PROGRAM EXPECTATIONS - University of California, Irvine



00Submit materials via email to:Manny Azizi PhDUniversity of California, Irvineeazizi@uci.edu (949) 824-741400Submit materials via email to:Manny Azizi PhDUniversity of California, Irvineeazizi@uci.edu (949) 824-74147772400914400Submit materials to:Graduate Division120 Aldrich HallZot Code 318000Submit materials to:Graduate Division120 Aldrich HallZot Code 31802015 Summer Research Program (SURF)Application for Participation2015 Summer Research Program (SURF)Application for ParticipationProgram Dates: June 21 – August 14, 2015 Application Deadline: February 15th, 2015The Integrative Muscle Physiology laboratory at UC Irvine in collaboration with the UCI graduate division is offering two summer undergraduate research fellowships. This NSF funded program offers upper division undergraduate, and continuing master’s students with outstanding academic potential the opportunity to conduct research in Dr. Manny Azizi’s lab (azizi.bio.uci.edu). Participants will be part of a larger fellowship program that is aimed at students who plan to pursue a PhD especially at UC Irvine.Major components of the program are the supplemental activities designed to enhance the research experience and graduate preparation of the participants. Students are required to attend GRE test preparation courses as well as take the GRE exam in August. SRP features workshops and seminars on strategies to improve the likelihood of success in applying to graduate school.WHO SHOULD APPLY/QUALIFICATIONS:U.S. citizens or permanent residentsSophomores, juniors, seniors or master’s students interested in pursuing a Ph.D.Students who will be enrolled full-time at a college or university during the Spring and Fall 2015 termsStudents with a 3.0 cumulative grade point average or better (on a 4 point scale)Students interested in attending UC Irvine for graduate studiesStudents from educationally disadvantaged or underserved backgrounds are especially encouraged to applySURF is open to students in virtually all academic fields (e.g., arts, humanities, social sciences, social ecology, biological sciences, engineering, education, computer sciences and physical sciences) PROGRAM BENEFITS:$3000 summer stipendFree on-campus housing (All program participants will be required to reside in assigned on-campus University housing)GRE preparation course and the GRE exam PROGRAM EXPECTATIONSParticipants are required to complete the entire eight-week programThe research objectives of the program are substantial and require full-time student commitment (five days a week/35-40 hours per week)Participants are required to submit a research paper at the end of session (minimum 12 pages) Students are required to submit an abstract (2 pages) describing his/her research Students will present their research at the research symposium during the final week of the program. Each participant must attend all required workshops, presentations, and meetings Students are required to take the GRE course as well as the actual GRE exam and submit scores, during the time of the programStudents evaluate the program and their research experience at the close of the programAPPLICATION PROCEDURESApplications must be submitted by email as follows:A completed typed application formA two (2) page personal statementAn unofficial transcript of all college courseworkThe name and contact information of a reference familiar with the applicant’s academic abilitiesApplication Word document must be saved as “Last Name-First Name” Example: “Smith-John.doc”Applications must be emailed to eazizi@uci.edu Completed application forms must be received by email by February 15th, 2015. No applications will be accepted by FAX. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Admission to the summer program will be announced in late-March. Students will be notified by email. 2015 Summer Research Program (SURF)Application for ParticipationSubmit materials via email to:??Manny Azizi PhDUniversity of California, Irvineeazizi@uci.edu (949) 824-74142015 Summer Research Program (SURF)Application for ParticipationSubmit materials via email to:??Manny Azizi PhDUniversity of California, Irvineeazizi@uci.edu (949) 824-7414STUDENT INFORMATIONStudent Name:(Last) FORMTEXT ????? (First) FORMTEXT ????? (Middle) FORMTEXT ?????Local Address: FORMTEXT ?????Cell Phone: ( FORMTEXT ???) FORMTEXT ???- FORMTEXT ????City, State and ZIP: FORMTEXT ?????Student e-mail address: FORMTEXT ?????Permanent Address: FORMTEXT ?????Permanent Phone: ( FORMTEXT ???) FORMTEXT ???- FORMTEXT ????City, State and Zip: FORMTEXT ?????Major 1: FORMTEXT ?????Major 2 or Minor: FORMTEXT ?????Undergraduate Institution: FORMTEXT ????? Year: FORMCHECKBOX Sophomore FORMCHECKBOX Junior FORMCHECKBOX Senior FORMCHECKBOX Master’s (yr 1) FORMCHECKBOX Master’s (yr 2)GPA in Major: FORMTEXT ?????Overall GPA: FORMTEXT ?????Expected Term of Graduation: FORMTEXT ?????Gender: FORMCHECKBOX Female FORMCHECKBOX MaleEthnicity*: FORMTEXT ?????Birthdate: FORMTEXT ?????Birthplace: FORMTEXT ?????Citizenship: FORMCHECKBOX U.S. Citizen FORMCHECKBOX Permanent Resident: A# FORMTEXT ?????What is your first language (language spoken at home)? FORMTEXT ?????What is the highest level of education attained by your parents or guardian?Mother: FORMCHECKBOX Did not graduate high school FORMCHECKBOX High school graduate FORMCHECKBOX Some college, but no bachelor’s degree FORMCHECKBOX 4 year college graduate FORMCHECKBOX Master’s degree FORMCHECKBOX Professional degree FORMCHECKBOX Doctoral degree FORMCHECKBOX UnknownFather: FORMCHECKBOX Did not graduate high school FORMCHECKBOX High school graduate FORMCHECKBOX Some college, but no bachelor’s degree FORMCHECKBOX 4 year college graduate FORMCHECKBOX Master’s degree FORMCHECKBOX Professional degree FORMCHECKBOX Doctoral degree FORMCHECKBOX UnknownGuardian: FORMCHECKBOX Did not graduate high school FORMCHECKBOX High school graduate FORMCHECKBOX Some college, but no bachelor’s degree FORMCHECKBOX 4 year college graduate FORMCHECKBOX Master’s degree FORMCHECKBOX Professional degree FORMCHECKBOX Doctoral degree FORMCHECKBOX Unknown* This information is collected for statistical purposes.1.Have you participated in any of the following pre-collegiate and collegiate programs: FORMCHECKBOX MBRS FORMCHECKBOX McNair Scholar FORMCHECKBOX CAMP/LSAMP FORMCHECKBOX NIMH COR FORMCHECKBOX MARC FORMCHECKBOX Howard Hughes FORMCHECKBOX Upward Bound FORMCHECKBOX EOP/EAP FORMCHECKBOX MESA/MAP FORMCHECKBOX Amgen FORMCHECKBOX Other: FORMTEXT ?????2.Do you plan to apply to a doctoral program? FORMCHECKBOX Yes FORMCHECKBOX NoIf yes, what quarter/year? FORMTEXT ?????3.Which graduate degree are you considering? FORMCHECKBOX Master’s FORMCHECKBOX Ph.D.4.What field/subject are you considering pursuing a doctoral degree in? FORMTEXT ?????5.What are your top three choices for universities for graduate school?1. FORMTEXT ?????2. FORMTEXT ?????3. FORMTEXT ?????6.State your educational and career goals. FORMTEXT ?????7.Describe one extracurricular or community activity you participated in during the past year. Indicate your role and describe how the group benefited from your participation and how you benefitted. FORMTEXT ?????8.Indicate the course work you have taken that would qualify you to conduct research in the field of physiology, muscle biology, functional anatomy, or biomechanicsCourse WorkTerm FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ????? FORMTEXT ?????9.Briefly indicate your specific experience with the following, if any:Laboratory skills: FORMTEXT ?????Computer languages or software: FORMTEXT ?????Other foreign languages you can speak/read other than English: FORMTEXT ?????10.Have you ever conducted research before? FORMCHECKBOX Yes FORMCHECKBOX NoIf yes, please describe: FORMTEXT ?????Student participants: 1) Must have the potential to enter UC graduate schools (minimum GPA of 3.0) 2) May not be supported by more than one (1) stipend for the same summer research projectEach student is required to participate in the following activities: 1) An 8-week summer research experience at UCI 2) All workshops and presentations 3) GRE preparation courses, completion of the GRE exam and submit scores to UCI SURF staff 4) Research skills training 5) Faculty monitoring meetings 6) Summer research symposium 7) Write an original research abstract 8) Write an original 12-page research paper 9) Program Evaluation 10) Scheduled meetings with your program staffIMPORTANT: Your signature is required below. Without your signature, your application is incomplete and cannot be processed.I hereby certify to the best of my knowledge that all information submitted on this application is complete and correct. I also certify that I have read the program information regarding this summer research program and agree to abide by it if selected. I understand that failure to disclose accurate information is grounds for immediate dismissal from this program. I also understand the failure to complete any of the required actions may jeopardize my summer stipend.Signature: ___________________________________________________ Date: _________________________Type Name (Last, First, Middle): FORMTEXT ?????2015 Summer Research Program (SURF)Application for ParticipationSubmit materials via email to:??Manny Azizi PhDUniversity of California, Irvineeazizi@uci.edu (949) 824-74142015 Summer Research Program (SURF)Application for ParticipationSubmit materials via email to:??Manny Azizi PhDUniversity of California, Irvineeazizi@uci.edu (949) 824-7414Personal StatementPlease type out essay below and do not exceed the space provided (2 pages). Use double spaced, 12-pt font. Please state your reason for applying to the UC Irvine Summer Research Program; include relevant research experience (if applicable), educational goals, and future professional and personal objectives. Indicate if you have particular experiences that qualify you to undertake such research and any additional information that may aid the selection committee in evaluating your preparation, potential, and aptitude for graduate study. If you have encountered special personal situations in high school or college that impeded your studies (e.g., first generation to attend college, working long hours while attending school, or other financial hardship) please discuss the ways in which these experiences have affected your academic opportunities. Explain why UCI is a good match for your summer goals. Also, please discuss how your prior life experiences (academic, professional, volunteer, etc.) demonstrate commitment to graduate education, especially at UC Irvine ................
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