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Dean of the School of Natural Sciences at St. Edward's University.

Amgen Scholars Program – due 2/1/17

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From Michael Bergren, Amgen Scholars Global Program Office:

Now approaching its eleventh summer, the Amgen Scholars Program continues to offer undergraduates the opportunity to collaborate with faculty at top institutions on cutting-edge scientific research at ten renowned U.S. host institutions.

Applications for the 2017 U.S. Amgen Scholars Program are now online.  Note that applicants do not need to currently attend one of the host institutions to participate. In fact, Amgen Scholars have represented over 700 colleges and universities to date.

The application close date is February 1, 2017. Eligibility requirements, as well as site-specific programming information, is available via amgenscholars.com.

  • Links for U.S. Program flyer and e-Card
  • Learn more about our program alumni in science and medicine by reading Ten to Watch.

Any person requiring more information is welcome to contact Michael Bergren directly. 

Texas Sea Grant College Program – Opportunities for students – Due 1/27/17

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From Mia Zwolinski at Texas A&M University:

The 2017 NOAA Fisheries / Sea Grant Fellowship Federal Funding Opportunities for Population and Ecosystem Dynamics and for Marine Resource Economics, have been posted to Grants.Gov, funding opportunity number NOAA-OAR-SG-2017-2005039 and NOAA-OAR-SG-2017-2005041.  

 Please access our Texas Sea Grant website for Fellowship application information, guidelines and templates:
http://texasseagrant.org/funding/population-dynamics-fellowship/.

 

Please note the following important information for processing applications:

 Please let Mia Zwolinski know if you have any questions.

Oak Ridge Associated Universities Summer Internships – Due Now!

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From Mike Janney of ORAU:

ORAU administers Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) research participation programs for civilians such as the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) Program that allow senior scientists, faculty; high school, bachelor’s, masters’ and doctoral students, and recent graduates to enhance their science education experience in projects and activities at research facilities worldwide.  Last year, ORAU placed over 9,400 participants in educational research roles across the country.

I am excited to share the following civilian summer research programs with the U.S. Air Force Research Lab, Army Research Lab and the Army Institute for Surgical Research. All opportunities can be located at www.orau.org/maryland.   A single application can be utilized to apply to all of these programs and other DoD research opportunities.  I am e-mailing institutions across the country in attempt to alert students about the available opportunities.  Please share my e-mail with your students and faculty to encourage your students to apply to these great research opportunities.  The opportunities that I am e-mailing you about today with be located either in OH, MD or TX at the respective research laboratory.  The start dates for each summer program will vary slightly.  In addition to summer research opportunities, we have even more opportunities for post-graduates from the BS-PhD level.  We will continue to receive additional  research opportunities as we approach late Spring, however, the programs listed below wanted to get a jump start on the recruitment process.  The application deadlines will vary from one program to the next, but most Selecting Officials will like to start reviewing the applicants following the first of the year. Selected participants will receive monthly stipends for their research participation within each program.

 

 U.S. Air Force Research Lab – 2017 Repperger Internship Program (39 opportunities for BS students – PhD candidates) – U.S. Citizenship Required

Information Webpage: http://www.orau.org/maryland/repperger.html

 

U.S. Army Research Lab – Summer Journeyman Fellowship Program (50+ opportunities for BS graduates -PhD candidates) –  Non U.S. Citizens may apply for consideration

Information Webpage: http://www.orau.org/arlfellowship/applicants/programs/journeyman-fellows-summer-program.htm

U.S. Army Institute for Surgical Research – Summer Internship Program (12 opportunities for BS students) – U.S. Citizenship Required

Information Webpage: https://www.orau.org/maryland/isr.html

 

Research areas include, but not limited the following:

Biology, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Biological Engineering,  Biomedical Engineering, Biophysics, Chemistry, Cell Biology, Chemical Engineering,  Cognitive Science, Computer Science,  Electrical Engineering,  Health Physics, Hearing Science, Human Factors Engineering, Information Science, Industrial Engineering, Genetics-Genomics, Mathematics, Material Science, Mechanical Engineering, Molecular Biology, Neuroscience Medical Physics, Neuromorphic Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Neuroscience,  Physiology, Physics, Psychology, Experimental Psychology, Robotics,  Social Science, Spectroscopy, Statistics, Statistical Data Mining and more.

Best regards,

Mike Janney, MA
Scientific Assessment and Workforce Development
Sr. Recruiter
ORAU

Summer Internship Program at Johns Hopkins – Deadline 31 Dec. 2016

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The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (JHU/APL) is a not-for-profit research division of the world-renowned Johns Hopkins University.  Located in Laurel, Maryland, JHU/APL is one of the nation’s premier centers for systems engineering integration, technology research and development, and analysis.  With a staff of 6,000, annual funding over $1.08 billion, and a wealth of intellectual capital, JHU/APL has served as trusted advisors and technical experts to the government for more than 70 years.

 JHU/APL is currently seeking full-time students with a strong academic record for our APL Technology Leadership Scholars (ATLAS) Internship Program.  The ATLAS Internship Program is offered to well-qualified, highly motivated undergraduate and graduate students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), and Minority Institutions (MIs) who have an interest in applied scientific research.  This highly competitive 10 – 12 week paid summer internship program focuses on building technical and leadership skills that will uniquely prepare students for careers in science and engineering. 

 Our goal is to help students understand and appreciate their own aptitudes, grow personally and professionally, and envision their future careers.  In addition to performing cutting-edge research, ATLAS summer interns attend professional development seminars that teach them how to operate effectively in professional and business environments and address interpersonal skill development, interviewing skills, and resume preparation.  They also get the chance to practice communication skills such as technical writing, public speaking, and presenting. 

ATLAS applicants must have completed at least their sophomore year of college prior to beginning the summer internship, have a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average, and be pursuing a degree in one of the following technical fields:

  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Computer Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Computer Science
  • Mathematics
  • Biology
  • Geology
  • Physics

I encourage you to share this email and the attached information about JHU/APL and the ATLAS Internship Program with your students.  Having successfully hired more than 30 interns as full time employees, the ATLAS Internship Program presents an excellent opportunity for potential full time employment to follow.    

Videos of ATLAS alumni who are now full time employees can be viewed on YouTube.  Applications should be submitted online by December 31st.  http://www.jhuapl.edu/education/diversity/atlas.asp

I appreciate the time and effort you will put forth in passing this information along and look forward to receiving some strong applicants from your respective university.  Please contact me if you should have any questions.

 

Thank You,

Nykia

Nykia Jackson Brooks, D.Eng., PMP

ATLAS Internship Program Technical Coordinator

Rest in Peace Bro. Romard Barthel, SEU and NSCI Icon

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It is with great sadness that I pass along the news that Bro. Romard Barthel (CSC ’47), of the Order of the Holy Cross, passed away on Wed., 7 December at the age of 92.  Bro. Romard taught physics and life at St. Edward’s University for generations of students.

I arrived at St. Edward’s as Dean of Natural Sciences in July 2014.  It did not take long for the stories of Bro. Romard to begin making their way to me.  I quickly began meeting some of the numerous alumni and current faculty members whose lives were forever changed by Bro. Romard’s kindness, dedication, attention, and inspirational model.

Bro. Romard significantly impacted the trajectory of the School of Natural Sciences and St. Edward’s University. In the history of an institution, there are but a precious few who truly earn the distinction of being recognized as a cultural icon, and they usually do so with the greatest modesty imaginable.  I can assure you that in the case of Bro. Romard, that recognition as an icon of the Natural Sciences at St. Edward’s University is richly deserved..

His legacy will live on in the lives of those he touched, both directly and indirectly. (You can find a nice example in the Winter 2015 issue of the St. Edward’s Magazine.)

Of significance to today’s students, who did not have the honor of meeting him in person or being directly inspired by him, the Bro. Romard Barthel Scholarship and Research Fund was established by alumni in his honor to support summer research opportunities and scholarships for today’s Natural Sciences students.  Through these students and the paths they forge on their own journeys in life, his impact will continue to be felt and honored.

Please remember Bro. Romard in your prayers.  May his model and inspiration live on in those of us who benefit today from his years of servant leadership and dedication to the place he cherished, St. Edward’s University.

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More Oak Ridge Opportunties

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Become a part of the Higher Education Research Experiences (HERE) Program at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL)

Opportunities for qualified students, alumni, and faculty to participate in hands-on research in a real-world setting

  • Experience innovative research or technical projects at a cutting edge national laboratory and network with prestigious scientists, researchers, engineers, and laboratory staff
  • Collaborate with international experts in fields that interest you
  • Contribute to the U.S. technical prowess that will enhance living standards and set the nation at the top of a global community
  • Assist in finding solutions to pressing scientific and technical problems

 Highlights of the program

  • Open to Undergraduates, Recent-BS and AAS, MS, PhD and Faculty – Appointments are primarily for Science, Engineering, Technology and Mathematics (STEM) majors but all majors can apply
  • Applications are accepted year-round
  • Appointments can start and end at any time during the year based on your availability and the requirements of the ORNL mentor/project
  • Full-time and part-time appointments
  • Minimum GPA  – 2.5/4.0
  • U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident (LPR)
  • Stipend based on academic status
  • Limited travel and housing allowances (if eligible)
  • Professional development activities

 Visit http://www.orau.org/ornl/hereatornl/ or contact ORNL Science Education Programs at ornledu@orau.org for more information!

DISCLAIMER:  As always, we post these opportunities as a courtesy for St. Edward’s University students.  Note that their appearance here does not constitute any endorsement of the program by St. Edward’s.

Oak Ridge Laboratories Summer 2017 Research Opportunities

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Engineering and Science Research Opportunities at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) – Oak Ridge, TN

Appointments for Spring and Summer 2017! 

Apply NOW to the Nuclear Engineering Science Laboratory Synthesis Programs (NESLS) Program at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) – Spring or Summer 2017

Must apply at https://www.zintellect.com/Posting/Details/2642
by December 31, 2016 for Spring term

Must apply at https://www.zintellect.com/Posting/Details/2649
by February 28, 2017 for Summer term

  • Current AAS, BS, MS, and PhD students – Majors related to Engineering, Earth and Geosciences, Environmental and Marine Sciences, Life Health and Medical Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics, Nanotechnology, Chemistry, Physics, International Relations, Political Science, Government, Policy, Risk Analysis, Science Writing, Public Affairs, and Computer Sciences
  • Stipend based on academic status – range from $529/week to $935/week for full-time; pro-rated for part-time
  • Travel/Housing assistance (if eligible)
  • Professional development activities
  • Minimum GPA  – 3.0/4.0
  • Open to U.S. Citizens, Legal Permanent Residents (LPR) and Eligible International Citizenship

  • Visit http://www.orau.org/ornl or contact ORNL Education Programs at ornledu@orau.org for more information!

DISCLAIMER:  As always, we post these opportunities as a courtesy for St. Edward’s University students.  Note that their appearance here does not constitute any endorsement of the program by St. Edward’s.

AAAS Minority Science Writing Internships for Summer 2017

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More Summer Research Opportunities

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It’s not too early to begin preparing your applications for paid summer research experiences and graduate programs!  

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REU at University of Utah

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reu-2017Research Experience for Undergraduates

University of Utah MRSEC Next-Generation Materials for Plasmonics & Organic Spintronics – Salt Lake City, Utah

June 5 – August 4, 2017

$5000 stipend, travel allowance and campus housing

Potential majors: physics, chemistry, materials science, engineering (chemical, electrical, mechanical, metallurgical), applied math.

Apply online by February 12, 2017 at: www.mrsec.utah.edu/reu

Open to U.S. citizens & permanent residents obtaining an undergraduate degree December 2017 or after.

Women & minority students are especially encouraged to apply.

Students from non-research institutions may be given priority.

Supported by the National Science Foundation under grant no. DMR-1121252 CFDA NO. 47.049

Note:  The program described above is provided for your information only and its presence on our website does not imply any endorsement from St. Edward’s University.