For After You Graduate
Fulbright Fellowships
There will be an information session about the U.S. Fulbright Student program
on Tuesday, May 2 at 3:00 in International House.
U.S. citizens in their senior year of undergraduate study are eligible to apply
for awards for academic year study, research, and teaching in countries around
the world.
In the current year, two Beloit graduates have Fulbright awards. One is conducting
research on animation in Moscow and the other is studying museum exhibit curation
and ship-wreck preservation in Stockholm. Next year, a Beloit graduate will
teach in English in Brazil and study the effectiveness of grass-roots organizations.
For preliminary information about the Fulbright Student Program, see http://us.fulbrightonline.org/home.html
Summer Opportunities (posted outside 409 Chamberlin)
PolyCamp!
The University of Oregon is offering a week-long, all expenses paid, intensive
exposure to polymer processes, synthesis, and physical characterization - lectures,
labs, career discussions, tours of local companies. June 18-23 in Eugene, Oregon.
There's also Rock Camp. See http://materialscience.uoregon.edu/Undergraduate/PolyCamp.html
Summer Placements as of April 5th
Derek Keefer will be working as a Sanger Scholar at Beloit with George Lisensky
on nanochemistry.
Peter Reiss will be at Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago through the Schweppe
program doing neural stem cell research.
Ashish Thapa has a research internship at Clemson University doing computational
chemistry.
Dan Murphy has a Schweppe Scholarship to do research with Prof. Wayne Anderson
at the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University in Chicago. The
lab works generally with protein structure and function, and protein-nucleic
acid interactions.
Other Stuff
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8. See Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.
Summer Opportunities (posted outside 409 Chamberlin)
US Environmental Protection Agency Summer Positions
Closing Date: April 3, 2006
The EPA’s Mid-Continent Ecology Division in Duluth, MN anticipates having
the following types of positions available for the summer of 2006:
- Biological Science Laboratory Technician
- Biologist - Physical Science Technician
- Physical Scientist
- Chemist
Student summer employees will work in support of the following projects:
Water Quality and Sediment Analyses (1-2 Positions) - These positions
will prepare sample containers and assist with laboratory handling, processing
and analysis of collected environmental samples of both water quality and sediment
analyses. Training will be provided for all procedures.
Great Lakes Sampling Project (1-2 Positions) - These positions will
work with a team to gather ecological information and collect samples in the
field (water, sediments, plants, animals). Some preparation of sample containers
and sampling/measurement equipment and vessels for trips. Field sample collection/
handling of environmental samples and data recording. Training will be provided
for all procedures. Students will have an opportunity for extensive experience
on research boats sampling across the great lakes.
Toxicology Support (1 Position) - This position will provide technical
and logistical support to aquatic toxicology studies, primarily in the laboratory
but with some field work. Incumbent will assist in the preparation, conduct,
and takedown of aquatic toxicity studies with fish and invertebrates, making
biological observations during testing and measurements of water chemistry (pH,
temperature, dissolved oxygen, etc.). Assist in the maintenance of laboratory
systems and materials, and provide support to chemical analysis of test materials.
Field work will consist of sampling water, sediment, and biota from streams.
Educational background in biology or chemistry is desirable, though training
will be provided for all procedures.
The EPA is again using an online application system called EZHIRE. First time
applicants will need to setup user ids and passwords to use the system. They
will also have to fill out an applicant profile and put their resume into the
system before going to the vacancy announcement and applying.
If I can be of any assistance to you answering any of your questions (or those
of student applicants), please do not hesitate to call or email me at:
218-529-5070 or sebastian.jon@epa.gov.
Jon Sebastian
Human Resources Coordinator
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Mid-Continent Ecology Division
Duluth, MN
For After You Graduate
US Environmental Protection Agency
The Mid-Continent Ecology Division (MED) of the National Health and Environmental
Research Laboratory (NHEERL), Office of Research and Development (ORD) at the
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking a college student or recent
graduate (within two years) to provide services under a contractual agreement
to assist in collecting empirical information with aquatic organisms which serve
as the foundation of predictive models used to prioritize chemicals of toxicological
concern. NHEERL is responsible for conducting and supporting high quality research
targeted to understanding and resolving the nation’s most serious environmental
threats. ORD develops methods and techniques to determine the potential hazard
of chemical contaminants in support of EPA health and ecological risk assessments.
The student contractor will assist in tests characterizing chemical metabolism
and toxic effects in fish. The student contractor must have completed a BS/BA
degree in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, toxicology, or environmental sciences
within the past two years, or project to complete such a degree at the end of
the Spring ’06 Semester. A student with a background in analytical chemistry
and molecular biology is preferred. The student must be familiar with basic
laboratory health and safety.
Non-U.S. citizens may be eligible to participate, depending on their immigration
status and the applicable regulations of the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration
(BCIS), formerly known as the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS).
However, as a part of their response, non-US citizens must demonstrate that
they hold an appropriate visa to allow them to work as an independent contractor
for the duration of the initial and optional contract periods (i.e., May15,
2006 through May14, 2008).
All interested parties are required to visit the EPA Procurement home page at
http://www.epa.gov/oam/rtp_cmd/
to learn full details of the proposed contract opportunity. Under the section
entitled "Student Services- Duluth, RFQ-RT-06-00054A", read all the
attached documents. Responses to this Announcement will be accepted through
April 14, 2006, 12:00 p.m., ET.
Medical College of Wisconsin
The Medical College of Wisconsin, Department of Pediatrics - Endocrinology
Division is currently seeking an Research Technologist I.
DUTIES: Under general supervision, carry out experimental designs for sponsored
research projects in support of juvenile diabetes. Perform routine experiments,
work with RNA, design oligonucleotides for DNA and RNA working with available
software and work with animals. Record and compile accurate records and communicate
summaries of experimental results. Help evaluate, interpret and assess experimental
data and quality control of assays. Participate in meetings with principle investigator
and research staff and evaluate/interpret the validity of data. Order and maintain
supply of inventories. Operate, calibrate and perform routine maintenance on
specialized equipment used in research. Prepare media and maintain cells by
various culturing in techniques. Oversee daily lab operation in the absence
of the supervisor or Principle Investigator.
REQUIREMENTS: BS degree in scientific field. Understanding of scientific approach,
methodologies and both general and specific laboratory procedures. Ability to
use independent judgment, follow research methodology and protocol, read, understand,
follow and enforce safety procedures. Strong critical thinking, problem solving
and attentiveness to detail required.
Because we value the excellent training of your students, we would appreciate
if you could share this opportunity with any of our recent graduates or other
individuals that you feel might be interested. If you would like to learn more
about the Medical College of Wisconsin, the Department of Pediatrics or this
particular position please visit our website: http://www.mcw.edu
The Medical College of Wisconsin, Department of Pediatrics - Gastroenterology
Division is currently seeking an Research Technologist I. See detailed description
below for further information.
Because we value the excellent training of your students, we would appreciate
if you could share this opportunity with any of our recent graduates or other
individuals that you feel might be interested. If you would like to learn more
about the Medical College of Wisconsin, the Department of Pediatrics or this
particular position please visit our website: http://www.mcw.edu
Thank you again for your support and assistance -
April Kraklow - HR Generalist
Department of Pediatrics, Administration
Medical College of Wisconsin
Other Stuff
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8. See Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.
Summer Opportunities (posted outside 409 Chamberlin)
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science - The Chicago Medical School
The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at The Chicago Medical
School offers a summer research program for current sophomores and juniors.
Protein structure, enzymology, X-ray crystallography, mass spectrometry, recombinant
DNA methodology and cloning, mutagenesis, molecular genetics, molecular computer
modeling, and spectroscopy projects looking at mitochondrial energy conversion,
neurotrophic proteins, membrane transport proteins, neuroendocrine processing,
enzyme regulation and mechanism, RNA functions, cancer and neuroregeneration.
$2500 stipend. Apply by May 12, 2006. For information see http;//www.66.99.255.20/cms/biochem/index.cfm
ProChem Internship in Rockford
In the past, we have done paid internships at ProChem for Beloit students with
the possibility of gaining credits as well. We have lots of new toys that the
intern may be able to use during the summer: HPLC, GC, IR, AA, and ICP. We are
looking for candidates who are willing to work in a small "industrial"
environment and are considering the field of Chemistry and or Chemical Manufacturing.
We do mostly inorganic manufacturing but always have small projects going in
the organic realm as well. Please forward this e-mail to the possible interns
and have them e-mail or fax a resume over to us.
Thank you in advance.
Best Regards.
Erica Zimolzak
VP of Operations
ProChem,Inc.
826 Roosevelt Road
Rockford IL 61109
815-398-1788
Fax: 815-398-1810
prochem3@aol.com
Our web address is: www.prochemonline.com
Graduate and Professional School Information (filed in 409 Chamberlin)
Georgetown University - MS and Certificate programs in Biotechnology and Bioinformatics
Other Stuff
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8. See Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.
Congratulations!
Bill Brown has just received a copy of the newly published 8th edition of his
General Organic and Biochemistry, this one coauthored with Mary Campbell of
Mt Holyoke and Shawn Farrell of Colorado State University and the US Olympic
Training Center. A cover flat is posted on the board across from his office
in 427 Chamberlin.
Summer Opportunities (posted outside 409 Chamberlin)
Drexel University REU Sensor Research Program
Caroline Schauer, a 1991 Beloit chemistry grad who is now on the chemistry faculty
at Drexel University in Philadelphia, has received an NSF-REU grant for this
coming summer and has asked us to recruit students for it. June 19 - August
25, 2006. Hands-on experience working in a research laboratory, field trips,
seminars on research and ethics . $4,500 stipend and free summer housing in
Philadelphia, PA. An undergraduate summer research program at Drexel University
dedicated to sensor research from science to application. All engineering, chemistry,
physics, and biology undergraduates are encouraged to apply Online applications
and information can be found at: http://www.mse.drexel.edu/programs/sensors/.
Deadline for applications is April 15, 2006
Other Stuff
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8. See Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.
Naval Reserve Junior Officer of the Year!
Congratulations to Kathleen Mandell who has just learned that she has been named
Junior Officer of the Year by the Naval Reserve Association. She will receive
her award at the annual meeting of the Naval Reserve Association in Washington,
D.C. on April 22nd.
Summer Opportunities (posted outside 409 Chamberlin)
Southern Illinois University - Materials Research
Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Program in Interdisciplinary Materials
Research at Southern Illinois University Carbondale for students in chemistry,
physics, and engineering. Application forms and details about the program are
available on-line at: http://mtc.engr.siu.edu/reu/.
The application deadline is March 10th, 2006. The program is particularly interested
in attracting candidates from groups traditionally underrepresented in chemistry,
physics, and engineering. The REU program runs for a 10 week period over the
summer. Participating students will work under mentors from the Departments
of Chemistry, Physics, and Engineering to perform materials research (broadly
defined)-with emphases in nanoscience / nanotechnology, energy research, smart
materials, materials characterization, and materials fabrication, among other
subjects. In this program, students will work on independent research projects
and receive hands-on training in the use state-of-the-art instrumentation and
methods. Student benefits include a $4000 stipend, $1000 research expenditure
allowance, free college housing, and a travel allowance to facilitate transportation
from the student's home institution.
INROADS Summer Internships http://www.inroads.org/
The mission of INROADS is to develop and place talented minority youth in business
and industry and prepare them for corporate and community leadership. INROADS
(minority internship placement program) needs interns in the following areas:
MAJOR # of Internships Available
Accounting 4
Actuarial 6
Mathematics 4
Supply Chain/Logistics 8
Computer Science 10
Computer Engineering 10
Engineering 10
Mechanical Engineering 10
Electrical Engineering 10
Civil Engineering 10
Under normal circumstances, the deadline for applying to INROADS has already
passed however, we are in dire need of minority students in the above fields.
What to do:
If you know of any minority college student who has at least 2 summers left
of college and is majoring in any of the above areas, please have them apply
on-line at http://www.inroads.org and also send an email to Vinny Beatty at
vbeatty@INROADS.org indicating their major, so that he can process their application.
Please note that all of these internships are in the Puget Sound - Seattle
area.
Nation Student Writing Contest
We wanted to ask your help in spreading the word about our new Nation Student
Writing Contest. Sponsored by the BIL Charitable Trust to recognize and reward
the best in student writing and thinking, the contest's deadline is March 31,
2006.
We're looking for original, thoughtful, provocative student voices to tell us
what issue is of most concern to their generation. Essays should not exceed
800 words and should be original, unpublished work that demonstrates fresh,
clear thinking and superior quality of expression and craftsmanship.
We'll select five finalists (including one high-schooler) and one winner, who
will be awarded a $500 cash prize and a Nation subscription. The winning essay
will be published in the magazine and featured on our website. The five finalists
will be awarded $100 each and subscriptions, and their entries will be published
online. The contest is open to students at American high schools and to undergraduates
at American colleges and universities. Entries (only one per student) will be
accepted through March 31. A winner will be announced by May 31. Please send
entries to studentprize@thenation.com. For information see http://lists.thenation.com/t?ctl=25D4:58DDA
For After You Graduate
Graduate and Professional School Information (filed in 409
Chamberlin)
University of Southern Mississippi - Marine Science
RECEPTORS LLC is a small, rapidly growing Chemical Biology
company in Chaska, Minnesota. They are looking for laboratory technicians to
assist in research broadly covering chemistry and biochemistry with an emphasis
on combinatorial chemistry, microarray technology, immunoassay implementation,
and proteomics toolkit development. The want people who can work effectively
as part of a team and independently. "Outstanding applicants, who will
complete their degree in May, 2006 are encouraged to apply whether you are seeking
a permanent position of a 1-2 year opportunity prior to graduate studies."
For details see http://www.receptorsllc.com.
Other Stuff
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8. See Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.
Wilderness Field Station
Harlo Hadow, Director of the Coe College Wilderness Field Station, will be on
campus on Monday, Feb. 27. He will make an hour-long presentation about the
Field Station program at 7pm in the Wood Room. The slides are beautiful.
The Wilderness Field Station is located near Ely, Minnesota, within paddling
distance of the Boundary Waters Canoe Wilderness Area. Classes meet for 4.5
weeks during the summer and focus on Ornithology, Aquatic Ecology, Environment
and the Law: The Fight to Save the Boundary Waters, Animal Behavior, Behavior
and Ecology of Mammals, and Nature Writing. These classes earn credit toward
Beloit College graduation. More information is available at www.public.coe.edu/fieldstation.
Sciences and Life Science Internship & Career Fair 2006
Tuesday, February 28th, 3pm-6pm
Memorial Union, UW Madison
Transportation sign-up deadline: Friday, February 24th, 4:30 pm, FACS
Over 30 employers and organizations!! Including...
Elanco Animal Health, Pierce Biotechnology, Inc., Graduate Funding Service,
Medical College of WI, Aerotek Scientific, Kforce Scientific, VMware, Inc.,
Technicolor, Mayo Clinic, SAFC Pharma, Peace Corp, Teach for America, Pacific
Northwest National Laboratory, Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation
More Info Available at: www.lssaa.wisc.edu/careers/students/fairs.php
NIH Undergraduate Scholarship Program
The National Institutes of Health has an Undergraduate Scholarship Program for
Individuals from Disadvantaged Backgrounds for students who are committed to
pursuing careers in biomedical, behavioral, and social science health-related
research. Up to $20,000 per year scholarship support, paid research training
at the NIH during the summer and after graduation, mentoring and career guidance.
Deadline February 28, 2006. Information and applications at http://ugsp.info.nih.gov.
Other Stuff
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8. See Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.
Summer Opportunities (posted outside 409 Chamberlin)
Schweppe Scholars Program for Biomedical Research- 2006
Students are invited to apply to participate in the Schweppe Scholars Program
for 2006. This program funds 10 weeks of summer biomedical research and living
expenses in the Chicago area Applicants must be current Beloit College students
with a strong interest in biomedical research.
Students should submit their applications to Marion Fass by March 1. In the
letter of application (~2 pages), students should discuss career goals and research
interests. Students should also describe any previous research experience or
a substantial scientific project for a course at Beloit College. Students should
use the internet to find biomedical research scientists at Chicago area universities
(especially, Northwestern, Rush, University of Chicago, Loyola) who are doing
research related to their interests. Evidence of this background research should
be apparent in the essay. Students should not contact their preferred labs now,
but should include a list of at least 3 possible scientist-mentors and their
contact information with the application.
In addition to the written essay, a complete application must include a resume,
a record of college grades, and a letter of recommendation from one science
professor. Please also indicate if you will be able to commute from home or
if you will need to find housing in Chicago.
The Schweppe Program has provided a wonderful opportunity for Beloit students,
but we are not assured of funding for the 2006 program until April. You will
be notified of your acceptance by April 3 contingent upon confirmation of funding.
For more information contact Marion Fass, fassm@beloit.edu.
SUNY Stony Brook
The Center for Environmental Molecular Science and the Mineral Physics Institute
at the State University of New York - Stony Brook are both offering summer NSF-REU
research programs. $3500 stipend, travel up to $600, housing provided. The programs
are open to students majoring in any of the physical sciences who will have
completed at least 60 credits (15 of our units) by this summer and who are interested
in a research career in earth sciences, physics, chemistry, or materials science.
Evaluation of applications begins on their receipt with selection beginning
March 31st. See http://www.cems.stonybrook.edu/Education&Outreach/
and http://www.mpi.stonybrook.edu/SummerScholars/.
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
NASA is seeking undergraduate students from diverse communities who are interested
in a challenging research experience at a NASA center. Ten-week Summer sessions
and fifteen-week Fall sessions will be available. Aligned with NASA's research
and development mission, the USRP program provides students with a technical
mentor and excellent hands-on experience. Students will receive weekly stipends
of $500, plus round-trip travel allowance. The USRP program seeks to extend
and strengthen NASA's commitment to educational excellence and university research.
Applications are available on the USRP website: http://education.nasa.gov/usrp
The application deadline is February 20.
Eligibility:
* Must be classified as a rising junior or senior after Spring 2006
* U.S. Citizenship
* Must be enrolled full-time in an accredited U.S. College or University (community
college students may apply, however placement is contingent on matriculation
into a four-year institution)
* Minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a scale of 4.0
* Eligible fields of study are academic majors or demonstrated coursework or
concentration in engineering, mathematics, computer science or physical/life
science
* Demonstrated strong interest/commitment to one of the above career fields
or disciplines (e.g., science/math/engineering fairs, clubs or awards; tutoring/mentoring,
internships or other related experience).
Chemistry and Biochemistry at South Dakota State University
Six summer NSF REU positions for chemistry and biochemistry students who will
have completed at least their sophomore year. $3400 stipend, travel, housing
subsidy. Deadline March 31. See http://ChemREU.sdstate.edu/.
Solid State Chemistry and Materials Research
NSF summer research program in solid state chemistry and materials starts with
tutorial sessions at the University of Oregon (6/19-6/23), then participants
travel to a university or industrial laboratory of their choice for eight weeks
of research. A final symposium to present results will be back at Oregon (8/18-8/19).
See http://materialscience.uoregon.edu/solidstatechem.html.
This is the program for which George Lisensky has provided tutorial programs
and to which we've sent Beloit students. $3700 plus housing and transportation.
Deadline February 28.
Funding for unpaid or low paid summer internships
Class of 1986 Field Experience Fellowship and Class of 1996 Service Learning
Fellowship Information Session, Wednesday, February 22, 5 pm ˆ 6 pm, FACS
The Class of 1996 Service Learning Fellowship is open to any returning student
who will be participating in an unpaid or low-paying summer internship that
has a substantial community service component. The amount awarded each year
varies, but is usually in the $600 range. This award is typically given to one
student each year. Applications are due Due: Wednesday, March 22 at 4:30pm in
FACS.
The Class of 1986 Field Experience Fellowship is open only to juniors. This
fellowship is also designed for unpaid, or low-paying summer internships. No
community service component is required. The amount available varies each year
but is typically in the range of $1,700. This award may be given to one student
or divided among several depending on the number and type of applications received.
The student must also be returning to Beloit College after the experience.
Come to this information session and hear from students that had fellowships
last summer!
Applications are due Due: Wednesday, March 22 at 4:30pm in FACS.
Transportation Sign-Up Deadline for the Sciences and Life Science Internship
and Career Fair
Friday, February 24, 4:30 pm, FACS (Fair is to be held at University of Wisconsin-Madison
on
February 28).
The Sciences and Life Sciences Career Fair will be a great opportunity for students
with majors in the sciences and life sciences to meet with employers and learn
about sciences companies from across the nation. Begin your job or internship
search, network with employers, or just start researching companies and careers.
Begin planning for a successful future today!
Wisconsin College-To-Work Internship/Scholarship Program Applications
Available NOW!
Work this summer at a Wisconsin company like: Milton Historical Society, Community
Care Organization, Alzheimer‚s Support Center, American Red Cross, Boys
and Girls Club of Janesville, Council for the Performing Arts, Hedberg Public
Library, Rock County Habitat for Humanity and MANY more! All College-to-Work
scholarships include: a 10 week (400 hours educational) summer 2006 internship
opportunity, a scholarship for the 2006-2007 academic year, housing arrangements
(does not cover housing costs), and pay while interning through a stipend or
hourly wage, depending on the organization. Compensation packages average approximately
$5,000 or more. All this, PLUS a GREAT educational experience! Pick up your
application in FACS now! Applications are due in FACS by Monday, February 27
at 4:30 pm.
The following internship is just a sampling of a number of internships being
offered in Wisconsin this summer.
Appleton (formerly Appleton Papers) Appleton, WI
Appleton uses ideas that make a difference to create product solutions through
its development and use of formulations and applications, encapsulation technology,
and specialized and secure print services. Preferred areas of studies are: finance,
accounting, business, marketing, communications, and human resources. http://www.appletonideas.com/
SUMMER JOBS/INTERNSHIPS
Some other Internships newly listed on MonsterTRAK (over 150 added this week!)
Various Summer Camp Jobs (listed in MonsterTRAK and located
in the Summer Camps Binder in FACS)
Immersion Internship in Sustainable Farming, Solon, IA http://www.zjfarms.com/
Paid internship, Xanterra Parks and Resorts, Yellowstone National Park,
http://www.yellowstonejobs.com/
Quality Control Intern, Cedarburg Pharmaceuticals, Cedarburg, WI
Burgundy Center for Wildlife Studies, West Virginia
Idyllwild Arts Summer Program, Idyllwild, CA
OMSI Science Camps, Oregon and Washington, http://www.omsi.edu/employment
Did you know that summer job may qualify as an internship? Come into
FACS to schedule an appointment with a counselor to get more information and
see if your summer job qualifies as an internship that can be registered on
your academic transcript.
Student Research Presentations - ACS Great Lakes Regional Meeting
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Student Affiliates Chapter of the American
Chemical Society will be hosting the Undergraduate and Student Affiliate Program
at the GLRM-06, May 31-June 2, 2006 at Hyatt Regency, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
This event will consist of an undergraduate research poster session, keynote
speakers, various social activities and networking. If you are conducting undergraduate
research in any area of chemistry, please consider submitting an abstract to
share your work as a poster presentation.
To submit an abstract for the poster session, please go to:
http://alchemy.chem.uwm.edu/GLRM06, abstracts, the selected session is "Undergraduate
Poster Session" and appears at the very top of the "session selection"
page of the on-line Abstract submission. The deadline for poster abstract submissions
is March 3, 2006. Please contact Hephzibah Kumpaty(kumpatyh@uww.edu) or chemclub@uww.edu
if you have any questions about the undergraduate poster session.
For After You Graduate
Directory of Graduate Research
The American Chemical Society's Directory of Graduate Research is now available
on-line in a searchable format. A hard copy of this annual publication is also
available in Chamberlin 409. The Directory provides statistical information
about graduate programs in the U.S. and Canada and for each faculty member,
a list of recent publications and grad student thesis titles. Programs covered
include chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, medicinal/pharmaceutical
chemistry, polymer and materials science, marine science, toxicology, and environmental
science. The address is http://chemistry.org/education/DGRweb.
Other Stuff
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8. See Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.
2006-7 Science Course Schedules
Course schedules for science and math courses for the 2006-7 academic year are
being posted in Café Bio - Chamberlin 215. Please check them immediately
for possible conflicts and let the appropriate departments know of any you find.
Now is the time - not after the schedules have gone to press!
Turtle Pancakes
It's time for the annual Turtle Town Volunteer Fire Department Benefit Pancake
Feed - Famous for Whole Hog Sausage. Saturday, February 11th, serving all you
can eat all day at the Turtle Town Hall - home of the Turtle Grange - just north
of Shopiere on County J. See Brock Spencer for directions or a ride. The culinary
and cultural high point of the Town of Turtle's social calendar and a stuff-yourself
student tradition.
Mars Exploration Rover Talk
Steve Squyres, Scientific Principal Investigator for the Mars Exploration Rover
mission, will be receiving the Roy Chapman Andrews Society's Distinguished Explorer
Award. He will give his award talk, "Spirit, Opportunity, and the Exploration
of the Red Planet," at on Friday, February 10th, at 4:30 PM in Eaton Chapel.
Summer Opportunities (posted outside 409 Chamberlin)
Schweppe Scholars Program for Biomedical Research- 2006
Students are invited to apply to participate in the Schweppe Scholars Program
for 2006. This program funds 10 weeks of summer biomedical research and living
expenses in the Chicago area Applicants must be current Beloit College students
with a strong interest in biomedical research.
Students should submit their applications to Marion Fass by March 1. In the
letter of application (~2 pages), students should discuss career goals and research
interests. Students should also describe any previous research experience or
a substantial scientific project for a course at Beloit College. Students should
use the internet to find biomedical research scientists at Chicago area universities
(especially, Northwestern, Rush, University of Chicago, Loyola) who are doing
research related to their interests. Evidence of this background research should
be apparent in the essay. Students should not contact their preferred labs now,
but should include a list of at least 3 possible scientist-mentors and their
contact information with the application.
In addition to the written essay, a complete application must include a resume,
a record of college grades, and a letter of recommendation from one science
professor. Please also indicate if you will be able to commute from home or
if you will need to find housing in Chicago.
The Schweppe Program has provided a wonderful opportunity for Beloit students,
but we are not assured of funding for the 2006 program until April. You will
be notified of your acceptance by April 3 contingent upon confirmation of funding.
For more information contact Marion Fass, fassm@beloit.edu.
NSF Solid State and Materials Chemistry
This is a nine-week summer program in solid state chemistry research for undergraduate
and college faculty, under the direction of a recognized authority in the field.
A stipend plus a housing supplement and travel expenses are paid for all participants
by the NSF program. The program starts with tutorial sessions at the University
of Oregon (6/19–6/23). After the tutorial the participants will travel
to a university or industrial laboratory of their choice for a eight-week research
program, and will then reconvene at the University of Oregon for a final symposium
(8/18–8/19) before the trip home.
College students who are US citizens or permanent residents are eligible to
apply. Priority will be given to undergraduate students who are rising seniors.
Special consideration will be given to individuals from institutions where an
advanced research program in solid state chemistry is unavailable (i.e. Beloit).
We have had Beloit students in this program in the past, and George Lisensky
has given opening lectures during the first week of the program a number of
years. Application deadline is February 28th. To apply see http://materialscience.uoregon.edu/solidstatechem.html.
The Center for Computational Chemistry at the University of Georgia
has a summer research program for current juniors majoring in chemistry, physics
and math majors who will have completed one course in physical chemistry (molecular
visualization or thermo/kinetics; quantum physics). $2000/month stipend plus
$400 travel allowance. Deadline March 1st. See http://www.ccc.uga.edu/summer.
Rapid Prototyping Summer Research
(See Rama Viswanathan for an example of the small peptide he constructed using
this process in a workshop at MSOE -- very neat stuff!)
Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE), in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is seeking
undergraduate students to participate in an innovative research program that
focuses on rapid prototyping applications in the aerospace, architectural, biomedical,
biomolecular, manufacturing and electronics industries. Students from engineering,
computer science and science-based curriculums such as biology, physics, chemistry
majors, etc. should be encouraged to apply.
Rapid prototyping is an automated fabrication process allowing objects to be
created from a computer model without the need for molds, presses or machining.
Rapid prototyping systems slice 3-D computer models into thin cross sections
and use this data to control the placement of solid material. The process is
repeated for each cross section, and the object is built up one layer at a time.
The MSOE Rapid Prototyping Center has five state-of-the-art rapid prototyping
machines, each capable of a different process.
Each student works closely with a faculty advisor with expertise in a particular
research area. Students explore research topics through library and Internet
research, field trips, problem solving with advisors, teammates and other resources,
poster sessions, group discussions, research documentation, attendance at a
Rapid Prototyping Consortium meeting, learning new software, making presentations,
building models, designing and completing experiments, and writing research
papers. We strive to provide opportunities for students to learn about rapid
prototyping, research methodology, and enhance their communication skills.
Eligibility: To be considered students must have completed their sophomore year
of an engineering, pre-engineering, computer science or science-based curriculum;
be enrolled in a university for the fall term; and be a full-time student with
a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or greater. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent
residents of the United States. Women, minorities and individuals with disabilities
are encouraged to apply. No experience in rapid prototyping is required.
To apply sent the following information to Ann Bloor, MSOE, 1025 N. Broadway,
Milwaukee, WI 53202:
1. One-page cover letter
2. One-page resume
3. One-page statement indicating your interest in rapid prototyping & undergraduate
research, & why you should be selected as a participant
4. Three letters of reference (at least two from previous or current faculty)
5. University transcripts from each university attended.
Applications are due by Friday, March 3, 2006. Only complete applications will
be reviewed.
Program dates are June 4 through August 12, 2006. All participants receive a
$3,500.00 stipend, on-campus room & board and a travel allowance. Visit
our website at http://www.msoe.edu/reu
for more information on this exciting program. This REU program is funded by
the National Science Foundation.
Computational Biology Summer Research
An NIH-NSF Bioengineering and Bioinformatics Summer Institute offered jointly
by the University of Pittsburgh, Duquesne University, the Pittsburgh Supercomputing
Center, and Carnegie Mellon University. Interdisciplinary lectures and mentored
state-of-the-art research for current sophomores and juniors in the life sciences,
mathematics, engineering, and computer science. $3000 stipend, free accommodations.
Apply online by March 12 at http://www.ccbb.pitt.edu/bbsi.
Colorado State Program for Minority Undergraduates in the Biomedical Sciences
The Institute of Digestive, Diabetes, and Kidney Diseases at the National Institutes
of Health is supporting summer research at Colorado State University for minority
undergraduates interested in careers in biomedical research. $3500 stipend and
travel up to $1000. Deadline February 27. See http://www.biology.colostate.edu/undergraduate/summerresearch.html.
For After You Graduate
Graduate and Professional School Information (filed in 409
Chamberlin)
Wayne State University - Cancer Biology
Other Stuff
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8. See Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.
Summer Opportunities (posted outside 409 Chamberlin)
University of Pittsburgh - Department of Chemistry
NSF REU summer research program in all areas of the chemical sciences. See http://www.chem.pitt.edu/ugrad/reu/index.html
for details. $4000 stipend, free housing, $200 food allowance. Deadline March
1st.
NSF REU Program in Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology at Dartmouth College
The program is funded by the NSF Research Experience for Undergraduates program
and the Department of Defense ASSURE program to support ten physics, engineering,
and chemistry students to participate in current research at the Center for
Nanomaterials Research at Dartmouth. Additional application forms and further
details about the program are available on-line at http://engineering.dartmouth.edu/other/nanomaterials/reu2006/reu2006.shtml.
$3000 stipend, $1000 meal allowance, $700 travel allowance, paid college housing.
Deadline March 13th.
University of Southern California- Department of Chemistry
NSF REU program for current sophomores and juniors with research in chemistry,
biochemistry, and nanoscience. $2500 stipend for 8 weeks, travel, meals, housing,
and medical coverage. Deadline March 1st. "A limited number of openings
are available to U.S. and international students [looks like they may have other
funding in addition to NSF!]." Apply at http://chem.usc.edu/undergraduate/summer_prog.html.
We have had a Beloit student in a summer program at USC in the past.
Summer Interns, Paid, The Wisconsin Area Health Education Centers (AHEC),
several Wisconsin Locations
Currently accepting student applications for the 2006 Statewide Community Health
Internship Program (CHIP). This program links undergraduate and graduate student
interns with local health departments throughout the state to address a variety
of public health issues. Projects vary widely to suit interns‚ interests
and abilities. Interns work full time (35-40 hours per week) throughout the
8-week program (June 5 - –July 28) and receive a $2,400 stipend. Applicants
should have an interest in public health but need not have academic training
in the health sciences. Applications are available at http://www.ahec.wisc.edu/
Summer Interns, Paid, Whitefish Dunes State Park and Potawotami State Park,
Door County, WI
$1000 stipend and housing provided. Biology and Naturalist Interns for Whitefish
Dunes State Park and Naturalist Intern for Potawotami State Park. Check MonsterTRAK
for details. The schedule can be flexible that will allow interns the ability
to seek outside employment with local businesses. Internship dates are approximately
May 24, 2006 to September 3, 2006. To apply send letter of interest and resume
to the park by April 14th. For more information, contact Carolyn Rock at Whitefish
Dunes State Park, 3275 Clark Lake Road, Sturgeon Bay WI 54235, phone: 920-823-2400,
email: carolyn.rock@dnr.state.wi.us
Summer Collections Intern, Paid, Wisconsin Maritime Museum, Manitowoc,
WI
The Collections Intern will work directly with the Registrar/Collections Manager
and work both with the Museum‚s artifact and archival collections. Qualifications:
Preference will be given to candidates who express a desire to pursue a career
in museums, archives, or a closely related field, and who are enrolled in a
related academic program. Some previous experience in museums, archives, or
a related field is desired.
Compensation is $7.00 per hour for up to 250 hours of paid work; start date
and work schedule are flexible.
Please send cover letter, resume, and references by February 24, 2006 to: Cristin
Waterbury, Wisconsin Maritime Museum, 75 Maritime Drive, Manitowoc, WI 54220;
or via email to waterbury@wisconsinmaritime.org
Temporary Summer Positions - Water Quality and Chemistry
North Dakota Department of Health
Starting Salary Range: $7.50 to $9.00 per hour dependent on education and work
experience
Location: Bismarck, ND
Position Number: 301-Temp
Divisions: Water Quality and Chemistry
The North Dakota Department of Health has a variety of summer employment opportunities
available. Individuals should be enrolled in a college or university and possess
a desire for a career in chemistry, the environmental sciences, or in natural
resource management with coursework in chemistry, biology, geology, engineering
or other related physical or natural science. Summer employment with the Health
Department offers individuals the opportunity to gain degree-related work experience.
Surface Water Quality Management Program
One temporary employment opportunity is being offered in the Surface Water Quality
Management Program. Job responsibilities include a wide variety of water quality
and biological monitoring activities. These activities include: (1) water quality
sampling from lakes, wetlands, and streams across the state; (2) sampling of
aquatic biota including fish, macroinvertebrates, and algae using nets, electrofishing
gear and other related equipment; and (3) collection and sample preparation
of fish for tissue analysis. The position will also include some office and
laboratory work, including entering data in various water quality databases,
cleaning and maintaining field equipment and the preparation and preservation
of samples for laboratory analysis.
Ground Water Quality Protection Program
The primary responsibility of the one temporary position will be to collect
water quality samples from wells, lakes, rivers and other water sources in North
Dakota as part of the statewide ambient water quality assessment program. The
position will also include some office work, including entering data in various
water quality databases and cleaning and maintaining field equipment.
Chemistry
The Division of Chemistry has three summer temporary positions. Duties include
the preparation of fish tissue, sediments, vegetation and water samples using
techniques such as liquid/liquid extractions, liquid/solid extractions, solid
phase extractions, and automated techniques. Following established protocols
and standard operating procedures, samples are analyzed for trace metals, nutrients,
pesticide residues, synthetic organic compounds and element specific parameters.
The laboratory complies with EPA, FDA, ASTM, and AOAC standards and methodologies.
The students will be exposed to modern analytical instrumental techniques such
as atomic spectroscopy, colorimetry, and gas, liquid, and gel permeation chromatography.
They will gain beneficial experience by working in a state of the art laboratory.
Completion of one year of college chemistry and calculus is required and preference
will be given to students majoring in Chemistry.
Comments:
All of the positions will be based in Bismarck, however, considerable travel,
with overnight stays, will be required of the positions hired to work in the
surface water or ground water programs. Transportation and per diem reimbursement
will be provided by the department. A good driving record with a valid driverís
license is required. Experience with four-wheel drive vehicles, boats, computers
(Arcview, Office), GPS and maintenance of related equipment helpful. All positions
require computer and data management capabilities.
Application Procedures:
If you are interested in one of the above positions, please submit a State of
North Dakota Application for Employment Form (SFN 10950) along with a college
transcript to the North Dakota Department of Health, Human Resources Office,
600 East Boulevard Avenue, Dept. 301, Bismarck, ND 58505-0200, phone number
701.328.2392. Indicate on the application form which position(s) you are applying
for. Application forms may be obtained at the Health Department, any North Dakota
Job Service Office or a North Dakota college or university counseling center.
Applications may also be downloaded from the Health Department website http://www.health.state.nd.us/HumanResources/.
Applications must be received or postmarked by February 17, 2006.
Other Stuff
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8. mSee Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.
Summer Opportunities (posted outside 409 Chamberlin)
Synchrotron Radiation Center - Madison
The Synchrotron Radiation Center (SRC) at the University of Wisconsin - Madison,
funded by the National Science Foundation, is offering a summer research opportunity
for undergraduates. The Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program
runs for 9.5 weeks from May 31 to August 5, 2006. Participants will work with
a mentor, graduate students and SRC scientists in the design, implementation
and completion of a research project. The experience culminates with the writing
of a scientific paper and presentation at a research seminar at SRC. Participants
will receive a stipend of $4,000 in addition to a travel allowance to and from
Madison, housing, health insurance (if needed), transportation to SRC (in Stoughton,
10 miles south of Madison), and a partial food allowance.
Projects from last year included:
1) The effects of VUV and UV exposure on the surface charge of SiO2
2) Interactions Between Atoms and Photons
3) Spectromicroscopic Analysis of the Organic and Mineral Components in Nacre.
4) Beam Break-up and Phase Advance in Recirculating Linacs
5) A Study into the Feasibility of Mounting AFM Tips and Fretting Wear Styli
for Viewing in a Photoemission Electron Microscope (PEEM)
The SRC uses an electron storage ring to provide synchrotron light as a tool
for doing scientific research. For more information including eligibility requirements
and abstracts of previous projects please visit our website at http://www.src.wisc.edu/
The deadline for applying to the program is March 1st, 2006.
Roswell Park Cancer Center
Summer Research Internships for Juniors, Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Paid
and includes housing, Conduct research in molecular-cellular biology, genetics,
immunology, biophysics, biochemistry, pharmacology or bioinformatics. Part of
the National Science Foundation - REU (Research Experiences for Undergraduates)
program site. Apply online at http://www.roswellpark.org/summer
Deadline date is February 1st.
International NSF REU Opportunity in Austria
The Chemistry Department at Syracuse University (where we have a Beloit chemistry
alumnus on the faculty) has a program for eight American undergraduates to do
research at the Technical University of Graz in Austria. Students with a serious
interest in chemistry and prior research experience are eligible to apply -
including graduating seniors. $3200 stipend, airfare, and housing provided.
Research in inorganic, physical, polymer, organic, surface, and organometallic
chemistry, solid-state science, chemical physics, materials science, x-ray diffraction,
etc. February 15th deadline. See http://chemistry.syr.edu/ires/.
Virginia Tech NSF REU
The Macromolecular Interfaces Institute at Virginia Tech is looking for current
sophomore and juniors in the sciences and engineering for a 12-week summer research
program with a $5850 stipend. Last year there were 31 students who participated
in the program - we' ve had a Beloit student here in the past. The deadline
is March 10th. See http://www.chem.vt.edu/chem-dept/NSF/STCweb1/.
Trees For Tomorrow, Eagle River, WI
Summer Internship, Outreach Naturalist position with Trees for Tomorrow, paid
$700/month plus room and board. Located in northern Wisconsin. Must be a current
junior and the application due date is March 24th. Conduct various naturalist
programs, create advertising, work on and implement new programs throughout
the summer. Send resume, cover letter and references to: Rob Wiener, Trees for
Tomorrow, PO Box 609, Eagle River, WI 54521. ph 715 479-1759, email rob@treesfortomorrow.com.Check
monsterTRAK for more information or visit http://www.TreesForTomorrow.com
Other internship opportunities to check with FACS:
Community Health education Intern, Broadway House for Continuing
Care, Newark, NJ
Economic Analysis Intern, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington,
DC
Graphic Design Intern, Harvest One Media, Boonton, NJ
Human Resources Intern, American Lung Association, New York,
NY
Biotechnology Interns, Zymogenetics, Inc., Seattle, WA
Curatorial Intern, Paul Revere Memorial Association, Boston,
MA
Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth - Teaching Opportunity
For over 25 years, JHU's CTY has been offering intensive course work to academically
talented pre-collegiate students. Students who attend are between 8 and 16 years
old, and take rigorous courses in mathematics, science, computer science, humanities,
and writing. CTY offers valuable professional opportunities to undergraduate
students. For undergraduates without previous teaching experience, our instructional
assistant position offers the opportunity to gain practice in a closely supervised
and supportive setting. Working with one instructor and a small number of highly
motivated students, instructional assistants observe effective teaching strategies,
coach students individually, comment on student writing, and even present a
lesson or two themselves. Information about this program is available at http://www.cty.jhu.edu/summer/employment.
If you have questions, feel free to contact us by sending an e-mail to ctysummer@jhu.edu
or by calling 410-735-6185.
Minnesota Chromatography Forum Undergraduate Research Award
The Minnesota Chromatography Forum Undergraduate Research Award is designed
to encourage undergraduate students to become involved in scientific research.
Undergraduate students submit proposals for short research projects (e.g., a
6 week project) in which chromatography or some other separation technique plays
an important role. A panel of judges reviews the proposals and the student submitting
the best proposal is awarded at least $4,000. The grant money goes directly
to the student for use as a stipend and for the purchase of equipment/supplies.
The MCF expects the winner to present his/her research results at the 2007 MCF
Spring Symposium. Am I eligible? (Or do I know someone who is?) Any undergraduate
student who is enrolled at a college, university or technical institute and
has the support of an advisor in the design and implementation of the project.
How do I receive information? Get the official rules posted outside 409 Chamberlin
or contact Paul Jackson, Ph.D.: 507-646-3404 (phone) or 507-646-3968 (FAX),
or jackson@stolaf.edu (e-mail).
American Chemical Society Great Lakes Regional Meeting - Undergraduate Program
The 37th ACS Great Lakes Regional Meeting (GLRM06) will be held in Milwaukee
from May 31, 2006 to June 2, 2006. A special Undergraduate Program is scheduled
for Thursday, June 1, organized by the U. Wisconsin-Whitewater. This program
will include a Kick-off Pizza luncheon, a series of invited speakers, an undergraduate
research poster session, and an evening of social networking at the Milwaukee
"Safe House" (www.safe-house.com).
On-line abstract submissions (http://acs.confex.com/acs/glrm06/cfp.cgi)
are sought from undergraduate and graduate students, professional industrial,
government, and academic chemists in all areas of chemistry. Please specify
your preference for oral or poster presentation. THE DEADLINE FOR ON-LINE ABSTRACT
SUBMISSION IS FRIDAY, MARCH 3, 2006.
[Note: A Norris Fellowship could cover expenses to present an undergraduate
research poster here.]
From Mountain to Fjord - Geology and Ecology of Western Norway
International one semester program (August - December) taught in English at
Sogn og Fjordane University College (HSF) in western Norway [where Laura Parmentier
is now on her sabbatical leave]. This program is ideal for Beloit College students
in the natural sciences (with emphasis in geology, biology, and environmental
studies) who are interested in an interdisciplinary, experiential, international
opportunity in a fantastically beautiful part of the world.
"From Mountain to Fjord" is an interdisciplinary course with a main
focus on the geology and ecology of western Norway. The course is taught at
the Sogndal location of the Faculty of Engineering and Science that in addition
offers Bachelor programmes within the fields of resource geology, landscape
planning and aquaculture. The program is taught in English, and there is a highly
recommended course in Norwegian language and culture offered in August before
the program begins.
The Faculty is located at the shores of the Sogndalsfjord, a tributary of the
famous Sognefjord in Western Norway. The area spans across a variety of ecosystems
over very short distances ranging from alpine through lowland into the marine
fjord environment. This landscape offers a unique natural laboratory for fieldwork
and research.
The Sogn og Fjordane University College (HSF) is one of 26 state run university
colleges in Norway, and is situated in the western part of Norway. The university
college offers a wide range of studies and has approximately 2500 students and
230 members of staff located at six different faculties. For the past two years,
the HSF University College has been one of the top ranked national institutions
and it has won favour among students for its small, intimate locations, high
academic standards, close relations between student and staff and vibrant student
life.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Students who apply for the "From Mountain to Fjord"
course should document at least 90ects credits, i.e. 1.5 years of academic study,
at the time of their application. Credits should have been gained within the
fields of biology, earth sciences, ecology, environmental sciences, geology
or physical geography. The number of students is limited to 24, and student
admission will be ranged according to relevance of the field of study and number
of credits gained in this field at the time of application.
For further information, contact Laura Parmentier (parmentr@beloit.edu), who
highly recommends the program.
Other Stuff
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8. See Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.
Talks on Energy Policy
Dr. Eugene Zeltmann, a Beloit College chemistry alum and President
and CEO of the New York Power Authority (http://www.nypa.gov/about/officers/Zeltmann.htm)
will visit the College on Thursday, January 19th. You are encouraged to join
him at the following times:
CHEM240: Thermodynamics and Kinetics class at 2:00 p.m. in CHAM 409 to discuss
energy issues and work done by EPRI.
A public presentation "Energy Deregulation: Its Recent Past and Future
Prospects" at 3:00 PM in Richardson Auditorium of MI, followed by a reception
and informal discussion with Dr. Zeltmann in the Fireplace Lounge upstairs in
MI.Student
Research Fellowships in Chemistry
Have you done some research that you would like to present at a national or
regional meeting? Are you thinking about doing a research project on campus
this semester: continuation of work you started elsewhere, something new you
would like to start up, or a project in conjunction with a Beloit faculty member's
research? We have funds to support all of these activities.
We now have three student Research Fellowship funds in chemistry in memory of
alumni David Norris '92, Ed Stevens '78, and Kenneth Kemmerer '30. The purpose
of these Fellowships is to encourage and support chemistry-related undergraduate
research by providing funds for research expenses and/or travel to present research
results. Research that draws connections between chemistry and other fields
in the sciences and beyond is encouraged, and student interest in and capability
for benefiting from the research experience will be of primary consideration
in making the awards.
Proposals for research support or for support to present research results at
a regional or national meeting may be submitted at any time. For example, you
may be registering for a Special Project now, or you may want to continue your
prior research and/or present it at a professional meeting. If you are planning
a research project or a research presentation and would like to be considered
for support, please submit a proposal (a brief description of the project or
presentation along with a budget) to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu).
Summer Opportunities (posted outside 409 Chamberlin)
The University of Oregon has a summer NSF REU research program
in materials science for chemistry and physics majors. $3600 stipend, room,
board, and travel to Oregon provided. Deadline February 15th. We have had Beloit
students in this program before. See http://materialscience.uoregon.edu/Undergraduate/reu/reu.htm
Other Stuff
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8. See Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.
Summer Opportunities (posted outside 409 Chamberlin)
If you haven't started yet, now is the time to line up something interesting
to do next summer. Check out the postings outside 409 Chamberlin, including
the ACS 2006 Directory of Experience Opportunities, and talk with faculty
and FACS. Check the back issues of this newsletter (on the Chemistry Department
home page) for other suggestions, and take a look at the National Science Foundation
Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) web page at http://www.nsf.gov/crssprgm/reu/reu_search.cfm.
Almost all programs will take current juniors, many will take current sophomores,
and some will take first year students. They can't hire you if you don't apply!
Many deadlines are February 1st or 15th; some are in March.
Center for Materials Research at Dartmouth College
NSF REU and Department of Defense ASSURE site for 10 physics, chemistry, and
engineering students. Nine weeks, $3000 stipend, housing, food allowance and
travel provided. research in nanomaterials and nanotechnology. See http://engineering.dartmouth.edu/other/nanomaterials.
Oceanography at Rhode Island
Oceanographic research on the shores of Narragansett Bay for 12 current sophomore
and junior chemistry, geology, physics, mathematics, and engineering students.
$400/week stipend and housing provided. A Beloit chemistry major who completed
this program went on to graduate school in oceanography in Oregon. Deadline
March 15th. See http://espo.gso.uri.edu/~surfo.
IBM Almaden Research Center and San Jose State University, San Jose,
California
Analysis, Fabrication & Engineering of Surfaces and Materials in Information
Technology
This is an announcement of an academic/industrial summer undergraduate research
program involving IBM's Almaden Research Center and San Jose State University.
This National Science Foundation REU provides students the opportunity to do
publishable research in chemistry, chemical engineering and materials science
in areas relevant to information technology. Research areas include organic
and polymer synthesis, materials characterization, thin film technology, surface
structures, computational chemistry, biomaterials applications, microscopy,
photolithography and nanoparticle assembly. Participants experience first hand
the interdisciplinary, team oriented nature of research in these areas and are
exposed to an environment that leads to technology development. Detailed program
and application information can be found on the web at: http://www.almaden.ibm.com/st/info/studentopps/nsfstudent/nsfa2006.htm
Requirements: Undergraduate standing, with preferably two years of chemistry.
Requirements vary by project. Preference is given to chemistry, chemical engineering,
and materials science majors but outstanding candidates in technical majors
in related areas of science or engineering are invited to apply. Applications
are especially encouraged from students at primarily undergraduate institutions
and from students who are members of groups underrepresented in science and
technology. Participants must be citizens or permanent legal residents of the
US.
Duration: 10 consecutive weeks, beginning June 5, 2006 (or later to accommodate
academic schedule). Stipend: $4000 for 10 weeks. Non-local participants are
housed in SJSU housing free of charge and are eligible for partial reimbursement
of travel expenses.
Application forms may be downloaded from http://www.almaden.ibm.com/st/info/studentopps/nsfstudent/NSFapplic.
Application Deadline: February 3, 2006. Awards will be made on or before April
3, 2006.
Fellowship in Science, Technology, and Global Security
The 2006 Rieser Fellowship in Science, Technology, and Global Security through
the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists is to provide support for 3-5 students
to pursue projects that explore emerging or critical issues at the intersection
of science, global security, and public policy. All undergraduate students studying
at U.S. colleges and universities are eligible. The $2500-$5000 fellowships
can be used in a variety of ways over the course of the year from providing
support for an otherwise unpaid internship to travel and expenses to carry out
research or present the results at a professional meeting. Deadline March 10.
See the Bulletin's web site at http://www.thebulletin.org/about_us/Rieser_fellowship.htm.
Chemistry Information Links
Chris Nelson at the College Library has set up a site of useful chemistry information
links and welcomes suggestions for additional links. See http://www.beloit.edu/library/chemistry.htm
Science Journalism Class
John Morgan is offering a course in science journalism at Beloit this spring
semester (Journalism 301.2). The course should serve as a great survey of science
journalism and those students whose home departments are in Chamberlin, anthropology/archaeology,
psychology and other science-rooted areas looking to explore a possible career
path are welcome and encouraged to join in as well. No prerequisite is listed,
and no prior experience with journalism required whatsoever. However, the course
will include weekly writing assignments and regular but not overwhelming readings
of both examples of science writing in the media and course texts. As such,
the course will march to a steady and moderate workload beat throughout and
with no major peaks planned. Also scheduled are visits by practicing science
writers and editors to give perspective on the field and writing workshop days
to do some collaborative writing and writing coaching. I hope the course will
be a very enjoyable experience with journalism under the auspices of writing
about science.
New Math Course
MATH 270 02 Topics in Mathematics: The Mathematics Behind "Numb3rs"
0.25 unit time TBA P. Campbell
``We all use math every day: to predict the weather, to tell time, to handle
money. Math is more than formulas and equations. It's logic, it's rationality,
it's using your mind to solve the biggest mysteries we know." Every episode
of Numb3rs, arguably the smartest show now on TV (and not just because of the
math), begins with this "public service announcement" on behalf of
mathematics. This top-30 television series features a mathematics professor
as its main character, who solves crimes with some help from advanced mathematics.
Mathematical topics in past episodes include vector fields, tree pruning, cryptosystems,
Farey fractions, random-number generators, Bayesian analysis, image processing,
Fourier analysis, Markov processes, Prisoners' Dilemma, graph theory, percolation
theory, and steganography.
In this seminar course we investigate the mathematics behind current (and some
past) episodes. Course requirements include viewing the current episode, live
(Fridays 9-10 P.M.) or recorded, in time for class; taking notes on the references
to mathematical concepts; and taking turns researching and presenting a topic,
with help from the instructor on how to find and understand readable exposition
in mathematics.
Science Fair Judges
Marilyn Maurizzi is looking for students interested in judging a science fair
at Brother Dutton school in Beloit. She needs several students in afternoon
or evening on Tuesday Jan 31 and/or During the day on Feb. 1st. Phone # Day--364-2825
evening-364-0094 cell-2890067
Other Stuff
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8. See Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.
ACS Women Chemists Committee Travel Awards
The Eli Lily & Company sponsors a program to provide funding for undergraduate,
graduate, and postdoctoral women chemists to travel to scientific meetings to
present results of their research. Grants may be applied to registration, travel,
and accommodations for meetings within the US. Priority is given to women making
their first presentation (regardless of format) at a national or major meeting.
The application deadline is February 1, 2006 for meetings between July 1 and
December 31, 2006. See http://membership.acs.org/W/WCC/travap00.pdf.
Summer Opportunities (posted outside 409 Chamberlin)
If you haven't started yet, now is the time to line up something interesting
to do next summer. Check out the postings outside 409 Chamberlin, including
the ACS 2006 Directory of Experience Opportunities, and talk with faculty and
FACS. Check the back issues of this newsletter (on the Chemistry Department
home page) for other suggestions, and take a look at the National Science Foundation
Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) web page at http://www.nsf.gov/crssprgm/reu/reu_search.cfm.
Almost all programs will take current juniors, many will take current sophomores,
and some will take first year students. They can't hire you if you don't apply!
Many deadlines are February 1st or 15th; some are in March.
Computational Materials Science at Iowa State
Iowa State University has an NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates program
for research with faculty in chemistry, chemical engineering, physics, and mathematics
on the theme of Computational Materials Science, with both experimental and
theoretical projects available. $4000 stipend plus on-campus housing and board.
Open to all levels. They will start reviewing applications February 1, 2006.
For information see http://www.chem.iastate.edu/reu/.
Drug Discovery Research at Northwestern
Northwestern University has a summer Drug Discovery Academic Research Experience
(DARE) program to participate in research in their Center for Drug Discovery
and Chemical Biology. They are interested in students from a variety of quantitative
and physical disciplines such as mathematics, physics, biochemistry, chemistry,
engineering, and computer science, with a interest in graduate work in the life
sciences. $1600/month stipend from an NIH training grant. Deadline for applications
is January 10, 2006. For more information and applications see http://www.northwestern.edu/research/cddcb.
Nuclear and Radiochemistry Summer School
Dear Colleague:
I am writing to request your assistance in identifying outstanding undergraduates
who might be interested in, and qualified for, the American Chemical Society's
Summer School in Nuclear and Radiochemistry. As you probably know, we seek curious
and highly motivated students with strong science backgrounds. If selected,
these students receive an all-expense paid opportunity to complete a 6 week
summer course in Nuclear and Radiochemistry in either CA (San Jose State University)
or NY (Brookhaven National Laboratory). They also earn 6 hours (tuition paid)
of undergraduate chemistry credit through either San Jose State University or
SUNY-Stony Brook. The program also provides a $3000 stipend for each student.
There are a total of 24 slots available; in recent years these slots have been
filled from an applicant pool of 80-90 students.
Attached to this message you should find an announcement for the Summer Schools
that can be posted. It describes the application procedure and the background
we hope applicants will have when applying. This information, and downloadable
application and personal reference forms, can also be found on the web at the
following URL: http://www.cofc.edu/~nuclear/nukess.html
The deadline for applications is February 1, 2006. Please encourage your students
to consider this unique opportunity! If you or your students have any questions,
please do not hesitate to contact me (nuclear@mail.wsu.edu).
Sincerely,
Ken Nash
National Director, 2004-2006
Chemistry at Stony Brook University - NY
NSF-REU program in chemistry for next summer. Biological, Inorganic, Materials,
Nuclear, Organic, Computational, Polymer Chemistry; Chemical Physics. $3300
stipend, on-campus housing allowance for food and travel. Rolling admissions
starts February 15th. See http://www.sunysb.edu/ureca/chemistryreu.htm.
Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign
* Phase change materials for data storage
* Design, fabrication and instrumentation of MEMS based nanocalorimetry
* Self-assembly of colloidal crystals for chemical sensors and waveguides
* Mechanically missed layers and wear resistance of metallic alloys during dry
sliding friction
* Intracellular drug delivery
http://www.mse.uiuc.edu/REU.html
and http://www.mcc.uiuc.edu/activities/reu/
February 13th deadline for rolling admissions. Open to current sophomores and
juniors.
For After You Graduate
Graduate and Professional School Information (filed in 409
Chamberlin)
Medical University of South Carolina - A variety of biomedical departments
Other Stuff
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8. See Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.
Chemistry and Biochemistry Holiday Party
The end of the semester is near. Chemistry and Biochemistry are having a Holiday
Party to celebrate. Please join us at Kathleen Mandell's house December 17 from
6 to 8 pm to enjoy good food and celebration. Better yet, good company! Rides
will be provided. A sign-up sheet for rides is posted on the Chem Seminar door.
Or you can walk. We look forward to seeing you.
Summer Opportunities (posted outside 409 Chamberlin)
Over the break between semesters is the perfect time to work on lining up something
interesting to do next summer. Before you leave campus, check out the postings
outside 409 Chamberlin, including the ACS 2006 Directory of Experience Opportunities,
and talk with faculty and FACS. Check the back issues of this newsletter (on
the Chemistry Department home page) for other suggestions, and take a look at
the National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU)
web page at http://www.nsf.gov/crssprgm/reu/reu_search.cfm.
Almost all programs will take current juniors, many will take current sophomores,
and some will take first year students. They can't hire you if you don't apply!
2006 Summer Biomedical Intern Program Announcement
Applications are being accepted for the 2006 Summer Research Internship programs
at Marshfield Clinic Research Foundation. Since 1964, Marshfield Clinic Research
Foundation has provided laboratory-based research experiences for undergraduate
students majoring in biomedical sciences. The primary goal of the internship
is to provide a "hands-on" research experience for college undergraduates,
serving as a catalyst to encourage them to pursue careers in biomedical research
or health care. The experience is targeted towards students who will have completed
2-4 years of university study and have a firm science background, preferably
with at least four semesters of science courses. Interns will work with a research
scientist and his/her team on an independent project that is part of a larger
research endeavor. Interns receive $7.50/hr for the 12-week experience. Apartment
housing is available at no charge.
Program Dates May 22 - August 11, 2006
Application Deadline January 31, 2006
For additional information and application materials, please visit
http://www.marshfieldclinic.org/visitors/pages/default.aspx?page=educational_opportunities
Or Contact:
Steve Kaiser
Marshfield Clinic Research Foundation
Summer Research Internship Program
1000 North Oak Avenue
Marshfield, WI 54449-5777
1-800-782-8581 ext. 9-7641
E-mail: Kaiser.steven@marshfieldclinic.org
[This is an excellent program that has accepted Beloit College students in the
past.]
Medical University of South Carolina - Summer Undergraduate Research
Program
10-week research positions in a wide variety of departments in the biomedical
sciences for students considering graduate work in the basic sciences. Funding
is available by extrarmural training grants and by departments and individual
mentors, which suggests that positions may be available for international students
as well as US citizens. Academic credit is available in addition to a stipend
of no less than $3000. Deadline is February 1, 2006. See http://www.musc.edu/grad/surp.
For After You Graduate
Graduate and Professional School Information (filed in 409
Chamberlin)
Medical University of South Carolina - A variety of biomedical departments
Other Stuff
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8. See Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.
Summer Opportunities (posted outside 409 Chamberlin)
Over the break between semesters is the perfect time to work on lining up something
interesting to do next summer. Before you leave campus, check out the postings
outside 409 Chamberlin, including the ACS 2006 Directory of Experience Opportunities,
and talk with faculty and FACS. Check the back issues of this newsletter (on
the Chemistry Department home page) for other suggestions, and take a look at
the National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates
(REU) web page at http://www.nsf.gov/crssprgm/reu/reu_search.cfm.
Almost all programs will take current juniors, many will take current sophomores,
and some will take first year students. They can't hire you if you don't apply!
Clemson University Summer Undergraduate Research Program
The Chemistry Department at Clemson will support 9 students with National Science
Foundation funds and at least 10 additional students with other funds (which
means it may be open to international students) this coming summer. They have
a target of at least 60% females in the program, which is open to current sophomores
and juniors (although someone completing Organic Chemistry in the first year
could look like a sophomore). Research is available in all areas of chemistry,
including chemical education, with particular emphasis on the chemistry of advanced
materials and of biological systems. $3500 stipend, free university housing,
partial travel support. Deadline March 10th. See http://chemistry.clemson.edu/undergraduate/SURP/index.htm.
Germany Research Internships in Science and Engineering
Do research in Germany next summer. Kristen Block '06 was there doing biology
research last summer, and Amanda Drennan '05 and Jacob Horger '05 where there
doing chemistry research the summer before. Research internships are available
in biology, chemistry, earth science, physics, and engineering. This program
is open to current sophomores and juniors. German language experience is not
required, since work is generally in English, but would be useful for experiences
outside of work. DAAD will provide a monthly scholarship of Euro 615 for a period
of 6 weeks to 3 months (pro-rated depending on length of stay) between June
and August 2006. DAAD will also provide health insurance and accident and personal/private
liability insurance. The host institution will assist the intern in finding
reasonably-priced housing for the duration of the internship. The scholarship
will not cover international travel costs. DAAD will organize a three-day meeting
of RISE scholars to offer an opportunity for discussion and networking and to
meet representatives from major German companies. Site visits at one or more
sponsoring companies are also planned.
If you are interested in participating in the RISE program in summer 2006, please
register online. (See http://www.daad.de/rise/en/1.html).
This will enable you to access the internship offers which have been submitted
by German PhD students. Application is possible from December 5 onwards. You
may apply for up to 3 internships. The application deadline is February 1, 2006
(receipt date). You will be notified by the beginning of March 2006 whether
or not your application has been successful.
Wingspread Conferences
The Wingspread Conferences at their conference center in Racine offer an unusual
opportunity for a few undergraduates from area colleges to participate fully
in small, focused, action-oriented groups that include leaders in their field.
Students who have participate in them have generally found them both interesting
and valuable as a source of contacts for later work or study. Travel, food,
and lodging are provided. If you are interested, talk to Brock Spencer.
Upcoming conferences include:
Strengthening Science Under a Renewed Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement
Statement of Purpose: To design institutional and governance structures to implement
the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement, which is about to be reviewed and possibly
revised.
This conference was developed to: Improve management of the Great Lakes ecosystem.
The principal issue is: Great Lakes management.
Synopsis: This conference examines how the science of Great Lakes management
is best incorporated into a new or revised institutional and governance framework
in anticipation of a revised Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement between the
US and Canada.
Outcome: New governance structures for Great Lakes management.
Dates: January 24-26, 2006 (Tuesday - Thursday)– begins at 3:00 p.m.,
adjourns at 12:15 p.m.
Building a Federation for Engagement
Statement of Purpose: To explore cooperative strategies to deepen, consolidate,
and advance the field, literature, research, practice, policy, and advocacy
of higher education and civic engagement.
The principal issue is: Higher education and civic engagement.
Synopsis: Conferees will explore opportunities for collaboration across different
types of organizations and institutions committed to civic engagement and will
identify potential mechanisms to facilitate that collaboration. This conversation
is particularly important in light of the demise of the American Association
for Higher Education, which had been the key convener of these organizations.
Co-Sponsors: Campus Compact, Community-Campus Partnerships for Health, National
Review Board for the Scholarship of Engagement, National Service-Learning Clearinghouse,
Ohio State University Extension Services, University of Georgia, and The Johnson
Foundation.
Dates: February 22-24, 2006 (Wednesday - Friday)– begins at 3:00 p.m.,
adjourns at 1:00 p.m.
Funders Network for Smart Growth and Livable Communities
Statement of Purpose: To define best smart growth practices and model behaviors
needed to achieve success in states and regions across the country and to help
identify indicators to evaluate the Network and its members‚ impact and
effectiveness on smart growth initiatives.
This conference was developed to: Create an internal/organizational plan for
evaluation, which will be incorporated into the Funders‚ Network strategic
plan and to develop an assessment tool the Funders‚ Network will use in
performing leadership services.
The principal issue is: Smart Growth.
Synopsis: This conference distills lessons from 20 years of smart growth practice
to be applied in regions across the nation.
Outcome: Guidelines for effective smart growth programs supported by foundations
and non-profits.
Dates: May 31 - June 2, 2006 (Wednesday-Friday)– begins at 6:00 p.m.,
adjourns at 1:00 p.m.
Leadership Summit for Sustainable America: Energy and Climate Change
(1st of 4)
Statement of Purpose: To review the nation‚s progress on sustainable development
over the past decade, focusing on energy and climate change, and to develop
an action plan for advancing U.S. sustainability over the next five years.
This conference was developed to: Begin a two year process to create an action
plan based on key findings of the President‚s Council on Sustainable Development
report (1996), and develop sustainability indicators for measuring progress
at the national level.
The principal issue is: Sustainable development nationally.
Synopsis: This conference begins a series of four with an examination of climate
and energy goals for the US. Future conferences will address other specialized
areas.
Outcome: An action plan and set of indicators to measure progress, and assignments
for organizations to track progress.
Dates: June 5-7, 2006 (Monday-Wednesday)– begins at 6:00 p.m. and adjourns
at 1:00 p.m.
For After You Graduate
Job for a Chemist or Geologist
I am really serious that this job is really close to the life of a gypsy. The
job title: Mudlogger/Geologist. Our company: Entrada GeoSciences, Englewood,
CO. We would like to receive both a phone call and a resume from the applicants.
Our target majors are Geology and Chemistry. Good/Excellent pay. I would recommend
calling me first before sending a resume so I can describe in more detail what
the job entails, to see if they would still be interested in the job, and to
not waste their time if they don't like it. We are starting up a mudlogging
company as a branch of our already prosperous Coal Desorption company, we are
growing fast, and there is lots of room for advancement. Our office is in the
Denver area, but I would not count on working there much. OK now on to the description
of the job. Travel, travel, travel all the time. Most of our jobs are in the
Rocky Mountain States, working on oil and gas rigs for major oil and gas producers.
Collection of drill cuttings to describe lithology, what formation is being
drilled, and reading gas samples to produce a strip log of the depth, drill
rate, lithology, and gas readings. Paid mileage and per-diem. Living out on
location in remote areas in trailers provided by us or by the client. The work
hours are rather odd, 12 hrs on and 12 hrs off, and working 7 days a week is
to be expected, sometimes for weeks at a time. Vacations are vital to every
job and can be taken with some advanced notice. Since most of the work is remote
and on gravel roads a 4X4 is highly recommended. If you can't get one to start
with you will most likely get one soon after you start working. We may be able
to help get one too. Lots of travel in the Rocky Mountain States (NM, CO, UT,
WY, MT, TX, AK) some work in the middle states (OK, AR, KS), and some in the
Pacific North West (OR, WA, AK). We really want to emphasize the Nomadic lifestyle
so expect to be in any of these states at anytime. So bring a snow board, kayak,
mountain bike, sleeping bag, ect.... because there will be times when you will
want to hit the mountains and have some fun. Luke Schwantes - Chemistry '99
[If you are interested, see Brock Spencer for contact information.]
Graduate and Professional School Information (filed in 409 Chamberlin)
Loyola University Chicago - Microbiology and Immunology
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine - Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics
University of Southern California - Chemistry, Biological Chem, Drug Discovery,
Nanoscience
Other Stuff
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8. See Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.
Chemistry Seminar
Friday, December 2nd, at 1:00 PM in 409 Chamberlin. William Gartner, Beloit
alumnus and visiting professor of anthropology here this year, will talk on
Trace Metal Analysis.
For After You Graduate
Graduate and Professional School Information (filed in 409
Chamberlin)
University of Rochester - Biophysics, Structural Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular
and Cellular Biology
Georgetown University - Chemistry
University of Michigan - Geological Sciences (e.g. geochemistry and environmental
geochemistry)
Colorado School of Mines - Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Geochemistry, Environmental
Geochemistry, Environmental Science and Engineering, Geology, Materials Science,
etc.
Other Stuff
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8. See Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Chemistry Seminar
Friday, December 2nd, at 1:00 PM in 409 Chamberlin. Beloit alumnus and visiting
professor of anthropology here this year will talk on Trace Metal Analysis.
NPR Puzzle
Puzzle Master Will Shortz is on Wisconsin Public Radio every Sunday morning
at about 7:45 AM. In addition to a live puzzle with a listener, Will also gives
a take-home puzzle to be solved for the next week. This week's puzzle is chemical.
If you arrange the chemical element symbols Li, Fe, Ne, and Ar into a 2x2 square,
they spell out words in both directions: life, near, line and fear. Can you
construct a similar 3x3 square of chemical element symbols? You may use 1- or
2-letter symbols, although as many 2-letter symbols as possible is preferred,
and the same symbol may not be repeated. These are common uncapitalized words.
For After You Graduate
Graduate and Professional School Information (filed in 409
Chamberlin)
Van Andel Research Institute - Cellular and Molecular Biology
University of Iowa - Chemistry
University of South Carolina - Synthetic and Materials Chemistry, Biochemistry
and Molecular Biology
University of Virginia - Structural, Computational Biology; Biophysics
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution - Oceanography
Other Stuff
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8. See Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.
Chemistry Seminar
Kanchana Viswanathan, M.D., F.A.C.E., (Endocrinologist,Beloit Clinic)
will visit Chemistry Senior Seminar at 1 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 18, in Room 409,
Chamberlin Hall to talk about life as a physician. This will be an informal
presentation. All are invited to attend.
Sunday Dinner
Sunday, November 20 at 5:00 PM
Chem Seminar Room - 409 Chamberlin
Subs - Salads - Drinks - Dessert - Discussion
For Chamberlin Rats and their friends
Brought to you by the Chem Club Pepsi Fund
Nutrition Symposium
Thursday, Nov 17, 9-4pm, DKs in Pearsons Hall.
9:45 Kamel Hubail Steps to Reduce Obesity among Bahrainis
10:15 Marah Alabweh Modified ARED's Supplement is Best to Slow Macular Degeneration
10:45 Alyssa Coriell Going the Distance: Carbo-loading for Female Distance Runners
11:15 Brittany Omalley The Mental and Nutritional Merits of Chocolate
11:45 Caley Fields Breastfeeding Benefits for Mothers
12:15 Trevor Johnson Coffee: More Than Just a Jolt in the Morning
3:00 Maya Divack Government Nutrition Programs for Low-income Families
3:30 Ashley Thompson Smoking Does Not Facilitate Weight Loss
4:00 Emma Slachta The Dairy Debate: Relative Merits of Soy Milk and Cow's Milk
Summer Opportunities (posted outside 409 Chamberlin)
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship Program
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas has a summer research
program for approximately 50 current sophomores and juniors. Research projects
are available in a wide range of biomedical areas from biological chemistry
and computational biology to genetics, immunology, molecular biology, neuroscience,
and pharmacology. They will also accept 10 students into a Quantitative and
Physical Science Summer Undergraduate Research Program funded through a grant
from the National Institute of General Medical Sciences for research in biophysics,
computational biology, quantitative and analytical chemistry. $3500 stipend
($4750 if housing support is needed) for 10 weeks of research. Information and
applications are available at http://www.utsouthwestern.edu/SURF and http://www.utsouthwestern.edu/QU-SURF.
Deadline is February 6, 2006.
Sloan-Kettering Institute in Manhattan
Summer research in the biomedical sciences at the Sloan-Kettering Institute
in New York City open to current first year, sophomore, and junior students
with a 3.0 GPA who will have completed at least general biology and/or introductory
chemistry. $3000 stipend plus housing. Deadline February 1, 2006. Information
and applications are available at http://www.sloankettering.edu.
National Science Foundation - Research Experience for Undergraduates
(NSF-REU)
A large number of sites around the country offer summer undergraduate research
experiences for undergraduates at various levels and in a variety of disciplines.
Many of our science majors have taken advantage of these opportunities. They
typically provide some combination of stipend, housing, meals, and/or travel
to make it possible for you to do paid research (stipends are on the order of
$3000) for 10 weeks of research for US citizens and permanent residents. Many
of the programs are now posting information and applications for next summer.
You can search the NSF database on-line by research field and/or geographical
location. Now is the time to start collecting information. Some of the programs
have "rolling admission," so applications well before the stated deadline
may be to your advantage. To search for possible positions, go to http://www.nsf.gov/crssprgm/reu/reu_search.cfm.
For After You Graduate
2005 Director of Graduate Research
The latest edition of the American Chemical Society's annual Directory of Graduate
Research has just arrived and is available in 409 Chamberlin. The Directory
provides detailed information on graduate programs, faculty, publications, MS
and Phd thesis titles in departments of chemistry, chemical engineering, biochemistry,
medicinal/pharmaceutical chemistry, polymers and materials science, marine science,
toxicology, and environmental sciences at universities in the US and Canada.
It's an extremely valuable way to take a quick look at a number of graduate
programs.
National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowships
Three-year awards ($32,000 annual stipend, full tuition and fees, health insurance
allowance). Available in a wide range of sciences and engineering. Application
deadline is January 6, 2006. See http://ww.asee.org/ndseg for information and
to apply.
Graduate and Professional School Information (filed in 409
Chamberlin)
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities - Molecular, Cellular, and Structural
Biology
University of Texas Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences at Houston
Gerstner Sloan-Kettering - Cancer Biology
Johns Hopkins University - Program in Writing About Science
Other Stuff
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8. See Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.
Beloit College students presented their research at the Pew Midstates
Science and Mathematics Consortium Undergraduate Research Conferences.
The Undergraduate Research Symposium in the Biological Sciences and Psychology
was held at the Washington University , October 28-30, 2005. Ten students from
biology, biochemistry, chemistry and psychology shared the results of their
research at Washington University.
Oral presenters:
Jennifer Agin. Promotion of High Vegetable Consumption as a Weight-Loss Strategy
and General Well-Being.
Mona Martinez. Therapeutic Uses of Art for Children with AD/HD.
Diane Pham. Netrin Induced Axonal Guidance.
Ravi Starr. Cultural Competence and Child Abuse Prevention: A Report on a National
Survey.
Annie Wentz. AAV2-Mediated Intracranial and Intraocular Gene Therapy for Infantile
Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis.
Poster Presenters:
Matt Buechler. Pathology of Placental Development in Human and Baboon Stillbirths
Assessed by CAST (Computer Assisted Sterology Toolbox).
Kelli Kazmier. Binding Affinity, Selectivity, and Efficacy: Initial Investigations
with 8-Carboxyamidocyclazcoine Analogues.
Ammar Kutiyanawalla. Study of proteins involved in murine and human cerebral
malaria.
Daniel Murphy. Stereo 3D Molecular Modeling and Visualization with Geowall.
Stacy Panozzo. Gene Expression of 17 Beta Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase Type
5 and Its Role in Breast Cancer.
The Undergraduate Research Symposium in the Physical Sciences and Mathematics
was held at the University of Chicago, November 4 - 6, 2005. Six Beloit students
presented their research. Liz Boatman and Dan Murphy were both awarded Recognition
for Outstanding Presentation by the University of Chicago.
Oral presenters:
Jason Marmon. Protron Translocation Across A Metal-Oxide Surface: Reversible
Transformations Between [N-Bu4n]5[(Alpha)-(H3)W12o40] And [N-Bu4n]6[(Alpha)-(H2)W12o40].
Elizabeth Boatman. Measuring Exciton Diffusion Length In Organic Solar Cells.
Poster Presenters:
Daniel Murphy. Thermodynamics Of Disparate Concentrations Of Bacillus Anthracis
And Variola Virus Oligonucleotides By Differential Scanning Calorimetry.
Johna Winters. Synthesis Of 1,3,3-Trimethyl-9¢-Hydroxyspiroindolinenaphthoxadine.
Sarah Katz. Characterizing Liquid Crystal Muscle Films.
Harrison Metzger. The Harryrama Central Processing Unit (CPU).
UNCF-Merck Undergraduate Science Research Scholarships
The United Negro College Fund and the Merck Institute for Science Education
will award 15 $25,000 scholarships with two summers of research internship totaling
$10,000 for current junior African American science majors interested in biomedical
research. For US citizens for permanent residents with at least a 3.3/4.0 GPA.
Deadline for applications is December 15, 2005. For information and applications
see http://www.uncf.org/merck.
Summer Opportunities (posted outside 409 Chamberlin)
Mayo Clinic
The Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota has a Summer Undergraduate Research
Fellowship program for current sophomores and juniors who are considering a
biomedical research career at the Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. level. Each summer they
have positions for 70-80 students for 10 weeks of research with a $4000 stipend.
This is an excellent program that Beloit College students have found useful
in the past. For information and to apply see http://www.mayo.edu/mgs/surf.html.
Center on Polymer Interfaces and Macromolecular Assemblies
This is the program that Liz Boatman (see Pew presentations above) participated
in last summer at Stanford University, working with a Beloit alumnus graduate
student. A 10 week summer research program for students in chemical engineering,
chemistry, materials science, physics, and related fields at Stanford University,
IBM Almaden (where Rama once did some research), University of California -
Berkeley, University of California - Davis, Agilent Technology Laboratories
in Palo Alto, or the Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research in Germany. Research
topics include Synthesis and Application of Nanostructured Materials, Structure
and Dynamics of Confined Systems, and Functional Biomolecular Membranes. The
program is open to current first-third year students interested in graduate
work in engineering for the physical sciences who are US citizens or permanent
residents. The stipend is $4500 plus housing and travel. Applications are encouraged
from students at primarily undergraduate institutions, women, members of underrepresented
groups, and students with physical disabilities. The deadline for applications
is February 3, 2006. For information and research project descriptions see http://www.stanford.edu/group/CPIMA/education
and apply online at http://www.stanford.edu/group/CPIMA/education/2006application.htm.
Talk to Liz about her experience.
For After You Graduate
Graduate and Professional School Information (filed in 409
Chamberlin)
Florida State University - Chemistry and Biochemistry
Carnegie Mellon University - Biological Sciences (including biochemistry, biophysics,
etc)
University of Alaska - Fairbanks - Oceanography, Marine Biology, Fisheries
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine- Ph.D. and Medical Scientist Training Program
University of Virginia - Biomedical Sciences
Other Stuff
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8. See Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.
Summer Opportunities (posted outside 409 Chamberlin)
NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) summer program in Biogeochemistry
and Climate Change at the University of California, Irvine. Housing,
meals, travel, and a stipend are provided. Current sophomores and juniors are
eligible. Students from underrepresented groups and institutions with limited
research opportunities (i.e. not research universities = us!) are encouraged
to apply. Deadline February 15, 2006. See http://www.ess.uci.edu/~jkmoore/ucireuhomepage.htm.
NSF REU summer program at the Cornell University Center for Materials
Research with stipend and travel. Minority and female candidates are
strongly urged to apply (Jen Rumppe from Beloit was one of these). All physical
sciences and engineering majors are welcome to apply. "The CCMR REU Program
uses a rolling admission process. The earlier your application is completed,
the better your chance of acceptance." Final deadline March 10, 2006. See
http://www.ccmr.cornell.edu/reu.
American Chemical Society 2006 Directory of Experience Opportunities
has just arrived with an extensive list of co-ops and internships, study/work
abroad, and service-learning positions. These include academic, industrial,
and government positions with details about eligibility, finances, and contact
information. Indexes for experience type, geographic location, and job type
make searching easier. The booklet also includes sections on experiential programs
in chemistry, ACS career services, chemical careers in brief, and ethical behavior
in the workplace. One copy is posted outside 411 Chamberlin, and a second is
available from Brock Spencer.
For After You Graduate
Knowles Science Teaching Foundation
KSTF Science Teaching Fellows are graduates with a degree in the physical sciences,
engineering, or mathematics who plan to teach science or mathematics in the
US. The Fellowship provides both financial and professional support for up to
five years, including tuition assistance and a stipend while fellows participate
in a recognized teacher credential program. Deadline is January 16, 2006. For
information and to apply see http://www.kstf.org.
Graduate and Professional School Information (filed in 409
Chamberlin)
Northern Illinois University - Chemistry and Biochemistry
University of Minnesota - Joint degree program in law, health, and the life
sciences.
Case Western Reserve University - Biomedical Sciences
University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
University of California - Irvine - Earth System Science (they want chemists)
Johns Hopkins University - Program in Molecular and Computational Biophysics
Other Stuff
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8. See Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.
Alumnus in the News
Check this out: Tim Korter'95, who is now an Assistant Professor of Chemistry
at Syracuse University, just had his pioneering work in TeraHertz spectroscopy
(started when he was a post-doctoral fellow at the National Bureau of Standards
and Technologies) highlighted in the latest Chemical & Engineering News
(pages 43-45, October 3.) There is even a picture of him on page 44! Tim did
a laser-based special project and developed an interest in physical chemistry
while he was a Chemistry major at Beloit College--check out photographs in the
Physical Chemistry Laboratory photo gallery next to Room 410, Chamberlin.
Also see Plusquellic, D.F., Korter, T.M., Fraser, G.T., Lavrich, R.J., Benck,
E.C., Bucher C.R., and Domench, J., and Hight Walker, A.R., Continuous-Wave
Terahertz Spectroscopy of Plasmas and Biomolecules, in Terahertz Sensing Technology,
Volume 2: Emerging Scientific Applications and Novel Device Concepts, ed by,
D. Woolard, W. Loerop, and M. Shur, 13(4) (World Scientific, New Jersey, 2004),
385-404.
From Tim Korter: Do you have any students that participate in the NSF Research
Experience for Undergraduates (REU) summer program? If someone would like to
do some ultrafast spectroscopy/far-IR(THz)/ab initio work, please point them
in my direction. Also if you have any seniors looking for a graduate school,
please tell them to check out Syracuse. The department is really growing
Summer Opportunities (posted outside 409 Chamberlin)
Chemistry at Syracuse University
(see posting above)
New York University School of Medicine
John Miura '04 brought along information when he came to Beloit to give a seminar
last week. He's doing research at New York University's School of Medicine,
before starting medical school, in a lab where he had done summer research following
his junior year here. "The Dean wants more Beloit summer research students!"
according to John. The Sackler Institute of Biomedical Sciences and the Office
of Diversity Affairs offers a summer research program for students interested
in biomedical research careers (Ph.D., M.D., MD-PhD). Work with faculty in biochemistry,
biomedical imaging, cellular and molecular biology, computational biology, developmental
genetics, immunology, microbiology, molecular oncology, neurosciences and physiology,
parasitology, pharmacology, structural biology and virology. Research, exposure
to clinical practice with physician mentors, seminars, career seminars, and
lots of cultural opportunities in Manhattan. $3000 stipend, travel, and accommodations
provided. Applications available from September 30, 2005 - February 1, 2006
at http://www.med.nyu.edu/Sackler
Graduate and Professional School Information (filed in 409
Chamberlin)
Saint Louis University - School of Public Health
Texas A&M University - Biochemistry
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8.
See Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.
Biochemistry Seminar
Thursday, October 6, 2:00 PM, Chamberlin 409
John Miura, Beloit College Class of 2004, will be presenting his research "
Compartmentalized Signaling of Ras." He will discuss his research at NYU
School of Medicine. Refreshments will be provided. John will be available after
his presentation to discuss his experiences. Information for graduate work in
the department of Molecular Microbiology & Immunology in cooperation with
the Department of Veterinary Pathobiology is filed on CD in 409 Chamberlin.
Summer Opportunities (posted outside 409 Chamberlin)
Student Conservation Association
As Student Conservation Association (SCA) interns know, there’s work to
be done. SCA interns give back to the land by answering the call. They spend
12 weeks to 12 months devoted to critical environmental, cultural, and historical
issues around the country. Marie Trenton used a GPS receiver to inventory exotic
Japanese Knotweed along the Potomac River in Maryland. John Sullivan created
an herbarium of Yuma Desert plants in Arizona. Kent Hamilton designed a fire
management plan for a Native American Reservation in Oklahoma. Theresa Mendez
engaged community members in an Adopt-a-Stream program on the Kenai Peninsula
of Alaska. Ashley O’Dell participated in an archaeological dig at Dinosaur
National Monument.
Rachel Purcell, an SCA Alumna, will be visiting Beloit College on Tuesday, November
8th and Wednesday, November 9th to speak with students, faculty, career services
and student organizations. During her visit, she will share information about
the thousands of expense-paid internships available year-round. Rachel would
like to meet with students during this time to discuss our opportunities. Email
SCA_Visit@thesca.org to reserve a meeting time or call the Recruitment Department
at 603-543-1700.
Tanner Snell, The Student Conservation Association
PO Box 550, Charlestown, NH 03603
603-543-1700, <http://www.thesca.org/>
Ford Foundation Diversity Fellowships
For graduate study by US citizens or nationals planning a career in teaching
and research the the college or university level. Predoctoral fellowship deadline
November 17, 2005. For information and applications see http:/;/national-academies.org/fellowships
Graduate and Professional School Information (filed in 409
Chamberlin)
Loyola University - Chicago - Chemistry
Medical College of Wisconsin - Biophysics
University of South Carolina - Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology
Northwestern University - Masters in Biotechnology
Cornell/Rockefeller/Sloan Kettering - Tri-Institutional Training Program in
Chemical Biology
University of California - San Francisco - BioPhysics
Utah State University - Chemistry and Biochemistry
University of Virginia - Chemistry
University of California - Irvine - Chemistry
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8.
See Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.
Biochemistry Seminar
Thursday, October 6, 2:00 PM, Chamberlin 409
John Miura, Beloit College Class of 2004, will be presenting his research "
Compartmentalized Signaling of Ras." He will discuss his research at NYU
School of Medicine. Refreshments will be provided. John will be available after
his presentation to discuss his experiences. Information for graduate work in
the department of Molecular Microbiology & Immunology in cooperation with
the Department of Veterinary Pathobiology is filed on CD in 409 Chamberlin.
Alumni Networking Fair
Friday, September 30th, 3:00-5:00 PM, Pearsons Lawn.
Including chemistry alumni Cameron Murray, 1980, who is a Polymer Scientist
with the 3M Electronics Markets Materials Division in St. Paul.
Greenpeace Organizing Team (GOT)
The GOT is a semester-long training for student activists to become environmental
leaders. Students receive over 50 skills trainings on topics from how to plan
campaigns to working with the media, meet with the nation's top environmental
leaders, and acquire hands-on experience working on a priority Greenpeace campaign.
Since the program began one year ago, we have trained twenty student activists.
Alumni have played active roles in key environmental campaigns, bringing about
campus clean energy victories and working to protect the last remaining ancient
forests in North America. You can find more information at www.greenpeaceusa.org/got
The Sixteenth (16th ) Annual Argonne Symposium for Undergraduates in
Science, Engineering and Mathematics
Undergraduate authors are invited to submit papers on their research. The Symposium
will be conducted Friday and Saturday, November 4-5, 2005, at Argonne National
Laboratory. All Symposium presenters and attendees are required to pre-register
and to pay a $50 registration fee. <http://www.dep.anl.gov/p_undergrad/ugsymp/RegistrationForm2005.pdf>
The Symposium is jointly sponsored by Argonne National Laboratory, the National
Science Foundation funded Illinois Alliance for Minority Participation, Argonne
Women in Science and Technology, the Argonne Chapter of Sigma Xi, and the Central
States Universities, Inc. For additional information. please see http://www.dep.anl.gov/p_undergrad/ugsymp/.
Hertz Graduate Fellowships
The Hertz Foundation offers approximately 20 new graduate fellowships per year
in physics, chemistry, engineering, quantitative biology/biotechnology, materials
science, computer science, astrophysics, mathematics, earth science…in
which emphasis is on research with nearer term applications. Five years of support
at $28,000/year and tuition (or 3 years at $33,000 to coordinate with a university
fellowship for 2 years). Deadline October 28, 2005. For information and to apply
see http://hertzfoundation.org and talk to Brock Spencer.
Graduate and Professional School Information (filed in 409
Chamberlin)
New Mexico Tech - Chemistry'
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8.
See Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.
Spring Course Schedule (IMPORTANT!)
A tentative schedule of Division 1 courses for next spring is posted in Café
Bio, Chamberlin 215. Please check it over carefully now for possible
conflicts since final schedules are due to the Registrar by this Friday, September
23rd.
Pew Undergraduate Research Symposia
The Pew Midstates Science and Mathematics Consortium will hold its annual Undergraduate
Research Symposia this fall. These provide an excellent opportunity to present
research you have done over the past year or summer and take a look at graduate
school. The Symposium for biological sciences and psychology will be October
28-30 at Washington University in St. Louis, and the one for physical sciences
and mathematics will be November 4-6 at the University of Chicago.
The Pew Midstates Science and Mathematics Consortium consists of 11 liberal
arts colleges and 2 research universities. The Consortium seeks to promote effective
collaboration among faculty at the member institutions; to improve undergraduate
science and mathematics education; and to assist with the research efforts of
the faculty at the undergraduate colleges and of the undergraduate students
at all of the member institutions.
You are encouraged to take this opportunity present your research either in
an oral presentation or in a poster session. We usually take a van load of students
to each, and all expenses are covered. The announcement about submitting abstracts
is posted in Chamberlin Hall. You should stop by Kathleen Mandell's office (413
Chamberlin) or email (mandellk@beloit.edu) to let here know you are interested.
Abstracts and registration will be done on-line at http://pewscimath.hope.edu/.
Posters and presentations will need to be completed Monday October 24.
Medical College of Wisconsin Open Houses
I would like to extend a personal invitation to you and any of your students
to visit the Medical College of Wisconsin. The Graduate School is hosting 2
Open House sessions this fall. The sessions are on Oct 6 and Nov 4. They will
run from 1-4PM. It’s a wonderful opportunity to explore what type of research
is ongoing here at MCW, meet with faculty and current students. On Oct. 6 the
Open House will be followed by a poster session. The poster session will run
from 4-6PM. I hope you, or one of your colleagues, and students will make the
trip to MCW.
Regards, Guy Berst
OFF-CAMPUS STUDIES FAIR
Start planning for studying off-campus by coming to the off-campus studies fair
on Thursday, Sept. 22, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the tent on Pearsons lawn.
Learn about Beloit programs, meet with Beloit students who have studied abroad,
and talk with international exchange students who are studying here. Explore
many study opportunities with representatives from a dozen other off-campus
program providers.
Summer Research Opportunities (posted outside 409 Chamberlin)
Georgia Tech is offering 10-week summer research opportunities to current sophomore
and junior chemistry and biochemistry majors. $4000 stipend, travel, and housing.
Applications are available at http://www.chemistry.gatech.edu
(select Undergraduate and then Research). Deadline February 15, 2006 - but early
submissions are encouraged. Notification March 15th.
SUMMER 2006 UNDERGRADUATE INTERNSHIPS IN PARIS
These 11-week internships at the Institut Pasteur, one of the world's leading
private, nonprofit centers for infectious disease research, offer hands-on laboratory
experience to undergraduates contemplating a scientific career. Applicants must
be U.S. citizens. See website for information and downloads. Deadline: December
15, 2005 (please see http://www.pasteurfoundation.org
for deadline details).
Graduate and Professional School Information (filed in 409
Chamberlin)
Case Western Reserve University - Chemistry
North Carolina State University - Chemistry
Miami University (Ohio) - Chemistry and Biochemistry
Georgia Institute of Technology - Chemistry and Biochemistry
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8. See Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.
Chemistry Senior Seminar - Internship Exchange and Networking
Discussion
Friday, September 16th, 1:00 pm, 409 Chamberlin. Come to Chemistry Senior Seminar
in Chamberlain 409 to hear seniors and faculty discuss how to get internships
in biochemistry/chemistry/health professions and related areas. Seniors will
discuss their experiences while at Beloit and planning for life after Beloit.
International Internships Panel
Wednesday, September 14th, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm, in FACS
Learn strategies and get insight on helpful resources for finding internships
abroad. Hear from students who have recently completed internships abroad and
get their perspectives on the do‚s and don‚ts of international internship
searches. FACS will also provide a guide on locating, securing and participating
in work abroad. [Note: We have had three Beloit students doing science internships
in Germany in the past two summers under the DAAD program. Contact Brock Spencer
if you are interested.]
Woods Hole Semester in Environmental Science
Beloit is one of the affiliated colleges for the Semester in Environmental Science
at the Woods Hole Marine Biology Laboratory on Cape Cod. Each fall this semester
for academic credit offers opportunities to do environmental research in the
area there. The on-campus deadline for applications for Fall 2006 is February
1, 2006. Information is available in 409 Chamberlin and on the bulletin board
outside it. Beloit students have regularly used this program.
Summer Research Opportunities (posted outside 409 Chamberlin)
Summer Research Program in Molecular and Cellular Biosciences for biology, chemistry,
physics, mathematics, or computer science majors who are current sophomores
or juniors who are interested grad school and research in the biological sciences.
Must be US citizens or permanent residents. Wadsworth Center of the New York
State Department of Health and the Department of Biomedical Sciences in the
School of Public Health at the State University of New York in Albany. $3400
stipend for 10 weeks and full support for travel, housing, and a food allowance.
Deadline February 1, 2006. See http://www.wadsworth.org/educate/molcel/htm
Graduate and Professional School Information (filed in 409
Chamberlin)
State University of New York - Albany - Biomedical Science/Public Health and
Environmental Sciences/Public Health
University of Southern California - Chemistry
State University of New York - Stony Brook - Chemistry
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8. See Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.
Chemistry Seminar
Friday, September 9th, 1:00 PM, in 409 Chamberlin. Nicole Koretsky '96, VWR
Technical Sales Specialist for Global Marketing, "Choosing a Career After
Beloit."
Graduate and Professional School Information (filed in 409
Chamberlin)
South Dakota State University - Chemistry and Biochemistry
University of California - Davis - Chemistry
University of Missouri - St. Louis - Chemistry
Arizona State University - Chemistry and Biochemistry
State University of New York - Stony Brook - Chemistry
Indiana University - Chemistry
University of Utah - Biological Chemistry, Molecular Biology, MD/PhD
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8. See Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.
Welcome back! It's great to have students and faculty back from their varied summer activities. See the Chemistry Department Annual Newsletter for details.
Student Research Fellowships in Chemistry
Have you done some research this summer that you would like to present at a
national or regional meeting this year (in addition to the Pew Symposia this
fall listed below)? Are you thinking about doing a research project on campus
this fall: continuation of work you started elsewhere, something new you would
like to start up, or a project in conjunction with a Beloit faculty member's
research? We have funds to support all of these activities.
We now have three student Research Fellowship funds in chemistry in memory of
alumni David Norris '92, Ed Stevens '78, and Kenneth Kemmerer '30. The purpose
of these Fellowships is to encourage and support chemistry-related undergraduate
research by providing funds for research expenses and/or travel to present research
results. Research that draws connections between chemistry and other fields
in the sciences and beyond is encouraged, and student interest in and capability
for benefiting from the research experience will be of primary consideration
in making the awards.
Proposals for research support or for support to present research results at
a regional or national meeting may be submitted at any time. For example, you
may be registering for a Special Project now, or you may want to continue your
prior research and/or present it at a professional meeting. If you are planning
a research project or a research presentation and would like to be considered
for support, please submit a proposal (a brief description of the project or
presentation along with a budget) to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu).
Pew Undergraduate Research Symposia
The Pew Midstates Science and Mathematics Consortium will hold its annual Undergraduate
Research Symposia this fall. These provide an excellent opportunity to present
research you have done over the past year or summer and take a look at graduate
school. The Symposium for biological sciences and psychology will be October
28-30 at Washington University in St. Louis, and the one for physical sciences
and mathematics will be November 4-6 at the University of Chicago. We usually
take a van load of students to each, and all expenses are covered. The announcement
about submitting abstracts will be coming shortly, or you can contact Kathleen
Mandell for details now.
Call for Undergraduate Papers
November 1, 2005 is the deadline for undergraduate research abstracts for the
American Chemical Society’s National Meeting in Atlanta on March 26-31,
2006. We have funds available to support travel to meetings like this to present
your research. For information on the meeting and to submit an abstract, go
to http://www.chemistry.org/meetings,
select the OASYS icon, and click on CHED.
ACS Women Chemists Committee Travel Awards – 2006
Grants are available for women chemists to help defray the cost of registration,
travel, and accommodations to travel to scientific meetings to present their
results for meetings within the US. Grant funds are limited, but some funds
are set aside for undergraduates. Only US citizens and permanent residents are
eligible. Preference is given to an applicant who will be making her first
presentation (regardless of format) at a national or major meeting. Deadlines
for submission are September 15 for meetings between January 1 and June 30,
2006, and February 1 for meetings between July 1 and December 31, 2006. Information
and application forms are available at http://membership.acs.org/w/wcc/flyer2005.pdf.
ACS 2005 Directory of Experience Opportunities
The Directory of Experience Opportunities has internship, co-op, summer work,
and fellowship programs for undergraduates in the chemical sciences. Access
the on-line database at http://www.chemistry.org/education/epic/.
The database is searchable by area of interest, geographic region, and type
of experience desired.
Next Summer's Research Opportunities Already! (posted outside
409 Chamberlin)
The University of Michigan has sent us a flyer about research opportunities
for undergraduates next summer in their Biomedical Sciences and related Programs.
• Program in Biomedical Science - http://www.med.umich.edu/pibs/summerresearch.htm/
- you may contact faculty directly or contact the program.
• Pharmacology - deadline March 2006 - http://sitemaker.umich.edu/pharmacology/.
• Underrepresented minorities - Deadline February 2006 - http://rackham.umich.edu/recruitment/srop.html/.
• Neurological Diseases - Deadline March 2006 - http://www.med.umich.edu/lpfund/.
• Perrigo Co & Life Sciences Inst - Deadline February 2006 - http://lifesciences.umich.edu/institute/perrigo/.
• Other summer research programs - http://www.umich.edu/summer_prog.html/.
And a fall open house on October 22nd for all of this at http://www.med.umich.edu/pipb/recruit/index.htm/.
Cosmetic Science Scholarships
The Midwest Chapter of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists is offering three $1000
scholarships in 2005 for students in chemistry, biology, cosmetics sciences,
or other allied fields. Deadline October 14th. Information is posted outside
409 Chamberlin.
Chemistry Senior Seminar
We now have three alum guest speakers coming for senior seminar this semester
(http://beloit.edu/~ordman/courses/chem380/semspeakers.htm),
and the full schedule for the semester is available also available at http://beloit.edu/~ordman/courses/chem380/schedule380.html.
Student Academic Senators
Represent students in Academic Senate and serve on a College committee. If you
are a Division 1 major, consider seriously standing for election. Majors in
Division 1 vote on Tuesday, September 6th, at 4:00 PM in Café Bio (Chamberlin
215).
Graduate and Professional School Information (filed in 409
Chamberlin)
University of Michigan – Ann Arbor – Chemical Biology
University of Michigan - Biomedical Sciences
Vanderbilt University – Toxicology and Carcinogenesis
Metabolic Pathways Map
Decorate your room! We now have the Sigma-Aldrich Metabolic Pathways Map (33x50
inches) available for $9. Contact Kathleen Mandell in 413 Chamberlin for your
copy.
Markson Mugger
The shipment of beakers-with-a-handle has just arrived. 600 mL for $10. 350
mL for $8. See Brock Spencer.
Chamberlin Rat T-Shirts
Still available from Brock Spencer in Chamberlin 411. Long sleeve, navy on white
or white on navy. $13.50. Keep warm for the winter and impress your friends.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER INFORMATION
Please send any news items for the Weekly Newsletter to Brock Spencer (spencer@beloit.edu)
by noon each Wednesday.