The following message is official and has been approved by the appropriate authorities to be posted to this list. Dear Undergraduate Researchers,
This newsletter contains the following: 1) Announcement of October and November deadlines, including -October 21: Center for Race and Gender -October 27: McNair Scholars Program -November 1: Center for Middle Eastern Studies Undergraduate Research Grant -November 4: Biology Fellows -Rolling deadline until Nov. 4: UC Berkeley Program in Sacramento -Fall: Consortium for the Arts 2) For links to ALL campus undergraduate research programs, including those with spring deadlines and those focused on very specific topic areas, see http://research.berkeley.edu/ . If you find a program you'd like to apply to, it's a good idea to contact program staff NOW to find out how to prepare. NEW on the [EMAIL PROTECTED] web site: see a summary of campus-wide programs, including program features, eligibility and deadlines: http://research.berkeley.edu/ResProgMatrix10-6-05.html 3) Research workshop descriptions, times, and dates through the end of October - these can help you plan your application to these programs and make your application more competitive. ********************************************************** 1. UPCOMING DEADLINES THROUGH EARLY NOVEMBER, 2005 OCTOBER 21: CENTER FOR RACE AND GENDER The Center for Race and Gender (CRG) at the University of California Berkeley, announces the availability of grants of $200 to $1,000 to fund undergraduates for research or creative projects that address issues of race and gender. Applications can be submitted by any Berkeley undergraduate not graduating at the end of the semester. Grants will be awarded for periods of up to six months from the start date. For more details, for contact information of program administrators, and to download an application, see http://crg.berkeley.edu/programs/grants/grants.html ---------------------- OCTOBER 27: MCNAIR SCHOLARS PROGRAM Program offers $2800 summer funding plus numerous enrichment activities, ample staff support, and a close community of about 25 scholars. -Check to see if you qualify- McNair Scholars Eligibility Checklis *Must be interested in obtaining a Ph.D. degree *Must have completed more than 60 units by June 2006 *Must have at least a GPA of 3.0 by the end of Fall 2005 *Must be either 1) a low-income** and first generation college student (one parent does not have a BA) or 2) underrepresented in higher education (African-American, Latino, or Native Am.) *Must be either a citizen or a permanent resident of the United States *Must be enrolled at UC Berkeley during Spring 2006 *Must be available to do full time research in the Summer of 2006 If the above criteria apply to you, pick up an application at: Academic Achievement Programs 2515 Channing Way Berkeley, CA 94720-2410 Or download it at: http://www-mcnair.berkeley.edu:16080/apply/ We will hold informational sessions (with pizza and soda) at the following times and places: Tues 11 Oct 05 , 12:00-1:00 p.m. , Academic Achievement Programs, Rm 5, 2515 Channing Way Fri 14 Oct 05 , 3:00-4:00 p.m. , 344 Campbell Hall Mon 17 Oct 05 , 4:00-5:00 p.m., 333 Sproul Hall Thurs 20 Oct 05, 5:00-6:00 p.m. , Institute of Industrial Relations, 1st Floor (2521 Channing Way) These sessions will address the application, the review process, the mission of the McNair Scholars Program, its benefits, program specifics, and research issues. As well, Dr. Harold Campbell, Program Director; Tim Randazzo, Graduate Student Coordinator; Dr. Nellie Haddad, Program Advisor; Alison Kaufman, Graduate Student Tutor and several former McNair students will be there to answer your questions. ---------------- NOVEMBER 1: CENTER FOR MIDDLE EASTERN STUDIES UNDERGRAD. RESEARCH GRANT http://ias.berkeley.edu/CMES/programs_files/programs_urgp.html Eligibility: U.C. Berkeley undergraduate students only. Priority will be given to students with declared majors or minors in Middle Eastern Studies. Funding: Grants for up to $1,000 are available to defray the costs of domestic and international travel while conducting research for undergraduate senior thesis projects that focus on Middle East-related topics. Please note that this funding applies to airfare only, and that all grants will be paid as reimbursements upon completion of travel. Grantees will be required to provide specific travel documentation in order to receive reimbursement. ------------------------------- NOVEMBER 4: BIOLOGY FELLOWS PROGRAM to provide research opportunities for undergraduates in the biological sciences during the academic year, especially for students whose financial need would make such work difficult on an unpaid basis. Twenty grants of $1800 will be awarded for the Spring, 2006 semester. Students should have a lab placement when they apply. http://research.berkeley.edu/Biology_Fellows/BFPSem.html -------------------------- ROLLING ADMISSIONS UNTIL NOVEMBER 4: UC BERKELEY PROGRAM IN SACRAMENTO http://uccs.universityofcalifornia.edu/ The University of California Center Sacramento (UCCS) Scholar Intern Program is a visionary opportunity for UC students to have professional experiences and skill-building opportunities while they live, intern, and conduct research in California's capital. UCCS is dedicated to providing students from all majors and each UC campus with an opportunity to participate in internships tailored to their goals. We invite interested undergraduate and graduate students from all UC campuses to join us in pioneering this exciting new UC innovation! ------------------------ Sometime in the fall, 2005 Consortium for the Arts Allocates funds for projects that enhance the vitality of the arts on campus and provoke intellectual conversation about the arts. Student-organized projects supported by the Consortium have included conferences, colloquia, exhibits, and publications. http://www.bampfa.berkeley.edu/bca/students.html ALL PROGRAMS, AND MORE WITH SPRING DEADLINES, ARE LINKED TO http://research.berkeley.edu/ ************************************************************* 2. RESEARCH WORKSHOPS through the end of September, 2005 - to help you formulate a plan now to complete fulfilling and successful research before you graduate, and to help make your application to research programs more competitive. Workshop A, How to Get Started in Undergraduate Research -explore your intellectual interests -find a faculty mentor -investigate funding sources -plan ahead for a successful application Dates in October, 2005: Tues, 10/11, 3-4 Wed, 10/12, 12-1 Th, 10/20, 1-2 Mon, 10/24, 4-5 Location: 344 Campbell Hall Workshop B, Writing a Research Proposal -define a research question -develop a plan -present your qualifications -create a budget Students are encouraged to attend Workshop A, which gives a general overview of research opportunities and strategies for getting started, before attending Workshop B. Students should come to the workshop with a specific topic in mind, and in the case of a laboratory project, should be in a lab before coming to the workshop. Dates in October, 2005: Mon, 10/17, 2-3:30 Fri, 10/28, 9:30-11 Location: 344 Campbell Hall For more information on these workshops, see http://research.berkeley.edu/haas_scholars/schedule.html or contact Leah Carroll, at [EMAIL PROTECTED], 643-5374, 345 Campbell Hall. ---------------------------------------------------------------- The above message does not necessarily represent the views or opinions of MCBcDNA, mcbUSA, the MCB Department, or UC Berkeley. TO UNSUBSCRIBE FROM THIS LIST, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with "unsubscribe mcb-infoline" in the message body. Please send questions or comments to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For a list of upcoming events and information about the student clubs: MCBcDNA http://mcb.berkeley.edu/groups/mcbcdna/ mcbUSA http://mcb.berkeley.edu/groups/mcbusa/
