The GSU chapter of the ACM presents
Summer Research Opportunities in Computer Science: REU, NSF, DOE programs
Dr. Gigi B. Ray, Chemistry
Coordinator of Undergraduate STEM Research
Coordinator of Undergraduate STEM Research
Thursday, September 25, 2008
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Room 230, University Center
There are many opportunities for students majoring in Computer Science to participate in research at another university for 8-10 weeks in summer 2009, and get paid for this! The National Science Foundation sponsors Research Experiences for Undergraduates programs (REU) in many science disciplines including Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Math, Chemistry, Biology, and interdisciplinary programs such as Bioinformatics, Cyberinfrastructure, Material Science or Neuroscience. The Department of Energy also funds programs in national labs (such as Oakridge in TN), for undergraduate and graduate students. The speaker will discuss how to find a program that suits your interests, a typical application process, program requirements, and what these programs are looking for in applicants. GSU students are eligible to apply to programs across the nation, which accept students from diverse backgrounds. Application materials are due in Jan/Feb 2009, so now is the time to start planning to have an educational and fun summer! Participants do research, attend career-oriented seminars, and go on scientific and social field trips like rafting, hiking, attending sports events or outdoor concerts. Your participation in a summer research program will strengthen your resume and boost your credentials for future applications to graduate or professional schools. After their summer experience many participants co-author publications and present their work at regional/national meetings, introducing them to an even broader dimension of their discipline.
Win a valuable door prize!
One lucky attendee will win a valuable prize.
The primary mission of the GSU Student Chapter of the ACM is to provide a series of lectures, events, and field trips throughout the regular school year to promote the education and professional development of students as well as faculty members. The GSU ACM receives no student activity fees and relies solely upon annual membership dues to pay for these events and all associated costs. While we try to keep our events open to the general student body in order to service the GSU community and to promote awareness of our organization, we are unable to do so unless we maintain a sufficient number of dues paying members. If you attend (or plan to attend) any of our events, please consider joining us and contributing to our continued success. There are few burdens of membership yet many benefits, and the cost is only $10 per year.
