INTEL INFORMATION SESSION

Date:    Wednesday, January 27th 

Time:    6:00 pm – 7:30 pm 

Location:  134 Mary Gates Hall 

Come meet representatives from Intel and learn about opportunities in Platform Engineering Group, Technology Manufacturing Group, Information Technology, Software Solutions Group, Programmable Systems Group and more.  Listen to some of the exciting opportunities for interns and grads in EE, ECE, CE, CS, ME, IE, ChemE, Environmental Eng, IT, CIS, MIS, Physics, Biology. Chemistry, Forestry and more.

Intel’s Hiring 

Bring your resume!

Food provided

Recruitment for FYP Student Leadership Positions - Now Open!

First Year Programs is currently recruiting for our First-year Interest Group (FIG) Leader and Orientation Leader (OL) student positions!  

The FIG program is looking for students from all departments who are UW-Seattle undergraduates with strong organizational skills (i.e., not over-committed), and a genuine interest in working with freshmen as they face the challenges and opportunities presented to them as new students.   For more information please attend one of our information sessions listed below or email figs@uw.edu.

Orientation Leaders play a vital role in the orientation process, working closely with new students and their families on a wide variety of topics including academics, student involvement, housing options, and more. Orientation Leaders work during summer quarter and are paid 30-40/hrs per week.   Please email us at uwao@uw.edu or come to one of the information sessions below with any questions.

Leadership in FYP Workshops:  (All workshops will be held in MGH 120)

• Tuesday 1/5 – 2:30pm
• Thursday 1/7 – 3:30pm
• Monday 1/11 – 11:30am
• Wednesday 1/13 – 3:30pm
• Friday 1/30 – 2:30pm

Applications are available online at fyp.washington.edu/apply.  The application deadline is Tuesday, January 19^th by 8:00am.

BS-MS Program Deadline Extension

We have extended the deadline for nominations to our BS-MS combined bachelor and master's degree students to August 15, 2015.

The BS-MS combined degree program provides early acceptance into our highly competitive MSEE program for those students with an orientation towards academic research that wish to take their education to the next level.  The BS-MS selection process is different than our standard graduate admission pathway: 

• Interested students must solicit two nominations from UWEE faculty, one of whom will agree to serve as their research advisor.
• Interested students must demonstrate a cumulative gpa above 3.7 for consideration, be a current UWEE student (Seattle campus only) and have completed through their third year of undergraduate study or 135 quarter credits.

More information about the program, including links to submit nomination packets can be found online, here: http://www.ee.washington.edu/admissions/bs-ms/index.html

Please let us know what questions you may have;  Bryan Crockett and Stephanie Swanson can assist you.

National Student Exchange

Opportunities are available through the National Student Exchange, a study away opportunity in the United States, Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Please direct enquiries to Leah Panganiban lpanga@uw.edu for a brochure and application. I will work with them to help select campuses that will fit their personal and academic needs and interests.

The National Student Exchange gives our eligible students access to the resources of nearly 200 member colleges and universities which range in size from some of the largest research universities to some of the best, small liberal arts colleges. NSE includes Hispanic Serving Institutions, Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions; and a number of ethnically mixed campuses. Since its beginning in 1968, NSE has placed more than 110,000 students for exchange. 

Our students can participate for a single term or an academic year to access courses and programs not available here. Students also participate in NSE to look for graduate schools or employment opportunities. Since the majority of our students are from this area, it is a great benefit for them to have exposure to other areas of the country and to other academic settings. The changes seen in student attitudes, understanding of other people in other settings, maturity, risk-taking, and decision-making are similar to the experiences of students who study internationally.

Among other criteria, students qualify for the program by being in good standing, having a cumulative 2.5 GPA, being a full-time student, presenting academic and personal goal statements and securing recommendations, and participating in an interview process. Prior to exchange, the student must have secured a written advising agreement.

NSE operates with tuition reciprocity and financial aid portability. With placement rates of 97 percent, our students easily find a location to meet both their academic and personal objectives.

Student Leadership Award, Apply today!

Have you made a positive impact in your community? Apply for the Edward E. Carlson Student Leadership Award!

The UW’s Carlson Center is currently accepting applications for the Edward E. Carlson Student Leadership Award.  Named for one of Seattle’s foremost civic leaders, the Edward E. Carlson Student Leadership Award recognizes individual students who have demonstrated a strong commitment to public service and provided outstanding leadership in the community.

The Carlson Student Leadership Award recipient will receive $2500 and be honored at the annual Spring Celebration of Service and Leadership on May 20, 2015.

Eligibility

In order to be eligible for the Edward E. Carlson Student Leadership Award, candidates must be enrolled as a junior or senior at the University of Washington during the current academic year and working toward their first baccalaureate degree. The Award is open to students from all three University of Washington campuses.

Deadline and Application Instructions

The application deadline for the 2015 Edward E. Carlson Student Leadership Award is Monday, April 13, 2015. Interviews with finalists will occur Thursday, April 23, 2015.

For more information about how to apply and to learn about our past recipients, check out our website. In addition, if you have questions about this award, please email engage@uw.edu, with Carlson Student Leadership Award Question in the subject line.

Free 3D Printing for UW Faculty Staff and Students

The Health Sciences Library is pleased to offer 3D printing to UW students, staff, and faculty. Priority is given to health sciences students and class assignments. This printing service is only available to current UW students, staff, and faculty.

During a pilot period of Jan 12 - Feb 27, 2015, there will be no charge for this service. Future charges will be based on the cost of supplies and data gathered during the pilot project.

http://libguides.hsl.washington.edu/3Dprinting

Visit the website listed above to learn about submitting a 3D print job.

Application NOW OPEN for entrepreneurship minor for non-business majors!

Applications are NOW OPEN for the entrepreneurship minor for non-business majors.

Deadline: January 25, 2015

Some people are just born to change the world.  They see opportunities everywhere—from the daily annoyances to the grand challenges that face our society. But we can tell you that it takes more than a great idea. It takes the savvy skill set, knowledge, and energy of an entrepreneur.

If you’re a visionary with the passion and determination to shape the future, get the business know-how with the Foster School’s new, competitive Entrepreneurship Minor.

Open to all non-business undergraduates, this 31-credit competitive minor offers students the opportunity to leverage their unique talents, as well as their new-found business knowledge, to achieve their start-up goals.

Learn more or apply here: https://catalyst.uw.edu/webq/survey/caz1585/255616

FUNlab Looking for undergraduate research assistant

I am looking for an undergraduate student to lead and perform the redesign of the web site for the Fundamentals of Networking Laboratory: http://www.ee.washington.edu/research/funlab/

You will work directly with me over Winter quarter, with some ramp up time this quarter, and earn independent study credit.

Qualifications: Minimum - Previous web design experience, excellent understanding of HTML and CSS techniques. Desirable - familiarity with Content Management Systems (CMS), and database technologies, including PHP and MySQL; and good graphic design skills. Please point me to web sites you have done in the past, and contact me directly for consideration.

Thanks very much

Payman Arabshahi
Associate Professor, Electrical Eng.
Principal Scientist, Applied Physics Lab
University of Washington
http://faculty.washington.edu/paymana

WORKSHOP ANNOUNCEMENT: Guidelines For Creating a Successful Graduate School Application -- Wed, October 8, 1:30- 4:00pm

Hello! For those of you who do not know me, my name is Dorian Varga and I am the Senior Academic Counselor for the University of Washington Department of Bioengineering. I help coordinate the graduate admissions process for the department and am entering my sixth year in this role. I am offering  a workshop titled, “Guidelines for Creating a Successful Graduate School Application.” This workshop will use the Bioengineering PhD/MS application as an example, but general application advice will also be provided. Anyone who is applying to any graduate school is encouraged to attend!

When: Wednesday, October 8, 2014, from 1:30 – 4:00pm

Where: Ethnic Culture Center

Who: Anyone applying to graduate school

** Light snacks/refreshments will be served***

My workshop will focus on the following concepts: application timeline, the personal statement, references, transcripts, background, what the committee is looking for, and so on.

I emphasize that this is a workshop.  There will be a brief PowerPoint presentation, but the focus of this event will be a HANDS-ON experience: reviewing applications using REAL examples, discussing your feedback about the applications with your peers, and hearing committee feedback so that you can gauge your level of understanding of an admissions committee’s expectations. Please bring a colorful pen to write with!

In order to ensure that enough food/materials are available, and for room details, please R.S.V.P. to the following catalyst by 11:00 p.m. on Monday, October 6: https://catalyst.uw.edu/webq/survey/dst/248478

 

Diversity Engineering Collegiate Alignment

You++
Want to take your development to the next level? DECA is a two-day conference that brings together top students from across the country to participate in work-shops, network with Qualcomm employees, gain interview and career advice, and learn about the wireless industry. It’s an opportunity to experience and apply what is learned in the classroom in a real world setting, while getting exposed to tech-nologies we create that help connect people around the world, improve education, transform healthcare and enhance the lives of all who use it.

Conference Details
Your answers to all the important stuff:
Q: When does the conference take place?
A: Thursday, January 29th – Sunday, February 1st, 2015
Q: Who should attend?
A: This program is ideal for freshman and sophomore CS or CE students
Q: Where is the conference held?
A: Qualcomm’s headquarters in sunny San Diego, CA
Q: How do I get there if selected?
A: Qualcomm will take care of all of your logistics, including costs of travel

Questions?
DECA2015@Qualcomm.com
Learn more about our student programs by fol-lowing us on Instagram:
@QualcommCampusTeam

Build Connections
At DECA, our goal is to connect students who share the same passion for compu-ting with the resources, knowledge, and network to help them succeed.

Networking
By hearing from executive speakers, technical gurus, and your student peers, you will be exposed to an impactful group of current and future leaders.

Mentoring
“Networking and getting to know people was most important. These are people you will meet in the future when developing new technology or could possibly ask for assistance. It is all about team work and hard work.”
- 2014 Participant, UC Irvine
Conferences are a great way to get exposed to a lot of information, but at DECA, we want to also help you forge meaningful relationships with key industry con-tacts. During the conference, you will be paired with a mentor who can share more personal insight and advice on our industry.

Experience the Future of Mobile
The next generation of mobile technology is changing the way the world shares ideas and information. It’s ushering in the next evolution of everything and connect-ing us in ways we never imagined. Check out some of the latest projects Qualcomm is working on in the mobile space, while learning what skills are required to keep pushing these technologies forward.

How do I apply?
Students can be recom-mended in to the program through a professor, recruit-er, or past participant. Those nominated will com-plete a short non-technical interview to determine their participation. You must create a profile online at qulacomm.com/careers.
Selections will be made by November 21st.

Qualcomm Women’s Collegiate Conference

You++
Want to take your development to the next level? QWCC is a two-day conference that brings together top students from across the country to participate in work-shops, network with Qualcomm employees, gain interview and career advice, and learn about the wireless industry. It’s an opportunity to experience and apply what is learned in the classroom in a real world setting, while getting exposed to tech-nologies we create that help connect people around the world, improve education, transform healthcare and enhance the lives of all who use it.

Conference Details
Your answers to all the important stuff:
Q: When does the conference take place?
A: Thursday, January 8th – Sunday, January 11th, 2015
Q: Who should attend?
A: This program is ideal for freshman and sophomore CS or CE students
Q: Where is the conference held?
A: Qualcomm’s headquarters in sunny San Diego, CA
Q: How do I get there if selected?
A: Qualcomm will take care of all of your logistics, including costs of travel

Gain Valuable Experience
We’re not saying practice makes perfect, but it sure helps when it comes to interviewing (at least with the nerves). At QWCC, you will get to complete a technical in per-son and phone interview to practice developing your interviewing skills. Our engineers will also provide feedback and tips on how to best articulate your thoughts and approach problems, making it easier to nail the job you want in the future.

Build Connections
At QWCC, our goal is to connect women who share the same passion for compu-ting with the resources, knowledge, and network to help them succeed.
Networking
By hearing from executive speakers, technical gurus, and your student peers, you will be exposed to an impactful group of current and future leaders.
Mentoring
“QWCC allowed me to meet many passionate women in my field, both peers and those already in the work force, who served as role models.”
- 2014 Participant, UCSD

Conferences are a great way to get exposed to a lot of information, but at QWCC, we want to also help you forge meaningful relationships with key industry con-tacts. During the conference, you will be paired with a mentor who can share more personal insight and advice on our industry.

Experience the Future of Mobile
The next generation of mobile technology is changing the way the world shares ideas and information. It’s ushering in the next evolution of everything and connecting us in ways we never imagined. Check out some of the latest projects Qualcomm is working on in the mobile space, while learning what skills are required to keep pushing these technologies forward.

Learn more about our student programs by following us on Instagram: @QualcommCampusTeam

How do I apply?
Students can be recommended in to the program through a professor, recruit-er, or past participant. Those nominated will complete a short non-technical interview to determine their participation.
You must create a profile online at qulacomm.com/careers.
Selections will be made by November 21st.

Questions?
QWCC2015@Qualcomm.com

Introducing the English Minor

Who is this minor for?  Pre-med, pre-law, and other pre-professional students, students applying to competitive majors where writing is an important part of the admission process, students planning for graduate study who want to enhance their writing ability, students planning for careers -- and for anyone who enjoys writing and literature.

What will the minor do for me?  Employers across nearly all fields rate writing and communication at the top of their lists of the skills they seek when hiring new college graduates.  Some of the UW's most competitive majors have writing requirements or writing examinations as part of their admission process.  Medical/dental schools ask applicants to complete at least a year of English before they apply.  Pre-law students must have strong writing skills to survive law school.  And, someday, you might just write the great American novel!

What are the requirements?  30 credits in English courses at the 200 level or above (20 of which must be taken at the 300 or 400 level).  More details can be found here:  http://depts.washington.edu/engl/ugrad/minor.php

How do I declare the minor?  Check with your adviser in your major department closer to the end of autumn quarter to file a Change of Major/Minor form.

What is covered in the courses?  We post detailed quarterly course descriptions on our website at http://depts.washington.edu/engl/ugrad/offering.php.  For example, we offer many sections of ENGL 200-W, but each has its own theme -- from "Vampire Romance" to "Freedom, Race, and Slavery in the 19th c." to "Kitchen Poets" (see fall course descriptions for more details).

Where can I get more information?  Please come by the English Advising Office if you'd like to talk about the minor or would like assistance in choosing classes that would be of interest to you.  We are located in A-2-B Padelford Hall, and we can be reached at (206) 543-2634 or engladv@uw.edu.

Now Accepting BS-MS Program Nominations

UWEE has recently received permission to launch a BS-MS combined bachelors and master degree program.  This program is targeted specifically towards high achieving UW undergraduates, as well as EE undergrads from select partner institutions. 

This program offers early admission into the graduate program, with increased efficiency, security, continuity, and prestige for admitted students. The combined BS-MS degree program offers acceptance for highly qualified undergraduates who have just completed their Junior year. The process will involve four steps:

1. Nomination to the BS-MS program. Please see below for nomination package requirements.
2. Acceptance to the BS-MS program.
3. Application to the MSEE program. Students who have been accepted into the combined BS-MS degree program are in effect pre-approved for acceptance into the graduate program, provided they meet all continuation requirements.
4. Admission to the MSEE program. Students are expected to start their graduate studies in the following autumn quarter, after completion of the bachelor's degree.

Below you'll find application information and degree requirements to help you get started.

Nomination Requirements

• Completion through junior year of undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Transcript showing a GPA of at least 3.7.
• Two (2) letters of nomination from EE faculty.
• Written statement of purpose, which includes description of their intended thesis or project direction.
• TOEFL scores for non-native English speakers. Please see Memo 8 for more information.
• GRE is recommended.

Degree Requirements

The requirements for the undergraduate degree will remain the same, as will tuition and fees. MS students will be required to complete either a master's thesis or project.  With prior approval, a limited number of credits taken as an undergraduate may be applied towards your MS degree.  More information can be found at the following links.

BS Degree Requirements

MS Degree Requirements

The Graduate School - Master's Degree Policies

Deadlines

Nomination packages should be received by October 15th, via Catalyst. We hope to have decisions sent out by November 15.

Faculty Nomination

Student Statement of Purpose

Please feel free to contact Bryan Crockett with questions about this new program.

Assistance for High School Robotics Team

My name is Katie and I support after school programs at Cleveland High School, which is a STEM school. We have a well-established Robotics team at Cleveland, but we need some support with it. I'm reaching out with the hope that there's a student at UW who knows about Robotics and who would be willing to assist with this after school program.

The commitment would be 1 or 2 days a week (the days haven't been decided yet) from 2:20 - 4:00ish. There is an opportunity for this student to be paid as well. There is a lead teacher who oversees the program, and this student would be supporting the teacher and the club.

Student should contact me if they are interested--reaching me at this email is best.

Groups at Hall Health - DBT Skills; LGBTQ & Questioning; Mindfulness for Anxiety; Mindfulness for Beginners; Procrastination/Perfectionism; Free Relapse Prevention

Hall Health Mental Health

Fall Quarter Groups 2014

1.    Procrastination/Perfectionism Group: Two Sections - Wednesdays from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. and Fridays from 10:00 am to noon.  Ongoing.  There are openings for both groups.  This is group for folks who struggle with procrastinating and being perfectionist.  Learn how to be less anxious about being anxious, which includes seeing clearly that there is no need to avoid experiencing anxiety.  Facilitator: Ricardo Hidalgo, LMHC. Info at: 206-543-5030, option #4 or via email at rhidalgo@uw.edu .

2.    Beginning Mindfulness Meditation: Three sections – Wednesdays 8:30 to 10:00 and 4:00 to 5:30 starting October 15, 2014; and Thursdays 10:00 to 11:30 am starting October 16, 2014.  Eight weeks.  Mindfulness meditation is a practice that involves cultivating attention to the present moment in a nonjudgmental manner. The benefits of mindfulness meditation have been widely studied and include alleviating symptoms of depression and anxiety, increasing capacity for attention and concentration, improving self-esteem, enhancing resilience to stress.  No prior knowledge or experience is required. Participants will be provided with materials, instruction and support for building and sustaining a meditation practice.  To enroll contact the Mental Health Clinic at (206) 543-5030 option #4.  For questions e-mail or phone the group facilitator, Meghann Gerber, Psy.D.: (206) 221-7941;  meghanng@uw.edu

3.    Mindfulness Meditation Follow-up Group: Thursdays from noon  to 1:00 pm.  Starting September 25, 2014.  Ongoing.  For those who are already familiar with mindfulness meditation and want to continue in an open, ongoing, weekly group.  An 8-week commitment is recommended.  Facilitated by Meghann Gerber, PsyD. Contact Meghann at 206-543-5030 option #4. 

4.     A Mindful Approach to Anxiety: Tuesdays 2:00 to 3:30 pm.  Starting October 14, 2014.  Eight weeks.  Explore common signs of anxiety and learn how to approach the anxiety in your life and situations you tend to avoid.  If you are interested in learning more about the group, please contact co-facilitators Carey DeMartini, at careyd4@uw.edu, or Chia-Wen Moon at chiawen@uw.edu.

5.    Overcoming Social Challenges: Wednesdays 2:00 to 3:30 pm.  Starting October 15, 2014.  If you're interested in the group or have questions, please contact one of the co-facilitators: Treg Isaacson, MA (221-7983) or Meghann Gerber, Psy.D.: (206) 221-7941.

6. FREE Mindfulness-based Relapse Prevention Group: Thursdays 3:00 to 4:30 pm.  Starting October 216, 2014. This is a University of Washington, evidence-based treatment that has been shown to be helpful for individuals who are currently in recovery for addictive behaviors.  If you're interested in the group or have questions, please contact the group co-facilitators, Ryli Webster, MSW, LICSW, at ryliw@uw.edu or Carey DeMartini, at careyd4@uw.edu or call 206-543-5030, option #4.

7.  DBT Skills Group: (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy group).  Mondays from 1:30-3:00 pm. Starting Monday, October 13, 2014. Ten weeks. Learn how to increase self-awareness, build relationship skills, manage crisis situations, and better control your emotions. Open to clients referred by their Hall Health Mental Health Clinic providers. Co-facilitated by Treg Isaacson, MA (221-7983) and Chia-Wen Moon, LMHC (543-3213).

Cost of all groups: $57 per session ($40 No Show Fee without 24 hour notice). Insurance may cover fees, please check with your insurance carrier.

Where: Mental Health Clinic, Hall Health Center, 3^rd Floor.

Register, get information, or ask questions at 206-543-5030, option #4 for any and all groups.

Go to http://depts.washington.edu/hhpccweb/content/clinics/mental-health/group-therapy-support-groups for more information about our groups.

Undergraduate Major Concentration Area in Photonics Added

The department has approved an additional undergraduate major concentration area in Photonics.

In this area we investigate physics, material science, devices, and systems involving light, for applications including imaging, sensing, energy, biology, medicine, and next generation information technology. The scientific work in the photonics field ranges from fundamental quantum optics in nanostructures to technological innovations in devices and systems applied to optical communications. The capstone course emphasizes on learning various photonic technologies, where the students will get familiarized with the fundamental and advanced optical components by an optical system design project.

Required Courses:

EE 331 (5 cr.)

EE 361 (5 cr.)

EE 399 Intro to Semiconductors and Devices (3 cr.) or EE 482 (4 cr.)

EE 465 (4 cr.) or EE 332 (5 cr.)

EE 485 (4 cr.)

EE 488 (*4 cr.)

Suggested elective courses: EE 481 (4 cr.) (W), EE 433 (5 cr.) (F)

Example of a 2-year course plan:

Year 1: EE 215 (F), EE 233 (W), EE331 and EE 361 (Sp)

Year 2: EE 399/482 (F), EE 485 and EE332/465 (W), EE 488 (Sp)

The capstone course will be offered for the first time in Spring 2015:

EE 488 Photonics Design Capstone (4)

Design of optical and optoelectronic devices using fundamental principles of photonics. Recent advances in contemporary research. Construction of microscopes or spectrometers. Involves a major design experience. Prerequisite: E E 485.