Looking for a chance to get involved on campus? Apply for the position of Class Assistant for LSC 103 for fall 2015! LSC 103 is a course taught by both LSFY advisors and upper-class students to assist first year students in their transition from high school to college, as well as explore scientific disciplines at NC State. We are looking for candidates who meet the following criteria:

• Currently majoring in one of the following fields: Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Genetics, Microbiology, Nutrition Science, Plant Biology or Zoology.
• Minimum of a 3.00 overall grade point average
• Interested in working with first year students as they navigate the transition from high school to college

If selected, you will be required to attend at least one of the LSC 103 classes each week during the fall semester, and enroll in a one credit hour course (please see below for tentative days and times). The course will focus on LSC 103planning and training. You will also assist with the development and implementation of a workshop for LSFY students.

Tentative days for LSC 103, fall 2015:

Mondays

• 10:15-11:05
• 11:20 – 12:10
• 1:30 – 2:20
• 3-3:50

Tuesdays

• 1:30-2:20

Wednesdays

• 10:15-11:05
• 11:20 – 12:10
• 1:30 – 2:20
• 3:00 – 3:50

Tentative day for LSC 295 class training and planning:

Fridays

• 1:30-2:20pm

By participating in this program, you will gain classroom management and leadership experience, interact with faculty and staff in both the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and the College of Sciences, and  provide guidance for incoming NC State students.

If you are interested, please fill out the attached LSC 103 Assistant Application and email it to Mrs. Christa Blais at clblais@ncsu.edu by April 1st.

The Schoolhouse of Wonder is currently recruiting for several summer counselor positions. Learn more about the program and available positions at their website: http://schoolhouseofwonder.org/get-involved/employment

Are you interested in learning about health care in developing countries?  Curious about how to apply current medical research solutions to global health challenges?  Looking for hands-on medical service experiences that allow you to serve others using what you’ve learned?
Then join the Summer 1 Study Abroad Course:  Global Health and Physiology!  During this course, you’ll receive hands-on experience working in global medicine as we travel together to a developing country and conduct free medical service clinics.  You’ll meet people, care for them, learn their culture, and see the challenging reality facing the global public health field—all while proposing your own solutions to global health problems, analyzing ground breaking medical research, and applying basic anatomy and physiology principles in the field.

What:  5 week, 6 credit hour Study Abroad Course

Where:  NC State and Belize

How:  Apply to Study Abroad: Belize Program

Why:  To learn, grow, and serve!

For more information, check out our webpage:  go.ncsu.edu/globalhealth or see our flyer.

Questions?  Email: Dr. Beth overman (beth_overman@ncsu.edu)

ACC 10th Annual Meeting of the Minds

Deadline Feburary 25, 2015
Selected students will be notified by March 6, 2015

The Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Meeting of the Minds conference is held each spring and is hosted by one of the 15 ACC member schools.  It is funded in-part by revenue from athletic events.  The conference celebrates undergraduate research and provides an opportunity for sharing of ideas and collaboration.

ACC member schools include:
Boston College, Clemson University, Duke University, Florida State University, Georgia Tech, NC State University, Syracuse University, University of Louisville, University of Miami, University of North Carolina, University of Notre Dame, University of Pittsburgh, University of Virginia, Virginia Tech and Wake Forest University.

NC State undergrads are invited to apply to present their research project at the conference.  Only seven (7) students will be selected.
Applicants will need to provide a completed online application which includes:
1. A faculty letter of support (project does not have to be completed at NC State, but letter of support from the faculty mentor for project is required) (pdf upload only)
2. An Abstract (required)
3. Short paragraph describing how attending the ACC MOM is important in obtaining your career goals. (required)
4. Optional: Resume (pdf upload)

Please visit the website for more information: http://undergradresearch.dasa.ncsu.edu/share-research/acc-meeting-minds-2015

4th Annual Undergraduate Research “Speed Data-ing” Event

Students must register to be assured of being able to attend this event.  This event is designed to provide information on research that is occurring in departments on campus and the role of an undergraduate that would be doing research in that department.

This event is NOT designed to match students with mentors, identify research positions, or funding for research.  This event is best suited for students that have not done research or have limited experience and would like to know more about other research on campus.

Please complete the online registration. We will do our best to connect you to your 1st and 2nd choice disciplines during the event.  We strongly encourage students to register for departments outside their current field to identify research in other areas that they may be interested in learning more about.

UR Speed Data-ing will be held at Talley Student Center, February 25, 2015.  Please arrive by 5:00 pm. You will need to bring the confirmation email of your appointments for admittance.  Check In opens at 4:30 and light refreshments will be served starting at 4:45pm. Check In closes at 5:25pm. You will receive this email on Monday or Tuesday prior to the event. Register online at  http://undergradresearch.dasa.ncsu.edu/