At the Volgenau School of Engineering, the world is your laboratory, with studies in the classroom and in the field. Because Civil Engineering students study geological formations to learn how to build sustainable bridges, roads, and tunnels, professor Burak Tanyu’s geotechnical engineering class toured the 1,500-acre Cedar Mountain Quarry in the Shenandoah foothills.
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Established in 2007, the George Mason University (ASSIP) is seeking high school students with a passion for science and a desire to gain practical scientific experience during the summer of 2012.In addition to gaining hands-on lab experience, participants have the opportunity to work alongside scientists trying to solve some of the most vexing problems in proteomics, genomics, medicine, neuroscience, biodefense, bioinformatics, and bioengineering. As a bonus, many students have the opportunity to see their names included in articles published in scientific journals or their work presented at prestigious scientific conferences.Nearly have participated in, since 2007. Last year, 35 high school students from 12 local schools participated in the program.And they worked on some including creating software to merge face and speech recognition and investigating supermassive black holes.ASSIP participants also explored a variety of career opportunities in the STEM fields and forged a strong network of professional contacts.“America needs more scientists, and we are dedicated to inspire future scientific leaders,” said Dr. Lance Liotta, one of ASSIP’s founding faculty members. “Our mentors are enthusiastic about engaging students in scientific research, and community sponsors share our passion to provide such enlightening opportunities.”Applicants must be 16 years old as of the first day of the program, which starts on June 21, 2012. Laboratories are located on GMU’s Prince William and Fairfax campuses, and students are responsible for their own housing and transportation.ASSIP is a highly competitive program. Science courses completed, cumulative GPA, volunteer/work experience, personal statements, and a letter of recommendation will be considered.
Interviews will be scheduled for highly qualified candidates.An is currently available on the ASSIP website and must be submitted no later than February 15, 2012, by 5:00 pm. EST.For more information as well as a list of mentors and departments participating in the 2012 program, visit the. This blog is dedicated to the wonderful high school students and their families who come to me for college advice. You will note a small bias toward readers located in northern Virginia. Although I work with students from lots of different places, this is my base. Rah, Super NoVA!In this blog, I address a variety of topics or trends in college admissions.
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Aspiring Scientists Summer Internship ProgramThe Aspiring Scientists Summer Internship Program ( ASSIP) at George Mason University was developed by Dr Lance Liotta, Emanuel Petricoin and Amy Adams in 2007. It is designed for high school and undergraduate students interested in exploring cutting edge science and medicine.
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