Fall 2018: Week 4

Information Sessions & Workshops

Getting Started in Research

Thursday, October 25

5:30-7:00PM | Natural Science Building - Auditorium (1st flr.)

Are you interested in conducting research while at UCSD? Find out how to get involved! Learn helpful tips and resources to finding the position that is right for you. Hear directly from biology faculty. Learn what undergraduate researchers do in labs. Open to all students. For more information, visit Research on the Gain Experience webpage.

2019 Undergraduate Summer Research Scholarships

Wednesday, November 7

3:00-4:00PM | Natural Science Building - Auditorium (1st flr.)

Interested in conducting research or perhaps getting a research internship for the SUMMER? Learn about requirements, application process, and incentives when doing research in the summer. Get tips on how to submit a competitive application. Applications will open in November, but first step is to attend this session and find an appropriate lab. For more Undergraduate Research Scholarship information visit Academic Enrichment Programs.

Student Organization Highlights

Saltman Quarterly: Get Your Research Published!

Early Bird Deadline: Friday, November 30th
Submission Deadline: Friday, January 25th

Get Published in the Saltman Quarterly, UCSD's premier undergraduate biology research journal! Your work will be featured in an award-winning
peer-reviewed journal, and you will gain invaluable experience in writing and editing a professional research manuscript or paper. Submission categories include Original Research Manuscript, Scientific Review Paper, and Master's Brevias. Submission guidelines can be found on the SQ website.

To review previous SQ issues and sample articles

Question about submission requirements? Email SQ editors saltman@biology.ucsd.edu.

Biology Bulletin E-News

Campus News & External Opportunities

Apply to the McNair Program!

Applications Due: Wednesday, October 24th

The UCSD McNair Program helps low-income, first-generation college students prepare for doctoral study. Students will conduct research under the guidance of a faculty member and receive money for summer research. The McNair Program is part of the UCSD Academic Enrichment Programs.

NEW WI19 Opportunity: Medical School Prep 101 - 1 unit

Applications Due: November 18th

Attention 1st and 2nd Year students, HealthBeat is offering a a new Winter 2019 FMPH 198 course called Medical School Prep 101.

This course is designed for freshmen or sophomores who are interested in pursuing medicine and becoming physicians. Learn what it takes to prepare for medical school as well as what it takes to be a competitive applicant. We’ll cover everything from academic requirements, timeline and MCAT to obtaining relevant experiences (i.e. healthcare, service, leadership, and research), letters of evaluation, the 15 core competencies and more!

Deadline to apply is Sunday, Nov. 18th at 11:59pm. Early submissions are highly recommended. To learn more about the course and to apply, using the following Google form link.

For the latest updates on healthcare and volunteer opportunities, tutoring, advising, and other resources, follow us on Facebook! Facebook.com/healthbeatucsd

Service Learning Abroad - South Africa Program

Applications Due: November 1st, 2018

One Heart Source is currently accepting applications for our 2019 Service Learning Programs. We are offering 2 and 4 week Health Development programs in Cape Town, South Africa!

Gain a deeper understanding of community and the cultural factors that influence health. Mentor students who strive to become healthcare professionals and cultivate lifelong relationships. Immerse yourself in history and culture to better understand diversity. Develop skills to pursue social justice through health education and intervention. Broaden your health care skills in real-world environments.

Apply for the Volunteer Programs by visiting the 2019 Application link.

For more about the Health Program, visit One Heart Source.

2018-19 BIG IDEAS Contest

WIN up to $10K for your social innovation BIG IDEAS

Big Ideas is an innovation contest that provides funding, support, and inspiration to interdisciplinary teams of students who have creative solutions to address pressing social challenges.

Eligibility:
     - Undergraduate or Graduate students
     - Enrolled for Fall 2018
     - All majors encouraged to apply

Deadline to Apply: November 14, 2018 at 12:00pm PT

For details & Application, visit BIGIDEASCONTEST.ORG

Wondering if your idea is a good fit? Email the UCSD Innovation Ambassado, Amy Liu aml086@ucsd.edu to chat about your social innovation!

Important Deadline

Effective Fall 2018, the deadline to drop with a "W", is Friday of Week 6.

See Enrollment and Waitlist for course information. For a complete list of UCSD Quarterly Timeline with Deadlines, visit MyTritonLink.

Have an advising question?

Send a quick advising question through the Virtual Advising Center (VAC).

Walk-in & Advising Appointments

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

Campus Tutoring Centers

Connect with tutoring services for your lower division courses.

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