| Wednesday, October 21, 2009 1005 Haworth 5:30 - 7:00 pm |
BMAC Informal Advising SessionBMAC Informal Advising Session, 5:30 – 7:00 pm, 1005 Haworth (more information below). |
| Thursday, October 22 , 2009 1005 Haworth 6:00–7:30 pm |
Career NightCareer Night is sponsored by the Biological Sciences Alumni Advisory Board and KU Undergraduate Biology and is set up to provide students a venue where they can inquire about biology careers. Some of our guests will also be recruiting. The setting is informal to encourage you to actively engage our guests with your queries. Pizza, soft drinks and bottled water will be on hand for all, so mark your calendar and don’t miss Career Night! Employers and Professional Organizations that will be represented include: Aerotek Scientific, Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc., Hospira, IBT Laboratories, Clinical Laboratory Sciences (KU Med Center), School of Nursing (KU Med Center), Midwest Anatomic Pathology Laboratory, LLC, Peace Corps, Stowers Institute, UKanTeach, University Career Center, US Army Health Care Recruiting Team. |
| Thursday, October 22, 2009 Woodruff Auditorium 7:30 pm |
T. R. Reid Humanities LectureT. R. Reid, Healthcare critic and commentator for NPR's Morning Edition: "We're Number 37! Why Other Countries Have Better, Fairer, and Cheaper Health Care than the USA" Category: Humanities Lecture Series http://www.hallcenter.ku.edu/cgi-bin/cal.shtml?c=16. |
| Thursday, October 22, 2009 |
Biology Club MeetingMore details about this event later. Hope to see you all there! (Also, get ready for Biology Club Bowling Night at Jaybowl November 17th!) -- John Stillings, Bio Club VP. |
| Saturday, October 24 Lawrence Memorial Hospital Conference Room A 9:00 to 11:30 am |
MCAT Biological and Physical Science SeminarMCAT Biological and Physical Science Seminar, 9:00 to 11:30 am, Lawrence Memorial Hospital - Conference Room A, offered by Mary Dunkin (see more information below). |
The KU McNair Scholars Program is seeking to hire a tutor to assist one student with BIOL 435 (Introduction to Neurobiology). The position involves approximately 2 hours of tutoring per week, and pays $8 - $10 per hour, depending on undergrad/grad status. The tutor is compensated for preparation and tutoring time, and can set the hour and location of tutoring sessions. Undergraduate tutors must have taken the course and received an ‘A’. For more information, please contact Allyson Flaster at flaster@ku.edu or 785-864-9626.
Tutoring Services Program still needs qualified tutors who are willing and able to tutor for Biology 200, 240, 246, and 400. We pay students who qualify to tutor through our program $8.50 per hour. Tutor groups meet either MW or TR for 1.5 hours each of the two days; for a total of 3.0 hours per week, per group. In order to qualify, tutor applicants must have received a B or better in the course(s) that they wish to tutor and be able to provide two faculty references. If you would like to earn a little extra money while working to support your peers academically, go to 22 Strong Hall ( phone 864-4064) or visit the website at www.tutoring.ku.edu.
Advising in KUUB starts Monday, 19 October, and continues through Friday, 6 November. Current KUUB advisor contact information is available at http://www.kuub.ku.edu/~kuub/cgi-bin/advising.shtml. It is important that you visit this web site if you do not already have a biology advisor. This site contains lists of faculty advisors divided into biology categories so that you can find an advisor who fits your particular biological interest (there is even a list if you are undeclared but would like to pursue a biology degree).
Beginning enrollment dates are: Honors students – 22 October; Seniors – 27 October; Juniors – 30 October; Sophomores – 4 November; Freshmen – 10 November.
You will need to clear all holds before you will be able to enroll (holds can be viewed through KU portal). There are four categories of advising-related holds:
1) First advising hold (FAH) for students who have an initial term of Spring 2009, Summer 2009, or Fall 2009. Transfer students with 60-90 hours will get this hold if their initial KU term is Summer or Fall 2009.
After meeting with a biology advisor go to 109 Strong Hall and turn in a copy of your GPS (Graduation Position System) form indicating that you met with an advisor and understand the information on your GPS.
2) First advising hold for 90+ hours (FA9) for students whose initial term at KU is Fall or Summer 2009 and who have completed 90+ credit hours. Students should meet with an advisor in 109 Strong Hall.
3) Non-declared (NDC) enrollment hold for any continuing students who have completed fewer than 60 credit hours and who have not officially declared a major or been accepted into a professional school at KU. Completing and submitting a Declaration of Major form will remove this hold.
4) Non-declared 60+ hrs. students (ND6) enrollment hold for any continuing students who have not officially declared a major or been accepted into a professional school at KU. Completing and submitting a Declaration of Major form will remove this hold.
Reminder:
BIOL 412, Evolutionary Biology, is now being taught during the Spring semesters only.
BIOL 570, Biostatistics, is now being taught during the Fall semesters only.
BIOL 503, Immunology, taught at the Edwards campus focuses only on medical immunology.
Prerequisites for the following biology courses will be checked at the time of on-line enrollment. Students will not be able to enroll in these courses unless they have (or are currently enrolled in) the necessary prerequisite courses. Please e-mail Greg Burg (gburg@ku.edu) to have transfer courses evaluated as possible prerequisite courses prior to requesting enrollment permission numbers.
BIOL 350 – successfully completed CHEM 188 and BIOL 150 or 151
BIOL 408 – successfully completed CHEM 184 or 185 and BIOL 152 or 153
BIOL 412 – successfully completed BIOL 350 or 360
BIOL 416 – successfully completed BIOL 150 or 151
The following are some links you might find helpful during the enrollment process:
* Links to open sections, searchable timetable - http://www.opensections.ku.edu/
* Retrieving an ARTS form - http://www.artsform.ku.edu/
* CLA&S Student Academic Services web page - http://www.collegesas.ku.edu
“Dear Biology Majors--With the spring enrollment approaching quickly, The Biology Majors Advisory Committee will be hosting an informal advising session on October 21, at 5:30 pm. If you have any questions about your major requirements, about when to take certain classes, etc. please come by Haworth 1005 between 5:30-7:00, and the members of BMAC will be more than happy to help you with all of your advising/scheduling needs. Sincerely, The Biology Majors Advisory Committee.”
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Here is a chance to get involved with research! Should there be an undergraduate student who wishes to do a research project that involves fungi this coming semester, summer, or fall, I would be pleased to talk with him or her about possible projects. They can contact me by email (licht@ku.edu) or by phone (864-3740), or stop by my office at 8006 Haworth Hall. -- Robert W. Lichtwardt, Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology University of Kansas Lawrence, KS 66045-7534 (Web page: www.nhm.ku.edu/~fungi).
2010 K-INBRE Undergraduate Scholarship Program. Applications for the 2010 K-INBRE Undergraduate Scholarship Program are now being accepted. K-INBRE provides financial support and mentoring to enable science majors to gain intensive experience in biomedical related research. Eight scholarships are competitively awarded each year, and scholarships will provide up to $2,000 for Spring 2010 and $4,000 for Summer 2010. Detailed information about the program and the application packet can be found online at http://www.kinbre.ku.edu. Applications will be accepted through 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 2, 2009. For more information, please contact Emily Huckabay at emilych@ku.edu or (785)864-7316. |
The Erma Reed Peterson Scholarship for Pre-Medicine Seniors. The Scholarship: Through the generosity of the Peterson Family, Undergraduate Biology will present a scholarship to an outstanding KU pre-med senior. Award Amount: Tuition for the Spring 2010 semester to a total of $500. Eligibility: Must be a KU pre-med senior graduating in Spring 2010. Preference will be given to (a) a student from either Saline or McPherson County, Kansas, and (b) a Genetics major. (In the event there are no applicants meeting criteria (a) and/or (b), the scholarship will be awarded to a Pre-Med Spring 2010 graduate.) (Any connection to Saline or McPherson County should be noted on the essay page.) What to Submit: Applications must include: 1) application form (see back of this announcement); 2) one-page essay outlining career aspirations; 3) ARTS form; 4) one letter of recommendation with attached waiver (waiver forms are available in 2045 Haworth or at: www.kuub.ku.edu "Awards and Scholarships"). Submit application materials and address questions to: Pam McElroy, Undergraduate Biology, 2045 Haworth Hall, 864-5885 (pmcelroy@ku.edu). Questions may also be addressed to Dr. Yoshi Azuma, Awards Committee, 864-7540 (azumay@ku.edu). Deadline for receipt of all application materials: 5:00 pm, Friday, October 23, 2009.
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Wanted: Biology majors for “CSI on the Living”. Explore this versatile biology-based undergraduate degree (B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science) at www.cls.kumc.edu. Expect multiple job offers before graduation at a range of $42-45,000. Coursework overlaps that of pre-pharmacy, pre-med and many other health related occupations, making this degree a great alternative pathway to medical school and other post-graduate programs. You can call 785-864-2834 to arrange an advising appointment on the KU Lawrence campus or contact our department at the medical center directly at 913-588-5220. Substantial scholarships available for most students accepted into the program. -- Venus Ward, Ph.D., Chair, Dept. of Clinical Laboratory Sciences.
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The final date to apply for graduation for fall 2009 is November 2, 2009 (for further information, go to College Student Academic Services (http://www2.ku.edu/~clasus/students/graduationinformation.shtml) December graduates are invited to attend the Undergraduate Biology Graduate Recognition Ceremony on Saturday, May 15. If you will be leaving KU in December, you can either (1) send me a “non-KU” e-mail address before you leave, or (2) send me an e-mail in March to request the information. |
Premed Students Taking the MCAT in 2010. Mary Dunkin is offering a MCAT Biological and Physical Science Seminar on Saturday, October 24, 9 to 11:30 am, Lawrence Memorial Hospital, Conference Room A. Join us for a fun and enlightening MCAT Biological and Physical Science Workshop where we will work actual MCAT passages in physics, biology, and chemistry. This will be an opportunity to familiarize yourself to a passage-based test like the MCAT, talk to students who have taken the MCAT and learn about science topics covered on the MCAT. To participate contact: Mary Dunkin, M.S. and Chris Dunkin, M.D. at: bestmedprep@kc.rr.com (phone: 913/485-6543 or 913/384-4519). Mary Dunkin's MCAT Review High Impact Reparation Program features: * Energetic Medical Student Instructors * Small Class Size for Effective Discussions * Timed Passages to Reach and Maintain MCAT Pace on exam * Students Interacting with other Highly Successful Students * Intensive - Full Day Saturday Review to Prepare for extensive MCAT exam There are no lectures - We work with actual AAMC retired MCATS |
IMPORTANT NOTE – Internships, opportunities, summer research, etc. which are featured in these weekly e-mails, will now also be available to you on our web site: www.kuub.ku.edu. Check it out at: http://www.kuub.ku.edu/announcements/documents/OpportunitiesSpring2010.shtml and find a great experience to help you with your future career! |
Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge Internships in Eureka Springs, Arkansas (a facility committed to rescuing abused, abandoned, and unwanted exotic cats. Animal Keeper—responsibilities include daily care of tigers, lions, cougars, bears, leopards, macaques, hoof stock, etc., enrichment, record keeping, educational public tours, assisting with maintenance, upkeep, and habitat construction (Bachelor’s degree preferred). Horticulture Intern—responsibilities include assisting with the maintenance and improvement of the landscaped areas, including the planting, pruning, watering of trees, shrubs, and perennials, identifying/removing toxic plants, developing browse for environmental enrichment (Bachelor’s degree in horticulture, botany, or related field). Compensation: $50 weekly stipend for food; housing (paid utilities, satellite TV, free long distance, internet service) provided. New positions begin February 1, 2010; deadline for applications is November 15. For further information: www.turpentinecreek.org. To apply, send cover letter and resume to: Emily McCormack, Internship Program, 239 Turpentine Creek Lane, Eureka Springs, AR 72632 (emily@turpentinecreek.org). |
U.S. Navy Marine Mammal Program – Animal Care/Training Internship. Interns get experience in specialized areas such as open-ocean training, observational research, cognitive research, and veterinary medicine. Interns spend about 60% of time in support tasks (diet preparation, cleaning boats, assisting in resource center, hosing decks, etc.) and about 40% in session assistance and hands-on tasks (research session set-up, record respiration rates/dive times, assist with mother/calf research, hold/work animal sessions, assist in animal physicals/medical procedures, interact with animals in pools, etc.). Interns work 40 hours/week for 17 weeks; deadlines are: October 1 for spring, March 1 for summer, June 1 for fall. The internship is offered on a competitive basis to sophomores, juniors, and seniors, in marine science, biology, zoology, psychology, and veterinary fields; interns must arrange to receive college credit for internship. For information, go to: www.spawar.navy.mil/sandiego/technology/mammals/; for questions, contact Erika Putman (619-767-4100, nmmp_intern@spawar.navy.mil). |
Gerstner Sloan-Kettering Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences – 10-week Summer Undergraduate Research Program for students who are interested in pursing a career in biomedically related sciences. Students will have the opportunity to:
Areas of research include:
Applicants should have a minimum of 3.0 gpa and have completed at least general biology and/or introductory chemistry, and be freshmen, sophomores, or juniors. Students accepted into the program will receive a stipend of $3,000 and housing. Deadline to apply is February 1; for further information, check: http://www.sloankettering.edu/gerstner/html/54513.cfm. |
Southwestern Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences – 10-week Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships in Biological chemistry, biophysics, cancer biology, cell regulation, chemical biology, computational biology, developmental biology, genetics, immunology, integrative biology, microbiology, molecular biology, neuroscience, pharmacology. Applicants must be enrolled in a natural science degree program and have completed the sophomore year. Each fellowship award carries $4,000 in support; housing costs will be covered, but travel expenses will not be reimbursed. Applications are due by February 9, 2010; complete details about this program can be found at: www.utsouthwestern.edu/SURF. |
Noble Summer Research Scholar Program – Undergraduate Internships in Plant Science (Genetics/genomics, cell biology, biochemistry, viral evolution, bioinformatics, transformation phytochemistry, plant pathology, applied genomics, molecular biology, structural biology, genetics of disease, molecular breeding, developmental biology). The program begins the first week of June; a stipend and housing will be provided during the 10-week internship. Deadline for application: January 15, 2010; for more information, go to: www.noble.org/summerscholar. |
Organization for Tropical Studies (Duke University). Summer and semester programs offered in areas such as: Global Health (held in Costa Rica) African Ecology (held in South Africa), Tropical Biology (held in Costa Rica); Research Experience for Undergraduates—held in Costa Rica and South Africa. For information on these opportunities, go to: www.ots.duke.edu; application deadlines are: November 1 for spring, March 1 for summer, April 1 for fall. |
UNCF/MERCK Science Scholarships and Fellowships—a program that creates opportunities in the biological and chemical sciences for Africa American students. Undergraduate: scholarships up to $25,000; two paid internships at Merck Research Laboratories with stipends totaling more than $10,000; mentoring and networking opportunities. Eligibility: college juniors, science majors, 3.3 gpa, African American, US citizen or permanent resident. Application deadline: December 1; for information and to apply online, go to: www.uncf.org/merck. |
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