APIASF Scholarship Applications Available Now

The Asian and Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund General Scholarship and the Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS) Program applications are now available! 

•  APIASF General Scholarship Application
• (Deadline to Apply: Friday, January 9, 2015 at 11:59 PM EST)
• GMS Program Application
• (Deadline to Apply: Wednesday, January 14, 2015 11:59 PM EST)

Thursday: "Imported from China" Screening and Discussion

"Imported from China" is a half-hour documentary film that follows individuals from China who are navigating college life in the U.S. The film follows several Chinese international students who are grappling with finding a place in American universities and within the larger U.S. context. The recent large influx of Chinese students at U.S. universities has reignited the conversation about the growing need for intercultural competence. The film is a snapshot of this demographic shift, and demonstrates how relationships are nurtured and shaped across cultural boundaries.

The screening of the film will be followed by a facilitated discussion.

Where: Odegaard 220
When: Thursday, September 4, 12:30 PM
Cost: Free

This event is sponsored by UW Libraries and FIUTS (Foundation for International Understanding Through Students)

Enroll in Research Exposed! for Autumn Quarter (General Studies 391 D)

Research Exposed! (GEN ST 391 D) offers undergraduates an opportunity to learn about current, exciting research in a wide variety of disciplines, including the process of discovery, how faculty come up with an idea for research, how inquiry is structured in the different disciplines, and how students can become involved in the knowledge-making process.

Presentations by UW faculty focus on specific issues such as ethics and the culture of research. Students attend weekly, fifty-minute discussions and have the opportunity to ask the speaker questions following each presentation. This course may be repeated for credit (1 credit/quarter-3 quarters max); speakers and topics will vary.

See the UW Time Schedule entry.

EE Position with RAM Mounting Systems

We’ve been actively looking for an electrical engineer and have a project going on right now with Samsung and could really use some help.  We’ve never had an electrical engineer on staff and now we really need one.  If anyone is interested in interviewing with us, we are a great local company that is growing fast here in South Seattle.  Feel free to contact me directly to discuss.  This is a great opportunity for someone.  You can see one of the products we need help with at http://www.rammount.com/NewProducts/RAMIntelliSkinSamsung/tabid/5129/Default.aspx

This is just one of many products where an EE with solid skills could be a huge asset for us.

Thank you for your help.

Best regards,

David Wilkinson

National Products, Inc | RAM Mounting Systems

O: 206-763-8361 | C: 206-228-8585 | F: 206-763-9615

Dave.Wilkinson@rammount.com | www.rammount.com

Seattle MESA Tutor Training Course Announcement

We are looking for engaging and motivated graduate and undergraduate students who want to make a difference to underrepresented youth in Seattle.  Starting this fall, you can begin your training to become a Seattle MESA math and science tutor for high school students.

WHAT IS THE SEATTLE MESA TUTOR TRAINING PROGRAM ALL ABOUT?
Seattle MESA provides opportunities and resources that inspire students traditionally underrepresented in STEM fields, to pursue education and careers in math, engineering and science (http://www.seattlemesa.org/).  We are offering a tutor training and certification for UW graduate and undergraduate students as well as community members to work with Seattle high school students in math and science.

WHO CAN TUTOR?
Engaging and motivated UW graduate and undergraduate students who want to work with high school students and have a commitment to diversity and inclusion.  We are looking for students who want training and experience working in local Seattle schools with a cohort of trained peers.

Seattle MESA Tutors must complete to following:

• Complete a Seattle MESA Introductory Tutoring Training Workshop (CENV 410).
• Attend a weekly seminar during their first quarter of tutoring (CENV 420 offered Autumn or Winter quarters).
• Tutor students once a week on site at a partner school during the afterschool program hours.
• Complete and pass the appropriate subject area test.
• Complete a background check through the Seattle Public Schools and follow UW volunteer guidelines.

HOW AND WHEN CAN I START?
Register now for the fall MESA Introductory Tutor Training Workshop (C ENV 410 Special Topics in the Fall Time Schedule). This is a 1 credit hour tutor skills and cultural competency training designed to get you ready to work one on one and in small groups with Seattle high school students in math. You will observe teachers and your students in their classrooms and complete a series of assignments and reflections.  There will be two workshops opportunities offered in fall quarter: one in October and the other in November. They meet three Wednesdays each:  Sept. 24, Oct.1 and 8 from 3-5 pm OR Nov 5,12,and 19 from 4-6pm.  All students must also be able to complete a classroom observation during the day at a local high school.

CAN SEATTLE MESA TUTORING COUNT TOWARDS MY MAJOR OR MINOR? Maybe!  Our tutoring training program coursework can fulfill the Field Experience requirement for the ELS minor <https://education.uw.edu/programs/undergraduate/els> and may be considered as credits towards the Diversity minor <http://depts.washington.edu/divminor/>.

Questions? Please see our FAQ at depts.washington.edu/seamesa or email mtutoruw@uw.edu with specific questions.

Summer Experience Photo Contest (UW Career Center)

We are excited to announce our first-ever student photo contest!  We are encouraging any UW student to take a picture of their “Summer Experience,” which can pertain to their internship, part-time job, travel, volunteer, job shadow, etc.  Students will then post their pictures via their personal Twitter or Instagram accounts, write a short caption describing the context of the picture, and include the hashtag #UWCCPhoto.   The contest runs from August 22^nd-September 24^th.

You can find the full details of the contest and how students submit photos here: http://careers.uw.edu/Students/Photo-Contest, we are also tracking photo submissions here: https://tagboard.com/uwccphoto.   

 There will be prizes awarded as well!

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) - Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internships (SULI) Spring 2015

Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internship
Where Undergraduates Learn About Scientific Research by Doing Scientific Research

About the Program

In response to the growing concern about the decreasing numbers of U.S. citizens obtaining degrees in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science sponsors the Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internship (SULI). This program provides special training and research experiences to undergraduate students at the DOE National Laboratories. SULI enables students to pursue technical careers and advanced educational
opportunities by giving them direct exposure to major scientific research facilities and to the Laboratory’s scientific and technical staff.

Program Components

Participating students receive a weekly salary, a hous- ing allowance, and travel expenses. They spend either ten weeks in the summer or 16 weeks during the fall/spring semester at a DOE National Laboratory where they:

• Are matched with world-renowned scientists who serve as mentors
• Are trained to use advanced scientific instruments
• Develop professional and technical communication skills
• Attend seminars and lectures on scientific inquiry and recent discoveries
• Complete a research project which is formally documented in a paper and presentation.

Eligibility

Students for SULI are recruited from all undergraduate institutions and must:

• Be currently enrolled as an undergraduate student
• Be interested in a career in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics
• Be 18 years or older at the start of the program
• Be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident Alien
• Have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher.

Financial Information

A salary of $500/week is provided as well as a housing per diem and travel reimbursement per DOE and PNNL program guidelines.

Application The application is on-line at http://science.energy.gov/wdts/suli/. Applications are available in October for summer and fall, and in August for winter and spring. The application for SULI is electronic and cannot be submitted by mail or fax.

Applications for Spring 2015 are due October 7, 2014
If you have questions, please contact:Marisela Linares-Mendoza SULI Program Manager Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Marisela.Linares-Mendoza@pnnl.gov, 509-371-7645