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Mathematical Biosciences Institute 2014 Undergraduate Research Program

2014 MBI Undergraduate Summer Research Program

June 2 – August 15, 2014

This program introduces students to exciting new areas of mathematical biology and  involves them in collaborative research with their peers and faculty mentors. The program consists of three parts – each with a mix of educational and social experiences:

  • Two-week Introduction (June 2-13, 2014): Tutorials, computer labs, and team efforts designed to introduce students to a variety of topics in mathematical biology.
  • Eight-week REU Program (June 16-August 8, 2014): An individualized research experience as part of a research team at a participating  institution. There are 14 projects to choose from.
  • Capstone Conference (August 11-15, 2014): A student centered conference featuring talks and posters by student researchers in math biology, keynotes by prominent math biologists, and a graduate studies recruitment fair.

Apply for the REU program

A complete application will require:

  • Two letters of reference
  • A ranked list of the three projects that you want to participate in (see above)
  • A statement indicating your reasons for wanting to participate in this program

For full consideration, completed applications must be received by Monday, January 27, 2014.

Applications for the TWO-WEEK INTRODUCTION ONLY will be due in April.

Applications for the CAPSTONE CONFERENCE ONLY will be due in June.

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MS Statistics Internship Opportunity

Analysis & Inference Inc.  is looking for statistical interns from the MS professional science master’s program. The company is a statistical consulting service in Philadelphia, PA. This is a half-time (20 hrs/week) paid position. More details can be found below.

The internships are for half-time work, or 20 hours a week, for periods to be determined beginning January, 2014, summer of 2014, and Fall/Winter 2014.  The salary is $400/week.  International students will require appropriate authorization to work off campus.

The responsibilities of the position are:  statistical analysis and computation; assisting with research as needed; and helping to establish standard operating methods for work on behalf of our clients.

Qualifications are training in statistics and computing at the MS level, a desire to make a contribution, and fluency in conversation.  Pluses are knowledge of R and Stata, sampling methods and Bayesian statistics.

Please write or email Dr. William B. Fairley including a resume.

Summer Reasearch Opportunities for Pure and Applied Mathematics

UCLA Research in Industrial Projects for Students (RIPS)

The Institute for Pure and Applied Mathematics (IPAM) at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) runs a unique summer program for undergraduate students. The Research in Industrial Projects for Students (RIPS) provides an opportunity for exceptional students in math and related disciplines to work in teams on real world research projects proposed by a sponsor from industry or a national lab. Sponsors have included Pixar, Microsoft, Symantec, Los Alamos, the Aerospace Corporation, Amgen, Arete, IBM, Standard & Poor’s, Jet Propulsion Lab, and many others. The RIPS web site gives the full details including a link to the online application. We encourage all bright, young students to apply, especially women and minorities.

This is an educational and very exciting two month program near the heart of Los Angeles at one of the premiere educational institutions in the United States. If accepted the program covers the student’s travel, housing and most meals, and offers a generous stipend. Students immerse themselves in research and learn how to deal with real world problems.

RIPS-Hong Kong

In addition to RIPS in Los Angeles, IPAM will offer RIPS-Hong Kong in 2014 in partnership with the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.  This is an exciting opportunity for U.S. undergrads to work with students from Hong Kong / China on projects sponsored by companies based in the region.  English is the only language required for participation.  The format is the same as RIPS-LA; two American and two Chinese students will form a team.

Application Information

The deadline for applications is February 12, 2014 . Students can apply online at the Rips homepage. (Note: graduating seniors are eligible for all programs; international students may apply for RIPS-LA only).

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Online Course Limitations for F-1 Students

Dear SJSU Advising Community,

Did you know that there are limitations on the number of online courses F-1 students can take each term to count toward full-time enrollment?

United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) F-1 regulations only allow 3 units of online coursework to count towards an international student’s full-time enrollment (12 units for undergraduates/ 9 units for graduate students).  Hybrid courses that require even minimal face-to-face contact are not considered to be online courses.  Please note that there is no restriction on the number of online classes F-1 students can take, but only 3 units of online courses can count towards full-time enrollment.

Please be aware of this policy when you advise F-1 students because their enrollment in more than one online course or three online units could impact their immigration status.  If you have any questions, please contact International Programs and Services at 408-924-5920

The policy (8 CFR 214.2(f)(6)(i)(G)) can be accessed on the USCIS website at http://www.uscis.gov/ilink/docView/SLB/HTML/SLB/0-0-0-1/0-0-0-11261/0-0-0-17197/0-0-0-17636.html

Regards,

Lael Adediji, Coordinator of Advising Information

 

Academic Advising and Retention Services (AARS)