. Obtain your unofficial transcript AND your official transcript
3. Mail your official transcript to this address:
Attn: RAISE-W
Macaulay Honors College
The City University of New York
35 W. 67th St.
New York, NY 10023
4. Apply here
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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!
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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