BE Undergraduate Newsletter
Announcements
Engineers for Exploration (E4E) Summer Research Program at UC San Diego - Application is Now Open!
UC San Diego’s Engineers for Exploration Summer Research Program is an NSF REU (Research Experience for Undergraduates) Site centered around multidisciplinary and collaborative student research with the broad goals of protecting the environment, uncovering mysteries related to cultural heritage, and providing experiential learning experiences. Our program is a full-time paid research experience from June 26th to September 1st in which students will work in multidisciplinary research teams to aid scientists from the San Diego Zoo, Scripps Institute of Oceanography, and UC San Diego in tackling problems in fields such as ecology, physical oceanography, and archeology.
During this program, students will create and apply technologies in novel ways to aid scientists in their work, and may have opportunities to accompany these technologies on field deployments around the world. Through these projects, students can expect to learn about embedded systems and software, machine learning, electronics integration, mechanical design, system building, as well as project management and team leadership. For more information, please visit our website at https://e4e.ucsd.edu.
Applications are currently being accepted at https://e4e.ucsd.edu/apply through February 15. Applications will continue to be accepted through March 30 if positions are not yet filled.
If you have any questions, comments or concerns, please contact Nathan Hui at nthui@eng.ucsd.edu.
Join us for Diverse Voices, featuring Shellye Archambeau
Join us on February 21st at 5:00pm for our Diverse Voices speaker, Shellye Archambeau
Please register HERE
Interested in Doing Research in Biology / Bioinformatics?
Join the Treehouse Undergraduate Bioinformatics Immersion (TUBI) research group!
* No experience is required
* Supportive environment
* Bioinformatics projects
* All majors are welcome
* Meet online twice a week during Spring quarter 2023
* Total of 10 hours/week commitment
Find out more and let us know about your interest on or before 2/6/2023 at tinyurl.com/tubi2023interest
If you have questions not answered there, feel free to email Holly Beale at hcbeale@ucsc.edu
NorCal Smackdown Combat Robotics Tournament
Slugbotics is hosting a combat robotics competition, NorCal Smackdown on February 4th at Baskin Courtyard from 8am to 6pm. It is open to the public and free to attend and will be live-streamed on our twitch.
Upcoming Civic Tech Hackathon at Boston University - Register by Feb. 10 (travel stipends offered)
On February 25-26, 2023, Tech for Change is hosting the Civic Tech Hackathon, which will bring together undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in the intersections of government/policy and computer programming. Tech for Change was founded by Boston University and Howard University students on behalf of the Public Interest Technology University Network. Our goal at Tech for Change is to use technology for social good. To learn more about Tech for Change and the Hackathon, visit our (tentative) site here. The Civic Tech Hackathon will take place at the new Boston University Center for Computing & Data Sciences. In teams, students will use technology to solve issues around the themes of education inequality, election turnout, and social justice policy. Those who are interested in attending can apply here. Note, registration closes on Friday, February 10th. There are opportunities for travel stipends! If anyone has any questions about the Civic Tech Hackathon, please direct them to me (rosamari@bu.edu). Thank you, enjoy the rest of the week!
Contact:
Marielis Rosa (She/her)
College of Arts and Sciences | Boston University
Political Science and Sociology Undergraduate ’23
Study Natural Language Processing at UCSC!
The UCSC Natural Language Processing (NLP) M.S. Program is unique. Taught intensively over 15-18 months and building on your background in computer science, our specialized program design combines theoretical learning with hands-on practice to ensure you have the right skill set to prepare you for a professional career in the fast-growing NLP field.
We are currently accepting applications for Fall 2023 admission consideration. Want to learn more about studying NLP at UCSC and get support with the application process? Join one of our upcoming information sessions starting on November 15th, 2022.
You can also meet with a current student or one of our faculty members to explore how the NLP Program at UCSC can help you advance your NLP expertise and achieve your professional goals.
Access Computing Helps Students with Disabilities
AccessComputing, a National Science Foundation funded Broadening Participation in Computing Alliance, provides mentoring
MENTORING: Through our online community, students and mentors discuss a variety of topics. It is a place to connect with others to share your successes, ask for suggestions regarding any issues that may arise for you related to your disability, education or employment, and to support other team members when they need help brainstorming solutions.
CONFERENCES: Interested in attending a conference related to computing, diversity, or professional development? AccessComputing
RESEARCH INTERNSHIPS: Every year AccessComputing funds students with disabilities to participate in the Computing Research Association's Distributed Research Experience for Undergraduates Program.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
Find the student team member application and more information at the AccessComputing web page.
[Columbia University] M.A. Statistics Virtual Information Sessions are Coming Up!
The event will feature an overview of the curriculum, admission requirements, student support and community, as well as our generous scholarship packages. During the virtual info session, students also have the opportunity to connect with the M.A. Statistics Program Director and student support team.
Click on one of the dates below to register:
- December 16, 2022 | 3:00 - 4:00 PM EST
- January 20, 2023 | 3:00 - 4:00 PM EST
- February 10, 2023 | 3:00 - 4:00 PM EST
- March 10, 2023 | 3:00 - 4:00 PM EST
LEED Green Associate (GA) Training - Webinar and Online self-Paced Options
Make your resume stand out with the premier sustainability designation called the LEED Green Associate! LEED is simply a sustainability scorecard for green buildings. As buildings can become LEED Certified, people can become LEED accredited! The best way to break into the sustainability space is to attain the LEED Green Associate. It also shows employers and clients you have certified knowledge in the field. Since the LEED GA exam doesn’t have a stellar pass rate, the value of the extra letters behind your name will carry even more weight.
Our engaging webinars have helped over 10K students and professionals learn the material cold AND clear the exam with a very high passing rate. The LEED Professional Designation has helped past participants attain internships and jobs and now is a great time to add this credential.
LEED Green Associate (GA) Training - Webinar and Online self-paced options:
I will be offering live webinars that can be streamed on any of the following dates:
The above options (1-7) are all identical.
Register for a live webinar or start today with our on-demand recorded workshop completed anytime at your own pace here - https://leadinggreen.com/
This course is instructed by a USGBC Faculty member and is the most effective way to pass. The USGBC charges a $100 (reduced for students) fee for the actual exam which can now be taken online from home. Save money by reserving your spot today and make a positive difference in your career!
Cost: $200 - Students can use the coupon code ‘green’ for $50 off (Discounted course price $150)
Save your seat by registering here for our live or self-paced options - https://leadinggreen.com/
Please contact the instructor Lorne directly with any questions at info@leadinggreen.com
Additional Cal Grant Eligibility for Masters of Education Students
Dear Student,
This is an opportune time for graduating seniors to continue your education in the UCSC Master of Arts and Credential Program.
First, you will be joining a career which will allow opportunites to collaborate with colleages to create safe, nurturing, and academically challenign learning opportunities for all studentsl; second, you will no doubt have opportunities every day to make a positive difference in the lives of multiple students from backgrrounds that are traditionally marginalized by schooling; third, due to the great need in Clifornia for teachers there are currently a number of funding opportunities not that will not likely be availabe in the future.
Funding Opportunities (there are many more)
The first funding opportunity is the California Golden State Teaching Grant; there is a very simple application and most applicants are awarded $20,000 to put toward their credentials. This covers the majority of the cost of tuition and fees for our program. If you would like information on where to apply, please click here. If the schools whishes to hire you, you are oblibated to teach there for 4 years.
The second opportunity is only for student who received the Cal Grant as an undergrad, and who begin their credential program within 15 months of last receiving Cal Grant funding. If you would like information on this 5th year of funding, again a simple application with a possiblity of obtianing between $12,500 and $14,500, please click here.
Finally, though we have not yet secured this final opportunity, we are applying and hope to be able to offer multiple teacher residency grants, with which selected participants receive $25,000 for their student teaching. If the schools at which you do the residency whishes to hire you, you are oblibated to teach there for 3 or 4 years.
See the UCSC MA/Credential Program and admission requirements to learn more.
Application Workshop (applications are due January 31, 2023)
We are holding an application workshop tomorrow on Zoom here at this link, 5:30 to 6:30pm.
If you have questions, please contact Soleste Hilberg, Program Director, at soleste@ucsc.edu.
Announcing the TAPS Silicon Valley Connector
In an effort to serve the Silicon Valley Campus, TAPS is adding a pilot Silicon Valley Connector transit service which will travel between the residential UCSC campus and the Silicon Valley Campus. This service will be available Monday-Friday excluding holidays, breaks, and some predetermined dates (see schedule for available dates).
- This service is only available to current UCSC students and employees
- Trips must be scheduled at least two hours in advance
- Trips may be scheduled up to 30 days in advance
- Trips are limited to 10 riders each
- If there are no riders scheduled within two hours of a trip, it will be cancelled
- Riders may cancel their ride by emailing dvs@ucsc.edu. Rides should be canceled as far in advance as possible to avoid disruptions.
These are one-way trips, so don't forget to schedule your return trip if needed.
Recruiting 4th Year Latinx Students
My name is Valerie Garcia and I am a 4th year sociology student conducting a senior thesis titled, "Whose HSI?: A Look into the Latinx Experience at UCSC." My research project investigates how UCSC's Hispanic Serving Institute Initiative can better connect, serve, and embrace their Latinx students. My research will consist of one-on-one interviews with 4th year+ Latinx students across divisions.
Paid STEM Research Internships at the Salk Institute
The deadline for the Salk Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (Salk SURF) is quickly approaching on January 31, 2023! If you have not yet notified your eligible students to apply, I encourage you to do so as soon as possible. I have attached a brochure for your convenience.
As mentioned previously, Salk SURF is a 10-week, fully paid internship that provides students with exposure and experience in biomedical research, access to world-class research facilities, and a network of mentors. The Salk Institute is one of the top five research centers in the world and has been home to six Nobel laureates. Salk SURF aims to build and sustain a diverse biomedical research pipeline to advance the Institute’s mission for training the next generation of bold, innovative scientists.
Salk SURF is open to rising college juniors and seniors with limited or no research experience. Salk SURF interns are expected to commit to the entire 10-week program, which runs from May 31, 2023 to August 9, 2023. In turn, selected Salk SURF interns will receive:
- A competitive hourly wage
- Paid housing accommodations
- Paid roundtrip travel and transportation to and from the Salk Institute
STEM Hub's Self-Care Workshop on 2/7
The STEM Hub is hosting a self-care and personal wellness workshop on February 7th from 5:30-7:00 PM in the STEM Hub. The deadline to RSVP is February 1st by 5pm, so we would appreciate your help to reach as many students as possible! If you could share this information through your newsletters, canvas pages, and/or other media you use to inform students it would help a lot. We have attached our flyers and link to the RSVP form below.
RSVP Form Link:
Reminder: Paper Submission Deadline for IntelliSys 2023 (Amsterdam) Approaching
We are writing to remind you that the submission deadline for papers for the Intelligent Systems Conference (IntelliSys) 2023 is approaching. The deadline for submissions is February 1, 2023.
We strongly encourage you to submit your papers and also to share this opportunity with your colleagues, research group members, and fellow scientists to participate in this conference.
We look forward to receiving your submissions and seeing you at the conference.
Online Submission System: https://saiconference.com/
Are you Looking for a Sustainability and Environmental Org to Join Mid-Year?
Check out Enviroslug at our Winter Welcome Night Thursday Feb 2nd, 6-7pm in the RCC Red Room! Bring your friends and enjoy free dinner :)
Genomics Institute Winter Quarter Events
The Genomics Institute is hosting a series of workshops and presentations for the winter quarter:
- Pathways to Careers in Genomics w Tshaka - Feb. 1 at 3 p.m. in BioMed 300
- Overcoming Imposter Syndrome - Feb.10 at 1 p.m in E2- 475
- Evaluating Offers and Campus Visit - Feb.13 at 5 p.m in E2- 475
- IDP workshop - Feb. 22 at 5 p.m in E2- 399
- Plan B Workshop - Mar. 6 at 5 p.m in E2- 475
- SAVE THE DATE: DNA DAY! - April 21
MESA Day Volunteer Outreach
I am writing to ask for your help in making our annual event, MESA Day (March 4th), a success. MESA Day is a special event that spotlights 6th-12th graders who participate in challenging math, science, engineering, and technology competitions at the UCSC Baskin School of Engineering.
On MESA Day, students have the opportunity to meet STEM career professionals, take part in college presentations, and showcase projects they have designed and built. This is a fantastic opportunity for these students to learn more about the possibilities available to them in the STEM field, especially for those students who may not have as many resources.
As a volunteer, you will play a crucial role in helping these students succeed. Your time and effort will go a long way in helping these students to see the potential that lies within them.
To sign up to volunteer, please visit this link: https://docs.google.com/
Thank you for considering this opportunity to give back to our community and help these students achieve their full potential.