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The August 2021 College of Science Undergraduates Newsletter
Welcome to Fall Semester 2021-22
Welcome to the 2021-22 academic year at Utah State! To say we live in interesting times is an understatement, but know we appreciate your hard work and resilience and look forward to a great year of learning, discovery, and service.

This newsletter includes important information about opportunities available to you. Please keep in touch with our website at usu.edu/science for more news and updates.

We are the Aggie Family!
Michelle

Dr. Michelle Baker
Interim Dean
Student Hardship Fund
College of Science Student Hardship Fund Launched 
Thanks to the generosity of the Aggie Family, the College of Science has initiated the College of Science Hardship Fund to provide one-time, emergency financial assistance to students within the college who are experiencing a crisis. This fund is separate from the university’s Student Emergency Fund, from which science majors may also apply for assistance. To access the fund’s website, select “Students” from the main navigation bar on the College of Science home page and select “Student Hardship Fund” from the drop-down menu.  
 
For questions beyond the information on the website, please contact Associate Dean Greg Podgorski at greg.podgorski@usu.edu.  
Research Round Up
Learn About Peer Mentorship Program
The college’s student-led Science Council offers a Peer Mentorship Program to help undergraduate science majors make the most of their college experience. Seniors and juniors can apply to serve as mentors, while sophomores and freshmen can sign up to be mentored. The deadline for mentor and mentee applications is Friday, Sept. 10. Questions? Contact council member Madison Ohlensehlen at madison.ohlensehlen@usu.edu.
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Save the Date for Hansen Life Sciences Retreat
Registration is opens Sept. 1 for the 2021 Hansen Life Sciences Retreat to be held at Logan’s Riverwoods Conference Center Friday and Saturday, Oct. 8-9. Celebrating its 11th year, the annual gathering is open to all USU students and faculty involved in the study of biological processes at the molecular level. 
Research Round Up
Join Us Sept. 1 for ‘Day on the Quad’ 
Take a break and head to the quad between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. for Weeks of Welcome’s ‘Day on the Quad.’ Be sure to stop by the College of Science booth, along with our departmental and student club booths, for some start-of-semester fun! 
Research Round Up
Join the Student-led Science Council 
Would YOU like to get involved in student leadership, outreach, service and more? The Science Council, which organizes Science Week and other college events, coordinates the Peer Mentorship Program and volunteers at Science Unwrapped and advocates for students is seeking new members. 
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Learn About University Mental Health Resources 
Did you know Utah State offers a variety of support services for students? Don’t hesitate to reach out to these resources for information and assistance. You matter. 
Science Unwrapped Explores New Horizons 
Science Unwrapped, the public outreach program of the College of Science, kicks off its 2021-22 series Friday, Sept. 17, at 7 pm in ESLC 130, with USU data scientist Kevin Moon, who presents, “Seeing Science.”  
 
Would you like to volunteer to provide learning activities for Science Unwrapped? Contact Mary-Ann Muffoletto at maryann.muffoletto@usu.edu for details. 
Research Round Up
Research Round-Up  
USU offers numerous opportunities for undergrads to fund and to present their research. Keep an eye on the USU Office of Research website to learn about opportunities. 
August/September 2021 Calendar 
August 27

August 30

September 9
  • Labor Day - No Classes

September 17

September 30
  • Fall Convocation (Invitation Only)