Announcements

The Institute for Mathematical and Statistical Innovation (IMSI) is hosting the 3rd iteration of the Summer Undergraduate Mathematics and Statistics Accelerator (SUMSA) this summer.

IMSI is a mathematical sciences research institute funded by the National Science Foundation and located at the University of Chicago. Our mission is to apply rigorous mathematics and statistics to urgent, complex scientific and societal problems, and to spur transformational change in the mathematical sciences and the mathematical sciences community.

SUMSA (June 16 - August 8, 2025)

The Summer Undergraduate Mathematics and Statistics Accelerator (SUMSA) is an eight week mathematics and statistics bootcamp for undergraduates which will take place June 16 - August 8, 2025 on the campus of the University of Chicago. The program’s aim is to help prepare students for the rigors of graduate school through lecture series and problem sessions.  It will cover core material in linear algebra, topology of metric spaces, advanced calculus, and probability.  This program is open to students who will be rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors at U.S. colleges and universities and will be at least 18 years old at the time the program begins.

Please pass this information along to any students whom you feel might be interested.  Further information and the application are available on the program’s web page.  Applications are due by February 14, 2025, and letters for recommendation are due February 21, 2025. 

Questions for SUMSA can be emailed to sumsa@imsi.institute

The Institute for Computational and Experimental Research in Mathematics invites applications for Summer@ICERM 2025, a seven-week residential program designed for a select group of 18-22 undergraduate scholars.

Applications will be accepted via MathPrograms.org. Learn more about the program:

Building Useful Insights from Local Data through Sustainable partnerships (BUILDS)

Organizer: Dr. Rachel Levy (North Carolina State University Mathematics, Data Science and AI Academy)

Faculty Instructors: Dr. Mohammad Meysami (Clarkson University Mathematics), Dr. Jeffrey Humpherys (Industry Data Scientist), Dr. Katherine Socha (Northeastern University Khoury College of Computer Science)

Summer@ICERM 2025: Building Useful Insights from Local Data through Sustainable partnerships (BUILDS) aims to introduce students with limited experience to data science through projects related to global food systems, food production, and food security.

Data science is the process of turning information into insights. In this program, you will learn to address local and global data science challenges broadly related to the theme of food posed by community partners. Your goal will be to develop flexible solutions that could work for community partners who have similar challenges but different local contexts. Faculty leaders will help you learn how to communicate your solutions to audiences that may not have a technical or data science background. They will also provide information and encourage you to think about how your learning might connect to future educational pathways, internship opportunities, and careers.

While all undergraduate data science beginners from any major are welcome, rising sophomores are encouraged to apply.

There are no prerequisites for your participation, other than a strong interest in

• getting an introduction to data science and beginning programming in Python,
• learning by doing (and willingness to make mistakes!),
• collaborating on data problems with other students and with community partners (who may also have no experience with data science or programming), and
• working on communication skills and career preparation.

Funding*

• Participating students will receive a $3,500 stipend.
• Providence, RI room, board, and travel funding will be provided.
• *Brown students who choose not to live in the dorm will waive ICERM-provided housing and meal funding.

Important Notes

• Applicants must be matriculating undergraduate students at the start of Summer@ICERM 2025.
• Funding is available for 1-2 students who are not US citizens or permanent residents.

Apply via MathPrograms.org by February 4!

The McBryde Math Tutoring Lab is hiring for Spring 2025. Apply here.

If you needs course materials (textbooks, access codes, etc) and cannot afford them, submit the College of Science Emergency Funds for Course Materials Application on Scholarship Central.

Reminder: If you need emergency funds beyond course materials, complete the Dean of Student's Student Emergency Fund

The Global Education Office (GEO) Scholarship application cycle for Fall 2025 (and fall embedded) programs is open with an application deadlines of February 6.

GEO Scholarship

• This is a financial need-based scholarship. However, consideration is also given to financial need that may not be addressed by the FAFSA. Therefore, it is not necessary to have a FAFSA on file. 
• Award amount: $2,500 to $5,000
• Requirements: 2.5 GPA minimum, fulltime fall semester enrollment (credits must be a necessary part of their degree)
• Application: through Scholarship Central

Steger Center Room and Board Fund

• Award amount: $2,500
• Requirements: 2.5 GPA minimum, participation in a semester-long Steger Center program (minimum of 12 VT credits)
• Application: to be considered for this scholarship, students must apply for the GEO Scholarship (see above)

Nyfeler Scholarship (Steger Center)

• Students need to identify a project that will enhance their Steger experience for which they need to submit a proposal
• Award amount: $2,000
• Requirements: 2.5 GPA minimum, participation in a semester-long Steger Center program (minimum of 12 VT credits)
• Application: through Scholarship Central

James Madison University's Department of Mathematics & Statistics is hosting an NSF Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) in Summer 2025:  https://www.jmu.edu/mathstat/reu/index.shtml. 

Stipend: $7,000

Program Dates: May 21 - July 30, 2025

Application: Please apply here using math programs.org.  Application deadline is February 24, 2025.

Click here for a list of 2025 Projects

Formerly known as the Cyber Scholarship Program, the Cyber Service Academy Program aims to recruit and retain the nation's top cyber talent by offering financial support and mentorship as students prepare for the workforce.

The DoD CSA Scholarship Program will cover all tuition, required fees and books, and a laptop for first year students; it will also provide a $29,000 per year stipend for undergraduates and a $34,000 per year stipend for graduate students. This program is aimed at rising juniors, rising seniors, and all graduate students who are interested in cyber security careers withing the Department of Defense, and who are in a degree program of interest to the DoD (Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, CMDA, BIT Cyber, and other programs that are applicable to the field of cybersecurity.

Through this program the Hume Center has been able to assist several students successfully apply and obtain this scholarship each year of the past 5 years. We are hoping to add a minimum of 5-8 additional students this year. Due to Virginia Tech’s outstanding reputation, Virginia Tech students tend to be very competitive in the selection process for the program. Current students are slated to work at organizations across the DoD and Intelligence Community, including Naval Sea Systems Command (Red Team), Space and Naval Warfare Systems, U.S. Air Force Cyber Hunt, and the National Security Agency.

Learn more about the program here.

Are you interested in learning more about a niche math topic that isn't offered as a course at VT? Have you been itching to try an independent study but haven't had the chance? Are you interested in research but not quite ready for the full commitment? Now is the time to explore!

The Directed Reading Program is a mathematics mentorship program pairing graduate student mentors with undergraduate mentees in a semester long reading project on interesting, unique topics that you may not encounter in a regular classroom.

Read about the program at our website here. Applications are now open, and will close on Monday, January 27^th at 11:59pm. 

If you have any questions, please contact Jordan Jackson (jgjacks4@vt.edu), Jenny Smucker (jennifer21@vt.edu), or Will Mahaney (mahaney1@vt.edu).

• Join the College of Science, the Office of Undergraduate Research, and Career and Professional Development to talk about summer research applications! We will have time to review your resume too, so bring a draft. 
• January 29th at 5:30 pm
• Davidson 125
• Find more information and register at the College of Science GobblerConnect

The first Spring 2025 event of the Math Career Connection Series will be this Wednesday, January 29!

About the Speaker: Dr. Zerotti Woods, is the Chief Scientist of the ISRT group in the Force Projection Sector of The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory. He is also the Co-Chair of the Engineering for Professionals Data Science Department focusing on applied mathematics at Johns Hopkins Whiting School of Engineering. He earned his bachelor’s degree in mathematics from Morehouse College. He earned a master’s degree and Ph.D. in mathematics from The University of Georgia. His research interests are in the regularization of deep neural networks, optimal planning, explainable AI, and how to use AI for decision-making.

• Date: Wednesday, January 29
  
• Time: 3:45-4:45pm
  
• Location: 310 Kelly Hall
  
• Title: A Few Open Questions of Interest in the Field of Artificial Intelligence
  
• Abstract: The field of artificial intelligence and how it can be applied has become a topic of discussion in many arenas. The Department of Defense has engaged in various ways on how our national security can benefit from artificial intelligence and equally important, how we can best defend against threats to our national security from artificial intelligence. In this talk, we will discuss a few open questions that the DOD has been interested in and discuss the nuances and opportunities from these interests.

[Click here for event flyer]

• University Libraries has created a six module, online, FREE program for you to develop research skills, which can be applied in any field. The Advanced Research Skills program begins on January 27th, but you can register now.
• See the six module topics and registration directions on the ARS website. 

• The Data Science at Scale Summer School was inaugurated in 2013 to recruit outstanding students to the laboratory to participate in data intensive science projects. Students work on topics such as machine learning, data compression, large data analysis, scientific visualization, topological data analysis, etc. for large scientific data analysis. The school starts approximately mid-May and runs through mid-September. Students pick a 10-12 week window in this time frame to conduct their summer internship on a specific project as part of the team. This flexibility allows for differences in quarter vs. semester school schedules and specific needs of the internship project.
• For more information click here. 

• The title of this scholarship program calls back to a time when many Asian immigrants looked upon America as a mountain of golden opportunities for themselves and their families. Awardees of the scholarship seek dreams of higher education, which are not only the dreams of the students but also of their parents and extended family. Since its initiation, the OCA-UPS® Gold Mountain Scholarship has provided over 160 scholarships to Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) first-gen high school seniors.
• Since 2020, the OCA-UPS® Gold Mountain Scholarship has been extended to rising college seniors. This year, first-gen college students who identify as AANHPI and will be starting their senior year of college during the upcoming fall term will be awarded $2,500 each.
• Application Due: March 18th
• Learn more at the OCA National website. 

The Hume Center Summer Internship Program is a 10-week internship program starting on May 19, 2025, based in Virginia Tech National Security Institute locations in both Blacksburg and Arlington.

Interns will perform novel research as a team member on existing projects with real-world stakeholders and use cases. They will receive individual mentorship from experienced, technical researchers while sharing a summer research experience with a diverse cohort of students. Their work will directly contribute to the national security and domestic prosperity of the nation. 

Offers will be sent out on a rolling basis starting on January 29 and continuing through May 2025.

APPLY NOW

Basic Needs Support (Spring 2025)

Compiled by Virginia Tech COS Broadening Participation

All resources listed are available for undergraduate and graduate students

Dean of Students Office Student Emergency Fund (University Wide)

• The Student Emergency Fund (SEF) is used as a last resort to support currently enrolled students who, through no fault of their own, experienced a one-time financial hardship with related unexpected expenses or loss of income and the student is now facing conflict or disaster, housing or food insecurity, an inability to continue their education mid-term, or the need to travel for a personal or family emergency.
• The average grant is $750. You can apply here.

College of Science Emergency Funds for Course Materials (COS Students Only)

• If you need course materials (textbooks, access codes, etc) and cannot afford them, complete this application on Scholarship Central. We will be awarding to both new students and continuing students.

Financial Wellness Coaching (University Wide)

• Have questions about money? Stressed about your finances? Hokie Wellness offers one on one Financial Wellness Coaching. Coaching sessions can cover budgeting, credit, and student loans.
• Sign up via the Financial Wellness website

The Market of Virginia Tech: Open Hours (University Wide)

• Drop in during their open hours (bring your own bags!)
• Thursdays:  3 pm to 7pm
• Fridays: 9 am to 12 p.m.
• There will be 5 Saturday options as well this semester from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on the following dates: 2/1/25, 2/8/25, 3/22/25, 4/5/25, 4/26/25
• No need to sign up ahead of time. Open hours are truly open for students to pick up food items from The Market!

The Market of Virginia Tech: Full Service (University Wide)

• Need food assistance beyond open hours? Contact the Dean of Student’s office to enroll in full-service Market pickups, which will have enough food for seven days’ worth of meals
• Currently there is a waitlist for the full-service pick up, but you can still apply to be added to the waitlist at the link above.

209 Marketplace (University Wide)

• Located at the Wesley Foundation at 209 W. Roanoke Street, 209 Marketplace is a donation-based, emergency, local food pantry that provides food, toiletries, and school supplies free to Virginia Tech students in need. No application is needed to shop and students do not need to be affiliated with the Wesley foundation or the United Methodist campus ministry.
• Hours: Monday and Thursday 4:30-6:30 pm
• Learn more about 209 Marketplace

Other Food Support Available

• Interfaith Food Pantry
• Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
• You may be eligible for SNAP benefits if:
• you participate in a state or federally financed work study program, have a physical or mental disability, work at least 20 hours a week in paid employment, other student eligibility details here
• New River Valley Food Assistance Directory
• Food Support Information from Dean of Students

Career Outfitters

• Career Outfitters provides currently-enrolled Virginia Tech students the opportunity to view and select free clothing that has been donated. The clothing available is appropriate for professional use, such as for career fairs, networking events, or interviews. Appointments required. This service is provided by Career and Professional Development.

Need Support Not Listed Here?

• The Dean of Student’s office is your one stop shop for resources.
• Walk-in: 109 New Hall West
• Email: dean.students@vt.edu
• Phone: 540-231-3787
• Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
• After Hours/Weekends, 365 days a year: 540-231-6411, press 1

Interested in helping?

• The Market at Virginia Tech hosts service-learning opportunities throughout the academic year. If you are interested in participating in these events, please visit their page on GobblerConnect.
• The Market at Virginia Tech takes monetary donations, and 209 Marketplace takes monetary donations and food donations. Learn what 209 Marketplace needs on their website.

Have you had an amazing professor who went above and beyond in an Introductory class?

Nominate them for the University Sporn Award: a student-selected award for teaching excellence in introductory subjects.

Nominations close Friday, February 7, 2025.

The nomination form can be found at https://forms.gle/zvmzDYBCDscXdskN7

For more information, contact Dr. Michael Berg, Sporn Faculty Advisor, at bergm@vt.edu

Dear Colleague,  

Virginia Tech and Clemson University are hosting the sixth MORE: Mathematics - Opportunities in Research and Education workshop April 26-27, 2025, on the campus of Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, VA. Please share this announcement with your students and colleagues. We encourage all mathematics (and similar) majors to apply.  

MORE  will bring together undergraduate students interested in mathematical sciences to learn about opportunities as they continue to pursue their mathematics education and career.  In addition to learning about opportunities to progress in the field of mathematics, students will participate in hands-on activities and engage collaboratively in working on hot topics in mathematics. The workshop will feature invited speakers, activities, and panels on topics important to undergraduates. Throughout the workshop, students will have the opportunity to engage with faculty, graduate students, and postdocs, among others with careers in mathematics.  Our hope is to demystify the graduate school experience in the mathematical sciences to broaden the prospects of students as they near the end of their undergraduate careers. 

Funding is available for lodging and other travel costs (such as mileage to and from Virginia Tech from a reasonable distance). All meals will be provided. A virtual option is available to those unable to travel. Virtual participants will be able to attend lecture and panel events on the schedule only.  

First generation college students and students from underrepresented groups in the mathematical sciences are especially encouraged to apply. The deadline for applications is February 15, 2025, 11:59 p.m. EST. 

Additional information and application information may be found at the conference website: https://intranet.math.vt.edu/MORE/MORE2025/index.html.

For any questions, please contact us at MORE.math.opportunities@gmail.com. 

Did you know that each year the Math Department gives out over $65,000 in scholarships to 30+ students? Want to maximize your chances of winning a Math Department scholarship?

How to Apply:

1. Complete the General Application in Scholarship Central
2. Provide additional information including a CV/resume to the Math Department Scholarship Committee. (Be sure to log in to Google with your VT credentials: vtpid@vt.edu)
3. Complete the FAFSA (optional)

Math Department Deadline to complete all three forms: January 31, 2025

SEED is one of the largest student-managed equity investment portfolios in the nation, with over $5 million in assets under management. Fueled by the ambitious goal of outperforming the S&P 500 Index, SEED provides students with a unique blend of hands-on experience and an exceptional training program. Over the group’s 30-year history, the organization has maintained a 100% placement rate and provided students with the skills necessary to lead successful and fulfilling careers.

Recruitment Schedule:

Interest Meeting #1 

01.27.2025  |  6:00 PM in D&DS 150

Alumni Panel

01.30.2025  |  6:00 PM in NCB 250

Interest Meeting #2

02.04.2025  |  6:00 PM in NCB 250

Restaurant Meet & Greet

02.06.2025  |  5:30 PM at Mellow Mushroom

Application Deadline

02.07.2025  |  Due by 11:59 PM

*Check Instagram for location updates

• Freshman and Sophomores from all majors
• Motivated students interested in investing

Questions?

Website: seed.pamplin.vt.edu

Instagram: vt_seed

The Graduate and Professional Student Senate (GPSS) Research Symposium is now accepting applications for abstracts for 3-5 minute talks, 10-15 minute talks and posters. The Microsoft form for the application is: https://forms.office.com/r/T77pi5djjr. All graduate students and senior undergraduates are invited to apply. Lunch and dinner are provided. The Research Symposium will take place on Wednesday, March 26th from 9am-8pm in the Graduate Life Center. Abstracts are due by 11:59pm on Friday, February 21. 

We are excited to announce the second annual meeting of the Mid-Atlantic Regional Math Alliance (MARMA), which will be held March 22, 2025 at the University of Virginia (Charlottesville, VA). This meeting will feature the following activities:

• A Plenary talk by Dr. Farrah Jackson Ward, Professor and Provost and Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs at Elizabeth City State University. 
• A Panel on Opportunities for Undergraduate Students
• A Panel on Inclusive Teaching and Pedagogy
• Poster presentations by Students
• A Round-Table Discussion on issues related to broadening participation in mathematics, the future of MARMA and more.
• Opportunities to connect with Mid-Atlantic Regional Math Alliance members from VA, WV, DE, and DC. 

Among the goals of MARMA are creating a community of students and researchers in the Mid-Atlantic region committed to broadening participation in the mathematical sciences. With this in mind, we encourage attendance by faculty, postdocs, grad students, undergraduates, and anyone else who wishes to participate in the one-day event. Funding for travel and accommodation may be available. 

More information about the meeting, along with a link for registration, can be found on the Spring Meeting Website.  Registration for the meeting is free and can be completed on the website. It would be very helpful if you could apply as soon as possible, and before March 8, especially if you plan to present a poster. The priority deadline for funding consideration is February 15. 

• The College of Science seeks applicants for Camp Counselors for residential science camps for middle school and high school students in the summer of 2025. We need counselors for days and overnights. Applicants can apply for day or night positions and for one or more camps. Both undergraduates and graduate students are encouraged to apply!
• Full job descriptions, compensation, dates of employment, and the application itself are available through Handshake. 
• The deadline to apply is Wednesday, Feb 8 at 9:00 am.

• Field Inclusive Travel Awards help support students, to attend a scientific conference, training, or workshop.
• One Field Inclusive Travel Awards ($2000) will be awarded to a student (undergraduate, masters, doctoral, or postdoc), to help attend a scientific conference, training, or workshop taking place in the Summer 2025 year.
• The application deadline is April 1, 2025 at 11:59 PM ET.
• Find more information on the Field Inclusive website. 

Join us for our spring organization showcase event to connect with over 170 student organizations looking for new members and promoting upcoming events, including many new organizations that were added during the Fall 2024 semester.

Date and Time

Friday, January 31 2025 at 4:00- 6:00 PM EST

Location

Squires Student Center, 290 College Avenue, Blacksburg, VA

We will be hosting a sensory-friendly portion of our event from 4:00pm-4:30pm. We will be limiting the amplified sound and encouraging our participants to create a welcoming environment for our campus community. 

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Rachel McLaughlin at (540) 231-5028 or at rkqmclaughlin@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 5 business days prior to the event.

The Math Department is hiring Learning Assistants to assist with active learning in the following large lecture courses:

• MATH 1014: Precalculus with Transcendentals
• MATH 1025: Elementary Calculus
• MATH 1026: Elementary Calculus

Apply here: https://forms.gle/wpxJCPozJauWZhC29

More information, including the job requirements, starting salary, and preferred qualifications, can be found in the form.

NOTE: If you have taken higher-level calculus courses, such as MATH 1225, MATH 1226, or MATH 2204, you are also qualified to apply for these positions!

Join Career and Professional Development to enhance your leadership potential and build the skills that employers are looking for!

This series will focus on the Leadership Professional Competency, providing valuable insights and strategies for developing your leadership potential.

Upcoming Sessions:

Unlocking Leadership: Styles and Skills for the Workplace

• Discover your unique leadership  style and learn how to elevate your impact in the workplace.
• Tuesday, February 4th, 5:30 - 6:30 PM | Virtual

Discover Your Leadership DNA: Reflect, Lead, and Explore 

• Reflect on your personal leadership traits by exploring your strengths
• Tuesday, March 4th, 5:30 - 6:30 PM | Virtual

Leadership in Practice: Insights from Alumni

• Engage in a panel discussion where alumni will share their experience, insights, and career journeys.
• Thursday, April 3rd, 5:30 - 6:30 PM | Virtual

Register on Handshake for the Skillshop Series

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your leadership skills!

Are you preparing for upcoming career fairs, interviews, or other professional events? If so, you need professional attire to make a great first impression!

Career and Professional Development is hosting a Career Outfitters Pop-up Shop on Wednesday, January 29th where undergraduate and graduate students can shop for FREE professional attire and accessories in preparation for the upcoming career fair season.

• Smith Career Center's 2nd floor
• Wednesday, January 29
• 10:00 - 2:00

If you need accommodations to attend, please email careeroutfitters@vt.edu

Free event! We will make customizable stuffed animals on the 3rd floor of the Johnston Student Center from 1-3 pm. More Info Here

Join the Pride Center on Thursday, January 30 from 4-6pm for community, music, food, and more as we celebrate the beginning of a new semester! This event features a macaroni and cheese bar with toppings and free pride flag shoelaces while supplies last. More Info Here

ExperienceVT Peer Coaching, is a free resource designed to help students live their best lives at Virginia Tech, and beyond. Whether you’re looking for ways to get involved, make connections, or create a more fulfilling college experience, a trained peer coach (who is also a student at Virginia Tech) can help you explore what matters most to you and learn how to take actionable steps toward your goals.

If you’re interested in learning more, or have questions, simply scan the QR code or complete this short interest form. A coach will follow up with more information to help you decide if it’s right for you.

 The Market at VT, our food pantry, has extended hours for December. You can find the full hours at the link and copied below: https://foodaccess.vt.edu/ No signup is required for the open hours - just drop by as long as you have your own bag!

Extended Open Market Hours (December 2024)

Location: 801 University City Blvd., Blacksburg, VA, 24060

• Thursday, December 5: 1-7 p.m.
• Friday, December 6: 9-11:30 a.m. & 3-6 p.m.
• Saturday, December 7: 10-2 p.m.
• Tuesday, December 10: 9:30-11:30 a.m.
• Wednesday, December 11: 1-4 p.m.
• Thursday, December 12: 1-7 p.m.
• Friday, December 13: 9-11:30 a.m. & 3-6 p.m.
• Saturday, December 14: 10-2 p.m.
• Monday, December 16: 10-2 p.m.
• Tuesday, December 17: 9:30-11:30 a.m.
• Wednesday, December 18: 10-4 p.m.

Note: Please bring your own bag when visiting The Market.

The Office of the Actuaries at the U.S. Office of Personnel Management is looking for students to hire for internship positions during the summer.

The job announcement can be found directly at https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/822376900 and will open on December 9^th.

Click here for more information.

ATTENTION STUDENTS PARTICIPATING IN UNPAID OR UNDERPAID INTERNSHIPS!

Career and Professional Development is excited to announce the Ut Prosim Internship Support Fund for Spring 2025. 

Undergraduate students from any academic major at Virginia Tech may apply for funds to support unpaid or underpaid internships with companies or organizations within the Commonwealth of Virginia that directly contribute to the public good, regardless of industry.

Students may receive financial assistance for up to $5,000. Funds may be used for: 

• tuition
• transportation costs
• housing and moving expenses
• childcare
• required equipment or uniforms  

For more information and to apply online visit the Ut Prosim Internship Support Fund webpage.

Application deadline for Spring 2025 internships is January 31, 2025.

The Spring 2025 application for observation at Schiffert Health Center is open. See more below:

The Schiffert Health Center Student Observation Program provides an opportunity for students to obtain shadowing hours with our on-campus clinicians and nurses. Previous students have taken advantage of this on-campus shadowing experience.

Students accepted into the program will be able to observe up to 4 hours per week with the opportunity to shadow different providers. This is a shadowing and learning experience, not a paid position or internship. The observation program will run for the entirety of the semester.

For questions or additional information please contact Jocelyn Hotter at jihotter@vt.edu.

The Spring 2025 application is OPEN. The application will close on Wednesday, January 8th at 11:45PM.

See the application here: https://healthcenter.vt.edu/about/student_volunteers.html

• Come by the APIDA+ Center (Squires 140) to pick up a free cup of ramen! Toppings and ramen are first come, first serve. Hot water will be provided by Dining Services
• December 12th from 11 am to 12 pm

• All expenses paid undergraduate research conference on March 28th to 30th, 2025.
• Applications close January 20th, 2025 at 5 pm
• Find out more from the Office of Undergraduate Research website.

• University Libraries has created a six module, online, FREE program for you to develop research skills, which can be applied in any field. The Advanced Research Skills program begins on January 27th, but you can register now.
• See the six module topics and registration directions on the ARS website. 

• The MEDSE Bootcamp offers an incredible opportunity for students to explore the medical field, develop essential skills, and connect with healthcare professionals. We believe that learning about the medical field can be valuable to all students, regardless of their academic discipline.
• Date: February 22nd, 2025
• Application Deadline: February 1st, 2025
• Application: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/MEDSE2025

• SHPEP is a free summer enrichment program focused on improving access to information and resources for college students interested in the health professions. SHPEP’s goal is to strengthen the academic proficiency and career development of students from economically or educationally disadvantaged backgrounds and those with demonstrated interest in issues affecting underserved populations to prepare them for a successful application and matriculation to health professions schools
• Application closes February 5th.
• Learn more about the program and application cycle on the SHPEP website. 

• Students participate in research internships by working with leading NIDA scientists at universities across the United States for eight weeks during the summer. The internship may include laboratory experiments, data collection, data analysis, formal courses, participation in lab meetings, patient interviews, manuscript preparation, and literature reviews. In addition, each intern will have an opportunity to deliver a brief presentation on their research project at the end of the internship.

• NIDA is now accepting summer internship applications for the 2025 NIDA Summer Research Internship Program. Apply now and reach out to Ms. Julie Huffman if you have any questions. The deadline to apply is January 6, 2025.

• The APS Bridge Program is here to support students who are still determining their next steps after their bachelor's degree in physics or a related field. Through the Bridge Program, students from historically underrepresented groups in physics can pursue their passion for physics through placement in a masters or PhD program if they have not already been accepted to a graduate program.
• The application for the APS Bridge Program opens December 15th. Find out more on the APS website.

• What is CUBE? The Collaborative Undergraduate Biostatistics Experience (CUBE) is an 8-week training program designed to give motivated rising seniors in mathematics, data science, and/or statistics the opportunity to engage in a full-time (~40 hours/week) collaborative data science project, along with related professional development seminars, social events, and a final symposium where students will present their research.  The data analysis projects are based on real world, health-related questions posed by subject matter investigators and collaborators.
• Where is the program located? The Center for Biostatistics and Health Data Science (CBHDS) at Virginia Tech (VT), is academically housed in the Department of Statistics on the Blacksburg campus, with offices physically located in Roanoke. 
• Is there a stipend? Yes, selected candidates will receive a $4,800 stipend (cost of food/meals included in the stipend), along with housing, and social outings (pandemic permitting).
• Program Dates: June 9th, 2025 to August 1st, 2025.
• How can you apply? Specific details on the program can be found here. 

• SIParCS (pronounced sigh-parks) is for university students (both undergraduate and graduate students) who are interested in pursuing careers in such areas as:
  

1. Application Optimization
2. Data Science
3. Machine Learning
4. Numerical Methods
5. Software Engineering
6. Supercomputing Systems Operations
7. Visualization

• Applicants must be enrolled in a U.S. university and available 40 hours per week from May 19-August 1, 2025 (tentative dates). 
• January 21, 2025: Application deadline (11:59 p.m. MST) Students can find the full list of projects on the SIParCS website. 

• NSF SOARS Protégés can participate for up to four (4) summers conducting research in atmospheric and earth-system sciences. NSF SOARS offers comprehensive financial support for summer research, conference travel, as well as undergraduate and graduate school funding. NSF SOARS invites students from multiple STEM disciplines -- including chemistry, ecology, engineering, geography, mathematics, meteorology, physics, and the social sciences--to deepen their expertise in understanding the Earth’s Atmosphere.
• Applications for 2025 are open. Learn more on the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research website.

• Intern will work in coordination with major gift officers and other staff to complete prospect research in advance of donor meetings and visits, using tools such as WealthEngine and Foundation Search. Assist with determining capacity, previous giving history, and philanthropic interests. Maintain updated information in pan-institutional database. Work with National Air and Space Society members and the Air & Space Quarterly magazine. Assist with correspondence needs.
• Length: 10 weeks, full-time. Stipend: $7,500
• Learn more about the Advancement Intern, along with other communications & education internships on the Air and Space Museum website. 

• Virginia Tech is committed to ensuring the success of its students. To help achieve this goal, the College of Science and its departments offer multiple scholarships that support students' education and research.
• You must submit a 25-26 FAFSA to be considered for College of Science Scholarships.
• You can find the full list of COS scholarships on the College of Science Scholarship webpage. Applications are due January 22nd. 

• The Ernest Quintana and Marty Sterkel Education Scholarship supports young adults with a professional interest in public lands and national parks, promoting a diverse community and workforce for the future.
• Application closes December 31st
• Review requirements for the application the Western National Parks Association webpage. 

• RSF’s Progress of Ideas Scholarship program has a focus on economic equity and social justice, and its drive to discern and challenge the drivers of inequality in our systems of governance and taxation.
• The scholarship supports the cost of attendance for students in fields of study related to the organization’s mission. We are seeking recipients whose lived experiences have engendered in them a commitment to social justice and a drive to make the world a better place for all people.
• Be pursuing the following areas of study: Economics, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Finance or Real Estate, History, Geography, Philosophy, Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy, Sociology, Urban Analytics, Urban Studies.
• Application closes January 30th. Find out more information on the Progress of Ideas website. 

• Be sure to submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by January 22nd to be considered for the max amount of financial aid from Virginia Tech. 
• Start a 2025-2026 FAFSA Form on the Federal Student Aid site. 

Pathways to Science also has a database of over 700 research experiences for undergraduates (REUs). You can find the database and application tips & tricks on the Pathways to Science website. 

Join us on December 10th in Commonwealth Ballroom from 12pm-4pm for our Relaxation Station setup!! Come take advantage of our many free resources, such as massages, yoga, coffees, and more!! We can't wait to see you there!

• Tuesday, December 10
• 12-4pm
• Squires Commonwealth Ballroom

Click here for info and RSVP

Are you interested in mastering writing techniques used in the intelligence community? This self-paced, asynchronous course, designed by Professor Ken Stiles, introduces and demonstrates the Bottom Line Up Front (BLUF) writing style. The Canvas course comprises multiple modules, each taking about 2 hours, with a total duration of around 10 hours. The due date for completion of the course is May 15, 2025.

Upon completion, you'll receive a digital certificate to showcase your proficiency in BLUF-styled writing and enhance your resume. For the Spring semester, we're offering this course to the first 20 students. Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis, and you must complete the course by the end of the semester. Submissions are reviewed but not graded.

If interested, please complete this form: Secure your spot now!

The Center for Cryptographic Research of the USF is organizing an REU Site program on Cryptography and Coding Theory in Summer 2025 (05/26 to 08/01). This program is organized in collaboration between the departments of mathematics, computer science, and electrical engineering. Basic information about the program, as well as the application link are available on the following webpage: https://www.usf-crypto.org/reu-program/. Applications are now open, and will close on 01/19/2025.

• We provide on-campus housing free of charge.
• Participants receive a $700/week stipend
• Research projects concern cryptography, coding theory, and quantum computing.
• We seek mathematics or computer science majors (or relevant fields). Linear algebra is a plus.
• Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or permanent resident (Green Card).
• Applicants must not graduate before the Fall 2025 semester.

There are also graduate fellowship opportunities available in the areas of cryptography, coding theory and quantum computing for students planning to apply for graduate school for next year. 

All undergraduate students at Virginia Tech are invited to submit an original poem to The Giovanni-Steger Poetry Prize contest, established by the late President Emeritus Charles W. Steger and University Distinguished Professor Nikki Giovanni, retired. The first-place prize is $1,500. The second-place prize is $800 and third-place is $500. The prize is administered by Professor Giovanni and judged by a committee of faculty from various disciplines at the university.

Writers of the top ten poems chosen by the Giovanni-Steger Poetry Prize Committee will be notified within six weeks of the submission deadline. All participants are invited to attend a celebration at the Moss Arts Center, but the top ten must agree to attend and participate in the reading. First, second, and third place prize winners will be revealed at the event.

The top ten poets will read their poems publicly along with some Virginia Tech faculty at the Nikki Giovanni Celebration of Poetry on Wednesday, April 2nd at 5:00 pm. Winners also give permission for their winning poems to be published at a later date by Professor Giovanni and for their poems (including audio) to be published on a forthcoming Giovanni-Steger website, but students otherwise retain all rights to their work. 

Students should contact their academic advisor for a copy of the instructions and submission form.

Click here for information.

• Wednesday, November 6th 10 am to 4 pm
• Indigenous Community Center: Coloring & Journaling
• APIDA+ Center: Fiber Arts and Crafts
• El Centro: Relaxation Station
• Pride Center: Nail Art
• Cultural & Community Center Suite: Therapy Dogs (12-2 pm)
• Indulge in a variety of self-care activities at all of the Cultural and Community Centers throughout the day. Spend time at any or all of the Centers to relieve stress and express yourself. Light refreshment provided. 

• Thursday, November 7th 6-8 pm
• Black Cultural Center
• Join the Black Men's Excellence Network for an open, honest, and impactful conversation. Barbershop Talk is your space to connect, learn, and share perspectives on the topics that matter most to you—from personal growth and career goals to community and culture. Food provided. 

• Friday, November 15th from 1-4 pm
• Turfgrass Research Center Pavilion - 615 Southgate Drive
• Join the indigenous community of Virginia Tech as we celebrate the end of Native American Heritage Month with our harvest festival. This event honors the first peoples of Appalachia by showcasing traditional foods from the eastern woodlands, sourced from our indigenous community garden during this bountiful season. We are so excited to feature Chotaw Chef Brit Reed, Cherokee Chef Taelor Barton, and Mvskoke Farmer and IAC Technical Assistant Specialist Angie Comeaux, who will lead us through culinary experiences that highlight are rich indigenous heritage. Space join us to celebrate learning about indigenous food ways and preservation, and honor the traditions that shaped our communities.
• RSVPs are required due to limited space. RSVP here!

Interested in solving problems with our government? Hoping to gain exposure to research?

Then consider enrolling for ENGE 2634 Introduction to Restricted Research!

This 1 credit, multi-disciplinary, team-based undergraduate engineering research course will help you explore potential careers in the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community and get exposure to current restricted research occurring on campus. 

Listen to talks hosted by guest speakers from national labs. Gain a deep dive into International Traffic in Arms Regulations-restricted multi-disciplinary DoD engineering problems. Learn foundational engineering research methods (tools, research integrity/safety/ethics, and communication of results) and security protocols surrounding restricted research and careers.

Join us for an evening panel with the Drug Enforcement Administration to learn the ins and outs of working for national security. Gain insight into how the DEA is protecting our safety in the local Virginia area!

Evening Panelists:

• Ann Brinkley, Diversion Investigator
• Erin Smith, Intelligence Research Specialist
• Olsen, Special Agent

About Them:

Ann Brinkley graduated from Radford University in 2017 with a degree in Criminal Justice. She began working for DEA as a contracted Analyst in February of 2018 and went to the Diversion Investigator academy in 2021. She's responsible for preventing, detecting, and investigating the diversion of controlled pharmaceuticals and listed chemicals from legitimate sources while ensuring an adequate and uninterrupted supply for legitimate medical, commercial, and scientific needs. 

Erin Smith earned a B.A. in Communications from Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia in 2003. She has worked in law enforcement intelligence for over 20 years, beginning in late 2003 as a HIDTA Intelligence Analyst assigned to the Washington/Baltimore HIDTA in Washington, DC to now reporting to the Roanoke Resident Office in July 2022, resuming case support activities. 

Olsen is currently a special agent in the Roanoke, VA area with previous military and law enforcement experience.

Location: In Person - Holden Hall 244

Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Register Here!

The Student Opportunities and Achievement Resource Program (SOAR) will be hosting a scholarship workshop, All Aboard the Scholarship, and we would love to have you! During the event, we will be discussing: 

• University scholarships
• Outside scholarships and resources
• Application timelines
• Process after receiving a scholarship

November 13, 2024

6:00pm-7:00pm

Pride Center

Interested in a Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) this summer? Below are two great resources. Note that most programs get hundreds of applications, so it is a good idea to submit many applications.

• https://sites.google.com/view/mathreu
• https://www.cientificolatino.com/reu

We would like to let you know about an exciting, existing minor, Gender, Science, and Technology. This minor is ideal for undergraduate students in the sciences, engineering, and business major programs. The minor engages with STEM fields to ask questions about the roles that gender, identity, and social context play in the making of STEM knowledge. Likewise, the minor builds competencies in reasoning at multiple intersections between business, the environment, and health. Asking questions like, who decides what an ideal user is, who defines health, and how is the environment spoken about and for? 

The minor offers a robust integrated approach to general education requirements while investigating the nexus of gender, science, and technology. The minor’s unique placement in both Women and Gender Studies and Science and Technology Studies presents the possibility for making strong connections with faculty who are also interested in this nexus. 

Join the Women's Center and Career and Professional Development for an engaging and informative workshop focused on salary negotiation strategies and the ongoing challenge of the gender pay gap! 

This event is taking place at the APIDA+ Center in the Squires Student Center on Tuesday, November 12 from 5:00-6:00pm. Refreshments will be provided. Registration for this event is encouraged but not required.

If you have questions or need accommodations to attend this event, please contact Emma Stubbe at estubbe@vt.edu at least 24 hours prior to the event.

Clilck here for a course announcement for Quantum Engineering Laboratory taught by Dr. Wayne Scales, ECE 4984 CRN 20951

• Click here for information about a virtual info session for the Graduate Program in Mathematics at the University of Arizona
• General Info about the University of Arizona's Graduate Program in Mathematics

The Master of Actuarial and Quantitative Risk Management (MAQRM) program at The Ohio State University invites you to learn more about the program and career paths at our online Zoom information session on Wednesday, November 20^th from 2:00-3:00PM EST. We would greatly appreciate if you could share this information with your colleagues and students.

In this online information session, you will learn about:

• The MAQRM program's curriculum and course structure.
• Learn how our program can prepare you for a career as an actuary, in addition to other roles in finance and data science.
• Hear from esteemed faculty leaders in the field of actuarial science who bring their industry experience and academic knowledge to guide students throughout the program.
• Learn about our program's partnership with Nationwide.
• Engage in an interactive online session where you can ask questions and receive guidance from program representatives.

RSVP HERE

You will hear from:

• John Holmes, Director of Actuarial Science MAQRM
• Alex Hookway, Sr AVP Nationwide
• Martin Molloy, Professional Actuary in Residence
• Kenneth Ng, Assistant Professor
• Linfeng Zhang, Assistant Professor

Virginia Tech is celebrating First-Generation students from November 8-15. Click here to see the week's events!

Work with the Advanced Computing Systems team at the NSA's Laboratory for Physical Sciences in this engaging 10-week internship opportunity at Catonsville, Maryland! 

Apply your skills in programming and math to work on engaging projects like training machine learning modes, researching computer architecture, or adapting algorithms to supercomputers!

Eligibility:

• US Citizen
• Undergraduate with 3.0+ GPA
• Graduating Spring 2026 or later

Required Documents:

• 1 Letter of Recommendation
• Resume
• Transcript (unofficial is fine!)
• 1 page Cover Letter

Learn more about their application timeline and how you can be a competitive applicant on their website.

Apply Here by November 30!

For those planning to stay in Blacksburg for the break, join Dean Kevin Pitts & his wife, Toni. for a warm and festive Thanksgiving celebration. Enjoy a delicious meal, connect with fellow students, and share in the holiday spirit.

The event will be at the Data & Decision Sciences Building (main hall) on Thursday, November 28th, from 12 pm to 2pm. Attire is casual, and you're welcome to come and go as you please. The menu will include:

• Mixed Field Greens w/ Dressing

• Sliced Turkey w/ Gravy & Stuffing

• Sliced Ham

• Mashed Potatoes

• Macaroni & Cheese

• Country Style Green Beans

• Dinner Rolls w/ Butter

• Pumpkin, Apple and Pecan Pies

• Coffee/Tea/Lemonade

This invitation is open to all COS graduate and undergraduate students, and you are welcome to bring a guest.

Please click here to RSVP for Thanksgiving with the Dean. The deadline to RSVP is Sunday, November 24th. 

• Wednesday, November 20th at 6:30 pm
• Owens Ballroom
• Please join us in showing messages of love, hope, support, and also concern to members of our campus and the greater community. 

• As part of an eight-student cohort, SJL interns will be mentored by TERC principal investigators and their project teams. SJL interns can expect to receive training on essential education research methodologies encounter and address critical issues and perspectives of social justice in STEM and education receive professional development training to support pathways to graduate school, research careers, and other diverse career options interact with other research students at Tufts University through the Visiting Early Research Scholars’ Experiences (VERSE) program
• Program Dates: June 2 – August 8, 2025
  
• Location: Hybrid-program, first week and last week of the program are in-person, in TERC’s Cambridge office, weeks from week 2 to 9 are remote.
  
• Stipend: $7,000
  
• Application Opens: November 25, 2024
  
• Application Deadline: January 13, 2025
  
• Selection Process: Those selected for an interview will be contacted via an email. Following the interview process, with one of the Program Directors, finalists will be notified by Friday, March 14, 2025. Internship commitments must be made by Tuesday, March 18, 2025.
  

Click here for more information. 

The NC Lab at Rutgers University is a cyber-social threat identification and forecasting center that provides an immersive training program to prepare students to participate as active members of a multidisciplinary research team. 

Students of varying academic disciplines learn by observing, integrating, and modeling the latest cutting-edge techniques and skills essential for deriving intelligence from open sources. 

What To Expect:

• Working with large data sets or gathering open source intelligence
• Meeting weekly with scholars and team to present findings
• Opportunity to obtain and author high quality, data-driven intelligence reports

Qualifications:

• US Citizen
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Open to all disciplines, Computer Science or Statistics background is ideal

Learn more about this opportunity and previous research on their website.

Applications are on a rolling basis, so apply soon!

Click Here to Apply Now!

• In each of Freddie's operating states, one scholarship of $1,000 will be awarded to a student enrolled full-time in undergraduate studies for the 2024/2025 academic year. 
• Click here for more information. 

The Mathematics Department at Brown University balances a lively interest in students and teaching with a distinguished research reputation.

The program is designed to prepare especially able students for a career in mathematical research and college teaching. No GRE scores are required. We encourage applications from women and underrepresented minorities.

Admission includes 5 years of support, including a fellowship in the first year. To assist in out mission to recruit students from underrepresented groups, additional Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need (GAANN) fellowships are available for eligible students.

Visit Our Website: https://www.brown.edu/academics/math/graduate

For application information, please visit: https://graduateschool.brown.edu/apply-fma-or-doctoral-study-brown

APPLICATION DEADLINE: JANUARY 1, 2025

Click here for a flyer about Brown University's Graduate Program in Mathematics.

Below are flyers advertising our PhD, MM, MS, and our new MS Concentration in Industrial Math.  The University of Tennessee offers Master and PhD programs in both pure and applied mathematics, including a PhD concentration in Mathematical Biology.  The priority deadline to apply for admission and an assistantship is December 15th with a standard deadline of January 15th for the fall 2025 entering class.  

Graduate Studies in Pure and Applied Mathematics

Online Master of Mathematics

Department of Mathematics MS in Industrial Mathematics

Our department offers teaching assistantships that include a competitive stipend, tuition waiver, health insurance, and a waiver for standard semesterly fees. Research assistantships are offered by faculty members in a variety of research areas.  Please review the information on our website at math.utk.edu, and learn more about our faculty research. Additional helpful links are listed below.

 Admission & Assistantship Application

 Admission/Assistantship Checklist

Admission Guide for International Students

If you have questions about our program, please contact us at mathgradprogram@utk.edu.

What is CUBE? The Collaborative Undergraduate Biostatistics Experience (CUBE) is an 8-week training program designed to give motivated rising seniors in mathematics, data science, and/or statistics the opportunity to engage in a full-time (~40 hours/week) collaborative data science project, along with related professional development seminars, social events, and a final symposium where students will present their research.  The data analysis projects are based on real world, health-related questions posed by subject matter investigators and collaborators.

Where is the program located? The Center for Biostatistics and Health Data Science (CBHDS) at Virginia Tech (VT), is academically housed in the Department of Statistics on the Blacksburg campus, with offices physically located in Roanoke. We are partnering with our colleagues in Biostatistics at the University of Virginia (UVA) in Charlottesville, VA to offer the program, which runs from June 9th, 2025 to August 1st, 2025.

Is there a stipend? Yes, selected candidates will receive a $4,800 stipend (cost of food/meals included in the stipend), along with housing, and social outings (pandemic permitting).

Program Dates: June 9th, 2025 to August 1st, 2025.

How can you apply? Specific details on the program can be found on our website, along with instructions for applying (online application form). 

Application Deadline: February 28, 2025 at 11:59 PM EST

CUBE Flyer 10-30-24.pdf

Learn about Databridge research opportunities here: https://www.databridge.dev

Take a break and enjoy free bowling, pool, table tennis, gaming, and darts in the Squires Breakzone courtesy of Residential Well-Being!

• Tuesday, November 26, 1-4pm
• Breakzone in Squires Student Center
• RSVP HERE

Are you stressed out over all the exams, papers, and group projects that will soon be taking up your time? Learn how to stay motivated, manage the stress, and find the time to do all of the things you need (plus some time for fun!). We will also review strategies for effective test taking.

Wednesday, December 4
New Classroom Building 230
6-7 p.m.

Thursday, December 5
New Classroom Building 210
5:30-6:30 p.m.

Monday, December 9
New Classroom Building 230
6-7 p.m.

Tuesday, December 10
New Classroom Building 210
7-8 p.m.

Click here for a list of all Fall 2024 Student Success Center Seminars

Dear Students, 

We would like to invite you to an interest meeting for a student chapter of Spectra, an organization dedicated to building community for and addressing issues specific to LGBTQIA+ mathematicians. All members of the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as allies, are invited to join.

The interest meeting will be held Thursday, December 5 4:30-6 p.m. in the Math Commons Room. 

During the interest meeting we will:

• Discuss Spectra as an organization
• Discuss potential goals for a Student Chapter
• Discuss a timeline for applying to be an official student chapter (with Spectra and with VT)

More information about Spectra can be found here: https://lgbtmath.org/

More information about Spectra student chapters can be found here: https://lgbtmath.org/membership.html

The goal of this meeting is to gauge interest among students (graduate and undergraduate students) and postdocs.  

If you are interested in being part of a potential Spectra student Chapter, please complete the following form and indicate whether you will be able to attend the interest meeting: https://forms.gle/4PByNeHV5YZtNZKm6. 

For Undergraduates:

Paid Summer 2025 Undergraduate Research Placements: 

Over 700 programs – NSF REU, NASA, NIH and other paid summer research opportunities for undergrads 

https://pathwaystoscience.org/Undergrads.aspx 

For Financial Support in Graduate School:

Fellowships and graduate programs in a wide variety of STEM disciplines: 

http://www.pathwaystoscience.org/Grad.aspx

For tips on applying and associated resources:

http://www.pathwaystoscience.org/toolbox.aspx

For opportunities specifically in the Ocean Sciences:

http://www.pathwaystoscience.org/oceanscience.aspx

For opportunities specifically in Engineering:

http://www.pathwaystoscience.org/engineering.aspx

Virginia Tech recently became a Churchill nominating institution allowing Virginia Tech students to apply for a STEM master’s degree* at University of Cambridge.

https://www.churchillscholarship.org

An expectation of a strong candidate would be that they have at least one peer-review publication (co-author or first author) 

Churchill supported Mathematics courses:

 *  MASt in Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics*
 *  MASt in Pure Mathematics*
 *  MASt in Mathematical Statistics*
 *  MPhil in Mathematics (you must have approval from a professor from the Department of Pure Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics or from the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics) 

The three MASt courses are also called Part III of the Mathematical Tripos. Before you apply to Part III, please read the Foundation’s guide, Part III Mathematics for Churchill Scholars. Note also that applicants to this course can also be considered for the Trinity Studentship in Mathematics, if they indicate interest on their Cambridge application.

Dear Students,

We are excited to announce New Connections in Math (NCM24), a research symposium for undergraduate students with an interest in analysis, probability, partial differential equations (PDE), computation, and applied mathematics. The event will take place on Friday and Saturday, November 1 & 2, 2024, at Duke University, Durham, NC.

This symposium provides a unique opportunity for students to learn about current research and explore graduate study in mathematics.

Please see the website for more details, including registration.

Some funding from the National Science Foundation is available to support undergraduate participation (travel and lodging).

The Let's Talk program introduces VT students to Counseling before engaging in University counseling services. This happens every Thursday from 3pm to 5pm at the SOAR House (207 W. Roanoke St.)

What Can You Expect:

• 30-minute appointment to discuss questions, concerns, and issues with a counselor.
• First come, first serve walk-in appointments.
• All conversations and counselor notes are kept confidential and are kept for emergencies and referrals to Cook Counseling Center

Pamplin College of Business has partnered with Marriott International to conduct CodeFest, a competitive event that will bring teams of students together for 48 hours to build functioning prototypes of innovative technology solutions that solve real-world problems, and tap into novel business opportunities in the travel and hospitality space. This event is open to all Virginia Tech students on the Blacksburg Campus. Find more information here. 

• Event: October 18, 6:00pm through October 20, 4:00pm
• Judging: October 21-23
• Awards Ceremony: October 23
• Location: Data and Decision Sciences Building
• Registration Deadline: midnight, October 13

The NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration's DEVLOP program offers in-person and virtual opportunities to conduct 10-week research projects that apply Earth observations to address real-world problems. 

Open to currently enrolled students, recent graduates, early career professionals, and transitioning career professionals.

The Spring Application window closes on October 4th, 2024. Spring Session runs (Jan 27 - April 4, 2025). Learn more and apply here! 

Laser and Experimental Systems Engineering Undergraduate Internship

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has multiple openings for summer 2025 for continuing undergraduate scholars to engage in practical research, design, and analysis experience to further their educational goals. You will provide technical and/or research support to projects in the areas of electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, optical engineering, computational engineering, or other related fields. This support may include (but is not limited to) optics processing, design engineering, data mining and analysis, motion control systems, optomechanical systems, electromechanical systems and mechatronics, or various diagnostic systems (including x-ray, optical, and neutron).

Must be a continuing college or university scholar in good standing at an accredited institution pursuing an undergraduate degree in engineering, physics, optics, computer science, or a related field. Learn more here. 

Our openings are for undergraduate level students who will be given the opportunity to engage in practical research to further their educational goals. The selected interns will provide technical and/or research support to projects in the areas of computational science, cyber defense, computer science, numerical methods, mathematics, or other related fields. Must be a continuing college or university student in good standing at an accredited institution pursuing an undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, or other related fields. Learn more here. 

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory has a number of internship programs, ranging from earth science to computational science to material chemistry. Check out their full list of undergraduate (and graduate) internships here.

The Early Identification Program (EIP) is a two-year summer preparatory program, which is designed to help strengthen a participant’s application to medical school. The first summer of the program provides students with the opportunity to participate in hypothesis-driven research at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute in Roanoke, Virginia. The second summer, students shadow clinicians throughout various departments and specialties at Carilion Clinic in the Roanoke Valley. The program also includes the following: free MCAT preparation and tutoring, application counseling, free room and board, and a $3000 stipend each summer. For more information as well as the requirements for admission, please visit the program’s website. or email vtcadmissions@vt.edu.

VTCSOM representatives are hosting TWO information sessions:

In Person (Smith Career Center; Meeting Room B)

• Tuesday October 29th, 9:30 - 10:30 AM
• Register here: https://vt.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1622507

Virtual (Zoom link available to registered attendees)

• Wednesday November 6th, 12:30 - 1:30 PM
• Register here: https://tinyurl.com/EIPVT24

The First-Year Fralin Undergraduate Research Fellowship (FY-FURF) Program will provide first-year students—who are new to research—with authentic research experiences in their chosen discipline, under the direct mentorship of a faculty member. Students from all majors are encouraged to apply.

More information can be found on the FY-FURF information webpage.

Applications can be submitted through the FY-FURF application form.

Applications are due October 30, 2024 at 5:00 p.m.

Work for Virginia Tech's outdoor program and help Hokies connect with wild places.

Venture Out is hiring staff that are interested in making outdoor experiences accessible to the Virginia Tech community. Staff have the opportunity to work in various roles in our program including as office assistants, trip staff, and challenge course facilitators. We are currently hiring for office assistant & challenge course facilitator roles. See here for the full job posting. (Note the posting mentions route setters but we will not be needing new setters this school year.) All positions start at $13/hr. The application is open through October 13th for positions starting in Spring 2024. Our ideal candidate has strong interpersonal skills, an excitement for the outdoors, and an eagerness to learn. We welcome candidates with no outdoor experience to apply. 

Click here for information about the Impact Living-Learning Community.

Click here for information the Univeristy of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Mathematics Graduate Program.

Our next AWM event is all about summer research opportunities, both for undergraduates and for grad students. It is on Tuesday, October 15 at 4:30 pm in MCB 455 (the commons room). We'll give a brief overview of some different opportunities, then have several people share about the opportunities that they've done. if you think you might be interested in doing research over the summer, come and hear about some cool things you could do!

The 85th Annual Putnam Competition will take place on Saturday, December 7 at VT.

If you are interested in learning more or practicing for the exam, there is a group that meets as follows:

• Tuesdays and Thursdays
• 7-8:30PM
• Whittemore Hall 257

The practice sessions are run by Dr. Fazle Rabby and Dr. Kyle Flanagan. Students work on past Putnam problems for 45-60 minutes and then discuss solutions. Anyone can attend the Putnam practice sessions, even if you don't want to participate in the competition.

If you want to register for the exam, contact putnam@math.vt.edu. Registration is due by Friday, November 22.

Applications are open for the Summer 2025 National Nuclear Security Administration Minority Serving Institutions Internship Program (NNSA-MSIIP)!The NNSA-MSIIP offers full-time summer internships, with opportunities to continue during the academic year.

Undergraduate and graduate students from accredited Minority Serving Institutions receive:

• Stipends starting at $750/week
• Allowances to offset the cost of: commuting ($50/week), housing (varies based on location), travel to and from the hosting site ($1,000), virtual participation ($150/week)
• Opportunities to: be part of world-class research and operations opportunities within the NNSA enterprise, enhance the students’ preparedness for scientific, technological, policy, and operations-related careers, gain a competitive edge as they apply their education, talent, and skills, and establish connections with DOE scientists and subject matter experts that promote long-term relationships between participants, researchers, and other professionals at NNSA.

Eligibility to be considered for an internship:

• Be a U.S. citizen.
• Have and maintain a minimum undergraduate or graduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Be enrolled as a part-time or full-time undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited Minority Serving Institution during the Fall of 2024.
• Opportunities are available not only in STEM but also in communication, management, business, policy, law, and other disciplines that support the NNSA Mission.

Apply Here by October 27th

As part of the US Intelligence Community, the National Security Agency (NSA) focuses on signals intelligence, which involves the interception of communication signals between people, machines, or both. NSA is the undisputed leader in this field. Their signals intelligence activities are never directed at American citizens. Cybersecurity is their other specialty, which is all about protecting American systems from prying eyes.

What is their mission? The most simple, concise answer is that they are here to SAVE LIVES. They never want another 9/11. That’s their biggest, most important, most vital mission.

Full-time/part time opportunities:

• Opportunities available in Maryland, Texas, Colorado, Hawaii, and more
• Competitive Pay
• Paid Annual/Sick Leave
• Federal Benefits (Health, Life, Retirement)

Cooperative Education Program (September 1st to October 31st 2024)

• The Cooperative Education (Co-op) Program offers high-caliber college students the opportunity to apply their academic knowledge in computer science, as well as computer and electrical engineering, Data Science, Math, and cybersecurity or language focused majors including Chinese, and Russian.
• Students work on a rotational schedule (one semester at school, one semester at NSA) until graduation.
• During your work tour, students will work a regular 40-hour week. Each work tour is designed to reveal the specific areas students may want to focus on as a career.
• The program requires students to work a minimum of 52 weeks (one year) prior to graduation.
• Application period is open from February 1st to March 31st and from September 1st to October 31st. 

NSA Virtual Recruitment Events

The National Security Agency is hosting multiple virtual events, where they will share information regarding the Security Clearance process, Student Programs, among other topics. You can find more information and  register for the virtual sessions  here!

Learn More and Apply for Positions Here!

Want to learn more about the US Department of Homeland Security and the research the agency and component agencies do while enhancing your research skills and career goals?

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate Office of University Programs sponsors the Professional Opportunities for Student Workforce to Experience Research (HS-POWER) Program for undergraduate and graduate students.

Benefits:

• Weekly Stipend - $750 Undergrad | $950 Graduate
• Housing Allowance - $400/week or Virtual
• Allowance - $50/week
• Inbound/Outbound Travel funds of up to $1,000

Qualifications: 

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Must be 18 Years of Age
• Must have a Cumulative GPA of 3.00 or Higher
• Be majoring in a STEM field which includes social sciences 

Click Here to Apply by December 15!

The Applied Research Laboratory for Intelligence and Security (ARLIS) at the University of Maryland, College Park, is now accepting applications for the 2025 RISC Initiative internship program! This program will run from June 2nd to August 8th.

What to Expect:

• Work in a team of fellow interns (RISCers) to tackle real security and intelligence problems 
• Mentorship from University of Maryland faculty and government practitioners
• Virtual work with opportunities for in-person collaboration
• In-person project out-brief presentations during the final week

Benefits:

• Possible sponsorship for a security clearance
• Consideration for future employment with the US government

Learn more about this program through a series of RISC information sessions for interested students, including hearing from past RISCers! The first session will be held virtually on October 29 at 2:00-3:00 PM EST; additional details will be posted here!

Click Here to Apply by February 2025!

COS 2984: Science Outreach is a 2-credit service-learning course for VT students to teach K-12 students fundamental science concepts by leading hands-on activities in their schools (often in evenings) and on campus. Students will deepen their own understanding of science while inspiring others. It is intended for 2nd year students and beyond. Any questions should be directed to cvictoria@vt.edu.

Are you looking for a paid internship? Do you crave the opportunity for career-related experience on campus? Do you want to develop professional skills? If so, you need to participate in Campus internEXP (on-campus internship experience)! Campus internEXP offers undergraduate students the opportunity to participate in paid on-campus internships with a variety of departments and units across campus.

Career and Professional Development has five new internship positions available through Campus internEXP for Spring 2025! Below are the positions that are currently open for applications:

• Web Editor Intern Skills you could gain: Digital skills, writing and editing, leadership, educational design
• Diversity Recruiting Intern Skills you could gain: Data analysis, recruiting, benchmarking, grant writing
• Social Media and Marketing Intern Skills you could gain: social media, graphic design, analytics, print and digital marketing 
• Studios Marketing and Outreach InternSkills you could gain: Creating marketing plans, branding, accessibility, innovative communication
• Project Assistant for Educational Programming and Outreach Initiatives Skills you could gain: Program and event coordination, marketing, assessment

If you are interested in applying to one or more of these positions, you will need to view/attend an information session for the Campus internEXP program to qualify. Once you have viewed/attended a session, you will gain access to apply within 2 business days.

Positions close for applications on October 30th at 11:59pm. If you have any questions, please contact us as CampusinternEXP@vt.edu.

• Friday November 8th from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm 
• The information session will be virtual! Click here for the link to the zoom. 
• The College of Science has partnered with the Food and Drug Administration and the National Society of Black Women in Medicine to celebrate First Generation Celebration Week!
• Join us for an engaging Zoom session as we welcome Dr. La’Nissa Brown-Baker and Celene Moorer. Dr. La’Nissa A. Brown-Baker serves as the Associate Director for Scientific Staffing at the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA or the Agency), Office of the Commissioner, Office of Operations, Office of Talent Solutions. Celene Moorer currently serves as the CDER/Office of New Drugs (OND) ORISE Fellowship Program Lead. OND’s ORISE fellows are early career scientists who come to FDA to train on research projects that give them hands on experience in the field of regulatory science.This event will provide valuable insights into pathways and internship programs available within the FDA. They hire students from all STEM majors! Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about career opportunities, grain practical advice, and network with professionals from the FDA. Don’t miss this chance to explore potential career paths with the agency!
• RSVP here!

• Monday, November 11th from 6-7 pm
• The APIDA+ Center (Squires Student Center 140)
• Diversifying Science Community Night at the APIDA + Center with dinner and lively conversation. This event provides students with the opportunity to be together and share their current experiences with each other.
• RSVP here!

• Are you starting to think about summer research experiences? So much is out there that having a starting list can be helpful. Cientifico Latino has a database of REUs (research experiences for undergraduates) which you can use to start your search. 
• On their writing center, they also have sample summer research statements from undergraduates applying to REUs! 

The Graduate Group in Demography at the University of Pennsylvania is now accepting applications for its Ph.D. program in Demography. We look forward to recruiting a strong and diverse cohort for Fall 2025! Applications are due on December 15, 2024.

Penn Demography continues its longstanding tradition of excellence with award-winning, distinguished faculty recognized for their scholarly achievements and leadership in the field. With support from both the university and the NIH, Penn Demography trains independent researchers who are prepared to play leading roles in social demography and population studies in leading universities and a variety of other organizations. Graduates have a firm grasp of both the substance and methods of study in formal and social demography and population sciences (mortality, fertility, migration, family, population aging, and demographic-economic interrelations) from both a domestic and international perspective. Students engage with NIH-funded faculty projects at the Population Studies Center and across the university and also have an opportunity to obtain a joint degree in demography and sociology.

More information about Penn Demography is available in the attached flyer or at http://demog.pop.upenn.edu.

Information about our application can be found at https://demog.pop.upenn.edu/prospective-students.

Please contact Dawn Ryan with any questions at ryandawn@pop.upenn.edu.

The GEO Scholarship application cycle for summer programs and spring embedded programs opens up on October 26!

GEO Scholarship

• This is a financial need-based scholarship. However, consideration is also given to financial need that may not be addressed by the FAFSA. Therefore, it is not necessary to have a FAFSA on file. 
• International students can apply 
• Students can apply even if they're not yet sure about your study abroad plans 
• Award amounts range from $2,500 to $5,000
• The application is available through Scholarship Central

Eligibility Requirements

• GPA 2.5 or above
• 3 credit minimum (credits must be a necessary part of their degree)

Deadline

• December 6
• We will notify all applicants before winter break

Interested in making a positive impact? We’re recruiting students for our Winter 2024 and Spring 2025 Alternative Breaks trip to Columbia South Carolina, James River State Park, and many other destinations! 

Our Alternative Breaks program connects students with meaningful service opportunities that tackle important social issues (e.g., Environmental Conservation, Education, Poverty Justice, Social Justice & Advocacy, and Legal Aid). This winter and spring, we’ll be sending out five different trips to five different locations, each focusing on a unique project.  

We’re looking for participants who are passionate about service and willing to commit to a week of hands-on work, learning, and exploration. Join us in making a difference while connecting with new friends and communities. 

Click here to learn more and apply.

• December 3rd 5:30 to 6:30 pm
• Torgersen 1020
• It's already time to think about summer research or internship opportunities! Join the College of Science and the Office of Undergraduate Research to learn about summer research experience applications and how to prepare them over winter break.
• RSVP here!

Come and Join Orion for a night full of fun, strategy, and perhaps a little chaos at the Orion Board Game Night! There will be a wide array of exciting games to choose from, such as a battle of wits in Chess, strategic deception in Coup, or stopping your friends from reaching UNO!

• Sunday, November 3
• 5-7pm
• Big First Floor Lounge, New Residence Hall East
• RSVP HERE

The 8th annual National Cybersecurity Virtual Career Fair, sponsored by NCYTE and the CAE Community is right around the corner! Join students and alumni from over 450 institutions across the nation, designated as centers of academic excellence in cybersecurity, with employers seeking top cyber talent! 

Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Location: Virtual 

If you have any questions, please submit to support@caecommunity.org

Register Here

The SMART Scholarship-for-Service Program awards full-tuition STEM scholarships to hundreds of rising college freshman, current college students, and current U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) civilian employees every year. Funded by the DoD, SMART offers a unique education and workforce development opportunity. During degree pursuit, SMART scholars receive an annual stipend enabling them to focus on their studies. Then, scholars dive into exciting summer internships at world-class DoD facilities during school breaks. Here, they engage in cutting-edge research critical to national defense and receive mentorship from top scientists and engineers, honing their skills and building a solid foundation for their future career. After graduation, scholars are springboarded into a rewarding DoD civilian career. They begin their one-for-one service commitment by directly applying their knowledge and skills to real-world challenges, contributing to the nation's security and technological advancement.

If selected for a SMART Scholarship you will: 

• Receive full tuition
• Receive annual stipends
• Receive health and book allowances
• Receive mentorship
• Conduct internships at a DoD facility

Eligibility: 

• Be a citizen of the United States, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, or United Kingdom
• Be 18 years of age or older by January 1, 2026
• Have and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
• Be currently pursuing, or intend to pursue in fall 2025, a degree in a SMART STEM discipline
• Applicants should already possess a college transcript from a regionally accredited U.S. college or university or will have a college transcript by the end of the fall term
• The SMART Scholarship is also open to those pursuing or who will be pursuing a graduate degree at a regionally accredited U.S. institution
• Be requesting between 1-5 years of degree funding. Degree funding will start in August 2025
• Complete summer internships
• Accept a one-for-one post graduation service commitment as a civilian employee of the Department of Defense

APPLY HERE BY DECEMBER 6 AT 5PM

The Defense Civilian Training Corps (DCTC) at Virginia Tech is now accepting applications through Friday, October 18, 2024. DCTC offers a unique opportunity for students committed to pursuing careers in national defense and public service. As a DCTC scholar, you’ll join a multidisciplinary cohort, participate in a project-based summer internship with the Department of Defense, and gain a valuable security clearance. This program equips you with critical skills and sets you on a clear path to employment within the Defense acquisition mission.

Defense acquisition is the backbone of national security and global humanitarian efforts. You’ll work collaboratively as part of a mission-motivated team, alongside top defense contractors and innovative startups, to develop and deliver essential tools and systems, from cutting-edge technology to disaster relief infrastructure. By participating in DCTC, you’ll help make sure our military and humanitarian missions succeed, all while positioning yourself for a rewarding career that makes a real difference.

Benefits of the DCTC program include full tuition scholarships, a $2,000/month living stipend, a hands-on summer internship, guaranteed employment upon graduation, and a security clearance. Unlike ROTC, there is no requirement for DCTC scholars to wear a uniform, take physical fitness tests, or to join the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets. The program will match scholars with employment as a civil servant in a DoD lab or acquisition office following graduation, for a 2-year service agreement in return for the scholarship benefits. 

To be eligible to apply to the program, you must be on track to graduate in May ’27, have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA, be enrolled full-time at Virginia Tech in a bachelor’s or joint-bachelor’s/master’s degree program, and be able to qualify for a security clearance. As a multidisciplinary program, all majors are encouraged to apply.

Through a combination of classroom instruction, hands-on experience, and professional development, the DCTC prepares students to become future leaders in national defense, equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to meet the challenges of tomorrow.

Zoom Information Sessions Available!

Register here for a zoom information session to ask any questions you may have and to learn more about the program. Information sessions will be available today at 5:00 PM and Friday, September 6th, at 3:00 PM. 

Find out more and apply here! 

If you're seeking a flexible and meaningful volunteering opportunity, join us at the YMCA Blacksburg Middle School Afterschool Enrichment Program.  Sessions run from 2:45 to 5:30 PM every Monday through Friday, and you're welcome to choose the days that fit your schedule best.

You would tutor middle schoolers with their homework and organize monthly-themed enrichment activities covering topics like leadership, healthy habits, arts and crafts, as well as discussions on respect, role modeling, among others.

A zoom orientation is mandatory prior to being a volunteer. The zoom will be from 6:00 to 6:30 on Tuesday 9/10, Wednesday 9/11, and Thursday 9/12.

Once orientation is complete, you will be able to start volunteering on-site. Please fill out your availability with this google form so we are able to gage if your availability is a good fit for the program's needs. 

Additionally, we are looking for 1-2 volunteers that would be interested in being a program leader. They are required to have an availability of Tuesday or Thursday to be at the middle school. Please fill out this separate google form instead of the one listed above. 

Last item, please feel free to come out to the YMCA Lancaster house on Sunday 9/8 from 4-6pm while you enjoy free food and refreshments and learn more about the Middle School Afterschool program. Current program leaders will be there to meet you and answer any questions you may have as well. The address is 403 Washington SW St. 

Feel free to contact Chloe Dalton, Program Leader, Blacksburg Middle School Afterschool Program dchloe@vt.edu

Join us on September 9th at 6:00pm for dinner and community with female science students. The location for the event has changed and it will now be held in the Newman Library Room 207A RSVP here!

Join us on September 12th at 5:30 pm in the Indigenous Community Center for dinner and community with fellow Native American and Indigenous science students. RSVP here!

Learn from two PhD graduates in Molecular Biophysics about how to choose a PhD program, how many applications to submit, graduate school application components, and personal statements. This event is helpful for students who are actively applying this semester for graduate school or considering graduate school in the future! Sponsored by the College of Science and the Graduate School. The event will be held September 25th from 6 to 7:30 pm at El Centro or on Zoom. RSVP here to receive the Zoom Link. 

Interfaith Dinner Circles return for the Fall on Monday, Sept. 16. It's open to all undergraduate and graduate students, and all religious, secular, and spiritual identities. Dinner Circles is a student-driven dialogue program. The kickoff dinner is on September 16, and then the small groups get to decide when and where they will have 3 more meals together before finals. Groups will work through a discussion guide to learn about their similarities and differences. It's a great opportunity to learn dialogue skills, make new friends, and take leadership.

VT-CMBSC aims to develop an inclusive and interdisciplinary network between undergraduate and graduate students in mathematics, engineering, and the life sciences. Our goal is to share knowledge and promote research collaborations at Virginia Tech and surrounding universities through activities such as workshops, research symposia, and networking events.

Our first event of this semester will be held on October 8th, 2024 in Derring 1076 from 5-6 pm.

Snacks will be provided. In this meeting we plan to establish membership, gauge interest in officer positions, and set an agenda for the year.  

Nebraska Conference for Undergraduate Women in Mathematics (NCUWM) will be accepting applications for participants between October 1 and October 18. This conference is open to all undergraduates and provides most of the local funding as well as some travel support. Students may present research talks or posters, or they can attend without presenting. The conference is helpful for all students, whether they know they want to go to graduate school in math or whether they like math and are unsure what to do with it.

 Our next AWM event will be all about applying to fellowships. Come to learn about cool fellowship opportunities and how to write a good fellowship application. The meeting will be at 4:30 pm on Tuesday September 17 in MCB 455.

Click here for info.

Spectra is hosting a virtual business, industry, and government (BIG) career panel this Friday, September 27, 2024 at 1 PM (USA/EDT). See attached flyer for more information.

Register here: https://t.ly/LJvoX

Graduate & Professional Student Senate's annual Graduate and Professional School Fair (GPSF) at Virginia Tech has been scheduled for October 7, 2024, from 9AM to 2PM, in the Commonwealth Ballroom at the Squires Student Center! This event will bring together VT students and recruiters from an extensive selection of graduate and professional programs, covering fields such as business, STEM, social sciences and humanities, medicine and health professions, law and more. 

This year, we are thrilled to present close to 100 participating programs—almost double the number from last year and including many new additions, representing the most comprehensive and inclusive range of opportunities ever in GPSF history! In addition to VT and colleges from our broader geographical region, this exciting lineup will also feature numerous well-known universities from across the US, including Carnegie Mellon, Cornell, Duke, Johns Hopkins, NYU, UPenn, Princeton, USC, UNC, UVA, and many others, as well as a wide selection of schools nationwide.

Join us to chat with university representatives about their programs and gain invaluable insights. Learn what makes your application stand out, receive feedback, explore funding opportunities, and find your best fit. Don’t miss this opportunity to gather essential information and advance your academic and professional goals!

Note that most graduate and professional school applications are due by December 15th. 

Pre-register for the grad fair here: https://gobblerconnect.vt.edu/event/10205458 and enter our raffles for a chance to win exciting prizes!

In addition, we are also partnering with Career and Professional Development (CPD) this year for a hybrid Graduate and Professional School Fair Prep Workshop. It will take place on Tuesday, October 1, from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM, one week before the grad fair. Be sure to register for either the Virtual or In-Person option!

Click here for more information.

October 7 | 9am-2pm | Commonwealth Ballroom, Squires Student Center

• WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2
• 10AM-3PM
• SQUIRES COMMONWEALTH BALLROOM

https://student.advising.vt.edu/major-exploration/majors-fair.html

 The Center for Leadership in Global Sustainability (CLiGS) in the College of Natural Resources and Environment offers two fully online programs. The center director will be hosting an event for students who may be interested. Please consider sharing the information and attached flyer with your students.

• Date: October 15, 2024
• Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
• Location: Cheatham Hall Lobby

Options Offered:

1. Executive Master of Natural Resources

2. Online Master of Natural Resources

3. Graduate Certificates

The Fall 2024 College of Science Undergraduate Research Mixer will be held October 23, 2024, 4-6 p.m. in the Owens Ballroom. The mixer is a poster fair where faculty, graduate students, and undergraduate students promote their research to undergraduates looking to get involved in research. This event occurs every semester, hosted by the College of Science Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) committee. The mixer is an opportunity for undergraduate students to meet faculty from various disciplines and discuss undergraduate research opportunities. The goal of this event is to advance diversification of students engaged in undergraduate research.

Both presenters and attendees can RSVP at the same link: 

https://forms.gle/wL3ckxZNCUdovNEE9

The Michigan Program in Survey and Data Science  (MPSDS) a graduate program within the University of Michigan's Institute for Social Research will host an information session about the program on October 10, 2024 and October, 29, 2024.  I am reaching out to ask for you to share this information with anyone you think would benefit from attending this session.

Thursday, October 10, 2024 from 11:00 AM -12:00 PM (EDT)  REGISTER HERE

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM (EDT)  REGISTER HERE

LEARN MORE

Join us October 2nd from 2:30-4:30 for a drop-in style resume review session at the APIDA+ Center. No need to RSVP! All students are welcome, no matter if you're applying for graduate school now or sometime in the distant future.

Join us on September 30th at 5:30 pm in Squires 319 for dinner and community with other first-generation students. RVSP here!

Join other LGBTQ+ science students for dinner and community on October 1st from 6-7pm in Squires 227. RSVP here!

Join other Hispanic/Latinx science students at El Centro for an informal dinner on October 8th at 5:30 in Squires 309. RSVP here!

Join other Black Science students to eat dinner and be in community! This informal dinner will be hosted at the Black Cultural Center (Squires 126) on October 15 from 6-7pm. RSVP here!

The NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration's DEVLOP program offers in-person and virtual opportunities to conduct 10-week research projects that apply Earth observations to address real-world problems. 

Open to currently enrolled students, recent graduates, early career professionals, and transitioning career professionals.

The Spring Application window closes on October 4th, 2024. Spring Session runs (Jan 27 - April 4, 2025). Learn more and apply here! 

Laser and Experimental Systems Engineering Undergraduate Internship

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has multiple openings for summer 2025 for continuing undergraduate scholars to engage in practical research, design, and analysis experience to further their educational goals. You will provide technical and/or research support to projects in the areas of electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, optical engineering, computational engineering, or other related fields. This support may include (but is not limited to) optics processing, design engineering, data mining and analysis, motion control systems, optomechanical systems, electromechanical systems and mechatronics, or various diagnostic systems (including x-ray, optical, and neutron).

Must be a continuing college or university scholar in good standing at an accredited institution pursuing an undergraduate degree in engineering, physics, optics, computer science, or a related field. Learn more here. 

Computing Undergraduate Student Intern

Our openings are for undergraduate level students who will be given the opportunity to engage in practical research to further their educational goals. The selected interns will provide technical and/or research support to projects in the areas of computational science, cyber defense, computer science, numerical methods, mathematics, or other related fields. Must be a continuing college or university student in good standing at an accredited institution pursuing an undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, or other related fields. Learn more here. 

Additional Internships

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory has a number of internship programs, ranging from earth science to computational science to material chemistry. Check out their full list of undergraduate (and graduate) internships here.

Examples of internships:

• Atmospheric, Earth, and Energy Science Internship (undergrad and grad)
  
• Cybersecurity Summer Institute (undergrad)
  
• Data Science Summer Institute (undergrad and grad)
  
• National Ignition Facility and Photon Science Student Internship Program (undergrad and grad)
  
• Materials and Chemistry Institute (MaCI) Summer Program (undergrad)

Join the You Belong at Stanford Virtual Seminar, which takes place on October 2nd or 9th at 3:00pm PST. This series offers prospective students a chance to explore our outstanding graduate programs and connect with Stanford PhD students and Biosciences Admissions and Recruitment staff. You can sign up for the virtual program here. 

The event will begin with a short Admissions presentation from the OGE team, followed by break-out sessions led by Biosciences graduate students. These sessions will delve into various aspects of the application process and include a Q&A segment. They encourage perspective students to come prepared with questions, as this is your chance to connect with them and learn more about Stanford University and the Biosciences Program.

If you encounter any issues or have questions before the event, please feel free to reach out to them at recruit_biosci@stanford.edu.