Pre-Grad Workshop

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Pre-Doctoral Fellowship at Yale Child Study Center

The Toddler Developmental Disabilities Clinic at the Yale Child Study Center in the Yale School of Medicine is interested in recruiting highly qualified students from USC for an exciting new pre-doctoral fellowship for current graduates or graduating seniors. The position will commence June 2011 and will be 2 years in duration.

Successful applicants will be involved in a 2-year program of training involving clinical and research experiences. Fellows will be responsible for assisting in a variety of research activities in the lab and for completing experimental protocols with infants and toddlers and their families. With research mentorship, selected applicants will be expected to guide a pre-determined project of research from the point of data collection through analysis and publication of results.
Interested students should send materials no later than March 30th in order to be considered for the position.

Additional information can be found on our website: childstudycenter.yale.edu/autism/fellowship/developmental-computational.aspx

Questions regarding the Yale Fellowship in Developmental and Computational Social Neuroscience may be directed to Dr. Suzanne Macari at suzanne.macari@yale.edu.

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ThinkSwiss Research Scholarship

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Discovery and Global Scholars

This USC Discovery Scholars Program recognizes graduating seniors who excel in the classroom and display the ability to create exceptional new scholarship and artistic works. The Global Scholars Program recognizes graduating seniors who excel in their studies at home and abroad.

Students are able to compete for the recognition at graduation and may be considered for a $10,000 prize towards graduate study.

There will be an information session with Dean Lamy on Friday, January 28, 2pm in THH 212.

DISCOVERY SCHOLARS PROGRAM

• University Main Page for Discovery Scholars- Steps to Becoming a Scholar
• USC College Requirements for Discovery Scholars
• Discovery Scholars Intent to Submit- Due Feb 4

GLOBAL SCHOLARS PROGRAM

• University Main Page for Global Scholars- Steps to Becoming a Scholar
• USC College Requirements for Global Scholars
• Global Scholars Intent to Submit- Due Feb 4

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Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship Program

The Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship Program (MMUFP) is a unique program designed to encourage, prepare, and support underrepresented students and students interested in increasing opportunities for underrepresented students, to pursue graduate studies and an academic career. The program supports specific academic disciplines where a diverse student body and faculty have traditionally not been present.

The Mellon Mays Program supports its fellows through faculty mentoring, financial support, GRE test preparation, graduate school preparatory workshops, and networking opportunities with top graduate schools in the United States. Each fellow designs and conducts an individual research project under the guidance of a faculty mentor, and receives a stipend during the summer and the academic year.

Information regarding the fellowship is available at www.usc.edu/mmuf

All applications must be received in the Ronald Tutor Campus Center (TCC), suite 425, by 4pm on Friday, February 11, 2011. Completed applications will be reviewed and qualified applicants will be selected for an interview.

Please do not hesitate to contact me at (213) 740-9116 or menciso@usc.edu should you have any questions.

Best,
Martha Enciso, Ed.D., Assistant Director, Academic Recognition Programs
Ronald Tutor Campus Center (TCC), 425
(213) 740-9116
www.usc.edu/arp

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IHME Post-Bachelor Fellowship Opportunity

 

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Humane Studies Fellowship

The Humane Studies Fellowship supports students planning academic careers with liberty-advancing research interests. Awards range from $2,000 to $15,000, and during 2010 we awarded a total of more than $650,000 to 180 students studying around the world.

Awards are for one year, and winners can reapply in subsequent years. For example, Hovannes Abramyan at UCLA received three fellowships between 2008 and 2010 and Gwendoline Alphonso at Cornell University received three awards between 2007 and 2009.

Applicants are evaluated by their research interests and likelihood for academic success. Participation in student groups and entrepreneurial approaches to teaching others about individual rights are also valued by our review committee.
With the December 31 deadline just around the corner, please pass on this fellowship opportunity to your students. If you would like additional information or have a question, please email us at HSF@theihs.org.

Cheers!

Keri Anderson
Student Coordinator, Institute for Humane Studies
www.TheIHS.org

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Interested in Teaching Math or Science? Learn More About USC's MAT Program

Tuesday, November 23, 12:00pm - WPH 900

Rossier's School of Education Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) is hosting an information session.  The session will focus on MAT Single Subject Mathematics and Science.

Our mission is to improve urban education locally, nationally and globally. You will receive insight to the program structure from Dr. Anthony Maddox.

Please confirm your attendance by Monday, November 22nd through our online registration form. For future prospective student events, you may visit Upcoming Events.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Kristie Rueff
Assistant Director, Recruiting and Admissions
Rossier School of Education, University of Southern California
rueff@usc.edu
p:213.740.0224

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Grad School Para Mensos

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Psychology Events, Week of 10/18/2010

 

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VMD-PhD Training in Infectious Disease Research at UPenn

Over 60% of all infectious diseases of animals can also affect humans, and incidences of new, emerging zoonotic infectious diseases are on the rise. Veterinarian-scientists, by virtue of their broad experience in multiple species and extensive training in both molecular and whole animal contexts, are uniquely qualified to address the complex problems presented in modern biomedical research.

For over 40 years, the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Veterinary Medicine has provided an outstanding environment for the training of future veterinarian-scientists through its VMD/PhD Program. Find out more about how you can impact tomorrow ’s medicine for all species at

Program overview @ UPenn VMD-PhD

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Master of Health Administration Info Session

Monday, October 25, 6:00pm – RGL 103
Wednesday, November 17, 6:00pm – RGL 308

RSVP @ USC School of Policy, Planning, and Development

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Hertz Foundation Graduate Fellowships

 

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Special Masters Programs

Below is a list of Special Masters Programs (SMP).  These programs are geared toward postbaccalaureate students who want to improve their credentials for admission to a medical school.  This forum is a good resource for students who are interested in SMPs (we have not verified the validity of the forum’s content and do not assume responsibility for any advice received therefrom).

Colorado State University: Master's B Program in Biomedical Sciences

Columbia University: Institute of Human Nutrition

Dartmouth Medical School: The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice

Drexel University College of Medicine: Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Professional Education

Eastern Virginia Medical School: Medical Masters Program

Georgetown University: Special Master's Program (11 month M.S.)

Georgetown University: MS Physiology & Biophysics - Complementary & Alternative Medicine (CAM) Program

Hampton University: Medical Science Program

Indiana University School of Medicine: Master of Science in Medical Science Program

Loyola University Chicago: Master of Arts in Medical Sciences- One Year Program

Midwestern University: Master of Arts in Biomedical Science

Midwestern University - Arizona Campus: Master of Biomedical Science

Mississippi College: Master of Medical Science

New York Chiropractic College: Masters of Applied Clinical Nutrition

New York Medical College: Basic Medical Sciences Interdisciplinary Program Accelerated Track

Northwestern University: Program in Public Health

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine: Biomedical Sciences Program

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science: Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences

The Commonwealth Medical College: Master's of Biomedical Science

Tulane University: Cell and Molecular Biology One Year Masters

Tulane University School of Medicine: Masters degree in Human Genetics - Hayward Genetics Center

University of Cincinnati: Master of Science in Physiology (12 Month Premedical Program)

University of North Texas Health Science Center: Post-baccalaureate Precertification in Medical Science

University of Toledo - Health Science Campus: MSBS in Medical Sciences

Western University of Health Sciences

Source: AAMC.org (6/24/2010)

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PREP at the University of New Mexico

The Post-baccalaureate Research and Education Program (PREP) at the University of New Mexico is currently recruiting nationwide and accepting applications for the 2010-2011 cohort. PREP is a National Institutes of Health (NIH) funded program designed to enhance the ability of under-represented minority post-baccalaureate students in the biomedical sciences/engineering to gain entry to, and succeed in, nationally-recognized Ph.D. programs.

We anticipate to begin the 2010-2011 program in June 2010. We are seeking recent (or May 2010) college graduates in the following fields (Biochemistry, Biology, Chemical & Nuclear Engineering, Chemistry, Computer Science, Physics, Psychology, and related fields) to fill 9 PREP trainee/scholar openings. The scholars are required to perform research for one full year with their faculty mentor.  In addition to lab research, scholars are expected to

• prepare and take the GRE 
• seek and apply to Biomedical graduate programs 
• attend professional meetings 
• enroll in a Research Ethics course 
• present research
• attend weekly meetings
• attend seminars
• and other recommended activities.

The program is an intensive one-year paid program.  Although it is time consuming, PREP provides scholars with a great number of tools, skills, and knowledge to succeed in graduate school.

If you are a recent or May 2010 college graduate, please visit the PREP website at http://biology.unm.edu/prep for additional information and for instructions on how to apply.  There is no official deadline, however we highly encourage applicants to submit their application by March 12, 2010.  For additional questions, please contact the Program Coordinator, Patty Banuelos at prep@unm.edu  or at 505-610-1725.

Thank you,
PREP@UNM
Patricia Bañuelos
PREP Program Coordinator
Department of Biology
MSC03 2020
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM  87131-0001
Telephone: 505-610-1725
email: pattyb@unm.edu
http://biology.unm.edu/prep

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MURF UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH FELLOWSHIPS & AMGEN SCHOLARS PROGRAM

MURF UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH FELLOWSHIPS

The MURF program aims to increase the participation of underrepresented
students (such as African American, Hispanic, and Native American, females
who are underrepresented in their discipline, and first-generation college
students) in science and engineering Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. programs and to make
Caltech's programs more visible to students not traditionally exposed to
Caltech.

Eligibility: Students must be current sophomores through non-graduating
seniors and must be U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents. A minimum GPA
of 3.0 is required.

Support: MURF students will receive a $6000 award for the ten-week program.
Additional housing and travel support may be provided.

Application: Online applications are due January 13, 2010.

For more information, please visit www.murf.caltech.edu

AMGEN SCHOLARS PROGRAM

Caltech's Amgen Scholars Program is geared towards students in biology,
chemistry, and biotechnology fields. Some of these fields include biology,
biochemistry, bioengineering, chemical and biomolecular engineering, and
chemistry.

Eligibility: Students must be current sophomores through non-graduating
seniors, must be attending a four-year university, and must be U.S. citizens
or U.S. permanent residents. A minimum GPA of 3.2 is required.

Support: Amgen Scholars will receive a $5500 award, round-trip air
transportation, a generous housing allowance, and a food allowance.

Application: Online applications are due February 16, 2010.

For more information, please visit www.amgenscholars.caltech.edu
directed to Carol Casey at casey@caltech.edu or (626) 395-2887.

Carol Casey
Associate Director
Student-Faculty Programs
California Institute of Technology
Mail Code 330-87
Pasadena, CA 91125
(626) 395-2887
casey@caltech.edu

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University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine DVM-PhD program

Did you know that these spontaneous cancers in dogs and cats share many
features with human cancers? Chemotherapy, radiation therapy,
hypothermia and immunotherapy are all used to fight cancer in the pet
animal, and many naturally occurring cancers in pets closely resemble
human cancer and provide meaningful systems for cancer research.
Veterinarian scientists are uniquely qualified to be comparative
oncologists - researchers who study naturally-occurring cancers in
animals as models for human disease.

The University of Pennsylvania
School of Veterinary Medicine provides an outstanding environment for
the training of future veterinary scientists through our combined
VMD-PhD (DVM-PhD) program. It's an excellent way for you to continue
your education while impacting the future of medicine for humans and
all species.

Find out more at www.pennvetphd.org

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2 Information Sessions hosted by Top Environmental Graduate Programs

Open House @ The Bren School of Environmental Science & Management on October 23rd

We cordially invite prospective students to join us for our annual UC Santa Barbara, Bren School Open House to be held at Bren Hall on Friday, October 23rd, 2009 from 9:30am-6:30pm. Open House is the perfect opportunity to experience the Bren community, UCSB, and the beautiful Santa Barbara area. Bren faculty, staff, and students will be available to answer your questions regarding admissions, academics, student life, financial support, housing, etc.

The mission of the Bren School is to play a leading role in researching environmental issues, identifying and solving environmental problems, and training research scientists and environmental management professionals. The master's program, a central focus of the school's educational mission, trains students to work in environmental careers in government agencies, corporations, nonprofit organizations, and consulting firms. The multidisciplinary coursework for the Master of Environmental Science & Management degree includes courses in natural sciences, social sciences, law, and business. The courses emphasize quantitative and analytic thinking, but also train students to identify environmental problems, formulate the proper questions, and design and execute appropriate solutions, taking into account scientific knowledge (and its limits), legal constraints, and the particular business and social contexts of the problem. Prospective students may learn more about our program at http://www.bren.ucsb.edu/

Prospective students should RSVP no later than Wednesday, October 21st via e-mail to: admissions@bren.ucsb.edu. When submitting an RSVP, please indicate which program (master's or PhD) you are interested in. As a note, while the daytime events of the Open House are intended for our prospective students, guests of prospective students may only attend the community reception that takes place at the end of this day-long event.

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Joint Information Session: Duke, Yale, Michigan, Bren

San Francisco: Thursday, November 19, 2009 at 6:00-9:00 PM
Location: Downtown San Francisco, The Hotel Nikko (next to Union Square)

This is your opportunity learn about graduate opportunities in the environmental field from the nation's top environmental schools. Each school will offer a brief presentation and admissions representatives and alumni will be available throughout the gathering to answer your questions. All attendees must RSVP.

San Francisco RSVP: https://apply.environment.yale.edu/events/?id=0436c97ae78e4b6eb0d0a0d0009b9bf5

Please direct all questions to corlei@bren.ucsb.edu

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News from USC Marshall School of Business Ph.D. Program

Dear Colleagues,

I would like to solicit your help in distributing the below message to your undergraduate and master level students. The Marshall School of Business Ph.D. Program is hosting an on campus recruiting event on Monday, October 12, 2009 (http://www.marshall.usc.edu/phd/doctorate-in-business-recruiting.htm). It will be a great opportunity for your students to get information about the Marshall Ph.D. program and other schools.

Registration is required to attend the event.

Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.

Sincerely,

Michelle

Michelle Silver Lee

Associate Director, Ph.D. Program

Marshall School of Business

University of Southern California

3660 Trousdale Parkway, ACC 214

Los Angeles, CA 90089-0442

Tel: 213-740-7809

Fax:213-740-3208

michelll@marshall.usc.edu

http://www.marshall.usc.edu/phd

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Free application for Big 10 graduate programs

http://www.cic.net/Home/Students/FreeApp/Introduction.aspx

• Introduction
• Eligibility
• FAQ
• Flyer
• Applying to Grad School GuideFreeApp - Introduction

FreeApp is designed to increase access to graduate education for students who possess qualities and experiences that enhance the diversity of the intellectual, cultural, and social environments at CIC universities. Through this program, prospective students can request a graduate application fee waiver for Ph.D. or Master of Fine Arts programs at participating universities:

• University of Chicago
• University of Illinois at Chicago
• University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
• Indiana University
• Indiana University/Purdue University at Indianapolis
• University of Iowa
• University of Michigan
• Michigan State University
• University of Minnesota
• Northwestern University
• Ohio State University
• Pennsylvania State University
• Purdue University
• University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

The priority deadline for requests is November 15. You are responsible for obtaining graduate applications directly from the institutions where you plan to apply. For more information about campus specific admissions, contact the appropriate FreeApp Coordinator.

Complete the FreeApp request form.

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