We are pleased to announce a new summer internship program, SCI Scholars, for chemistry and chemical engineering undergraduates.
The program is a joint effort of the Society of Chemical Industry (SCI), America International Group (AIG), the American Chemical Society (ACS), and the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE), and was developed to introduce chemistry and chemical engineering students to careers in the chemical industry.
Exceptional sophomores and juniors with a GPA of at least 3.5 and who are majoring in chemistry or chemical engineering are encouraged to apply.
Program details:
- Twenty-one scholars will be chosen for internship positions in the summer of 2010.
- SCI Scholars receive $6,000-$9,000 for a ten-week internship.
- Students will be awarded a certificate and an additional $1000, which can be used for any purpose, such as participation at an ACS or AIChE meeting.
- Scholars nominate a high school chemistry teacher for recognition. Teachers will be awarded a certificate from SCI and $1,000, which can be used for professional development or classroom materials.
Applications are due January 15, 2010.
Interested students should visit http://www.acs.org/sci to fill out an application and get more information.
Posted October 27, 2009 in Uncategorized
The Center for Undergraduate Research & Creative Activities at the University at Buffalo enjoys affiliations with several national organizations whose mission is to further engage undergraduates in research. The National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR) hosts a National Research Symposium for Undergraduates each Spring. UB undergraduates who apply and are accepted to present at NCUR will receive travel funding through the CURCA office.
This year’s conference is in Missoula, Montana April 15-17, 2010. Please visit their website at www.umt.edu/ncur2010 and select the link on that page to Call for Abstracts. Abstract submission is currently open. The deadline for submission is December 4, 2009.
“Meet me in Montana” for NCUR — April 15-17, 2010.
Please review the NCUR website for application details, and then make an appointment to speak with the UB’s Director of CURCA for additional information on travel funding. Strict deadlines are enforced for this process, so please pay close attention to all the application details. Good luck!
Posted October 27, 2009 in Uncategorized
Attention Juniors and Seniors Conducting Undergraduate Research!
Are you interested in Graduate School?
The Council on Undergraduate Research hosts a Registry of Undergraduate Researchers. The purpose of this registry is to facilitate matchmaking between undergraduates who have research experience and a desire to pursue an advanced degree, with graduate schools seeking high quality students who are well prepared for research.
The Registry is open to students in the fields of Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Physics/ Astronomy, Mathematics/Computer Science, Economics, Geosciences, Engineering, Psychology, Sociology, Humanities and Anthropology/Archaeology.
Any undergraduate may go to http://www.cur.org/ugreg/ to fill out a simple curriculum vitae form. There is no charge to the student and records will be made available to bona fide Graduate Schools that contract with CUR for this service.
Posted October 22, 2009 in Uncategorized
The CSIS Commission on Smart Global Health is seeking essay submissions that answer the following question in 500-800 words by midnight, November 20th 2009:
“What is the most important thing the U.S. can do to improve global health over the next 15 years?”
We are looking for fresh, innovative approaches to global health problems. The author of the winning essay will receive a $1,000 scholarship with a chance to be published in the Commission’s final report. Complete details can be found at:
http://www.smartglobalhealth.org/pages/essay-signup
The CSIS Commission on Smart Global Health Policy focuses on practical solutions that maximize efficiency, produce measurable results, and engage the American public. This essay contest is one way we’re expanding the conversation to include the ideas and opinions of people who are passionate about global health issues.
Posted October 20, 2009 in Uncategorized
This form is for the Deans and their students submitting posters for the
Celebration of Academic Excellence.
Student Submission Form
