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Fall 2021 Series of Virtual Events
Applying for the NSF-Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP)
Tuesday, August 31 | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
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The NSF-GRFP is a fellowship program that directly supports students in various STEM fields including social science and STEM education. Each Fellowship provides 3-years of support during a 5-year fellowship period. For each of the 3 years of support, NSF provides a $34,000 stipend and $12,000 cost of education allowance to the graduate degree-granting institution of higher education for each Fellow who uses the support in a fellowship year. This workshop is especially for seniors who are applying to graduate school next year. The workshop will provide an overview of the application process, tips for strengthening your application, and developing a timeline for productive writing and submission. The deadline for GRFP applications starts October 18th,so NOW is the time to get started! Facilitated by Dr. Sarah Lacy, Department of Anthropology.
For more information: https://www.nsfgrfp.org/
Important deadlines: https://www.nsfgrfp.org/applicants/important-dates/
Register Here | Participant's Survey | Video Recording | Slides | NSF GRFP Example Applications (personal statements, research proposals and ratings)
Pathway to the PhD- Part I: Get Paid to Get a PhD!
Friday, September 3 | 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
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This workshop will cover how PhD programs in the STEM and biomedical sciences fields work, funding and a preparation timeline, including when to take the GRE, writing your personal statement, research statement & CV; discussion on career pathways that open up to PhD recipients, including current average salaries in academia, industry, and government, reaching out to faculty who you’re interested in doing your PhD with; volunteering/working in a research lab as early as possible. The content for this workshop applies to students in the STEM and Biomedical Science fields, but anyone from any field is welcome to join.
Facilitated by Dr. Erin McCauley, Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry
Register Here | Participant's Survey | Video Recording
Library Resources for Student Researchers (Science & Health)
Wednesday, September 8 | 4:00 PM-4:45 PM
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Are you looking for research in the science and health disciplines? This workshop will feature librarians discussing common research strategies for these fields including specialized databases and resources. We’ll also cover brainstorming and other keyword strategies.
Facilitated by Tessa Withorn & Maggie Clarke, University Library
Register Here | Participant's Survey | Video Recording
Library Resources for Student Researchers (Social Sciences & Humanities)
Wednesday, September 15 | 12:45 PM-1:30 PM
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Are you looking for research in the social science and humanities disciplines? This workshop will feature librarians discussing common research strategies for these fields including specialized databases and resources. We’ll also cover brainstorming and other keyword strategies.
Facilitated by Hannah Lee & Maggie Clarke, University Library
Register Here | Participant's Survey | Video Recording
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory: Diversity Recruitment Events
Friday & Saturday, September 17-18 | 1:00 PM-5:00 PM
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The School of Biological Sciences at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is hosting a virtual Diversity Recruitment Event scheduled for September 17 and 18, at 1pm to 5 pm. Undergraduate and graduate students from minority groups underrepresented in STEM are invited to learn about their educational programs, hear from faculty about cutting-edge research, and meet current graduate students and post-docs.
Join in to learn about their PhD graduate program, summer undergraduate research program, and postdoctoral program! Research programs include: Cancer, Neuroscience, Genomics, Plant Biology, and Quantitative Biology. Register by September 15th.
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Securing Letters of Recommendation for Graduate School
Thursday, September 23 | 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
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Increase your odds of getting into your dream graduate program! Securing impressive letters of recommendation may have the power to sway the admissions committee in your favor, so don’t underestimate it! This workshop will cover: Who should write your letters, who would write the BEST letter, when to ask and how to ask for a letter, what the letter should include, what pieces of information to provide your recommender, and when to send reminders about your letters.
Facilitated by Dr. Sarah Lacy, Department of Anthropology
Register Here | Participant's Survey | Video Recording | Slides
UT Southwestern: Information Session with Dr. Nancy Street
Tuesday, September 28 | 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
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Learn about PhD and MD/PhD Education and Summer Research Opportunities at the University of Texas Southwestern Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences.
Facilitated by Dr. Nancy Street, UT Southwestern
Register Here | Video Recording
Pathway to a PhD- Part II: You Applied to Graduate School, Now What?
Friday, October 1 | 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
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Submitting your graduate school applications is such a relief – but what comes next can be just as critical. Join us to find out the next steps to take once hitting that submit button! This workshop will cover how to prep for grad school interviews, a detailed overview of how PhD programs work, including rotations, picking a PI, teaching assistantships vs. research assistantships, and what the comprehensive/qualification exams are all about. The content for this workshop applies to students in the STEM and Biomedical Science fields, but anyone from any field is welcome to join.
Facilitated by Dr. Erin McCauley, Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry
Register Here | Participant's Survey | Video Recording
Getting Started in Undergraduate Research
Monday, October 4 | 5:30 PM-6:30 PM
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Get ready, Get set, Go! Learn how to find an undergraduate research experience that is right for you. This workshop will cover how to find a faculty research mentor to work with and the first steps on getting started in research. Learn the importance of becoming an undergraduate researcher, how to find a research mentor, how to develop an email to contact potential research mentors and finding funded student research programs and opportunities on campus.
Facilitated by Monique Turner, MA, Department of Psychology
Register Here | Participant's Survey | Video Recording
Managing and Citing Sources with Zotero
Tuesday, October 12 | 2:00 PM-3:00 PM
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Are you having trouble keeping track of your sources? This workshop will introduce you to a free software tool, Zotero, which can help you collect, organize, and cite your sources. Zotero allows you to easily generate in-text citations and bibliographies in MLA, APA, ASA, Chicago, and many more in Google Docs, Microsoft Word, and Open Office. In preparation for this workshop, please download Zotero to your computer and add the Zotero Connector extension to either Chrome or Firefox. Instructions available at https://www.zotero.org/download
Facilitated by Eric Haas, University Library
Register Here | Participant's Survey | Video Recording
Applying for NSF-Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU)
Thursday, October 14 | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
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Learn about the REU application process and how you can gain a paid research experience, develop skills to transition into a graduate program and build relationships with mentors and fellow interns!
Facilitated by Dr. Horace Crogman, Department of Physics
Register Here | Participant's Survey | Video Recording
The Pleasure of Finding Things Out: A Career in Science
Friday, October 22 | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
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Join us for a virtual informal talk to discuss research career paths through science, graduate school and what you can do with a PhD. Find out what research is taking place at Berkeley and in Dr. Garcia’s research group. Ask questions about how to best navigate your own scientific career!
Facilitated by Dr. Hernan Garcia, UC Berkeley
Register Here | Participant's Survey | Video Recording
Publishing Your Research
Monday, November 1 | 12:00 PM-1:00 PM
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Are you curious about publishing your research and scholarship? This workshop will provide you with an introduction to publication processes for a number of different types of publications. From creating and participating in undergraduate peer-reviewed research journals to publishing your work in non-academic contexts as a citizen scholar, this workshop will provide you with a general understanding of publishing academic work as well as strategies to get you started.
Facilitated by Dana Ospina, University Library
Register Here | Participant's Survey | Video Recording
Pathway to a PhD in the Social & Behavioral Sciences
Friday, November 5 | 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
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This workshop will cover topics on choosing the best program for you, navigating the admissions process, crafting a compelling application, interviewing with faculty, and applying for fellowships and funding opportunities.
Facilitated by Dr. Philip Vieira, Department of Psychology
Register Here | Participant's Survey | Video Recording
How to Build a Successful Relationship With Your Research Mentor
Thursday, November 18 | 5:30 PM-6:30 PM
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Learn the importance of honest and open communication with your research mentor such as discussing your goals and expectations, informing your mentor of your learning and communication preferences, setting realistic timelines, active listening, giving feedback and accepting constructive feedback, being consistent and reliable, and respecting your mentor’s time demand. Learn how a mentor/mentee relationship is a two-way street!
Facilitated by Monique Turner, MA, Department of Psychology
Register Here | Participant's Survey | Video Recording
Summer 2021 Series of Virtual Events
How to Write a Literature Review
Tuesday, June 15 | 1:00 PM-2:00 PM
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Research literature reviews are essential towards demonstrating the substantive impact of your own work by illustrating how your research adds to the already existing narrative within your research topic. In this informative workshop, students will learn the various aspects and significance of a research literature review, and the process of properly writing a literature review. Facilitated by Ms. Monique Turner, MA, Department of Psychology.
Register Here | Participant's Survey | Video Recording | Slides | Handout
Pathway to a PhD - PART I: Get Paid to Get a PhD!
Thursday, July 8 | 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
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This workshop will cover how PhD programs work, funding and a preparation timeline, including when to take the GRE, writing your personal statement, research statement & CV; discussion on career pathways that open up to PhD recipients, including current average salaries in academia, industry, and government, reaching out to faculty who you’re interested in doing your PhD with; volunteering/working in a research lab as early as possible; and undergraduate research training programs on campus that are here to support students. Facilitated by Dr. Erin McCauley, Department of Chemistry.
Register Here | Participant's Survey | Video Recording
Math and English (GRE Prep) Workshop
Thursdays & Fridays: July 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, & 30 | 9:00 AM-12:30 PM (each day)
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This Math and English Workshop is designed to increase students’ English, analytical and mathematics proficiency and to polish knowledge already attained in required English and math classes. Improvement will be reflected in coursework, as well as GRE scores, making students more competitive and prepared for graduate school. Many graduate programs are waiving the GRE requirement. However, this is not the case for all programs. We strongly advise you to not pick a graduate program just because they are not requiring the GRE. Choose programs because you find them fascinating and a great fit for your educational plan and apply. If that means you have to take the GRE, then do it! Don't limit yourself.
Please be aware that signing up does not guarantee participation. This workshop has limited space. Student's full commitment to attend all 6-sessions is required. If you are not certain you are able to attend all sessions, please do not sign up. This is a 2.4 CEU award course, however, credit will only be given to those who satisfy all requirements.
Sign-up Here
UCLA Virtual Science PhD Science Fair
Tuesday, August 17 | 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
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UCLA Graduate Programs in Bioscience is proud to host the fifth annual UCLA Virtual Science Ph.D. Graduate Fair at UCLA! In light of ongoing COVID-19 restrictions, this event will consist of a virtual graduate fair. Participants will have a chance to meet representatives of various STEM graduate Ph.D. programs and learn about individual programs, research opportunities, funding, and campus resources. The Fair is meant to provide an opportunity for prospective students to network with UCLA faculty/staff prior to applying to a graduate program.
Students from CSU, HBCU, Tribal Land, and Hispanic and Minority Serving institutions are highly encouraged to attend.
Register Here
Pathway to a PhD - PART II: You Applied to Graduate School, Now What?
Friday, August 20 | 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
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Submitting your graduate school applications is such a relief – but what comes next can be just as critical. Join us to find out the next steps to take once hitting that submit button! This workshop will cover how to prep for grad school interviews, a detailed overview of how PhD programs work, including rotations, picking a PI, teaching assistantships vs. research assistantships, and what the comprehensive/qualification exams are all about. Facilitated by Dr. Erin McCauley, Department of Chemistry.
Register Here | Participant's Survey | Video Recording
Spring 2021 Series of Virtual Events
UCLA Graduate Division: Beyond the Bachelor's Webinar, Preparing for Graduate Research Opportunities
Thursday, January 14 | 12:00 PM-2:00 PM
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In this interactive workshop participants will develop effective virtual communication skills to reach out to potential mentors. This workshop will help students begin to search for summer research opportunities, email faculty, and prepare to facilitate a meeting with faculty on Zoom. Questions? Email Erika Salazar at esalazar@grad.ucla.edu.
Register Here (Closed)
Tips on Creating Effective Oral & Poster Presentations Workshop
Thursday, February 4 | 10:00 AM-11:30 AM
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Join this workshop to learn tips on how to create effective poster and oral presentations. CSUDH’s annual Student Research Conference is just around the corner! Your presentation is a continuation of your hard work and should be created successfully to showcase your research findings in a compelling way. Topics will include presentation content, organizational strategies, and effective visual aids, meeting poster guidelines and preparing a 2-3 minute pitch.
Register Here (Closed) | Participant's Survey | Video Recording
Dr. Cesar De Leon: My Research Journey from CSUDH to USC to Yale
Friday, February 19 | 1:00 PM-2:00 PM
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Dr. De Leon will be sharing his experience as a CSUDH undergraduate researcher and how he successfully survived graduate school at USC to becoming a Hanna H. Gray Postdoctoral Fellow at Yale University.
Register Here (Closed) | Participant's Survey | Video Recording
SRC Mock Presentations & Feedback Sessions
Monday-Friday: February 22-26 | 9:00 AM-5:00 PM (each day)
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The 2021 Student Research Conference (SRC) is approaching and the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) is here to prepare & help improve student presentation performance primarily in a virtual setting. Sign up for a "SRC Mock Presentation & Feedback Session". Students will present their work to a faculty-audience and receive direct feedback from faculty. This activity comes highly recommended for first-time presenters. If you are interested in participating, please click on the link below and select a day and time.
Sign-up Here (Closed)
Math & English (GRE Prep) Workshop
Saturdays: March 13, 20, 27; April 10, 24 & May 1 | 9:00 AM-12:30 PM (each day)
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This Math and English Workshop is designed to increase students’ English, analytical and mathematics proficiency and to polish knowledge already attained in required English and math classes. Improvement will be reflected in coursework, as well as GRE scores, making students more competitive and prepared for graduate school. Many graduate programs are waiving the GRE requirement. However, this is not the case for all programs. We strongly advise you to not pick a graduate program just because they are not requiring the GRE. Choose programs because you find them fascinating and a great fit for your educational plan and apply. If that means you have to take the GRE, then do it! Don't limit yourself.
Please be aware that signing up does not guarantee participation. This workshop has limited space and students will be selected on a first-come, first serve basis. Student's full commitment to attend all 6-sessions is required. If you are not certain you are able to attend all sessions, please do not sign up. This is a 2.4 CEU award course, however, credit will only be given to those who satisfy all requirements.
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Monique Turner, M.A.: My Research Journey from CSUDH to a PhD Candidate at Alliant International University
Tuesday, March 9 | 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
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Please join us as Ms. Turner shares her experience as a CSUDH RISE undergraduate researcher and her current graduate life at Alliant International University.
Register Here (Closed) | Participant's Survey | Video Recording
Stress Management for Student Researchers
Tuesday, March 16 | 12:00 PM-1:00 PM
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As student researchers, managing coursework, exams, research projects, graduate school applications, employment and other external demands and challenges that are part of life, can become overwhelming for anyone! Join in to discover healthy ways to deal with stress successfully. All students are welcome!
Register Here (Closed) | Participant's Survey | Video Recording
Writing a Statement of Purpose Workshop
Friday, April 9 | 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
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This workshop will provide you with essential information to begin crafting and drafting an effective statement of purpose that accompanies your graduate school application. Come prepared to start writing!
Register Here (Closed) | Participant's Survey | Video Recording | Slides
Tips on Developing a Curriculum Vitae (CV) Workshop
Tuesday, April 13 | 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
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Learn how to develop your undergraduate or graduate CV for use in scholarship, fellowship, research opportunities and graduate school applications. Learn essential information on how to market your research skills and highlight your academic and professional experiences.
Register Here (Closed) | Participant's Survey | Video Recording | Slides
CV Samples → Sample #1 | Sample #2 | Sample #3
Graduate Admissions Bootcamp
Friday & Saturday, April 16-17 | 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
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This workshop provides much insight into the graduate admission process. Topics to be discussed are how to prepare for graduate school (i.e. summer internships, research experience, publication, etc.), strategies on searching for the best schools and faculty members that matches your research interest, best approaches for getting the best recommendation letters, tips on writing a great personal statement, and funding graduate school.
Register Here (Closed) | Participant Survey | Video Recording (Day 1) | Video Recording (Day 2) | Handouts
Fall 2020 Series of Virtual Events
CSUDH Department of Biology: Student Research Panel
Friday, November 20 | 3:00-4:00 PM
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Interested in research? Come hear from your fellow Biology Toros on how you can get involved!
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Participant's Survey
Video Recording
Biology Research Flyer
Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Workshop
Monday, November 16 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Learn about the REU application process and how you can gain a paid research experience, develop skills to transition into a graduate program and build relationships with mentors and fellow interns! Facilitated by Dr. Horace Crogman, CSUDH Assistant Professor.
Register Here
Participant's Survey
Video Recording
Presentation Slides
Dr. Hernan Garcia, UC Berkeley- The Pleasure of Finding Things Out: A Career In Science
November 10 | 12:00-1:00 PM
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Join us for a virtual informal talk to discuss research careers with Dr. Hernan Garcia, Assistant Professor, University of California at Berkeley!
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Participant's Survey
Video Recording
Dr. Teresa Ramirez, CSUDH RISE Alumna: My Research Journey from CSUDH to Brown University
Friday, November 6 | 1:00-2:00 PM
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Dr. Ramirez will be sharing her experience as an CSUDH undergraduate researcher and how she successfully survived graduate school at an Ivy League Research Institution. In addition, she will discuss the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion in academia and research.
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Participant's Survey
Video Recording
Joselyn Yamamoto, CSUDH RISE Alumna: My Research Journey from CSUDH to Johns Hopkins University
Wednesday, October 28 | 2:00-3:00 PM
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Please join us as Ms. Yamamoto, PhD Candidate/CSUDH RISE Alumna, shares her experience as an undergraduate student researcher at CSUDH and her current graduate life at Johns Hopkins University! Ms. Yamamoto is a CSUDH alumna and former participant in the RISE Program under the mentorship of Dr. Fang Wang in the Department of Biology.
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Participant's Survey
Video Recording
Dr. Nancy Street, UT Southwestern: Information Session
Tuesday, October 13 | 2:00-3:00 PM
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Learn about PhD and MD/PhD Education and Summer Research Opportunities at the University of Texas Southwestern Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences.
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Grad School 101 Workshop
Wednesday, September 29 | 2:00-3:00 PM
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This workshop will provide strategies for submitting an impressive graduate school application and an overview of the graduate school application timeline, researching potential faculty mentors, preparing personal statements, tips for obtaining strong letters of recommendation, and preparing for entrance exams. Hosted by the Career Center, McNair Program and the Office of Undergraduate Research. Facilitated by Dr. Michelle Martinez, CSUDH McNair Scholars, Program Director.
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Participant's Survey
Video Recording
Graduate Admissions Workshop: Part 2
Wednesday, September 23 | 12:00-1:00 PM
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How prepared are you for graduate school? This workshop is designed for seniors who are pursuing graduate studies. Join in to learn about the graduate school admissions process and tips on how to develop a strong application. Topics to be covered: Master’s vs. PhD Programs, researching grad schools and programs, application timeline, writing personal statements, asking for letters of recommendation, and seeking funding opportunities. Facilitated by Dr. Michelle Martinez, CSUDH McNair Scholars, Program Director.
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Participant's Survey
Video Recording
Applying for the NSF GRFP Workshop
Wednesday, September 16 | 12:00-1:00 PM
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