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<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Greetings, All!</span></i>
<i><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
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<p class="xmsonormal"><i><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">The snow is here and actually sticking (kind of) and we have all gained an hour through daylight savings, so that’s nice! It’s shaping up to be a busy week, so be sure
to swing by the office if you need a little boost in the form of candy to get you through the day.<o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
<p class="xmsonormal"><i><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><o:p> </o:p></span></i></p>
<p class="xmsonormal"><i><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">In celebration of Veterans & Military Family Month and National Native American Heritage Month, here’s a few facts about native veterans:<o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
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<li class="xmsonormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5"><i><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">There are about 14,250 members in the active duty force who identify as American Indians. (That’s about 1.1%.)<o:p></o:p></span></i></li><li class="xmsonormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5"><i><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Interestingly, the American Indian and Alaska Native population within the United States also accounts for 1.1% of the total population
(3.7 million people).<o:p></o:p></span></i></li><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="circle">
<li class="xmsonormal" style="mso-list:l2 level2 lfo5"><i><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">2.9% of the US population (5.9 million people) identifies as being both American Indian and Alaska Native and within another race group.<o:p></o:p></span></i></li></ul>
<li class="xmsonormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5"><i><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">In 2020, the first national memorial dedicated solely to Native American veterans was unveiled at the Smithsonian’s National Museum
of the American Indian in Washington, D. C. It took 20 years to make and the designer/creator of the memorial has stated that he believes it will become a place of strength, power, healing, and spirituality. You can read more about it by going
<a href="https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/native-american-veterans-receive-place-their-own-reflect-and-heal-180976247/">
here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></i></li></ul>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">There are exciting opportunities for you and fun things happening this week and beyond. Check them out below!</span></i><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><u><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Announcements & Reminders<o:p></o:p></span></u></p>
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="color:#A66BD3;margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">
<span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Follow us on our Department of Nanoscience & Biomedical Engineering
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/sdsmtnanobme">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sdsmtnanobme/">
Instagram</a> accounts! We'd love to post anything exciting our students are up to. Internships, co-op's, new jobs, accomplishments, etc. Send any info you'd like to let us post to Dr. J. We also have
<a href="https://twitter.com/SdsmtB">Twitter</a>, which is being run by Dr. Scott! Help us showcase all the great things we're doing!<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">If you are a BME
<b>undergraduate</b> student:<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="circle">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Be sure to meet with Dr. J to discuss your career goals & professional development opportunities (Book your appointment
<a href="https://sdsmt.campus.eab.com/pal/NyfnNwlsuF">here</a>.)<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">If you are a NANO or BME
<b>graduate</b> student:<o:p></o:p></span></li><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="circle">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Drop by EEP 235 and introduce yourself to Dr. J if you haven’t already.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Volunteer Opportunities:<o:p></o:p></span></li><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="circle">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">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
<a href="https://my.medlifemovement.org/">here</a> for more details.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Scholarship/Fellowship Opportunities:<o:p></o:p></span></li><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="circle">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Critical Language Scholarship applications are now open. Learn more and apply before
<b>November 15<sup>th</sup> </b>by going <a href="https://clscholarship.org/">here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">The Barry Goldwater Scholarship application is now open for students pursuing a B.S. in science, math, or engineering
who are within their first two years of study. (See attached flyer.) For more information about this scholarship, please reach out to Career Services. Deadline for nominations is the first week in January.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Boren Scholarships (for undergraduates-deadline
<b>February 1<sup>st</sup>, 2023</b>) and Boren Fellowships (for graduate students-deadline
<b>January 25<sup>th</sup>, 2023</b>) are now open. Recipients must work for the federal government for one year after graduation. Learn more by going
<a href="https://www.borenawards.org/">here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Applications are now open for applying to the
<i>Completing the Dream Scholarship Program</i> (see attachment). This program is for students in good academic standing who are facing challenges with returning/graduating due to an outstanding financial need and/or an emergency situation. The application
window is open until all scholarship funds are awarded or until <b>May 31<sup>st</sup>, 2023</b>.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Employment/Internship Opportunities:<o:p></o:p></span></li><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="circle">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">A local family is looking for an after school caregiver to help with caring for their 6-year-old son, Sam, who has
cerebral palsy, from 2:30pm-5:30pm 3 days/week. (See <a href="https://sites.google.com/view/caregiver-position">
this link</a> & the attachment.)<o:p></o:p></span></li><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="square">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level3 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">For those of you on pre-health career paths, this is a great opportunity to get some direct patient care experience!<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">The Avera Research Institute is hiring! West River is looking for an Administrative Coordinator (check out the position
<a href="https://pm.healthcaresource.com/cs/avera/#/job/80716">here</a>) and East River is looking for a Clinical Coordinator (see position
<a href="https://pm.healthcaresource.com/cs/avera/#/job/80759">here</a>) and a Research Assistant (see position
<a href="https://pm.healthcaresource.com/cs/avera/#/job/80114">here</a>).<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory is looking for R2B Biomechanical Engineering interns for 2023. Learn more
and apply by going <a href="https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=Biomedical%20Engineering%20Internships&redirected=1&vjk=a4a719b3e6a02771">
here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">R&D Internship with Smith & Nephew recently posted. Read more and apply by going
<a href="https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=Biomedical+Engineering+Internships&redirected=1&vjk=b3612b3d622d0c2c">
here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Genentech offers internships in biotechnology. Learn more by going
<a href="https://careers.gene.com/us/en/internships">here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Check out GE’s list of internships by going
<a href="https://jobs.gecareers.com/global/en/internships-co-ops">here</a>. More specifically,
<a href="https://jobs.gecareers.com/healthcare/global/en/students-graduates">here’s student opportunities through GE Healthcare</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Other Professional Development Opportunities:<o:p></o:p></span></li><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="circle">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">The Society for Biomaterials is hosting a free webinar on the topic of
<i>Engineering Cells & Their Microenvironments</i> on <b>November 14<sup>th</sup></b> at 12:00-1:00PM MST. Learn more and register by going
<a href="https://ahint.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYtcuGsqD4uH919sq6UJR5gkqZo_8NMNoiV">
here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">BMES Meeting Topics/Events for upcoming weeks:<o:p></o:p></span></li><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="square">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level3 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Interview with a professional (TBA) (November 16<sup>th</sup>)<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level3 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Social/Finals Prep (November 30<sup>th</sup>)<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">The Society for Biomaterials is continuing their SIG Webinar Series with a session on
<i>Immune Engineering SIG</i> on <b>November 17<sup>th</sup></b> at 12:00-1:00PM MST. Learn more and register for free by going
<a href="https://ahint.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcucumoqzkuE9TcSfLKUNQ23wK1fagiuHkJ">
here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Applications are now open for the American College of Cardiology’s (ACC) Young Scholars Program. This program is
for college freshmen/sophomores interested in careers in cardiovascular medicine. The program involves a year long project with a member mentor from the ACC and an opportunity to travel to the 2024 annual scientific session of ACC’s meeting. Deadline to apply
is <b>December 1<sup>st</sup>, 2022</b>. Learn more and apply by going <a href="https://www.acc.org/Membership/Sections-and-Councils/Academic-Cardiology-Section/Young-Scholars-Program">
here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Applications are open for the Research Internships in Science and Engineering (RISE) program in Germany. Learn more
and apply before <b>December 15<sup>th</sup></b> by going <a href="https://www.daad.de/rise/en/rise-germany/">
here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Sanford Research has opened applications for their Sanford Program for Undergraduate Research (SPUR) summer program
for next year. The application deadline is <b>January 31<sup>st</sup>, 2023</b>. Learn more and apply by going
<a href="https://research.sanfordhealth.org/academic-programs/undergraduates/spur">
here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Applications for the Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) are now open! SHPEP is a free six-week summer
enrichment program for students interested in the health professions. The SHPEP application deadline is
<b>February 5<sup>th</sup>, 2023</b>. Learn more about SHPEP by going <a href="https://www.shpep.org/application-process/admission-timeline/">
here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">If you are interested in studying abroad, be sure to swing by and chat with Suzi Aadland and Beth Riley in the
<a href="https://www.sdsmt.edu/Campus-Life/Ivanhoe-International-Center/">Ivanhoe International Center</a>. They can help you plan an amazing learning journey!
</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif">😊</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="square">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level3 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Also, did you know that South Dakota Mines offers both a minor and a certificate in Global Engineering & Science?
Learn more about these by going <a href="https://www.sdsmt.edu/Academics/Study-Abroad/Global-Academic-Focus/">
here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Are you a member of a professional organization, such as the
<a href="https://www.biophysics.org/">Biophysical Society</a>, the <a href="https://www.bmes.org/">
Biomedical Engineering Society</a>, or the <a href="https://biomaterials.org/">Society for Biomaterials</a>? 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.<o:p></o:p></span></li><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="square">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level3 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">If you are in our campus chapter of BMES, but not a member of the national organization, you can change that for
only $15! (One of the cheapest membership dues for a national society that I’ve ever seen.) Here’s some information about the
<a href="https://www.bmes.org/content.asp?admin=Y&contentid=578">benefits of becoming a national member</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Looking for supplemental clinical shadowing opportunities? Check out HEAL for shadowing 101 courses that are free
and happening every Wednesday night. (*Note that this should not be your <i>only</i> shadowing experience, but it is a great way to gain some
<i>additional</i> shadowing and learn some new things. </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif">😊</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">) Learn more and sign up by going
<a href="https://www.clinicalshadowing.com/">here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
</ul>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><u><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">This Week’s Events/Reminders:
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Monday, November 7<sup>th</sup>:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Application deadline for the Brass LIFE Award for $5,000/semester for up to 3 semesters (one must be study abroad)
is today. Learn more and apply by going <a href="https://sdsmt.presence.io/form/brass-life-award-2022">
here</a>. (Also, see attached flier.)<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Explore Health Careers is hosting Health Professions Week in November (<b>Nov. 5<sup>th</sup>-11<sup>th</sup></b>)!
Learn more and register for the week’s activities by going <a href="http://hpw.explorehealthcareers.org/hpw22/inquiryform">
here</a>.</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">6:30PM MST – FHSP is hosting a virtual event with Rocky Vista University where admissions representatives will be
talking about their osteopathic medicine and physician assistant programs. There will be free pizza in CBEC 3304 for anyone who RSVPs
<a href="https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLScWHzJluF9u4Uzt3x5Kc9x1pHa5UXnDsU8Yf4qexVs-W-iAGQ%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link&data=05%7C01%7CJohnica.Morrow%40sdsmt.edu%7Cf0e84c73eeb14fe20ebb08dac072f1a8%7C867083e60b14435f9b4e8be26f01d84e%7C0%7C0%7C638033897165905681%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=UxxmsqoxQiSSgBE2UIhICxL2yehuwDc2%2FVcW%2FKRJnr0%3D&reserved=0">
using this form</a>. You can also join remotely via <a href="https://rvu-edu.zoom.us/j/91574151309?pwd=K2xmaVQ1NW9xYjZVVkFVSVVZQWpFQT09">
this Zoom link</a>.</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Tuesday, November 8<sup>th</sup>:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Be sure to vote if eligible!</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">9:00AM MST – The Society for Biomaterials is continuing their SIG Webinar Series with today’s session on
<i>Surface Characterization & Modification SIG</i>. Learn more and register for free by going
<a href="https://ahint.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwkce-gqzIuE9Un_pWeVsqerFMyr-Ondybq">
here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">10:30AM-1:00PM – Veterans Club Chili Cookoff held in Surbeck Ballroom<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">4:00PM-6:00PM MST – SD First is sponsoring their second annual First Generation College Student Celebration Day!
Join them for free refreshments in the Christensen Hall of Fame for a talk by local celebrity and all-around amazing human being, Dr. Valeriah Big Eagle, the Executive Director of Friends of the Children and fellow-first generation college graduate! (See attached
flyer.)<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Wednesday, November 9<sup>th</sup>:</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">3:00PM-5:00PM MST – Sigma Xi is hosting Dr. Yun Seok Choi (BHSU Chemistry) for a meet and greet followed by a presentation
titled, <i>Protein-based biosensors for a high-throughput drug screening</i> in CB 206-E. (See attached file.)</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">3:30PM MST – BMES tour of Mastel Precision Instruments. Meet in Surbeck parking lot at 3:10PM and please fill out
<a href="https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSdD75to9DO37q6JZCIxdmrhzPbdE_il1T4VauvRR_GLjAcAeA%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link&data=05%7C01%7CJohnica.Morrow%40sdsmt.edu%7C72d7352430334b6e484f08dac0cd6ceb%7C867083e60b14435f9b4e8be26f01d84e%7C0%7C0%7C638034285773275042%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=q%2BtKFGk3ACX8u%2B81h%2FDgjOrzD6srBqLnmScLC8Q7tLc%3D&reserved=0">
this form</a> if interested.</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Thursday, November 10<sup>th</sup>:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">10:45AM – Veterans Day Salute in Surbeck</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Friday, November 11<sup>th</sup>:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">No classes – Veterans Day<u><o:p></o:p></u></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">7:30AM-8:30AM MST – Monument Health Virtual Grand Rounds! This week’s event will feature Dr. Jae Kim with Monument
Health Neurology. Dr. Kim will give a talk titled, <i>Acute ischemic stroke: Current and New Therapies</i>. You can join the virtual session via WebEx using
<a href="https://monumenthealth.webex.com/monumenthealth/j.php?MTID=me60ee485885ca07d5490f7e0b37013d6">
this link</a>.<u><o:p></o:p></u></span></li></ul>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><u><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Other Upcoming Events:<o:p></o:p></span></u></p>
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">5:00PM – Diwali (The Festival of Lights) will be celebrated on
<b>November 19<sup>th</sup></b> in the Surbeck Ballroom.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">The Avera Research Institute and Walking Forward are hosting their second annual Health Symposium at the Rushmore
Plaza Holiday Inn on <b>Friday, December 2<sup>nd</sup>-Saturday, December 3<sup>rd</sup></b> from 7:30AM-4:30PM both days. This is a great local opportunity for those of you interested in health careers! Tickets for the event are $10. Learn more and register
by going <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2nd-annual-walking-forward-health-forum-and-policy-symposium-tickets-410837143957">
here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">AACOM is hosting a virtual Choose DO Medical School Expo on
<b>December 7<sup>th</sup></b> from 10AM-4PM MST. Details for registration coming soon!<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">The AAMC Fee Assistance Program application deadline is
<b>December 9<sup>th</sup></b>. Learn more and apply by going <a href="https://students-residents.aamc.org/fee-assistance-program/fee-assistance-program-fap">
here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">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!<o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Have a wonderful week,<o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">~Dr. J<o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
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(she/her) <br>
NANO-BME Program Coordinator</span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Segoe UI",sans-serif;color:#002554"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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