ADAR
The National Institutes on Aging (NIA) funds the Advancing Diversity in Aging Research Program. The goal of the program is to prepare students to apply and be accepted into top-notch PhD programs by providing hands-on paid research experience working in the laboratory of a faculty member, paid summer research experience, seminars with visiting scientists, graduate program application development and personal statement workshops, financial assistance for research development, and travel funds to attend professional conferences. The program is open to full-time students willing to stay at SDSU for 3 years in the ADAR Program, who has a 3.3 grade point average or higher, and who are interested in getting hands-on research experience in psychology or biology studying topics such as neuropsychology, the relationship between brain and behaviors, or neuroscience. For more information on applying to the program, visit:https://sdsu-adar.wixsite.com/research or call the ADAR Program office at 619-594-6915.
DEADLINE: Open until filled
CSU-LSAMP@SDSU
Would you like to review your math, prepare for calculus and get paid for it? Are you interested in getting involved in STEM research? Then the California State University Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation program at SDSU is for you. The goal is to broaden participation in science, technology, engineering and mathematical (STEM) disciplines, and encourage more students to pursue graduate degrees in STEM fields. The program includes academic advising, 5-week summer math program, seminars/workshops, scholarships, book loans, GRE prep, travel awards and research participation stipends. For more info contact Thelma Chavez at thelma.chavez@sdsu.edu
DEADLINE: June 15 (Summer) & Rolling (Academic Year)
BSCRIP
Interested in pursuing a career in stem cell research while earning $3,000/month? Through the Bridges to Stem Cell Research Internship Program you will develop expertise in laboratory techniques needed to work in the field of regenerative medicine. You will be able to carry out your own research at places like Scripps or Salk or ThermoFisher. The program includes a stem cell laboratory techniques course, a full-time internship and several opportunities to present your research. Interns will also participate in community outreach and patient engagement activities. The program is open to junior and senior undergraduates and first year MS students pursuing a degree in biology, biochemistry, microbiology or other related natural sciences. For more information visit: https://bscrip.sdsu.edu/
DEADLINE: March 30 (undergraduates); open until filled (masters students)
CSU-LSAMP@SDSU
Would you like to review your math, prepare for calculus and get paid for it? Are you interested in getting involved in STEM research? Then the California State University Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation program at SDSU is for you. The goal is to broaden participation in science, technology, engineering and mathematical (STEM) disciplines, and encourage more students to pursue graduate degrees in STEM fields. The program includes academic advising, 5-week summer math program, seminars/workshops, scholarships, book loans, GRE prep, travel awards and research participation stipends. For more info contact Thelma Chavez at thelma.chavez@sdsu.edu DEADLINE: June 15 (Summer) & Rolling (Academic Year)
DEADLINE: June 15 (Summer) & Rolling (Academic Year)
CREATE Scholars
CREATE Scholars, from the San Diego State University / UC San Diego Cancer Research and Education to Advance HealTh Equity (CREATE) Partnership, is sponsored by the NIH/National Cancer Institute. We aim to grow the next generation of research scientists and professionals devoted to solving cancer health disparities. We offer a unique paid research internship, training, and mentorship opportunity to undergraduate students preparing for careers in research, STEM, healthcare, clinical social work, public health, and other jobs connected to cancer, cancer health disparities, and cancer prevention. The program is open to SDSU, SDSU-IV, and UCSD undergraduate students who have at least two years of college coursework, planning on obtaining a graduate degree(s) in a research-based STEM research-based field (MS, Ph.D.), public health (MPH), pharmacology (PharmD), clinical social work (MSW), clinical psychology (PsyD), health professional degree (e.g., PA, RN, MSN, DNP, MD, DO) or other certificate programs related to oncology (i.e., Certified Genetic Counselor). For more information, contact Mercedes Mendoza at mquintanaserrano@sdsu.edu or visit the website: https://createscholars.sdsu.edu. DEADLINE: February 14
GAP
The Graduate Access Program provides its students with general assistance in planning for graduate work leading to advanced degrees in the sciences, mathematics, and computer science. Each fall semester, the program offers a course, Biology 247, to provide support and assistance to students preparing applications to graduate school. For more information, contact Maureen Gibbins at 619-200-4940 or at mpaolini@sdsu.edu
HCOP
Interested in conducting undergraduate research? The Health Careers Opportunity Program (HCOP’s) Summer Undergraduate Research Scholars Program provides financial and academic support for low-income, first-generation, culturally diverse college students as they prepare for post-secondary education in health-related fields. For more information visit our website at https://education2.sdsu.edu/pci/undergraduate-research-lab
DEADLINE: May 5th, 2023
HPAO
The Health Professions Advising Office is a resource for students in any major planning a career in the following health professions: Medicine (M.D., D.O., and D.P.M.), Physician Assistant, Dentistry, Optometry, Pharmacy, and Veterinary Medicine. The Director, professional staff, and peer mentors support a community of pre-health professions students as they explore different health professions, plan and complete required course work, gain clinical experience, and provide service and leadership on campus and in the community. Additionally, HPAO assists applicants for admissions tests and the 15-month application process. HPAO also works closely with many pre-health student organizations. To start a pre-health advising profile, come to GMCS 323 or email hpao@sdsu.edu to speak to an advising assistant.. Be sure to check our web page at http://hpao.sdsu.edu
ICAN
Remember what it is like to be the newest or youngest member of a group or at a school? Wouldn’t it have been nice to have an experienced fellow student and a faculty member knowledgeable about the facilities and activities on campus serve as your “mentors”? If you agree, the weekly Introduction to Campus Activities and Networking program at SDSU is the program for you. For more information contact Dr. Estralita Martin at 619-594-1204, e-mail esmartin@sdsu.edu or visit https://casa.sdsu.edu/programs-for-first-year-students/
IRACDA
The Institutional Research and Academic Career Development Award is an NIH/NIGMS-sponsored program designed to provide three years of mentored, post-doctoral research in biomedical sciences and teaching training. IRACDA aims to promote links between UCSD and SDSU that lead to further collaborations in faculty research and student training and especially to promote the advancement of under-represented minorities. For more information, visit our web page at: http://iracda.ucsd.edu or email: ofc-iracda-sd@ucsd.edu
DEADLINE: April 15, 2020
ITEP
Become a teacher! Earn your bachelor’s degree and credential in 4 years through the Integrated Teacher Education Program! The ITEP pathway typically takes 4 years and integrates the bachelor’s and credential program so that you can complete your general education, major and credential coursework, and student teaching within the 4 years it takes to earn a bachelor’s degree. ITEP programs are offered for those who want to become elementary teachers, and secondary teachers in the areas of mathematics, social science, and chemistry. For more information, see
https://education.sdsu.edu/teach and contact Jackie Fuller, at jfuller@sdsu.edu
MARC U*STAR
The mission of the Maximizing Access to Research Careers program is to provide support for undergraduate students in the biomedical sciences behavioral sciences and engineering and to improve their preparation for high-caliber graduate training at the Ph.D. level. The MARC program provides funding for year-round research experiences here and summer research experiences at other institutions, as well as opportunities to present your research at local and national conferences. Most importantly, the MARC program assists in your development, as you become a competitive Ph.D. applicant. For more information contact Michelle Altemus via e-mail maltemus@sdsu.edu or visit our web page at https://marc.sdsu.edu/
DEADLINE: April 15
MESA
The SDSU Mathematics Engineering Science Achievement program provides academic support, “out of classroom” experiences and industry and alumni engagement, which help students succeed academically and develop professionally to achieve career goals. MESA students engage in “high impact” experiences, such as undergraduate research, first year seminar, learning communities and leadership development. MESA has supported students to become the engineers and physical science professionals needed by the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) industry to compete in today’s global marketplace. MESA is a postsecondary component of MESA California. For more information visit https://mesa.sdsu.edu/
DEADLINE: mid-June
NOYCE Scholars and Interns (MATHEMATICS)
The SDSU Mathematics Noyce Scholars and Interns Program focuses on recruitment of highly qualified and diverse mathematics majors into mathematics teaching. We offer the opportunity for undergraduate mathematics majors to work as tutors in middle school or high school. You might also have the opportunity to tutor college students or lead activities in Precalculus. Math Scholars get support, $12,500 scholarships*, for their credential year or their senior year in ITEP and will be part of a supportive community as new teachers. Contact Dr. Susan Nickerson at snickerson@sdsu.edu. See http://newscenter.sdsu.edu/education/crmse/noyce_project_math.aspx. (*Scholars agree to teach for two years.)
DEADLINE: April 1st or until filled
Pre-MARC
The Pre-Maximizing Access to Research Careers is an enrichment program open to first year and sophomore students majoring in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). The goal of the Pre-MARC program is to introduce students to research and mentoring. Students have the opportunity to participate in Learning Communities during the spring semester. For more information contact Thelma Chavez at thelma.chavez@sdsu.edu or visit https://marc.sdsu.edu/pre-marc/overview/ DEADLINE: GENS 250 class (spring semester)
