The Intersection Your May 2020 College of Science Student Newsletter

Even in summer, research funding opportunities abound! Stay informed about research training and funding opportunities.

Above - Left to right, graduate researcher, Jeff Perala-Dewey (Chemistry & Biochemistry) and his faculty mentor, Dr. Kim Hageman (Chemistry & Biochemistry).

Graduate Research Funding Opportunity

Graduate Students: Apply for a GRCO Grant BY JUNE 15 Graduate students are invited to apply for a USU Graduate Research and Creative Opportunity (GRCO) grant. The deadline for proposals is June 15.

Apply for a GRCO Grant

Above - Left to right, Dr. T.C. Shen (Physics) and and former UCRO and College of Science Minigrant recipient, Christian Lange (Physics)

Undergraduate Research Funding Opportunity Deadlines

Undergraduate Research Minigrant Applications DUE MAY 15 Undergraduate researchers, who are science majors, are invited to apply for a College of Science Undergraduate Minigrant . Deadline for application is May 15.  Apply Now for Fall URCO Grant BY JUNE 15 The next application period for URCO grants (for Fall 2020) opens June 1 and the application deadline is June 15.

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Learn About Opportunities Offered through the USU Research Office

For Undergraduates, Graduate Students and Faculty: Sign up to receive notifications about virtual research workshops, funding and presentation opportunities offered through the USU Office of Research.

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Congrats to 2020 Peak Summer Research Fellows

Congratulations to College of Science scholars Ethan Ancell (Math/Stat), Matthew Hogan (Physics), Christian Lange (Physics) and Tyler Wallentine (Chem/Biochem), who are among 11 USU students selected as 2020 Peak Summer Research Fellows. These undergrads will participate in an intensive, 10-week summer experience featuring research and leadership training.

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Congrats Summer 2020 URCO Recipients

Congratulations to 2020 Summer College of Science recipients of USU’s Undergraduate Research & Creative Opportunities (URCO) grants: Ethan Ancell (Math/Stat), Gerald Jones (Math/Stat), Miles Robertson (Biology), Rachel Sagers (Biology) and Arianna Towne (Chem/Biochem).

See All of the Summer 2020 URCO Recipients

Science Unwrapped Explores 'Brave New World' in 2020-21 Series

During the 2020-21 academic year, the College of Science's public outreach program, Science Unwrapped, explores the excitement and challenges of emerging science. If public gatherings are allowed, events will take place, as always, on Friday evenings at 7 p.m. in ESLC 130. If social distancing remains, we'll explore remote delivery options. Whether we use a physical or virtual venue, we promise a provocative series! Follow us on Facebook and Twitter .

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May 2020 Calendar

May 4 First day of summer semester 2020 | Registration Calendar May 9 Instructor's signature required to add a class | Registration Calendar May 21 Last day to add/drop a class | Registration Calendar May 12 2020 Virtual Statewide Alumni Career Fair | More Info May 15 College of Science Minigrant Application Due | Application May 19 Last day to convert letter grade to pass/fail for Spring 2020 | University Catalog May 25 Memorial Day | Academic Calendar

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Watch our recent video recognizing the Class of 2020

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