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ANNOUNCEMENTS, WEEK 8, AS OF NOVEMBER 16, 2009
1. BIO SCIENCES COUNSELORS AVAILABLE ON WALK, WEEKS 8-10.
2. PRE MED ADVISEMENT WORKSHOP, WED., NOV. 18TH
3. BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES EXCELLENCE IN RESEARCH PROGRAM, WORKSHOP # 1
4. INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK, NOV. 16TH--20TH.
5. Careers in Teaching Workshop on Thursday, Nov. 19th.
6. CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL & PREVENTION (CDC) FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITY.
7. Volunteers needed for study on MCAT, DAT, OR PCAT.
8. Stanford University School of Medicine S.U.M.M.A. Conference, Feb. 13, 2010.
9. Weill Cornell Medical College, Travelers Summer Research Fellowship Program for Premedical Students, Deadline is Feb. 1, 2010.
10. Thanksgiving Week, Monday -Nov. 23rd Friday - Nov. 27th, Bio. Sciences Student Affairs Office hours of operation.
11. PhD WORKSHOP, Thursday- Nov 19th 2-3:00 in Humanites Gateway 1800
12. FINAL LOR WORKSHOP November 24th 2-3:30 Humanities Gateway 1800
(1) BIO SCIENCES COUNSELORS AVAILABLE ON WALK IN WEEKS 8 10. All of the Bio. counselors are available to assist students with winter quarter scheduling of classes & academic advisement. 15 minute walk in sessions. Monday 10am 12 noon and 1-4pm;Tuesday Friday, 9am 12 noon & 1-4pm. Location, Bio. Sciences 3 building, first floor. Check in at the reception area. Appointments will be available again on Monday, December 7th.
(2) PRE MED ADVISEMENT WORKSHOP, WED., NOV. 18TH. Are you premed? Want a medical career but not sure what you need to do now. Get the facts now! If you are goals are to apply to medical school you need to start planning now! Get equipped early with the facts. Let the counselors from Bio Sci student Affairs provide you with the resources for a successful candidacy. It is not too early to start planning for your future.Our power point presentation will cover medical schools pre-requirements, how to prepare for a successful candidacy, address facts and myths , and answer any questions you may have. Don't wait until your junior or senior year to start looking for resources. A successful applicant plans ahead. Join us on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 5PM-6:30PM in HSLH 200 (Howard Schneiderman Lecture Hall).
IF YOU ARE PRE-MED AND DID NOT ENROLL IN THE FRESHMAN SEMINAR 2A THIS QUARTER IT IS VERY IMPORTANT FOR TO ATTEND
(This is presentation is a duplicate of Bio Sci 2A week 4. Students enrolled in Bio Sci 2A are welcome to attend if they have any additional questions). *Registration not required. Please arrive on time. Any additional questions please email hyha@uci.edu or call 949-824-5318
* This workshop is open to any major in the School of Biological Sciences.
(3) BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES EXCELLENCE IN RESEARCH PROGRAM.
School of Biological Sciences“Excellence in Research”2009-2010.
All students interested in participating in the Biological Sciences Excellence in Research Program must attend the following information workshop. The same workshop is offered twice choose either Monday OR Thursday. Eligibility requirements, timetable, standards, etc. for the program will be reviewed and there will be a student panel discussion. Go to the following link to check Eligibility Requirements and print the Excellence in Research Packet. <http://www.bio.uci.edu/Excellence/>http://www.bio.uci.edu/Excellence/
Workshop schedule #1: (if you did not attend workshop on Nov. 16th)
Thurs., November 19, 5:00 6:30 pm
Location: HSLH 200 Questions…..please contact Susan Schafer, BSSA, Bio Sci III
(4) INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK, NOV. 16TH--20TH. Learn about academic programs & student organizations focused on international/global learning, service and understanding. Learn how students can study abroad. The schedule of events is posted at: <http://www.cie.uci.edu/iew/>http://www.cie.uci.edu/iew/
(5) Careers in Teaching Workshop on Thursday, Nov. 19th. Specifically for Bio., Math, other Science & Engineering majors. Information session for teacher preparation programs in the UCI Dept. of Education. Learn about the great opportunities and application process. Time: 12pm 1:30pm in HSLH, room 200. Refreshments will be served. More information contact Marie at <mailto:menubia@uci.edu>menubia@uci.edu or 949 824-7832.
(6) CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL & PREVENTION (CDC) FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITY. The Emerging Infectious Diseases (EID) Laboratory Fellowship Program prepares laboratory scientists for careers in public health. The two-track program trains qualified candidates (bachelor’s and master’s levels) to support public health initiatives. Great opportunity for graduating seniors. Application deadline is February 12, 2010. The new class of approximately 40 fellows will begin their assignments in September, 2010. Further information with application forms at: <http://www.aphl.org/fellowships>www.aphl.org/fellowships
(7) Volunteers needed for study on MCAT, DAT OR PCAT. Dr. Joanne Frattaroli, of the Department of Psychology and Social Behavior is conducting a study in which she is looking for students who are planning to take the MCAT, DAT or PCAT in the next year or so to find out about the lives of students who are preparing to take one of these exams. She would like to talk to you on the phone a few times to ask you questions about your mood, personality, health, and studying habits, she will have you come to her office for one visit, and she ask you to fill out a very short survey before and after your exam that asks you how you are feeling at that moment. The phone interviews and the office visit would be arranged around your schedule and you would be paid $25 to thank you for your help. If you would like to participate, please contact her at (951) 662-3735 or <mailto:jfrattar@uci.edu>jfrattar@uci.edu .
(8) Stanford University School of Medicine S.U.M.M.A. Conference, Feb. 13, 2010. Please join us on Saturday, February 13, 2010 for the 19th annual Stanford University Minority Medical Alliance (SUMMA) Conference as students from all over the state of California and beyond come to the Stanford School of Medicine to learn about careers in medicine and the pathways to get there. Various workshops will be offered that discuss a variety of topics including the admissions process, the challenges of medical school and affording medical school. In addition, the conference will have several keynote presentations from outstanding faculty. To learn more about the conference please visit the following url: <http://summa.stanford.edu/>http://summa.stanford.edu/. Feel free to contact <mailto:summamed@gmail.com>summamed@gmail.com with any questions or concerns. We look forward to having your participation at this year’s conference!
(9) Weil Cornell Medical College, Travelers Summer Research Fellowship Program for PreMedical Students, deadline is Feb. 1, 2010. Identifying potential medical students who have a major interest in the medical problems of the underserved is critical. The Travelers Summer Research Fellowship Program is designed to give 25 premedical students deeper insights into the field of medicine, including issues that greatly affect the health of traditionally undeserved groups. For more detailed information and application go to: <http://www.med.cornell.edu/education/programs>http://www.med.cornell.edu/education/programs
(10) Thanksgiving Week, Monday -Nov. 23rd Friday - Nov. 27th, Bio. Sciences Student Affairs Office hours of operation. During Thanksgiving week (9th week of the quarter), the Biological Sciences Student Affairs Counseling Office will be open on Monday 10am 12 noon and 1-4pm, and Tuesday from 9am 12 noon and 1-4pm. The Biological Sciences Student Affairs Office will be closed Wednesday, November 25th, through Friday, November 27th. Regular hours as of Monday, Nov. 30th.
(11) THE NEXT LOR WORKSHOP IS NOVEMBER 24th 2-3:30 in Humanities Gateway 1800 (if you plan on using the service for the upcoming cycle (for admissions Fall 2010 or 2011) you must attend and pay by December 1st! )
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