CALTECH SUMMER RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES

Caltech is excited to announce two summer research opportunities available to continuing undergraduate students. Questions about these programs can be directed to Carol Casey at casey@caltech.edu or (626) 395-2887.

 MURF UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH FELLOWSHIPS

 The MURF program aims to increase the participation of underrepresented students (such as African American, Hispanic, and Native American, females who are underrepresented in their discipline, or first-generation college  students) in science and engineering Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. programs and to make Caltech's programs more visible to students not traditionally exposed to Caltech.

 Eligibility: Students must be current sophomores through non-graduating seniors and must be U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents. A minimum GPA of 3.2 is required.

 Competitive applicants will have completed sophomore-level courses in desired research field, have demonstrated through academic and/or co-curricular activities a passion for research, and can articulate how their research interests align with Caltech's research areas. The most competitive applicants will have had prior research experience.

 Support: MURF students will receive a $6000 award for the ten-week program.

An additional $500 housing and travel supplement will be provided.

 Application: Online Applications are due January 9, 2013.

 For more information, please visit www.murf.caltech.edu

 AMGEN SCHOLARS PROGRAM

 Caltech's Amgen Scholars Program is geared towards students in biology, chemistry, and biotechnology fields. Some of these fields include biology, biochemistry, bioengineering, chemical and biomolecular engineering, and chemistry.

 Eligibility: Students must be current sophomores through non-graduating seniors, must be attending a four-year university, and must be U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents. A minimum GPA of 3.2 is required.

 Support: Amgen Scholars will receive a $5500 award, round-trip air transportation, a generous housing allowance, and a food allowance.

 Application: Online applications are due February 15, 2013.

 For more information, please visit www.amgenscholars.caltech.edu

Student volunteers needed in sub-Saharan Africa

One Heart Source is currently accepting applications for our 2013 Volunteer Programs in sub-Saharan Africa.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and the next deadline is November 2nd!

Upcoming deadlines are as follows:

December 7th, 2012
January 4th, 2013
February 5th, 2013

As an OHS Volunteer, you will:
* Live with a host family and be an active member of their household. (Zanzibar only)
* Work with primary school students through a mentorship program focused on building strong Math and English foundations while empowering students.
* Work closely with members of the community to create social uplift.
* Lead after-school programs in non-traditional subjects like dance, debate, art, and sports.
* Work with a small, dynamic team of international university students.

We at One Heart Source believe in creating lasting social change through education and human connection. We encourage you to take a step towards a more socially just future for the youth of some of the most marginalized communities in the world.

APPLY NOW FOR OUR SUMMER PROGRAMS!

For more information and to download the program application, please visit: www.oneheartsource.org/volunteer

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ONEHEARTSOURCE is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the growth and development of education in rural communities in Sub-Saharan Africa.
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