Tuesday, May 21, 2024

BCSM Council Applications

 


Please see the message below from BCSM Student Council

 We are hoping to grow the council and have representation of all departments next year. We would like to have most applications in around Friday May 31st.

In the flier, the QR code is the link to the application, but here is the link to the form:

https://forms.gle/gC1aidXa9MhWY8Sg8

 

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to email the council, or me, Kathryn Hutchinson (kdhutchi@calpoly.edu)

Thank you,
BCSM Student Council






Monday, May 6, 2024

BCSM University Union Advisory Board (UUAB) Seat Available (Application due May 10th)

ASI Student Government's University Union Advisory Board (UUAB) is recruiting to fill the Bailey College of Science and Mathematics open seat for the 2024-25 academic year. Students on the UUAB have a unique opportunity to hone their student leadership skills while advocating for the campus community at large. The UUAB makes policy recommendations for ASI-managed facilities including the Cal Poly Recreation Center, Julian A. McPhee University Union, Cal Poly Sports Complex, Doerr Family Field, and the Cal Poly P while working to maintain the integrity of the University Union student body fee. Applications will be accepted until May 10, 2024. Interviews will take place from May 13–17. More information can be found on our website. Would you be willing to share this opportunity with your students? I've attached a flyer in case you'd be open to displaying in your space, as well. 

Thank you! Please let me know if you have any questions about this opportunity,

Meghan

 

Meghan Schuler-Jones, M.A. 
(SHE/HER/HERS)
Assistant Director—Public Relations, Leadership, and DEI
 
Associated Students, Inc.
California Polytechnic State University
1 Grand Ave. San Luis Obispo, CA 93407-0440
P: 805-756-0654
asi.calpoly.edu

Wednesday, April 24, 2024

APIDA FSA Student Scholarship (Due 5/27)

Please see the following scholarship opportunity:

Dear all, 

The Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Faculty Staff Association is offering a scholarship of up to $1000 to one or more students with demonstrated need and who have made significant contributions the APIDA community. 

Please share with your networks and students. Please see the attached flyer for more information. Application form can also be found here

Deadline is Monday, May 27. 

If you have any questions at all, please email me at gyeh@calpoly.edu. Thanks so much! 

All the best, 

Grace I. Yeh, Ph.D. 

pronouns she/her/hers

Professor, Ethnic Studies

College of Liberal Arts

Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, CA

Thursday, April 18, 2024

Cal Poly College Corps


Please see the message below from Allison Priola, Program Manager, AmeriCorps Programs:

Cal Poly is thrilled to be part of the statewide service and career development initiative known as #CaliforniansForAll College Corps!

If you're eager to make a meaningful impact in our community, while also exploring your career aspirations and honing essential skills, then look no further than this incredible program. College Corps offers Fellows the chance to dive into hands-on work with local nonprofits or government agencies in San Luis Obispo, focusing on crucial areas such as climate action, K-12 education, or food insecurity.

And here's the exciting part: you'll earn a $10,000 (pre-tax) as a part of this fellowship! This includes a $7,000 living allowance distributed throughout your service term, along with a $3,000 education award upon completing 450 service hours.

This opportunity is open to all full-time undergraduate students, and applications are now open. Don't miss out on this chance to make a difference and grow professionally!

For more information about the program and to submit your application, visit https://serviceinaction.calpoly.edu/college-corps-recruitment. If you have any questions, please reach out to our program at collegecorps@calpoly.edu

Join us in shaping a brighter future through service and learning with College Corps!

Monday, March 18, 2024

22nd Annual Bailey College Student Research Conference

Please see the registration information for the 22nd Annual Bailey College Student Research Conference.

 As usual there will be poster sessions, oral presentations, and an expanded networking and mentoring lunch for students to meet with BCSM alumni and other professionals. Please help us highlight the amazing research our students do in the Bailey College of Science and Mathematics!

 

Students can register now for the 22nd annual Bailey College Student Research Conference!

2024 Student Research Conference

 

Key dates:

Registration/Abstract Submission Deadline: Monday, April 15th by 5:00pm

Posters due for printing: Monday, May 6th by 8:00am

Conference: Thursday May 16th & Friday May 17th

Students can choose to present a poster or a talk.  More information is on the website, including guidelines and sample abstracts.

 

Optional Art Contest

Deadline: Monday, March 25th

Contest Details

 

Friday, March 15, 2024

Theory and Foundations of Statistics in the Era of Big Data Conference

The Department of Statistics, Florida State University, in coordination with the International Indian Statistical Association (IISA), is proud to hold a conference to bring together present-day statistical and data science innovators and senior leaders with emerging young researchers to identify, discuss and direct solutions of the foundational issues and challenges faced by modern-day statistics and data science.

Pioneering Statisticians' Centenary Celebration

The conference also celebrates and honors the foundational and pioneering contributions of two statistical stalwarts, Debabrata Basu and Raghu Raj Bahadur, on their birth centenary. 

The Theory and Foundations of Statistics in the Era of Big Data Conference will be held in Tallahassee, FL  April 19-21st.

Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Math/Stat Research Opportunity at UNC Charlotte

The Math Research at UNC Charlotte site will be hosting 10-week, full time math/stat research projects for undergraduate students this summer. Applications are due March 15th.  Please see the program overview below. You can find more information and access the application window through the following link: Math/Stat Research at UNC Charlotte

Program Overview

The Math Research at UNC Charlotte (MRC-REU) site will host undergraduate students working with faculty mentors for 10 weeks on research projects in topics including inverse problems, differential equations, number theory, material science, probability theory, and statistics. The objective of the program is to cultivate in the students an appreciation of mathematics and its applications and to stimulate the students’ interest in pursuing careers in STEM. The program will foster the overall professional growth of the participants through presentations, training, and networking with alumni and local industry partners.

  • Program dates: The 2024 MRC-REU program will be from May 20 – July 26, 2024
  • Commitment: This project is expected to be an intensive research experience. During the ten weeks of the program, participants are expected to work full-time on their project. In particular, participants should not hold other jobs or be enrolled in classes during that time.
  • Eligibility: According to the NSF rules (https://www.nsf.gov/crssprgm/reu/), undergraduate students supported with NSF funds must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States or its possessions. Additionally, we would like undergraduate students at a university, college, or community college who have a  strong interest in mathematics or  statistics and a desire to pursue undergraduate research. Applicants should be a college-bound high school senior through rising college senior; be and remain a student in good standing with a GPA of 3.0 or higher; and plan to complete an undergraduate degree program. Students from colleges or universities that have limited opportunities for research and/or who are from underrepresented groups in mathematics are especially encouraged to apply.
  • Application window: Feb 3 – March 15, 2024. (link)
  • Contact: Michael Grabchak and Xingjie (Helen) Li

Program Activities

  1. Ten-week summer research
  2. $6,000 stipend for summer research
  3. On-campus housing provided
  4. Boot camp, seminars and workshop activities
  5. Recreational activities
  6. Industrial and graduate school panel discussion
  7. Final research symposium