Spring UGIA and Tutor Applications Now Open!
Spring UGIA and Tutor Applications Now Open!
Winter 2019: Week 5

Student Opportunities

Spring 2019 UGIA and Tutor Application NOW OPEN


The Application Deadline:  Wednesday, February 13


Undergraduate Instructional Apprentice (UGIA) and Undergraduate Tutor Application for Spring 2019 is now open. Juniors and Seniors can apply now for consideration for an IA position in a Spring biology class. Details and application instructions can be found on the link below.

For more information about UGIA opportunities within the Division of Biological Sciences including eligibility and restrictions, visit the Instructional Apprentice webpage.

Apply by Wednesday, February 13 - Spring 2019 Application.

Information Sessions & Workshops

Biology BS/MS Program

Wednesday, February 13
3:00PM-4:00PM | TATA Auditorium Rm. 3201
The Division of Biological Sciences offers a contiguous program leading to a Master of Science in Biology for current UCSD undergraduate students who are enrolled in any of the Biology majors.  For more information, come to the session and see information for BS/MS students.

Student Organization Highlights

"A Date With Destiny"

Wednesday, February 13
6:00PM-8:00PM
Pacific Hall, Rm. 3500 (3rd Floor)

Socialize with UCSD students in graduate programs and see what it’s like to be in different career paths. Come find out what your potential career destiny is through "speed dating" alumni in STEM!
If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact: BSSA officer at ucsdbssa@gmail.com.

Participate in the UCSD BioTechathalon!

April 6-7th, 2019
Price Center Theater
Eleanor Roosevelt College Room

BioScholars and Triton Consulting Group invite you to participate in the 2019 Annual Biotechnology Case Consulting Competition (BioTechathalon). Participating in this biotech-business hackathon competition is a fun learning experience that gives students the opportunity to engage in answering an interesting, real-life challenge that a biotech company might face. For this interdisciplinary competition, we encourage you to form diverse teams and show off your mad skills in a race to win Cash Prizes! The link to register will be open through March 18, 2019. Stay tuned for details on Information Sessions, times, and locations regarding the competition. If you have any questions, feel free to email us at ucsdbiotechathalon@gmail.com.

Research & Scholarship Opportunities


The National Cancer Institute’s (NCI) Cancer Systems Biology Consortium and Physical Sciences in Oncology Network are offering rising Junior and Senior undergraduates with outstanding research potential the opportunity to work closely with faculty mentors from NCI-supported institutions for a 10-week summer fellowship.

The 2019 summer research program is designed specifically for students to gain experience in the interdisciplinary fields of systems biology and physical oncology. Stipend, housing, and travel to and from the host institution are covered by NCI.

Detailed information about the program and application instructions can be found at: https://ncifrederick.cancer.gov/SummerProgram/. The application deadline is February 15, 2019.

Campus News & External Opportunities


To all Undergraduate Students with Interests in Biology, Ecology, Medicine, or Bioengineering.

Paid apprenticeship (June-September 2019) at UC San Diego (School of Medicine). For more information, visit https://www.usaeop.com/program/urap/. Application Deadline February 28 2019.
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Walk-in & Advising Appointments

Looking to meet with a Biology academic advisor? Visit Biological Sciences' Advising Services for advising options and availability.

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