Scholar Newsletter
October 18th, 2023
Voice of Inspiration
STEM News
Highlights from STEM Transfer Pathway Workshop
On Saturday, October 7th, Minneapolis College hosted the first annual STEM Transfer Pathway Workshop. Forty-five participants from 13 institutions, including 36 students from Minneapolis College, Century College, and Augsburg University, gathered to explore the transfer experience for STEM students.
The event offered a unique platform for participants to connect with peers from different institutions, fostering a sense of community among those dedicated to supporting STEM students in their educational journeys.
The workshop included valuable sessions including navigating Transferology, breakout sessions for scholars and faculty advisors, and a panel discussion with transfer advisors from Minnesota Universities.
Here is the Transferology presentation: Transferology & Beyond NSF STEM Presentation.pdf
Thank you to Dr. Renu Kumar, Principal Investigator, and co-PIs Dean Dr. Ben Weng and Carmen Buhler for their pivotal roles in making the event a success.
REU Spotlight
On November 9, 2023, we will be holding our 8th annual Applying for Paid Research Experiences in STEM workshop. Kelly Vincelette from the Hormel Institute will be sharing insights regarding the REU recruitment and selection process as part of the faculty/staff panel.
The Hormel Institute is a biomedical research facility in Austin, Minnesota. The Institute is affiliated with the University of Minnesota and collaborates with research partners including Mayo Clinic and the Masonic Cancer Center.
Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) is a 10-week paid internship that gives students the opportunity to work with scientists on biomedical research projects.
For more information click here: Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) Internship
Come join us on November 9th to learn more from Kelly and the other panelists!
“A group of students at the Hormel Institute,” taken from the North Star STEM website:
STEM Events
TODAY! Fall Internship & Career Fair -Strommen Center for Meaningful Work at Augsburg University
The Strommen Center for Meaningful Work is excited to announce the internship & career fair happening this fall. The fall fair present excellent opportunities for students to explore career paths, network with potential employers, and gain valuable insight into the job market. Students are taking proactive steps toward knowing their options and fostering their personal and professional development.
PRISM Scholars from Century, Normandale, or Minneapolis College are invited. To register, please email Janet at moralesj@augsburg.edu with the subject line of Augsburg Internship & Career Fair and she will follow-up with you.
Augsburg Internship & Career Fair
When: Wednesday, October 18, 3:00-5:00 pm - FOSS Chapel at Augsburg University
Cost: Free
Transportation: A $25 transportation stipend will be provided for all Community College students
Who should attend: Augsburg undergraduates & Summer 2023 grads as well as PRISM
Scholars from Century, Normandale, and Minneapolis CollegeAbout: There will be 35 employers from various organizations recruiting for internships and full-time opportunities. (Some of the employers who have already registered are: Boulay, Conservation Corps, Ameriprise, US Bank, SciTech Programs, Metropolitan Mosquito Control, Northwestern Mutual, Securian Financial, Ecolab, MN Senate, EPPA Medical Scribes and Walser Automotive corporate offices)
8TH ANNUAL APPLYING FOR PAID RESEARCH EXPERIENCES IN STEM WORKSHOP AND DINNER
Who: STEM students, faculty and staff
When: Thursday, November 9th, 3:30 - 6:30 PM
Where: Hagfors Center 150 Augsburg University
- Workshop for students, staff, and faculty on identifying and applying for summer research opportunities
- Panel for students: Student and alumni experiences
- Panel for faculty and staff: Supporting equitable access and participation
- Community dinner for students, staff, and faculty
STEM Opportunities
Join the S-STEM Scholars Network
S-STEM REC
The Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (S-STEM) Resource & Evaluation Center (REC) aims to increase the number of talented low-income students who obtain degrees in STEM and enter the STEM workforce.
S-STEM Scholars and Alumni sign up to receive information and resources to support your success in STEM careers!
Internships
NASA Summer Internship Applications
As a NASA intern, students will work with leading experts and gain valuable experience as they participate in research and mission projects.
Internship applications are being accepted with the following deadlines:
- Summer 2024 Session Application Deadline: Oct. 20, 2023
For students who are undecided about applying read the “5 Misconceptions about Applying for a NASA Internship."
For more information and to apply, visit the NASA Internship Program’s website.
Minnesota SciTech Internship Program
SciTech connects college STEM majors to paid internships at small Minnesota companies -- it's a one-stop shop for finding STEM internships statewide! Gain hands-on experience, network with pros, build your resume, and "earn while you learn."
In order to be eligible for SciTech internships, students must meet the following criteria:
- Minnesota resident OR living in and attending college in Minnesota
- At least 18 years of age
- In good academic standing (2.5+ GPA)
- College junior or senior (at least 60 credits completed) OR
- Technical or community college student (at least 24 credits completed) OR
- Enrolled in a STEM degree at an accredited U.S. college
- Legally eligible to work in the U.S. (international students may participate if they have CPT/OPT work authorization)
Deadline to apply: Varies
For more information on how to apply and to view a list of current internship opportunities, visit https://scitechmn.org/.
More Than An Internship
Wallin's UpTurnships program provides highly motivated, underrepresented college students with paid internships and projects. Our career experiences are for college sophomores, juniors, and seniors currently enrolled in a two-year or four-year college or university.
To help students succeed in their careers, we offer two incredible UpTurnships pathways: Flagship and Projects.
UpTurnships
Flagship
Our UpTurnships Flagship provides interns with paid full-time work experience across 12 weeks in summer, professional development training, and 1:1 support from a program coach.
UpTurnships
Projects
Our UpTurnships Projects is a 10-week pathway that provides interns with a 40 hour paid work experience, weekly 2-hour professional development trainings, and 1:1 support from a program coach.
Information Sessions: Register
Information sessions are an essential part of the UpTurnships application process. Here you will learn more about the UpTurnships program model, the application process, and be able to ask any questions you have. 30-minute information sessions are hosted on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Tuesdays at 10:00 AM CST
Thursdays at 4:00 PM CST
Visit our website for more information: https://www.wallinpartners.org/upturnships.html
Job Fair and Grad Info Sessions
Graduate School Opportunities Showcase
Monday, Oct. 23, 2023
9 a.m.-6 p.m. — Attend as much you can!
Various locations—University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus
This event is designed to explore pathways for historically under-represented students interested in learning more about University of Minnesota College of Science and Engineering graduate programs. Open to all. Register soon before space fills!
Why attend?
Participants will
- visit programs of interest in the College of Science and Engineering
- learn how the graduate school application process works
- hear from students and faculty about M.S. or Ph.D. programs
- learn about initiatives from the Graduate School and University
- participate in the Graduate School Diversity Office's Graduate Fair
- watch UMN CSE Three Minute Thesis Competition
The Minnesota Local Section of the American Chemical Society is pleased to announce our 13th annual
Chemistry Job & Recruiting Fair
The Chemistry Job and Recruiting Fair will be held from 4 – 6 P.M. on, November 16th, 2023 at the Science Education Center of Metropolitan State University in Saint Paul, MN.
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Past companies and organizations that have attended the career fair include*:
Aerotek, Apex Life Sciences, Experis, H.B. Fuller, Medtronic, Medtox Laboratories, Pace Analytical, Land O’Lakes, Lab Corp, Verum Scientific, WuXi AppTec, Minnesota High Tech Forum, Sherwin Williams, University of MN Department of Chemistry, University of MN Department of Medicinal Chemistry, University of MN Environmental Health Sciences, University of MN M.S. in Patent Law, MN-ACS senior Chemists.
*Confirmed companies/organizations are in bold, others are pending
4-6pm meet with recruiters
light snacks and beverages will be served
This event is an opportunity to meet with technical recruiters from the Twin Cities area and is open to professionals and students from chemistry and related fields. Sophomore and junior chemistry majors are also encouraged to attend to inquire about internships.
Please RSVP to James Wollack, jwwollack@gmail.com by November 10th. If RSVPing as a group please include the number of folks you are RSVPing for.
Graduate School and Research
NDSU Graduate Visitation Day 2023
Looking for a Ph.D. in Chemistry or Biochemistry/Molecular Biology?
Visit us in Fargo, ND on
Saturday, October 21, 2023
The visit is on us!
Any student who is considering graduate school in the areas of Chemistry and Biochemistry is invited to visit North Dakota State University (NDSU) in Fargo to learn about our graduate programs. Come and check us out with no strings attached – No need to apply to the program first; the NDSU Chemistry and Biochemistry Department will cover local hotel charges for your stay up to two nights and provide up to $100 towards your transportation expenses.
· You will learn about our graduate program, admission criteria, and application instructions.
· Find out what research is going at the Department by meetings with our faculty members.
· Get a tour over our Chemistry/Biochemistry Research Facilities and new chemistry building.
· Meet with our graduate students and learn about career opportunities of our graduates
For a schedule of events and more details visit:
To reserve your spot contact:
Bonnie Hurner, Academic Assistant
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
Tel: 701-231-8694; email: bonnie.hurner@ndsu.edu
Please make reservations by Friday, October 13, 2023
The University of Michigan School for Environment and Sustainability (SEAS) is delighted to announce that, from October 24 to November 16, it will host a series of events for students who are considering graduate programs in sustainability and the environment.
Please Save the Dates:
October 24, 2023 @ 5 p.m. ET
From Interest to Impact: Building Meaningful Careers and a Lasting Legacy
Learn about the SEAS vision and how our programs combine interdisciplinary expertise to solve pressing environmental problems.
October 31, 2023 @ 5 p.m. ET
Students Creating Impact at SEAS
Hear from SEAS students about the exciting projects they are involved in and the amazing opportunities SEAS offers.
November 7, 2023 @ 5 p.m. ET
Funding and Careers
Learn about employment trends in the environment and sustainability sector, the range of professional roles and compensation SEAS graduates attain, and the funding and financial aid options available to SEAS students.
November 14, 2023 @ 5 p.m. ET
Student Resources and EdTech
Discover student resources and engagement opportunities offered at SEAS. You’ll also be introduced to online resources available to you even before joining SEAS, as well as the generative AI and educational technology plans of our school.
November 16, 2023 @ 5 p.m. ET
SEAS Application Workshop
Get tips on how to create a compelling application for admission. We’ll review the online application, and you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions.
Get Paid to do Physics Research at the University of Maryland in Summer 2024!
Schedule a one-on-one meeting here
Application deadline: February 9, 2024
Applicants notified: Starting February 19, 2024
Program dates: June 3 to August 9, 2024
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What's TREND?
A mentored, paid summer REU (research experience for undergraduates) in nonlinear dynamics at UMD College Park. We welcome physics, mathematics, computer science, and engineering students from institutions across the country to collaborate with scientists conducting research in an wide range of topics.
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What will I get?
- 10 weeks of mentored research experience in some of the best nonlinear dynamics labs
- Travel funds to UMD and back home
- Housing at UMD for the summer (with ~9 other TREND students)
- $5,400 stipend + $600 food allowance
- $500 for travel after the summer to present your research at a conference
- Community-building with ~9 other undergrad researchers
- Practice and mentoring with oral, visual, written and multimedia communication skills
- Outreach opportunities
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What kind of research can I do?
Projects topics include:
- 2D materials
- Biodynamics/Cell movement
- Chaos
- Lasers
- Neural networks
- Photonics/Optoelectronics
- Plasma dynamics
- Quantum nanodevices
- Turbulence
- Underwater robot dynamics
- Weather prediction
... and more. Details here under each mentor group.
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How do I apply?
Submit (by February 9, 2024):
- Our application form
- At least one letter of recommendation (ask each recommender to send to trend-reu@umd.edu)
- Unofficial transcript (send it to trend-reu@umd.edu)
Details here.
Consider The TRIO McNair Scholars Program
Attention PRISM Scholars please consider this dynamic program aimed at supporting your educational goals in research and graduate school!
For PRISM Scholars at Century College, Minneapolis College, and Normandale Community College who are transferring in Fall 2023 or Spring 2024, we invite you to consider McNair at Augsburg as part of exploring transfer to Augsburg.
Although Augsburg’s TRIO McNair Scholars Program is recruiting students for Fall 2023 admission, applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until all participant slots are filled.
Eligible applicants will be at Junior status by the end of Spring 2024 and available to conduct full-time research Summer 2024. Students from all majors are welcome to apply, though preference is given to applicants that are interested in pursuing a doctoral (Ph.D.) degree.
The TRIO McNair Scholars Program works with students who are members of groups underrepresented in graduate education and who exhibit strong academic potential. The goal of the program is to prepare Scholars for graduate study through coursework, academic advising, workshops, and involvement in undergraduate research and other scholarly activities. The program also assists with securing admission to and financial assistance for enrollment in graduate programs. Students will acquire the research skills necessary to succeed in graduate school through a paid research internship ($6000) with an Augsburg faculty member during Summer of 2024.
The McNair Scholars Program is federally-funded by the U.S. Department of Education. Therefore, to be eligible, applicants must be first-generation (neither parent graduated from a four-year college or university) AND low-income AND/OR may be persons from groups underrepresented in graduate education. The Department of Education defines these groups as African-American, American Indian, Alaskan Native, and Hispanic/Latino. Additionally, applicants must be either U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents and maintain at least a 2.8 cumulative GPA (3.0+ preferred).
Unsure if you qualify? Please visit the link below for more information on eligibility requirements.
Determining McNair Eligibility “Cheat Sheet”
PRISM Scholars from our partner institutions are encouraged to apply. If you’re interested in learning more about McNair, please contact Lara Crombie, Program Coordinator, crombie@augsburg.edu. Lara is available to meet over Zoom.
Visit https://www.augsburg.edu/mcnair/ for more information.
Connect with STEM at Stillman School of Business
By 2028, it is estimated that there will be more than a million jobs in the STEM field. In preparation, the Stillman School of Business at Seton Hall University offers STEM-designated programs that will equip you to use technology, data and business analytics to make effective business decisions and solve complex problems. Learn more click below:
NASA's Human Lander Challenge (HuLC)
Awards include $7,000 stipends per team, $18,000 in cash prizes, and a visit to NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center!
Through the 2024 HuLC competition, NASA seeks near-term, innovative solutions
for Human Landing System (HLS) challenge areas... specifically addressing
the mitigation of lunar Plume-Surface Interaction (PSI).
HuLC solicits proposals for innovative, systems-level solutions that can help NASA understand, mitigate, and manage the impacts of lunar PSI - with the ability to be implemented within 3-5 years. The potential solutions could include, but are not limited to, the following categories:
- Trade Studies on Landing Trajectories that Minimize PSI
- Reduction / Mitigation of Erosion (Cratering) and Ejecta during Descent, Landing, and Ascent
- Development of PSI Flight Instrumentation / Measurement Methods & Concepts
- Tracking Dust During Descent, Landing, and Ascent
- Instrumentation Performance Through the Dust Cloud During Landing
- HLS Asset Safety (ejecta damage, excessive lander heating, etc.)
- PSI Modeling and Validation
Proposals are due on March 4, 2024
HuLC is open to teams of undergraduate and graduate students at accredited colleges and universities in the United States. Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs) are encouraged to apply. Based on a review of initial proposals received by March 2024, up to 12 teams will be selected to continue developing their proposed concepts. Each finalist team will receive a $7,000 stipend to facilitate full participation in a competitive design review at a Forum in Huntsville, Alabama in June 2024.
This is only a brief excerpt of the 2024 HuLC competition.
Please read the full, printable 2024 Challenge Guidelines by clicking the button below.
Biomedical Research Programs
GPiBS
The application for our 2024 GPiBS (Graduate Program in Biomedical Sciences) class opened on August 1st, 2023 with a priority deadline of December 1st. If you know of any students interested in pursuing a PhD in the Biomedical Sciences, please encourage them to apply/inquire about our programs. OUHSC is a comprehensive medical campus home to cutting edge research facilities and top-tier scientists. Our 2.5:1 PhD student-to-post-doc ratio equates to students being the major drivers of our research enterprise, as evidenced by our publication numbers (5.3 manuscripts per PhD graduate!).
Interested students can utilize the GPiBS website or reach out to us directly at GPIBS@ouhsc.edu for additional information or questions.
GPiBS highlights:
- Stipend - $30,000
- Full tuition/fees waiver
- Health Insurance provided
- >95 mentors seeking graduate students
PREP
The Post-baccalaureate Research Education Program (PREP) is an NIGMS-funded program designed to prepare trainees for gaining admission and succeeding in biomedical PhD programs. Whether participants were lacking in research training, had subpar grades, or simply don’t feel ready to for graduate school, PREP is a great stepping-stone towards a PhD or MD/PhD program. We welcomed our first cohort of participants in June of this year and look forward to recruiting the next group. The application for our 2024 cohort will open September 1, 2023.
More information can be found at the PREP website or by contacting us at PREP@ouhsc.edu.
PREP highlights:
- Stipend - $30,000
- Full tuition/fees waiver
- Health Insurance provided
- $3,000 travel allowance to present research
SURP
The Summer Undergraduate Research Programs (SURP) have expanded and we look forward to continuing 5 programs next summer. The SURP applications will open in October with a deadline of January 31st, 2024. More information about our summer programs can be found at the SURP website or by contacting us at SURP@ouhsc.edu.
PREP highlights:
- $5,000 summer salary
- Full-time research at OUHSC
- Weekly enrichment sessions
- Final Symposium and luncheon
STEM Blog
Interested in learning more about advocacy, research and how it relates to the human experience? NSF Gallery Images? Click below:
Diversity in Action Fall Issue
For our annual Fall issue on higher education, we've got the dynamic Deborah Bial on the cover discussing The Posse Foundation and its many achievements. We also highlight green campuses, the women leading universities, STEM stars and much more. Read it here:
Diversity In Action Fall Issue
- NSF-supported research impacts nearly every field of science and engineering. NSF's influence reaches from the ends of the Earth to the depths of the oceans and to space and beyond. Our Multimedia Gallery has some of the most stunning images from NSF’s research legacy. We have pulled some of the most beautiful gallery images for you to use as a virtual background.
Do you have suggestions for opportunities to include in the upcoming newsletter? Feel free to forward them to stem@augsburg.edu.
Augsburg STEM Programs
Email: stem@augsburg.edu
Website: https://www.augsburg.edu/stem/
Location: 2211 Riverside Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, USA
Phone: (612) 330-1042