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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.
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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.
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Pathway to a PhD - PART II: You Applied to Graduate School, Now What?
Thursday, August 5 | 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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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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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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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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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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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Applying for the NSF GRFP Workshop
Wednesday, September 16 | 12:00-1:00 PM
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