IDEA Student Center
WEEKLY E-NEWSLETTER 

IDEA Student Center                                                                      Winter | Week 5 | February 2015
Phone: 858.534.6105                                                                                    

Website: idea.ucsd.edu 

Location: 1st Floor of Jacobs Hall (EBU-1)

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FLASH FEATURE!
How to Write a Research Proposal  
Winter SWEET Workshop Series
Wednesday | February 4 | 4:30PM-5:30PM
Henry Booker Room, Jacobs Hall - 2nd floor

It is that time of year whereby many of you may be applying for summer research opportunities, research funding, and/or scholarships that require a proposal. RSVP for this workshop now!

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
GET INVOLVED with an undergraduate engineering student organization TODAY! Check out the events below and contact a campus organization to get more information!
National Society of Black Engineers
General Body Meeting
Tue | 2/10 | 6:30-8:30pm
BioEngineering Library Room 489, 4th floor
Meet fellow engineers and find out what events & opportunities are in store for the quarter!
Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers
General Body Meeting
Thu | 2/12 | 6:45-8pm
Location TBD
Meet fellow engineers and find out what events & opportunities are in store for the quarter!
Society of Women Engineers
General Body Meeting
Tue | 2/3 | 6:30-7:30pm
EBU-2, Room 105
Meet fellow engineers and find out what events & opportunities are in store for the quarter!
E-Week & DECaF Updates

E-Week is less than a month away! DECaF may still be on February 20th but don't forget, you can sign up today at the TESC website to be ready to earn volunteer hours for your organization! As always, this year's DECaF will need a lot of volunteers to make it even better than the last, so we will need your help! Join our Facebook Event to get the latest news on volunteer hours and fair updates! View more info here!
NOBCChE West Regional Meeting  
Call for Papers Due March 1, 2015
Sat | 3/28 | Time TBD
UC San Diego

You are cordially invited to attend the National Organization for the Professional Advancement of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers (NOBCChE - pronounced no-be-shay) West Regional Meeting being held March 28, 2015, at UC San Diego.We are looking for undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, faculty, and industry representatives for technical presentations in chemistry, chemical engineering, sustainable energy, and a broad range of related fields. Non-presenters are strongly encouraged to register as well. Get more event info | Learn more about the Call for Papers
SCHOLARSHIPS & FELLOWSHIPS
Find More Engineering Scholarships through UCSD
Deadline: February 9, 2015

The UCSD Engineering Scholarships are now available through the UCSD, easy to complete, online application. Access the application prompt now!
San Diego Social Innovation Challenge
Round 1 Deadline: February 16, 2015

We're looking for inspired individuals and teams that have the drive and brainpower to solve significant social or environmental problems. This year's challenge is open to all degree-seeking university students in San Diego and up to $35,000 will be awarded to fund social venture creation. Find out more through University of San Diego-Center for Peace and Commerce at sandiego.edu/cpc/sic or view the flyer here.
Buick Achievers Scholarship Program
Deadline: February 27, 2015 5pm EST

The Buick Achievers Scholarship Program rewards students who have succeeded both inside and outside of the classroom-and who may not be able to attend college without financial assistance. It's a reward for what you've made of yourself and the difference you are making for others. Up to $25,000 per year for 50 first-time freshmen or existing college students, renewable for up to four years and one additional year for those entering a qualified five-year engineering program. Get more info now!
RESEARCH & INTERNSHIPS
Undergraduate Research Scholarship
Application Deadline: February 9th, 2015,11:59pm

The Undergraduate Research Scholarship pays $4,000 for full-time summer research! This scholarship is open to ALL fields! REQUIREMENTS include: Research proposal, 1 letter of recommendation from faculty sponsor, and a Personal statement. Questions? Email [email protected] or call (858) 534-1774. Apply online at http://tinyurl.com/URS2015
Paid Summer Research at Northwestern University
Application Deadline February 15, 2015

The Materials Research Science and Engineering Center (MRSEC) at Northwestern University offers a 9-week, paid summer research experience for undergraduates. The students are paired up with some of the leading research professors in science and engineering fields. Research areas include ceramics, polymers, nanocomposites, photonics, nanoparticles, molecular electronics and biomaterials. View more info here!
PlayStation Summer Internship Opportunity
Application Deadline: February 15, 2015

PlayStation has announced their summer internship opportunities! Check out the listings now at PlayStation University!
USRA Reasearch Opportunities
Application Deadline: March 1, 2015

The Center for Space Nuclear Research (CSNR) invites undergraduate and graduate level students to experience cutting-edge research in nuclear power and propulsion technologies through our Summer Fellowship Program through the Center for Advanced Energy Studies. View more info here!
OSTP Policy Internship Program
Application Deadline: March 15, 2015

The Office of Science and Technology Policy is currently accepting applications for its Summer 2015 Policy Internship Program. Students who are U.S. citizens and who will be actively enrolled during the Fall 2015 semester are welcome to apply. Get more info here!
Undergraduate Research Portal at UC San Diego
For more info on research opportunities visit http://urp.ucsd.edu
Off-campus Summer Research Opportunities
If you're looking for summer research opportunities off-campus, check out an extensive list compiled by the IDEA Center now!
ENGINEERING TALKS
Gordon Engineering Leadership Forum
The Journey: Engineer to Innovator
Wednesday | February 11 | 5:30-7:30pm
Qualcomm Conference Center, Jacobs Hall

Please join us for the next Gordon Engineering Leadership Forum. We are excited to announce the keynote speaker will be Gioia Messinger. The Gordon Center believes this is an ideal opportunity for you to meet a true engineering leader and enhance your own leadership skills as an engineer. View the flyer | Get more event info
MEET WITH INDUSTRY
AFCEA Women in Computing
California Space Grant Consortium
Wednesday | February 11 | 4-6PM
Exhibit Hall, San Diego Convention Center (Off-campus)
FREE EVENT!

Join AFCEA International for the annueal Women's Appreciation Event celebrating Women in Computing. Featured speaker from the Anita Borg Institute, Home of the Grace Hopper Celebration of WIC. Register for the event!
CAMPUS COMMUNITY EVENTS
Cross-Cultural Center
Located on 2nd floor of Pice Center East
 
"The Sell-Fie": Learn How to "Sell" Your Skills for Career Success
Wed | 2/4 | 3-5pm
In this workshop, learn how to take this "selfie" approach and transfer those "feel good moments" from your student involvement, campus leadership and community work right into your career success! Presentation will be by Dr. Diane Forbes and small group discussions will be facilitated by staff advisors.
Women's Center
Located above Hi-Thai and near the Main Gym
 
F-Word Film Screening:
Saving Face
Thu | 2/5 | 6-8pm
This quarter, the Women's Center will be screening Saving Face. In this film, a Chinese-American lesbian and her traditionalist mother are reluctant to go public with secret loves that clash against cultural expectations. Join us for film, food, and conversation!
LGBT Resource Center
Located on top floor of Original Student Center
 
QTPOC After College: A conversation on power and privilege after college
Tue | 2/10 | 4-5:30pm
How do our identities change as a college student and upon graduation? How are these complicated when you are a first generation college student/grad? Come have a conversation about power, privilege, and the workforce.

Black Resource Center
Located above the General Store of the Original Student Center
 
Black Legacy Mural Reception
Wed | 2/11 | 5-7pm
Price Center 1st floor
The Black Legacy Mural came into existence as a result of of deliberate and dedicated activism from students, alumni and community members and the support of key faculty and staff members. RSVP!
Raza Resource Center
Located on 1st floor of SSC Bldg facing East


Dating While Being Queer & Raza
Thu | 2/12 | 2-3pm
Raza Resource Centro
A closed space for Raza identified students within the LGBT community or are questioning to discuss navigating the dating world as Raza or Latino/a queer folks. Snacks and light refreshments will be provided. More info!
Student Veterans Resource Center
Located above the Groundworks Books
 
The Student Veterans Resource Center provides opportunities for students to connect with groups and resources for veterans, active military, staff, faculty and their families. Be sure to stop by the center and find more information on their website!
MORE OPPORTUNITIES!
25th Annual MEChA High School Conference
Saturday | February 14 | 8am-6pm
UC San Diego 

M.E.Ch.A. (Movimiento Estudiantil Chican@ de Aztlan) de UC San Diego would like to invite you to our 25th Annual High School Conference! M.E.Ch.A is a student organization dedicated to serving our Latin@ community by addressing social issues, promoting higher education, engaging nuestra cultura in order to empower ourselves and our community. As well M.E.Ch.A  also addresses issues of the greater community by providing support to all underrepresented and underserved groups and standing in solidarity with communities domestically and transnationally that face institutional injustice. As such, our conference is specifically tailored to provide adequate access to higher education that is usually denied to underrepresented and underserved students. View the flyer for more info!
Cardinal Scholars Hiring Tutors
Online tutoring sessions $15/hour | In-person tutoring ranges from $23/hour-$50/hour

Cardinal Scholars is a service that connects tutors with elementary, middle school, high school, and college students seeking help. Tutoring sessions can take place at the student's home, at a nearby library, on the tutor's campus, or even via Skype. New tutors can join our platform to be considered for local opportunities that match their subject skills and weekly availability. Get more info here!
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