UC San Diego’s McNair Program helps low-income, first-generation college students prepare for doctoral study. Every year, the program admits students and provides them with the opportunity to do research under the guidance of a faculty member and to receive money for summer research. We now seek applications from students with an interest in research and…
Science Olympiad is a regional and national science competition that engages our younger generation of students in science through competition events. However, underserved communities are unable to participate due to lack of resources and mentorship. The Science Olympiad Mentor Program is an initiative to gather talented and passionate undergraduate students to mentor middle school students…
Learn about exciting opportunities to study abroad and how you may earn credit toward your Biology Major. Financial aid, may be applied to programs. Study Abroad staff will be present to answer any questions. To learn more about all the abroad programs and opportunities, visit Study Abroad.
Audeamus is a national multidisciplinary honors journal seeking submissions from undergraduates at two and four-year institutions. We aim to publish art, poetry, photography, fiction, research, and audiovisual media that may contribute to the theme of our upcoming 13th edition: “Let us dare”. We hope to see submissions that are daring, passionate, and reflect what “Let…
Learn about fully funded research internships (2-6 months) and 5 year PhD programs at an information session with representatives from the Okinawa Institute of Science & Technology in Japan! The info session will be on Tuesday, October 16th from 1:30 – 2:30 pm at the Study Abroad Office. See the flyer below for more information.
Calling all service-oriented leaders and neurobiology enthusiasts! We invite you to Interaxon’s GBM, Thursday, October 11 at 7pm in the Green Table Room! Interaxon is a service-oriented org which travels to underprivileged K-12 schools in San Diego to foster a love and enthusiasm for science, particularly biology, in children. Open to ALL majors, Interaxon is a great way to volunteer…
As a Transfer “pre-health” Student, you have to hit the ground running! Here is what will be covered in Part I of this series hosted by the Career Center: overview of transition year, completing pre-reqs, getting involved, developing a timeline. Part II will cover how to pace yourself so you don’t burn out, focusing…
The HFSP Journal aims to foster communication between scientists publishing high quality, innovative research at the frontiers of the life sciences. Peer review is designed to allow for the unique requirements of such papers and is overseen by an Editorial Board with members from different disciplines. Submit your work here.
Alternative Breaks is offering a trip to the US-Mexico Border, including a service project with outreach to day laborers, water drops to prevent dehydration, and community health outreach. Schedule: Friday Oct 12: 9am-1pm: Tour San Diego Sector Border Patrol Headquarters Saturday Oct 13: 9am-3pm: Volunteer with Border Angels providing water in the desert along…
The Division of Biological Sciences offers a contiguous program leading to a Master of Science Degree in Biology for current UCSD undergraduate students who are enrolled in any of the Biology majors. Come hear about the application and admissions process! Tata Hall is located north of Pacific Hall and west of Ridge Walk in…
FALL 18 COURSE OFFERING! Consider enrolling in BIEB 156: Population Genetics to explore how to: • Use gene drives to control parasite populations • Infer ancestry • Predict virus evolution You’ll learn the power of simple mathematical models, read primary literature on the mechanisms of evolution, and hone your presentation skills in a small class…
Marine Action Research (MAR)- Zavora Marine Lab is currently looking for science students to assist in our research projects in 2019. Interns are welcome to participate in our traditional marine science internship to gain a wide range of experience in marine science or to develop their own project. We are based in Praia de Zavora,…
