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Aloha Mai Kākou!
Welcome to our Information & Computer Sciences (ICS) Newsletter.
This newsletter will serve as a place to inform undergraduate students, faculty and staff about upcoming events and opportunities within the ICS Department and the greater community. The newsletter will also highlight research projects as well as outstanding students and faculty in our department.
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Calendar
September 10: Fall 2021 Graduation Application Deadline
September 14: Last Day to drop course without a "W" grade by 4pm HST
September 15: Start of restricted withdraw period
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Meet with an academic advisor regularly
Schedule an appointment to meet with one the ICS major advisors to discuss academic and career plans. You may make an appointment via
STAR Balance
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Fall 2021 Graduation
Planning to graduate in Fall 2021? Make sure to complete you graduation application by the September 10, 2021 deadline. This include meeting with Dr. Guylaine Poisson or Kenny Quibilan to complete a pre-graduation check.
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ICS Department Spotlights
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Faculty Spotlight
Professor Henri Casanova received two grants from the National Science Foundation for developing 1) novel Cyberinfrastructure simulation technology and 2) novel runtime resource managements techniques using simulation.
Novel Cyberinfrastructure Simulation Technology
Prof. Henri Casanova, in collaboration with Prof. Rafael Ferreira da Silva at USC, has received a $600,000 grant from the National Science Foundation for supporting a project entitled: “Simulation-driven Evaluation of Cyberinfrastructure Systems”.
For more information please click on here.
Novel Runtime Resource Managements Techniques Using Simulation
Prof. Henri Casanova, in collaboration with Prof. Rafael Ferreira da Silva at USC, has received a $600,000 grant from the National Science Foundation for supporting a project entitled: “Simulation-driven runtime resource management for distributed workflow applications”.
For more information please click on here.
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Upcoming Events & Opportunities
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UROP Program
The Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) will be accepting applications for Project funding (up to $5000 per individual, $10,000 per group) from September 9 to October 10, 2021 and encourages all undergraduate students from all disciplines at UH Mānoa to apply. UROP also accepts applications for Presentation funding (up to $2000 per individual, $4000 to $5000 per group) every month (UROP is only funding virtual presentations until further notice).
Please attend an online UROP information session on one of the dates via Zoom. UROP will be providing detailed information on funding opportunities, as well as updates on new training and research compliance requirements for funded students.
September 10 (F) 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
September 13 (M) 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Registration is required for this event
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COE Career Day
It's time to get registered for this month's Fall 2021 virtual Engineering Career Day, arguably the most important event of the year at the College of Engineering! Note this is for ALL engineering students (freshmen through graduate level) and we highly encourage everyone to attend.
WHEN: Tuesday, Sept. 21 from 9:00 - 12:00 & 1:00 - 4:00 (Session II)
WHERE: Online via the Brazen Platform
WHAT: Connect 1:1 via chat and audio/video call with reps from over 70 registered employers (and growing) eager to learn about their internships and jobs for engineering students. As in the spring, we have two sessions, and make sure you register for BOTH to connect with all employers!
REGISTER NOW:
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Hacking for Defense ENGR 401
The Hacking for Defense ENGR 401 will be having an information session for Spring 2022.Event will be on September 23 4-4:30pm. We are starting one of several information sessions for students to enroll in H4D ENGR 401 Spring 2022. We are truly looking for talent in ICS and appreciate all your help.
Click here for more information.
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Pacific Asian Center for Entrepreneurship (PACE) designed a monthly series of mixers to give students the chance to meet, share ideas, and offer their unique skills to others. Many founders have met and forged relationships during these events. This is a casual and safe way to meet people, who may share similar interests and startup goals. The first event in the series will include a presentation by the Business Law Corps that will introduce basic legal knowledge that is helpful to first-time entrepreneurs. The first event will be held Friday, September 24, 2021.
Sign up for the Zoom link HERE
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Entrepreneurship Live Speaker
Pacific Asian Center for Entrepreneurship (PACE) is pleased to introduce the UH community to another set of diverse entrepreneurs in the Fall 2021 lineup of Entrepreneurship Live speakers. Each event features a founder's unique story and includes an audience Q&A session. We've invited Rechung Fujihira, founder of BoxJelly, to share his experience in opening the first coworking space in Hawaii in 2011 when the word "coworking" was a novel concept. The company provides a safe and supportive venue for entrepreneurs to connect and be productive.
Sign up for the Zoom link HERE.
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UH Mānoa Cares
Applications are open for classified UH Mānoa degree seeking students in enrolled in Fall 2021 and need financial assistance due to the impact of the pandemic. The amount awarded is $2,000. Deadline to apply is September 14, 2021 at 11:59pm HST.
Application can be found here
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Job, Internship & Research (JIR) Opportunities
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UH Breakthrough Innovation Challenge
Registration is now open for the 2021 UH Breakthrough Innovation Challenge. T his annual challenge provides students with a platform to share their bright ideas for solutions to our world's toughest problems, and encourages development of its commercial potential. Finalists receive dedicated business mentorship and thousands in cash awards.
Who should participate?
Students who want to develop an innovative idea that solves a big problem.
Students from all programs of study are encouraged to participate.
What is required?
Register and submit a 2-minute description of your idea in a video format. The deadline to register is October 3.
Visit pace.shidler.hawaii.edu/bic for details and a link to register.
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Evercast Fall Internship Opportunity
Evercast Ventures has a unique Internship/ Fellowship opportunity for anyone interested in expanding their skillset and work experience in graphic design, video production, front end design, UI/UX, App Development, or digital marketing.
They are developing an application called Evercast - A social story network where people can share their life stories, preserve their memories, and leave a legacy (by creating your own Video Avatar!)
You can reach out to them directly by emailing your LinkedIn profile and/or resume to Jonathan@evercast.life.
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The Data Incubator
It’s no secret companies everywhere are trying to find innovative ways to leverage data. There is one big problem, though: There are not enough data professionals to meet the growing demand, which means hiring quality candidates is highly competitive. That’s where TDI comes in. With any of our training programs, you’ll be one of the top candidates businesses are desperately looking to hire. You might be asking yourself, “That sounds great and all, but what sets TDI apart from other training opportunities?”
Application dates for the next cohort:
Early decision application deadline (for Data Science only): October 8, 2021
Regular application deadline: November 6, 2021
Classes start on January 10, 2022
For more information click here. To apply click here.
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The Office of Naval Research (ONR) is once again accepting applications for the Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program (NREIP) for Navy labs across the United States. This is a highly competitive program for college students who are U.S. citizens. Our Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific (NIWC Pacific; niwcpacific.navy.mil) Hawaii office is one of the participating labs.
If appropriate, please notify your students about this opportunity. Flyer is attached with more info available at navalsteminterns.us. Application period closes on November 1st, 2021, and the internships run during Summer 2022.
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Registered Independent Organizations (RIOs)
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Check out the College of Natural Sciences Student Academic Success Center for student success resources and opportunities.
Click here.
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The Learning Emporium provides tutoring for the Natural Sciences: Chemistry, Information & Computer Sciences, Mathematics and Physics. Their services are part of the UH Tuition and open to all UHM students. For more information please check out their website.
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The Learning Assistance Center (LAC) of the University of Hawai’i at Mānoa actively partners with programs across campus to respond to the needs of the diverse student population. The LAC is committed to enhancing the quality of student services by providing a structured learning environment and professional development opportunities for both students and the student staff.
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