[Nano-bme] NANO-BME Weekly Update
nano-bme at gold.sdsmt.edu
nano-bme at gold.sdsmt.edu
Mon Feb 14 09:40:19 MST 2022
Good Morning, All!
Happy Valentine’s Day! I hope you are taking a little time to celebrate yourself and those who you love today. Swing by my office (EEP 235A) if you’d like some candy and a Valentine’s Day card from yours truly. 😊
It's also Black History Month, so here’s an article about Influential Black Biomedical Researchers<https://web.iit.edu/pritzker-institute/influential-black-biomedical-researchers>.
There are A LOT of things happening this week and beyond. Check them out below!
Announcements & Reminders
* If you are a BME undergraduate student, be sure to…
* Meet with Dr. J to discuss your career goals & professional development opportunities (Book your appointment here<https://sdsmt.campus.eab.com/pal/NyfnNwlsuF>.)
* If you are a freshman, you should also meet with your BME hybrid advisor, Chris Roman (Christopher.Roman at sdsmt.edu<mailto:Christopher.Roman at sdsmt.edu>) over in Student Success.
* Later this semester, you’ll want to meet with your academic advisor to discuss your Fall 2022 course schedule (Ask Dr. J if you aren’t sure who your academic advisor is!)
* If you are a NANO or BME graduate student, be sure to…
* Introduce yourself to Dr. J if you haven’t already! 😃
* Volunteer Opportunities:
* BME graduate student, Brock Folkers, is looking for participants to take part in a research study exploring how muscle tissue changes its electrical signal as it transitions from rested to fatigue states. If you are interested in participating, or to learn more about the study, please contact Brock (Brock.Folkers at mines.sdsmt.edu<mailto:Brock.Folkers at mines.sdsmt.edu>)
* MEDLIFE is a non-profit organization providing service learning experiences in Peru, Ecuador, and Tanzania. They make trips over winter break, spring break, and during the summer to accommodate student schedules. See attached flyer or go here<https://my.medlifemovement.org/> for more details.
* Judges are needed for the 67th Annual High Plains Regional Science & Engineering Fair on Tuesday, March 22nd. If you are interested in judging 6th-12th grade student projects in the biological, physical, or social sciences or engineering, you can register to do so by going here<https://www.online-registration-system.com/sd/hprsef/>. If you have any questions, please contact Rachel Skea at (605) 394-2420 or Rachel.Skea at sdsmt.edu<mailto:Rachel.Skea at sdsmt.edu>
* We are looking for volunteers to work a booth for our department during the Women in Science Conferences (March 15th-16th and May 11th). If you are interested in volunteering for one or both, please contact Dr. J.
* Employment/Internship Opportunities:
* The Avera Center for Pediatric and Community Research is hiring two summer interns. Learn more and apply by going here to see the call for an intern in Rapid City<https://pm.healthcaresource.com/cs/avera/#/job/71473> and here to see the call for an intern in Pine Ridge<https://pm.healthcaresource.com/cs/avera/#/job/71468>.
* For those of you looking for direct patient care experiences, Janice Knutsen is looking for a part-time live-in or non-live-in caretaker for her adult son with disabilities. She partners with Black Hills Works to provide care for her son and several of our pre-health students have worked for her in the past. Job duties, pay, benefits, and contact information can be found on the attached flyers.
* Other Professional Development Opportunities:
* Are you a member of a professional organization, such as the Biophysical Society<https://www.biophysics.org/>, the Biomedical Engineering Society<https://www.bmes.org/>, or the Society for Biomaterials<https://biomaterials.org/>? If not, you should be! Click to learn more about those organizations and ask Dr. J if you want to know more about why these organizations are important.
* Monument Health is now allowing South Dakota Mines students to shadow again (as long as you have proof of vaccinations for both COVID-19 and this season’s flu). Ask Dr. J for more information if interested!
* West River Area Health Education Center (WRAHEC) Scholars Program applications are now open. This is a great program for anyone interested in learning more about rural healthcare and/or anyone planning to practice in rural/medically underserved areas. – Learn more and apply by going here<https://www.westriversdahec.org/higher-education-students/sd-ahec-scholars/>.
* The deadline for applying for the Gilman-DAAD Scholarships for Germany is March 1st. Learn more and apply by going here<https://www.daad.org/en/find-funding/undergraduate-opportunities/gilman-daad-germany-scholarship/>.
* South Dakota Biotech sponsors the South Dakota FAST Launch program, which has a series of events coming up (see attached FAST flyer). Learn more and register for these events by going here<https://www.sdbio.org/fast>. Applications for the business competition are due February 25th and student applications are due March 4th.
* Applications for UCLA’s Pre-Medical Enrichment Program (PREP), which was created to help pre-med students from disadvantaged backgrounds strengthen their backgrounds for applying to medical school, are now open. The deadline to apply is February 28th, 2022. Learn more and apply by going here<https://medschool.ucla.edu/apply/prep>.
* Abstracts for the 12th Annual South Dakota Mines Student Research Symposium are due March 4th. The symposium will take place on Tuesday, April 5th in the Surbeck Center and is open to both undergraduates and graduate students. You may submit an abstract for doing an oral presentation or a poster presentation (but not both). Cash prizes will be awarded for first, second, and third place in all categories. Submit your abstract using this form<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1dzv0q-64stpGhXTTj7zXmcFl8Sw1rxrxTzakpyOnkY4/edit>. (Note that your mentor/advisor must review your abstract prior to submission.)
* The deadline for applying for the Gilman Scholarship (Pell Grant recipients only) for study abroad is March 8th. Learn more and apply by going here<https://www.gilmanscholarship.org/>.
* The Summer Biomechanics, Bioengineering, and Biotransport Conference (SB3C) will be held in Maryland from June 20th-23rd. Learn more by going here<https://sb3c.org/>.
This Week’s Events/Reminders:
Monday, February 14th:
* Valentine’s Day! Go by Dr. J’s office (EEP 235A) for candy and a card. 😊
Tuesday, February 15th:
* Deadline to apply to the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine (OU-HCOM)’s 5-week Summer Scholars program for underrepresented or educationally/economically disadvantaged students. The program replicates the experience of a first-year student in their program and features coursework in various medical sciences, workshops on admissions to OU-HCOM, study skills, time management, etc., and provides a living allowance. Those who complete the program will be eligible for a guaranteed interview with the medical school. Learn more by going here<https://www.ohio.edu/medicine/med-education/pre-med-education/summer-programs/summer-scholars>.
* Deadline to apply for summer scholarships for CAPA, The Global Education Network. (Application deadline is February 23rd.) Learn more here<https://www.capa.org/study-abroad#students>.
* 10:30AM-1:30PM – CEA representative (study abroad) will be hosting an informational table in lower Surbeck. Learn more about them here<https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/>.
Wednesday, February 16th:
* 2:00PM MST – UIWSOM is hosting a virtual student panel to talk about their experiences in a medical program, living in San Antonio, TX, and participating in community and other service activities. Learn more and register by going here<https://som.uiwtx.edu/Prospect/SignupEvent.aspx?id=85>.
* 2:30PM MST – The Touro College of Pharmacy is hosting a virtual informational session about their program via Zoom. Learn more and RSVP by going here<https://tcop.touro.edu/events/list/information-session-21622.php>.
* 6:00PM-8:00PM MST – The West River Area Health Education Center (WRAHEC) is hosting a COVID-19 Educational Forum that will feature a panel of medical professionals from Monument Health, USD, Rapid City Medical Center, Good Samaritan, Community Health Center of the Black Hills, and the SD Department of Health live via Zoom. Learn more and register for this event by going here<https://www.eventbrite.com/e/covid-19-panel-discussion-registration-250297876687>.
Thursday, February 17th:
* Dr. J’s Birthday! Swing by the office (EEP 235A) to grab some candy and say hello. 😃
* 11:00AM – Regis University in Denver is hosting a virtual information session for their Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree program. Learn more and register by going here<https://events.regis.edu/pharmd-events>.
* 2:00PM – ATSU is hosting a virtual workshop for MCAT preparation and a Q&A session with students in their medical program. Learn more and register for free by going here<https://www.eventbrite.com/e/atsu-mcat-prep-workshop-registration-257981879747>. (Advanced registration required.)
* 4:00PM – NANO-BME Seminar (topics vary each week and additional information will be sent out in a subsequent e-mail)
* 5:00PM – The Keck Graduate Institute is hosting a free virtual informational session about their PhD in Applied Life Sciences program. Learn more and register by going here<https://www.kgi.edu/event/phd-program-information-session-webinar/>.
* 6:00PM – The Keck Graduate Institute is hosting a free Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) Fieldwork and Capstone Webinar. Learn more and register by going here<https://www.kgi.edu/event/occupational-therapy-doctorate-otd-fieldwork-and-capstone-webinar/>.
Friday, February 18th:
* 7:30AM-8:30AM MST – Monument Health Virtual Grand Rounds. This week’s topic hasn’t been announced yet, but you will be able to join the virtual session via WebEx using this link<https://monumenthealth.webex.com/monumenthealth/j.php?MTID=me60ee485885ca07d5490f7e0b37013d6>. More information to come in an e-mail later this week.
* 1:00PM – The Keck Graduate Institute is hosting a free General Admissions Webinar. Learn more and register by going here<https://www.kgi.edu/event/general-admissions-webinar-6/>.
* 6:00PM – The Keck Graduate Institute is hosting a free session titled How to Write Your Best Personal Statement. Learn more and register by going here<https://www.kgi.edu/event/how-to-write-your-best-personal-statement/>.
This Weekend:
* February 19th-23rd – The Biophysical Society (BPS) is hosting their annual meeting on in San Francisco, CA. Learn more and register by going here<https://www.biophysics.org/2022meeting/#/>.
Other Upcoming Events:
* The AAMC is hosting a free webinar where you can learn more about the AAMC Fee Assistance Program at 12:00PM MST on February 22nd. Learn more and register by going here<https://aamc.elevate.commpartners.com/products/learn-about-the-new-2022-aamc-fee-assistance-program-february-22#tab-product_tab_overview>.
* Mark your calendars for the Virtual Career Fair on February 24th.
* Check out the CPDC’s YouTube channel<https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeDC9r0CP814dvq0je4fFYzyB7Fc0PZJy> for more videos and information to help you get ready for the fair.
* 3 graduate programs will be in attendance:
* Drexel University
* SDSM&T
* University of Nebraska-Lincoln, College of Engineering
* 3 employers offering internships, co-ops, and jobs will be in attendance:
* Abbott
* Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board
* Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility
* Health Professions Week kicks off on March 1st and will run all month long. This series of events is designed to help you explore different careers in healthcare. Learn more about the event and register for free by going here<https://bit.ly/SpringHPW22>.
* UIWSOM is hosting a general information session/Q&A with students about their programs on March 7th at 11:30AM MST. Learn more by going here<https://som.uiwtx.edu/Prospect/SignupEvent.aspx?id=86>.
* ATSU is hosting a virtual information session about their MSOT and OTD programs in occupational therapy on March 11th at 12PM MST. Learn more and register by going here<https://www.eventbrite.com/e/meet-your-program-atsu-occupational-therapy-programs-msot-otd-tickets-246810927127?aff=ebdsoporgprofile>.
* Rush University is hosting several informational sessions about their MS program in Medical Laboratory Sciences throughout the Spring semester. (See attachment.) The next session will be held on Saturday, March 12th at 9:00AM MST. Learn more and register for this and/or other sessions by going here<https://my.rush.edu/medicallaboratoryscience/inquiryform>.
* The Sanford PROMISE Community Lecture Series will host two public events via Zoom:
* March 24th – Dr. Nathan Skelly will present 3D printing technology in orthopedic surgery
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or would like to know more about opportunities, events, or activities related to our department!
Have a wonderful week,
~Dr. J
Dr. Johnica J. Morrow, (she/her)
NANO-BME Program Coordinator
Nanoscience & Nanoengineering
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