Introducing: Dr. Michael Lyons!
Do you want to get involved in research but are unsure how or where to start? Would you like to someone to actually explain to you what research
is? Have you been participating in research on campus and now are interested in doing summer research elsewhere? Do you want to chat with someone about how to present your research? Come in and meet with Michael!
Dr. Michael Lyons is Iowa State’s new Undergraduate Research Coordinator. His background is heavy on the science: he has a Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Simpson College, a Master’s degree in Biology from Drake University, and a PhD in Science Education from the University of Iowa. Michael’s mission in his new role as a Cyclone is to “promote undergraduate involvement in mentored research and creative projects at Iowa State University.” Michael is currently recruiting students to participate in
Research in the Capitol and the
Symposium on Undergraduate Research & Creative Expression. Students are encouraged to use him as a resource when checking out summer REUs and if you have general questions about getting started/involved in research. Michael’s office is located on the second floor of the Jischke Honors Building; stop in and introduce yourself!
Fun facts about Michael:
A unique hobby or skill you have:
I am an ambidextrous archer. I can shoot right or left-handed when shooting tournaments or hunting.
Your favorite book: I enjoy Stephen King novels, especially his horror stories!
Your favorite piece of technology: DVD player/Flat Screen TV/Sound Bar! I really like the home theater experience.
If you had an extra hour in the day, what would you do with it? I would spend it with family.
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Research in the Capitol Reminder!
The deadline for submitting an application to present your research at the state capitol is fast approaching!
Research in the Capitol is an annual event featuring undergraduate research at Iowa's Regent Universities. This year's Research in the Capitol (RIC) will be held on Tuesday, March 24.
ISU students, along with undergraduates from the University of Iowa and the University of Northern Iowa, display posters and describe their research to legislators, reporters and top university administrators, serving as ambassadors to convey the depth and variety of research being done at Iowa State.
Twenty research projects are selected each year to represent Iowa State. Submissions are evaluated by topic, relevance to legislative interests, and geographic representation.
Although coordinated by the University Honors Program, all undergraduate students are eligible and encouraged to apply for RIC. Applications may be submitted by individuals or small groups.
If you are interested in presenting your research at Research in the Capitol, please complete the online
RIC Abstract Submission form by
January 30.
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Meeting on Competitive Language and Post-Graduate Study Abroad Fellowships for U.S. Students
Students of all majors and years are invited to attend an informational meeting on nationally-competitive international scholarships. The meeting will be held from
12:10 – 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 11 in the Study Abroad Center, 3228 Memorial Union. ISU coordinators for the Rhodes, Marshall, Gates-Cambridge, Schwarzman, Rotary, Fulbright, & Boren Scholarships will describe these prestigious and highly-competitive awards, their selection criteria, and the types of study, activities and/or language training each supports. Most of these scholarships require applicants to be US citizens; international students may be able to apply for the Rotary or Fulbright Scholarship through their home country.
More information on the scholarships can be found at
http://www.honors.iastate.edu/scholarships/aboutScholarships.php
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Apply for the ISCORE/NCORE Project!
Are you a CHANGE AGENT? Are you interested in a trip to WASHINGTON, D.C.? Are you READY?
We are accepting application for the 2015-16 Iowa State Conference on Race & Ethnicity/National Conference on Race & Ethnicity Scholars. This year-long developmental course on race and ethnicity includes attendance and participation in NCORE – a national experience on building multicultural relations and applying new knowledge on the Iowa State University campus through interaction, workshops, and preparation for presentation at ISCORE. At the end of the program, students receive three credits that fulfill the university’s diversity requirement.
Engage in the conversation. Challenge yourself to grow. Change the world.
Apply today at
http://www.iscore.iastate.edu/student
Applications due February 6, 2015
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Cardinal Key Honor Society Application
Cardinal Key is an organization founded in 1926 upon the cardinal virtues of leadership, service, scholarship, and character and is Iowa State University's premier honorary. Juniors and seniors with a GPA of 3.00 or greater are eligible to apply.
Cardinal Key is selective, limiting its membership to no more than one-third of one percent of the junior class and one-half of one percent of the senior class. To be considered for induction to ISU Cardinal Key, we encourage you to fill out the application that can be downloaded by visiting
https://www-stuorg.sws.iastate.edu/site/cardinalkey
Applications are due
Friday, February 13, 2015 by 5:00 PM in the East Student Office Space of the Memorial Union. Selected applicants will be invited for an interview, and membership invitations will be based on a review of the application and interview. Please contact Morgan Bobb (
mbobb@iastate.edu) or Logan Gushiken (
gushiken@iastate.edu) if you have any questions about the application. We look forward to seeing your application!
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Legacy of Heroines Scholarship Program
The Legacy of Heroines program, launched in 1996, provides scholarships to outstanding young women who seek involvement in and knowledge about the political process and public service. Scholarship awards are based on academic merit, leadership and specific criteria established by scholarship donors. As part of the criteria set by donors, Legacy of Heroines scholarship recipients are required to participate in mentoring and leadership development programs through the Carrie Chapman Catt Center for Women and Politics. These programs include field trips, dinners with speakers, campus activities and skills development workshops.
Approximately 10 scholarships are currently available for the 2015-2016 academic year. Scholarships range from $1,000 to $3,000. Scholarships have the potential to be renewed depending on student participation with Catt Center programming.
More information and application form may be found on the Catt Center website:
https://cattcenter.las.iastate.edu/legacy-of-heroines/legacy-of-heroines-scholarships/
Application deadline: March 2, 2015
Questions: Kristine Perkins,
perkinsk@iastate.edu, 294-9867
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"Earth, Wind, and Fire - Sustainable Energy for the 21st Century" REU at Kansas State
Applications are sought from motivated undergraduate students studying science or engineering to take part in a ten-week research experience (May 26, 2015- July 31, 2015) at Kansas State University in the area of sustainable energy for participation in this National Science Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program.
Students selected for this program will conduct research as part of a multidisciplinary team on one application of sustainable energy. The research environment will be vibrant, with interaction with faculty and graduate students from different disciplines and with other REU students. In addition to the research component, students will learn about sustainability in a one-hour seminar course, will work in a team to develop an outreach activity on sustainable energy, and will attend a professional development seminar. Students will also tour a wind farm, a hydroelectric plant, and an ethanol plant. Social activities are planned throughout the summer to give participating students a view of the unique nature of Manhattan, Kansas and the surrounding area, including a tour of the Konza Prairie.
Participating students will receive a stipend in the amount of $5000 for the ten-week period and will receive $2500 for food and lodging expenses. Funds will be available for REU students to travel to conferences to present their REU research.
Preference will be given to applications that are received by February 20, 2015. The application form and further information on this REU can be found at:
www.che.ksu.edu/reu