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The Synapse
Updates from the Sciences at Loyola University Maryland
February 2022 | Issue 40
It's shaping up to be an exciting spring for natural and applied sciences with Grand Seminar and Celebration of Science coming in April! Take a peek at what's ahead and learn more about student and faculty opportunities on campus and beyond.
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HIGHLIGHTS & GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Save the date for Grand Seminar - Tuesday, April 5!
NAS is pleased to announce this year's Grand Seminar will take place on Tuesday, April 5 at 6 PM at Evergreen and via Zoom featuring keynote speaker Nicola Fox, Ph.D., Heliophysics Division Director in the Science Mission Directorate at NASA Headquarters in Washington, DC.
Details and registration coming soon to www.loyola.edu/grandseminar.
Celebration of Science Week (April 4 - 8)
Join natural and applied sciences for Celebration of Science the week of April 4. Events will include pop-up classes, student club activities and tables by Boulder throughout the week, speed mentoring, and more!
If your club or organization is interested in participating, contact Jen Sullivan at jlsullivan4@loyola.edu.
Loyola Sciences In The News
Loyola chemistry professor leads efforts as parents, stakeholders advocate for improving Baltimore County Public Schools air quality (The Avenue News)
Updates in the COVID-19 pandemic including mask mandates and new variants featuring Christopher Thompson, Ph.D., associate professor of biology and immunologist
Loyola’s Data Science Program Earns High Ranking from Fortune (CityBizList)
- Loyola’s data science program earns high ranking from Fortune (Loyola.edu)
- Loyola to be featured in an episode of The College Tour, Amazon Prime show (Loyola.edu)
STUDENT & FACULTY OPPORTUNITIES
2022 Hauber Summer Research Fellowship Program - Application deadline extended to 2/25
Each summer, a select group of undergraduate NAS majors is selected to conduct research with faculty mentors on projects in their area of interest during the 10-week Hauber Summer Research Fellowship program, culminating with research presentations for the Loyola community, research posters, and scientific papers. Participation has been a stepping stone for many students to campus and national awards, publications, and admission to graduate programs. The fellowship carries a $5,000 stipend with discounted on-campus housing available and runs from the first week of June through mid-August.
To apply, students must connect with a faculty mentor and submit a tentative title and brief abstract of their proposed research. With the first few weeks of the spring semester conducted remotely, we realize that many students may not have had an opportunity to find a professor to work with. There is still time! The application deadline has been extended to Friday, February 25.
For details and application, visit www.loyola.edu/hauber.
If you have any questions, contact Jen Sullivan at jlsullivan4@loyola.edu.
Global Pathways for Students (GPS)
Applications are now being accepted for the Global Pathways for Students (GPS) Albrecht Fellowship Program at the World Trade Center Institute.
The GPS Program is designed to prepare college students for the competitive job market. By leveraging a vast regional network, 20-25 high-achieving students from various universities and colleges around the region have the opportunity to get their foot in the door of 9 different globally-minded companies, jumpstarting their practical skill development and professional network. Past participating companies of the program include Lockheed Martin, Stanley Black & Decker, Ciena, Under Armour, McCormick, PeaceCorps, and the U.S. State Department.
This year's fellowship will run from Tuesday, May 31, 2022 to Friday, June 10, 2022. Barring any further disruptions from COVID-19, this program will be fully in-person. The application deadline for the GPS Program is April 15th, 2022, and applicants are accepted on a rolling basis, so apply early!
Candidate pre-requisites:
- Must be a rising sophomore, junior, or senior (at the time of the program)
- Must be able to participate in a full 10-day program, from Tuesday, May 31, 2022 to Friday, June 10, 2022 (weekend excluded)
- Program participation fee of $250 (due only upon acceptance into the program with need-based scholarships available on a first-come, first-serve basis)
Additional funding sources at Loyola for participation in programs such as this include Education for Life and/or Natural and Applied Sciences divisional funds.
Students can apply using the following link: https://www.wtci.org/albrecht-fellowships/apply/
Biology Student Travel Awards from Council of Undergraduate Research
Application deadline is Monday, February 28.
For details, visit the CUR website.
Faculty opportunity - 2022 Collegium Colloquium
Application deadline is Friday, February 25.
For more information and to apply, visit our Collegium Colloquium website.
Upcoming Campus Events
Upcoming Campus Events
COVID Booster Vaccination Clinic
Thursday, Feb. 24, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., College Center Room 114: Registration Link
As a reminder, COVID-19 vaccine boosters are required for all students participating in in-person classes or activities and all faculty, staff, and administrators, with the exception of those who have a medical or religious exemption approved by the University.
Career Center Opportunities
To register for career-focused events and opportunities, visit Handshake.
The Bridge
Visit The Bridge for upcoming campus meetings and events.
Training & Development Sponsored by Human Resources
- Employee Assistance Program Orientation - 2/21/22 from 10:30 - 11 am via Zoom.
- New Employee Orientation - 2/21/22 from 8:30 am - 12 pm via Zoom.
Go to https://www.loyola.edu/department/hr/development/training for more information.
Additional Training and Development Opportunities for Employees and Students
Spring Semester Resources
Academic Calendar
Coronavirus Resources
- Loyola Coronavirus Updates - General university information for all students, faculty, staff including the spring 2022 COVID operations plan, COVID-19 dashboard, FAQs, policies, and resources.
Student Support Resources
Employee Support Resources