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Updates & Announcements

COVID Information

For information on COVID testing protocols, vaccination clinics, asymptomatic testing on campus, and other resources please read here. Rowan students with COVID-19 issues or concerns should submit a form to the Wellness Center.

Winter 2022 Registration

Winter class registration opens October 5th. For a list of courses that are currently being offered, please check out Rowan’s Section Tally: http://banner.rowan.edu/reports/reports.pl?task=Section_Tally

Honors College Application Open

The Honors College Spring 2022 application for current Rowan undergraduate students is now active and will remain open through November 7th at 11:59 pm. Learn more

Academic Integrity

Please read this Announcement on Academic Integrity Updates: Process, Resources, and Policy These educational videos provide more about academic integrity and its importance:  What Does Academic Integrity Mean to Me,  What is Academic Integrity  Tips and Tricks for Preventing Academic Integrity Violations What to Expect from an Academic Integrity Hearing

Events & Workshops

Chemistry & Biochemistry Fall Seminar Series Seminar this week: Benjamin J. Wylie Texas Tech University Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry The Functional Interplay Between Lipids, Channels, Receptors, and Biological Assemblies as Viewed by Solid-state NMR and Biophysical Techniques Thursday, October 6 2 p.m. via Zoom Zoom Link More information

Fall Career Fair! Fall All-Major Career Fair Thursday, October 7 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Virtual More information and RSVP

MCB Fall Seminar Series Seminar this week: Dr. Troy Roepke Rutgers University Department of Animal Sciences School of Environmental and Biological Sciences The physiological and behavioral interactions of estrogens and dietary fatty acids in mouse models of menopause.   Friday, October 8 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Science Hall 126 Or to participate remotely via Zoom, login here Passcode: 250918 More information

Call to Action Black Student Union Call to Action Event October 13, 7:30 pm Boyd Recital Hall The Call to Action is hosted by the Black Student Union to address issues, concerns and demands that affect the Black Student Body. Event flyer

Black Doctoral Network Grad School & Career Fair This is a professional event for anyone interested in applying to graduate schools or looking to secure employment opportunities! Connect virtually with recruiters and employers from universities, non-profits and corporate organizations. October 14, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Event details and registration

The Diverse Faces of Biomedical Research: Pathways for Everyone Student Conference October 19, 3 - 6 p.m. Edelman Planetarium, Science Hall Register here Diversity in the biomedical research workforce enhances innovation and the quality of research. Join us to hear from a diverse group of researchers from industry and academia as they share their personal academic and career experiences. Networking reception with refreshments will immediately follow. Don't miss this great opportunity! Event Program: Keynote Speaker 3 - 4 pm (2:30 pm check-in) Panel Discussion 4:15 - 5:15 pm (4 pm check-in) Networking Reception 5:15 - 6 pm Attend one or more portions of the program. Pre-registeration required. Event flyer

Pathways to Success in Biopharma Graduate Summit Pathways to Success in Biopharma  Virtual Graduate Summit and Career Expo  October 27–28, 2021  Want to hear from biopharmaceutical leaders and learn more about what it’s like to work in the industry? PhRMA will be hosting a two-day, free virtual summit for graduate students, postdoctoral trainees, faculty, PhRMA member companies and other community partners to learn about career pathways and increasing diverse talent within the industry.  Learn more

Grad Student Workshops The School of Graduate Studies invites our graduate students to join the 2021-2022 workshops and events series. Events include the Fall Graduate Student Day Open House, thesis/dissertation writing workshops, and more. Learn more and register

Internships & Opportunities

Goldwater Scholarship 2022 The Barry Goldwater Scholarship application for 2022 has opened.  This scholarship opportunity is for students “who intend to pursue research careers in the natural sciences, mathematics and engineering.” The Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation was established by the U.S. Congress in 1986 to help ensure “that the U.S. is producing the number of highly-qualified professionals the Nation needs in these critical fields.” This program awards scholarships of up to $7,500/year to current sophomores and juniors for their remaining two or one years, respectively, of undergraduate education.  Eligible students must:  Be current Sophomores or Juniors Be U.S. citizens or permanent residents (who intend to become U.S. citizens)  Have earned a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.  Successful candidates plan to pursue Ph.D. degrees and already have extensive research experience.  Each University may nominate only 4 students to the national competition. More information If you are interested in applying for this scholarship, please complete the Student Profile and Pre​-application​ by Friday, November 19, 2021. If you are approved to submit a full application, we will work to ensure that this is complete by Friday, January 7, 2021.  Please contact Jennifer Ravelli at ravelli@rowan.edu with any questions.

Cold Spring Harbor Lab Undergraduate Research Program Summer 2022 CSHL students learn the scientific process, technical methods and theoretical principles, and communicate their discoveries to other scientists. Approximately 20 students come to CSHL each summer for the 10-week program, living and working in the laboratory environment. Research at CSHL focuses on:  Molecular Biology & Cancer Genetics & Genomics Neuroscience Plant Biology Quantitative Biology Current sophomores and juniors are eligible. Applications must be submitted online by January 15. Learn more

DEI Blog

DEI Blog posts for October:  DEI Prof-specitves: Domestic Violence Awareness Month  Please read and share the DEI Council Chairs and Goals for 2021-2022​ DEI Faculty Spotlight: Civil and Engineering Professor receives 2021 New Jersey STEM Civic Leadership Award DEI Welcomes Charles Barnes, Doctoral Graduate Coordinator​ Join us for the Rowan University COVID Vigil - October 5 Attend the Military Affiliated Faculty and Staff Affinity Group - October 6 Attend the Black Doctoral Network Virtual Graduate School & Career Fair - October 14 SAVE THE DATE for the Announcement of the Center for Neurodiversity - ​October 20  Attend the Community for Underrepresented Faculty & Staff (CUFS) Music for the Culture Series - October 21 Join the Neurodiversity Faculty and Staff Affinity Group​ Read about the Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering DEI Book Study Celebrate Rowan University's HEED Award for DEI achievements Rowan is an Institutional Member of the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity - register for free DEI Updates: CAPA, OSEC, SJICR, CMRSU, RowanSOM

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