The following e-mail message was sent to all current Biology majors on 25 January 2007:

Hello majors!

I have been compiling all the messages that are sent to the department to be shared with you into this one, massive e-mail. Please take the time to scan the contents so that you don't miss any important deadlines. Most of the messages relate to summer internship opportunities but there are also some job opportunities for those of you leaving us at the end of the semester. I've provided web addresses when available but contact me if you'd like more information about any of the announcements. Additionally, we post any flyers we receive on the bulletin boards around the Academic Office on the first floor of Leidy.

TONIGHT! A representative of George Washington University's graduate program in Molecular Biotechnology is visiting campus to promote their new Master's Program in Molecular Biotechnology. This is a 16 course program allowing students to undertake "real-world innovation projects and corporate internships." Learn more tonight at 5 pm in Golkin in Houston Hall (free pizza and drinks!). Presented by the Career Services Office.

Summer Research Opportunities:
EcoInformatics Summer Institute (EISI) at HJ Andrews Experimental Forest - This 10 week program is designed to promote the "integration of mathematics, computer science, and engineering" in the study and management of ecosystems. Visit http://eco-informatics.engr.oregonstate.edu for more information. Application deadline is February 1st.

Columbia University Amgen Scholars Program - This 10 week program at Columbia University or Barnard College includes participation in a conference in California. Additional information is available at http://www.columbia.edu/cu/biology/ug/amgen/. Application deadline is February 9th.

Penn Molecular Biology Undergraduate Summer Research Program - This is a full-time internship in "basic laboratory research related to gene therapy of cystic fibrosis, other genetic diseases, cancer, and vaccines." Begins June 4 and ends August 10. Complete information and applications are available at http://www.med.upenn.edu/gtp/education/07mbsummer.html. Application deadline is February 28th.

Boyce Thompson Institute for Plant Research (Cornell University) - A 10 week program in Plant Genome Research. More information and application forms are available at http://bti.cornell.edu/pgrp. Applications must be postmarked by March 1st.

Summer Research and Training at Michigan State University - Students will work on projects in plant functional genomics in one of 10 laboratories in the Departments of Biochemistry and Plant Biology. For more information, visit http://www.plastid.msu.edu/internships/undergrads.html. Application deadline is March 16th.

Summer Internship in Native Plants and Public Gardens - The Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve in New Hope offers training in native plant propagation, groundskeeping, and public education. Interns have the opportunity for individual research. Visit http://www.bhwp.org or e-mail Hildy Ellis, Education Coordinator, at ellis@bhwp.org for more information. Applications are due by February 9th.

Adkins Arboretum Internship Program - The arboretum in Maryland offers an opportunity to work with their professional staff on garden maintenance, seed collection, plant community data collection, and other tasks. Additionally, interns are encouraged to conduct independent research in horticulture, ecology, or environmental education. For more information visit http://www.adkinsarboretum.org or e-mail Sylvan Kaufman, Conservation Curator, at skaufman@adkinsarboretum.org.

NSF Research Experience for Undergraduates (REUs): The National Science Foundation provides paid internships at labs across the country in a variety of disciplines. Visit http://www.nsf.gov/crssprgm/reu/index.jsp to search for programs in your area. Many programs have deadlines in February or early March. Here are four that were sent to the department:
Maryland Sea Grant REU - A 12 week program with opportunities to work on individual research projects at either Chesapeake Biological Lab or Horn Point Lab. Visit http://www.mdsg.umd.edu/Education/REU/index.html for more information. Application deadline is February 13th.

Ecology in Context at Institute of Ecosystem Studies (Millbrook, NY) - A 12 week program for ecological research in forest and aquatic systems. To apply, visit http://www.ecostudies.org/reu.html. Applications must be postmarked by February 15th.

Watershed Studies at College of William and Mary - This 10 week program provides an opportunity to study the "geology, biology, hydrology, and chemistry of watersheds." Visit http://www.wm.edu/environment/REU/Reu_Home.html for more information. Application deadline is March 1st.

Harvard Forest Summer Research Program in Ecology - A 12 week program to work on projects in forest ecosystems. The list of research projects to choose from and application information is available at http://harvardforest.fas.harvard.edu/education/reu/reu.html. Applications are due March 7th.

Other summer opportunities:
Volunteer at the Southwestern Research Station in Arizona. In return for 24 hours/week of "routine chores," you get room and board at the station. In your free time, you can help with field research, go hiking, or whatever. A minimum stay of six weeks is required but you pick the dates between March 1 and November 1. For more information and an application, visit http://research.amnh.org/swrs/.

Job Opportunities:
A representative of The Rockefeller University will be visiting campus on Friday, Feb. 9th to provide information on Biomedical Research Assistant positions. Working as a research assistant is a great way to gain experience for 1-2 years before entering graduate or medical school. Contact Penn's Career Services Office (http://www.vpul.upenn.edu/careerservices) by January 29th if you wish to attend.

Research Assistant position available in the lab of Dr. Peter Oettgen at the Harvard Institutes of Medicine and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston. The position will start in May or June 2007. Dr. Oettgen's lab investigates the processes of blood vessel development, angiogenesis, and vascular inflammation. Visit their web site at http://www.bidmc.harvard.edu/medicine/cardiology/Oettgenlab for more information.

Wondergy, a local business presenting educational and entertaining science programs (http://www.wondergy.com/), seeks presenters for science educational outreach. "Blow stuff up, freeze stuff, shock small children, play with powerful lasers, and generally convince people that the world is a great toy." Part-time position with variable hours (evenings and weekends required). Contact krystyna@wondergy.com for more information.

Green Corps Leadership Training Program - a full-time, one year, paid training program. Classroom, workshop, and field training provide experience in managing volunteers, mobilizing grassroots pressure, and implementing environmental campaigns. To apply, fill out an online application at http://www.greencorps.org or contact Jesse Littlewood, Recruitment Director, at jobs@greencorps.org.

And last but not least...
PennScience: Journal of Undergraduate Research is accepting submissions for the Spring 2007 edition. Please submit your senior thesis, senior design paper, summer research paper, or other article by Friday, February 2nd. Submissions can be made online at http://www.pennscience.org/?view=submit. If you have questions, e-mail the editors at pennscience.editors@gmail.com.