December 2024 Newsletter

Announcements

2025 GRE Prep Course! 

In partnership with The Princeton Review, CAMP is providing CAMP eligible students with a virtual 8-week prep course designed to prepare them for the Graduate Record Exam (GRE). The GRE is a multiple-choice, computer-based, standardized exam that is often required for admission to graduate programs. The course gives students the opportunity to learn strategies that have been proven to enhance performance on the  the test. This year’s iteration of the class is virtual and will be held on Fridays from 3:00PM – 6:00PM PST beginning January 17, 2025, and ending on March 7, 2025. There is limited space, and the class is intended for juniors and seniors. Please click on the following link to apply: 2025 GRE Preparatory Course Google Application  

Application Deadline: Friday, December 13, 2024

CAMP Mentor & Tutor Program

CAMP is accepting applications for the Mentor & Tutor Program to provide support in mathematics. This is a fantastic leadership opportunity – and both the mentee and mentor gain something meaningful out of the program. The Mentor & Tutor Application and application materials may be submitted via the following Google Form:

2024-2025 CAMP Mentor & Tutor Application Google Form

Application Deadline: Friday, December 6, 2024

CAMP Doctoral Student Mentorship

Office Hours: Fridays, for 1 hour at the CAMP Office

A bit about Jordan James Bond, UCI Doctoral Student:

I am a first-generation college graduate. My successful collegiate journey is one that can be described by self-made, unconventional, and determination. I am evidence that if there is a will then there is a way; however, I aspire to pave the path for those who come after me. I am a student whose life experience outweighs their academic growth, often resulting in having to learn to navigate imposter syndrome. I am a molecular biologist with a dash of biochemist working toward a doctorate degree in Biology under the department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, with research that focuses on documenting molecular mechanisms of anticipatory biology.

Interested in scheduling a meeting to discuss your academic goals and navigating college with Jordan?

Please reach out to Leonora Peña at ldwillia@uci.edu to schedule a 1-hour session.

CAMP Updates

Faculty Spotlight

Meet Dr. Brian Paegel!

Dr. Brian Paegel is a professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, with additional appointments in Biomedical Engineering and Chemistry. He is also a proud UC alumni and serves as the Associate Dean of Research for the School of Pharmacy. Dr. Paegel is a strong advocate for undergraduate research; he believes research offers students an opportunity to connect classroom learning with real-world scientific discovery. His teaching philosophy is centered on “learning by doing,” encouraging students to participate in experiments, problem-solving, and scientific communication to help them understand and retain knowledge.

 In what capacity do you work for UC Irvine?

I am a professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, with additional appointments in Biomedical Engineering and Chemistry. I also serve as the Associate Dean of Research for the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. I also serve on two scientific advisory boards. I advise on drug discovery within the Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center under the direction of Richard Van Etten, and I also serve as a drug discovery consultant within the Center for Neurotherapeutics under the direction of Professor La Spada.

How did you become involved with the CAMP program?

I am very excited about CAMP. One of the activities I love is supporting undergraduate research; many of them are in my lab right now. One of the things that CAMP does that I think is great is the CAMP Statewide Symposium. I am really excited to get involved with that. I love talking to undergraduates in front of their posters and hearing about their final product, what they accomplished, but also their interpretation of their data. I also enjoy hearing about what is next in their lives and offering advice if I can, especially if they are close to my field. I am very excited about that.

What is your educational philosophy?

I teach medicinal chemistry and general chemistry here on campus, but most of my teaching takes place in my lab, where I work with both graduate and undergraduate students. I help them understand the key problems in science, how to design experiments to test hypotheses, and how to write up their results so others can learn from the findings and build on them. A big part of that process, for me, is what I call “learning by doing.” It is about actively engaging with the work—whether that means running experiments in the lab or sitting at the computer writing things out. I also guide my students in refining their work. I do not just make changes for them; I mark up their drafts with my “magic pen” and then have them type it out themselves. I believe that by typing the changes, they internalize the feedback more deeply, and sometimes even add their own insights. Repetition is key; sometimes you have to do something more than once, sometimes even ten times, but you will learn it if you do it multiple times.

Why do you believe that undergraduate research is an important component of the student experience?

I do not just believe it. I know it because it is a lived experience. I participated in undergraduate research very early on, and it was transformative for me in truly understanding, ‘Why am I learning all of this stuff in books? Why?’ When you get into research, especially in the fields you are studying in the classroom, you begin to understand why you need to know these things. They apply to the framework for asking the more complicated questions—this is what we do in research when we try to push the boundaries of human knowledge forward. Without that component, I feel like you are really missing out on your major. You are missing the opportunity to participate in the process, to be in the trenches with others, understanding what it means to generate knowledge. The knowledge you are learning in the classroom. Every part of knowledge that contributes to human consciousness—whether in drug discovery and chemistry or any other discipline—is hard-won. When you do not know how something works, it can be a very scary place. There are a million ways things can go, and it is hard to figure out how things work. But then it is a precious gift to be able to share that with others and say, ‘I found this out. This is how the world works,’ or ‘This is an important new way to think about how people think.’ Knowledge is a precious gift, and it is hard-won.

What advice would you give students that may be afraid to communicate with faculty?

I recommend reaching out. If you feel like someone is hard to connect with but you really want to figure out a way, just look up their research. If you ask a few questions about their research, that is the surest way to get them friendly and fired up, like, ‘Why are you interested in this area? Let’s talk more about that.’ This is definitely an easy entry point.

What do you do for fun?

I love to bike ride a lot. It clears my mind, and I enjoy the exercise. I also do some gardening, though I have less time for it since moving to California. When I lived in Florida, I had a beautiful native garden, and I was really into raising butterflies. These days, with my kids in their late teens and their lives becoming busier, I focus more on them, making sure they are ready to step out into the world. They are like my butterflies now.

What is your favorite movie and why?

My favorite movie is Clue. It is based on the board game Clue; they made a movie about it back in the ’80s. It featured some of the best comedic talent of the time, such as Madeline Kahn, Martin Mull, and Eileen Brennan. It is about murder, but it is actually hilarious. Recently, they even turned it into a musical, which my family and I went to see in LA. We are really into music and theater, so we love going to shows. The musical was amazing, too.

 What is your favorite song and why?

Lately, it has been a great song called West Coast by OneRepublic. I just love that band. West Coast is about going to California, and I am a native Angeleno. I love the state, and I love the University of California—that is why I came back, because I am also a UC alum. So, in a way, it’s a song all about returning to the West Coast. We took a little detour to Florida for 10 years, and it was great coming back. But honestly, I will listen to anything from the ’80s. My study playlist for medicinal chemistry and all my slides for Gen Chem are full of shameless dives into ’80s pop hits, one-hit wonders, and songs I totally torture my students with by telling them, ‘You listen to these songs while you’re studying.’

What advice would you give students with respect to successfully navigating their STEM degree program?

Definitely try to get into research. It is hard at a UC because there are so many students and not enough lab positions, but if you can, and if you want to, get into research for all the reasons I mentioned. It really gives you purpose and drive for understanding why you are learning what you are learning, and it helps you understand what the important questions are that we do not yet have answers to. Because, if you are really into STEM, that is what will drive you—it is not what we know, but what we seek in the unknown.

It is always satisfying to conduct an experiment and realize, ‘Oh, I learned about this in class.’ But it is even more deeply satisfying to think, ‘Okay, I know now that these are the unknown questions.’ And of course, if you are lucky enough to be working in the lab with other scientists, to be there at that moment when you think, ‘We are the first people to know this piece of information; we are the first people who have observed this.’ I see it all the time with undergraduate researchers and graduate students. It does not happen all the time, but I see it often because of my role. One of the greatest privileges I have is witnessing students working with their mentors and witnessing, for the first time, how something works. There is just no way around it.

Student Spotlight

Meet Tye James Ross!

Tye Ross is a third-year Biological Sciences major with a passion for clinical anesthesia and healthcare outreach. Currently conducting research at UCI’s Medical Center, Tye is exploring innovative solutions from pain management to non-invasive medical technologies. Beyond the lab, Tye is an active member of SHIP (Student Healthcare in Practice), where he volunteers at a free clinic in Santa Ana, serving underserved populations. Tye credits his perseverance and work ethic to his mother, a major influence in his life, and aims to support underrepresented communities in healthcare. His dedication to both academic success and community service is inspirational.

How long have you been involved with CAMP and what are some of the services you have utilized?

I first learned about CAMP in the spring of 2024. What really stands out about CAMP is the sense of community it offers—both as a study space and as a place for academic support. I have benefited from academic counseling with Dr. Harris and had meaningful conversations with Mrs. Pena. Beyond that, the biggest value has been the feeling of being understood and supported. As a minority student, it can be hard to find a space where you truly feel like people are looking out for you, and CAMP provides that. I like that CAMP is focused on STEM students. After talking with Dr. Harris for the first time, I left our conversation feeling so much better about being at UC Irvine. It felt like I was finally getting the recognition and validation for my hard work, and that made all the difference. Overall, just having that sense of community has been great.

Are you part of any clubs? If so, which ones? Why is it important for you to get involved?

I am part of SHIP, which stands for Student Healthcare in Practice. SHIP’s goal is to volunteer at a free clinic in Santa Ana, and a slogan at this clinic is ‘Healthcare is a right, not a privilege.’ The patients we serve come from underserved populations, and these are the people who need healthcare the most. For me, volunteering there is a way to give back to the community, but what I find most rewarding is that we are targeting those who need care the most—people who might not have access otherwise. Volunteering in Irvine is great, but working in Santa Ana and directly engaging with that community feels more impactful.

In addition to working at the clinic, SHIP hosts free health fairs about every other month at the Southwest Community Center in Santa Ana. At these events, people donate food and supplies, and I lead the community outreach team. We go out into the surrounding neighborhoods to distribute supplies and let them know about the free services we offer. We also take their vitals and provide health education to help them improve their well-being.

What do you do for fun?

As a kid, I was super introverted, and honestly, I preferred playing video games and staying home in my pajamas. Now, I find running is something I really enjoy. It helps me clear my mind and stay disciplined. I also love going to the beach, it is a place of comfort for me. I was born in Detroit, Michigan, but have spent most of my life in SoCal, so the beach has always been a part of my life. It is definitely a work in progress but staying active is something I am working on.

What is your favorite food?

I like pasta—pretty much all pasta—but rigatoni is my favorite.

Favorite movie? Why?

One of my favorite movies is The Pursuit of Happyness with Will Smith and his son. I love a comeback story, and I love how he just keeps pushing. For me, I get my work ethic from my mom. She raised my older sister and me, and we did not come from much. It has been such a blessing to be in this position because my family has not been at this level yet—not even with college education.

But the point is, The Pursuit of Happyness is all about perseverance. The dad does whatever he can to make sure he provides for his son. I think he is in med tech, trying to sell medical devices, but he cannot get them off the ground. He ends up pivoting and becomes a broker. It is an inspiring movie, and I really like Will Smith as an actor.

Favorite song? Why?

I like Anything by Jay-Z. He is not my favorite artist, but I like this song. He’s mainly rapping about life, about wanting to provide for those around him. And when I heard that song, especially when I was in middle school, I remember thinking, ‘I’m going to make it out. I’m going to make sure I buy my mom a house.’

What advice would you give your fellow CAMP scholars about successfully navigating higher education?

I have four key pieces of advice. First, advocate for yourself— I came into college thinking that I was going to have hands extended to me. And the reality is, you need to make sure that people know what your goals are, so that naturally, you attract people who are going to look out for you. Second, mentorship is important— find a mentor. They will not come to you. You have to go out and get one. Third, congratulate yourself— do not downplay your achievements. You are good at things that other people might not be. Make sure that you are validating yourself. Lastly, be grateful— remind yourself where you came from and the purpose behind why you are doing all this.

Mentor Way

We are grateful to have Vivian and Tony as CAMP Mentors for the 2024-2025 academic year. They are wonderful CAMP Ambassadors. Please feel free to stop by the office to discuss your academics, learn about CAMP resources and / or programming, or how to get involved during their scheduled hours.

CAMP Mentor & Tutor Schedule

Graduate Fellowships/Assistantships/Scholarships

Research Opportunities

University of Pennsylvania Summer Undergraduate Internship Program

The University of Pennsylvania Summer Undergraduate Internship Program (SUIP) is a 10-week intensive summer research opportunity for undergraduate students. Interns will be matched with a Principal Investigator (PI) based on shared research interests. Throughout their time at Penn, interns will work with PIs and other lab mentors to develop laboratory and research skills essential for future graduate school experiences. In addition to laboratory work, interns will participate in seminars that will enrich their understanding of science, participate in professional development workshops, graduate school preparation seminars, and have the opportunity to present at the SUIP Symposium. SUIP is designed for students who aim to pursue a Ph.D. or an M.D.-Ph.D. in biomedical studies. Click here for more information!

Application Deadline: February 1, 2025

MIT Summer Research Program (MSRP)

The MIT Summer Research Program (MSRP) promotes the value of graduate education, improves the research enterprise through increased diversity, and prepares and recruits the best and brightest for graduate education at MIT. MSRP seeks to identify talented sophomores, juniors, and non-graduating seniors who might benefit from spending a summer on MIT’s campus, conducting research under the guidance of MIT faculty members, postdoctoral fellows, and advanced graduate students. Click here for more information!

Application Deadline: January 21, 2025

UCSF Summer Research Training Program

UCSF’s Summer Research Training Program (SRTP) provides undergraduate students with the opportunity to conduct research in the basic biomedical sciences. The goal of this ten-week summer experience is to prepare historically underrepresented and marginalized students for graduate study and a research career in the health sciences. Students complete an original project under the guidance of a faculty mentor whose work is closely aligned with the student’s research interests and experience. Click here for more information!

Application Deadline: February 1, 2025

Summer Research Opportunities at Harvard

During this 10-week program, Summer Research Opportunities at Harvard (SROH) interns conduct research and participate in discussions with Cambridge-based Harvard faculty, build their presentation and research discussion skills, and take part in field trips with other Harvard summer programs. Students in the program live in Harvard housing and enjoy access to the outstanding resources of the university. Click here for more information!

Application Deadline: February 1, 2025

NYU Grossman School of Medicine Summer Undergraduate Research Program

The NYU Grossman School of Medicine, the Vilcek Institute of Graduate Biomedical Sciences is offering qualified college students who have completed their sophomore or junior year the opportunity to participate in their Summer Undergraduate Research Program, also known as SURP. If you are interested in pursuing a Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in the biomedical sciences, this research internship program can provide you with an inside glimpse into life beyond your undergraduate studies. Click here for more information!

Application Deadline: February 1, 2025

UCLA – Amgen Scholars Program

The UCLA Amgen Scholars Program offers an intensive research experience working in the labs of distinguished UCLA faculty members. Students are matched with faculty mentors of their choice and work full time within their mentor’s laboratory for 10 weeks. All Amgen Scholars live together on the beautiful UCLA campus for the duration of the program. Click here for more information!

Application Deadline: February 1, 2025

Sustainability Undergraduate Research in Geoscience and Engineering (SURGE) Program

The Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability is hosting SURGE, a program that provides undergraduates from a U.S. institution the opportunity to gain mentored research experience at Stanford University in the Earth and Environmental Sciences department during an eight-week period. Students who are seeking a formal research experience for the first time are especially encouraged to participate. Click here for more information!

Application Deadline: January 12, 2025

NASA L’SPACE Mission Concept Academy

The NASA Lucy Student Pipeline Accelerator and Competency Enabler (L’SPACE) offers two unique, hands-on learning experiences for students that offer insight into the dynamic world of the Space Industry: the Mission Concept Academy (MCA) and the NASA Proposal Writing & Evaluation Experience Academy (NPWEE). Click here to learn more information!

Application Deadline: January 10, 2025

REU Finder

REUFinder.com is a quick and easy way for students to find research opportunities.  The site is divided into pages that list REU opportunities by year (freshmen, sophomore, junior and seniors as well as specific populations such as community college, international students, and undocumented students).  REU Finder seeks to minimize extensive google searches to make it easy for students to identify programs that might be a good fit for.

Pathways to Science Summer Research Tool

Deadlines are fast approaching for paid summer research programs! PathwaysToScience.org has a searchable database of 700+ summer research programs in all STEM disciplines. These are all FULLY FUNDED opportunities including programs sponsored by NSF, NASA, NIH, etc. We also have a selection of resources to help you strengthen your applications. Please contact The Institute for Broadening Participation Senior Advisor, Liv Detrick, at ldetrick@ibparticipation.org for assistance in finding a program that is a good fit for you. Click here to find research programs and learn more.

Scholarships

SMART Scholarship

The SMART Scholarship-for-Service Program is excited to offer two scholarship opportunities for STEM students: the SMART Scholarship and the Ronald V. Dellums Memorial SMART Scholarship (Dellums SMART Scholarship). Applications for both scholarships are accepted annually from August to December. To apply, students must submit their applications online by the specified deadline.

Application Deadline: December 6, 2024, by 5:00 p.m. EST.

EPP / MSI Undergraduate Scholarship Program

The EPP/MSI Undergraduate Scholarship provides funds for two years of undergraduate study to rising junior undergraduate students majoring in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields that directly support the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) mission. Participants conduct research at a NOAA facility during two paid summer internships.

Application Deadline: January 31, 2025

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Scholarships

NOAA is currently offering two scholarships ($9,500 per year for 2 years) for undergraduate students attending Minority Serving Institutions. The Ernest F. Hollings Undergraduate Scholarship and the Educational Partnership Program Undergraduate Scholarship share a common application. Students who are eligible for both programs are encouraged to apply to both.

Application Deadline: January 31, 2025

PixelPlex Bi-Annual STEM Scholarship

The PixelPlex Bi-Annual STEM Scholarship is an award that was established to help support and inspire students to pursue further education in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math. The selected student will receive $2,000 to help cover education-related expenses.

Application Deadline: December 5, 2024

Internships

JPL Year-Round Internship Program

The JPL Year-Round Internship Program provides both part-time and full-time internship positions at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) throughout the academic year and during the summer. This program is open to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM). Interns are paired with JPL scientists or engineers who act as mentors, guiding them through projects that are critical to NASA and JPL missions. This hands-on experience allows students to gain valuable knowledge in their field while contributing to cutting-edge research and technology. For more details and to apply, click here.

Application Deadline: No deadline, Rolling basis

NIH Summer Internship Program (SIP)

This program is for college, graduate and professional students interested in exploring careers in research and healthcare. These are full-time research positions within one of the NIH Institutes and Centers (IC) in the NIH Intramural Research Program. Summer interns work in a research group directed by a Principal Investigator (PI). Students interested in biology, engineering, epidemiology, psychology, mathematics, chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, nursing, physics, computer science, bioinformatics, and other health-related fields are invited to apply.

Application Deadline: February 19, 2025

Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Scholars Program

The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Scholars Program offers stipend paid internship opportunities for undergraduate and graduate-level university students pursuing STEM degrees, as well as upper-level high school students; select locations also offer internships to university students pursuing education related degrees and K–12 professional educators. The selected interns gain valuable hands-on experiences working with full-time AFRL scientists and engineers on cutting-edge research and technology and are able to contribute to unique, research-based projects. Graduate interns are able to collaborate with AFRL on current research and incorporate the research into their graduate work.

Application Deadline: January 10, 2025

NASA Office of STEM Engagement (OSTEM)

NASA Office of STEM Engagement (OSTEM) paid internships allow high school and college-level students to contribute to agency projects under the guidance of a NASA mentor. Applicants for this internship must be U.S. Citizens and meet a minimum 3.0 GPA requirement. These paid internships are offered across NASA facilities in fall, spring, and summer sessions.

Application Deadline: February 28, 2025 

Project Imhotep Program – Morehouse College

The Lewis Scholars’ Imhotep Project is an 11-week summer internship program designed to increase the knowledge and skills of underrepresented minority students in biostatistics, epidemiology, and occupational safety and health. The program begins with two weeks of intense educational training in public health courses such as Public Health & Health Disparities, Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Scientific Writing.

Application Deadline: January 31, 2025

The Port of Los Angeles Student Engineer Program

Throughout the year, the Port of Los Angeles employs college engineering majors as student engineers or architecture majors as student architects. Student engineers or architects may assist in the design and construction of major Port and LA Waterfront projects.

Application Deadline: Year – Round

University of Virginia School of Medicine Summer Research Internship Program

The School of Medicine offers a ten-week research internship to qualified undergraduates considering a career in biomedical research. Generous financial support, housing, and travel are provided to participants. UVA is committed to diversity, and this program supports (though is not limited to) racially and ethnically diverse and first-generation undergraduate students in their junior and senior years, aiming to expose them to laboratory research and familiarize them with the types of careers within biomedical sciences.

Application Deadline: February 1, 2025

Fellowships 

Public Health Laboratory Fellowship Program

The Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL) and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) collaborate to offer a range of laboratory fellowship programs designed to train and prepare scientists for careers in public health laboratories and support public health initiatives. The Public Health Laboratory Fellowship Program features a competency-based core curriculum while providing fellows with the opportunity to specialize in a particular focus area. Fellowships typically last one year, with the possibility of a second year based on the specific fellowship and available funding. APHL also offers flexible start dates to accommodate both fellows and their mentors.

Application Deadline: No deadline, Rolling basis

GEM Fellowship Program

The GEM Fellowship provides exceptional opportunities for MS and Ph.D. students by connecting them with leading engineering and science firms and top universities across the nation. This fellowship is aimed at enhancing career prospects in industry at the graduate level, particularly in research and development, product development, and other advanced technical roles. Additionally, GEM offers valuable exposure to academic career opportunities.

Application Deadline: Multiple GEM fellowships, Varies

Graduate Fellowships for STEM Diversity (GFSD)

Formerly known as the National Physical Science Consortium (NPSC), was founded in 1989 “To increase the number of American citizens with graduate degrees in STEM fields, emphasizing recruitment of a diverse applicant pool.” Graduate Fellowships for STEM Diversity (GFSD) is a partnership between federal agencies & laboratories, industry, and higher education institutions. All GFSD Fellows receive $20,000 in funding to go toward their graduate stipend. Fellowships are renewable annually in discussion with partner agencies and fellowships are typically offered to 3-6 years.

Application Deadline: December 27, 2024

Stanford School of Engineering Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship

The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) is a fully funded, eight-week summer residential program that brings 30 talented, motivated, and bright undergraduate students from across the country and the world to Stanford Engineering for an immersive research and graduate school preparation experience.

Application Deadline: February 1, 2025

Princeton University Summer Undergraduate Research Fellows in Chemistry (SURF-C)

The Department of Chemistry offers a research experience program for non-Princeton undergraduate students who are currently or plan to major in Chemistry. This selective program provides unique laboratory experiences for qualified undergraduates, placing each student into research groups directed by our well-respected Faculty. For nine weeks the undergraduate summer researcher becomes part of the group, working side-by-side with post-docs, graduate students, and other undergraduates. Each student has the opportunity to play a part in cutting-edge research and be a contributing member of the research team.

Application Deadline: February 10, 2025

Pathways to Science Tool

Search paid summer research programs for graduate students, travel grants, and fellowships through the Graduate Students Pathways to Science Tool – many deadlines fast approaching! Also, search and view tips on applying for postdoc positions.

STEM Student Org. Corner

American Red Cross Club

American Medical Women’s Association Undergraduate Division (AMWAUCI)

Faces in Mathematics

Biomedical Engineering Society

MAES Latinos in Science and Engineering

Minority Association of Pre-Health Students (MAPS)

National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)

Pre-Veterinary and Animal Wellness Association (PAWA)

Public Health Association (PHA)

Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE)

Society of Women Engineers (SWE)

Women in Information and Computer Sciences (WICS)

Did You Know…

Did you know that the UCI Department of Chemistry offers FREE peer tutoring via Zoom to students taking General Chemistry courses such as Chem 1A or Chem 1B. The department also has another set of peer tutors that can assist with Organic Chemistry (Chem 51B). It is important to utilize these resources as they are meant to help you be successful in the course! The Department of Physics also has free tutoring for Physics 2, 7 series, and 3 series. The tutors are the teaching assistants (TAs) for the courses. Additionally, the Department of Mathematics also has TAs and graduate students offering free virtual tutoring for Math 1A/1B and Math 2A/2B.

Upcoming Events

UCI School of Physical Sciences- Beyond Endowed Lecture Series
Thursday, December 5, 2024
08:30 am
Beckman Center

The UCI School of Physical Sciences proudly presents The Ruth Ann and John Evans Family BEYOND Endowed Lecture Series. Learn about cutting-edge research that’s exploring the mysteries of the universe and pushing the boundaries of human knowledge. The Ruth Ann and John Evans Family Beyond Endowed Lecture Series features research that is unraveling the secrets of the cosmos and inspiring the next generation of explorers and thinkers. The annual series offers timely scientific lectures that are free and open to the public.

CEE Seminar: Wastewater Effluents Impact PFAS Concentrations at Drinking Water Treatment Plants: Sucralose and Predicted De facto Wastewater Reuse Levels Correlate with PFAS Levels in Surface Waters
Friday, December 06, 2024
3:00 p.m.
McDonnell Douglas Engineering Auditorium (MDEA)

The UCI Henry Samueli School of Engineering is pleased to present CEE Seminar: Wastewater Effluents Impact PFAS Concentrations at Drinking Water Treatment Plants: Sucralose and Predicted De facto Wastewater Reuse Levels Correlate with PFAS Levels in Surface Waters, part of the Fall 2024 Seminar Series. Paul Westerhoff, Regents’ Professor and Fulton Chair of Environmental Engineering at Arizona State University will discuss the impact of wastewater effluents on PFAS levels in surface water and their implications for drinking water safety. Join for an insightful talk on the challenges of PFAS in our water systems and learn about ongoing efforts to address this critical issue.

UCI School of Information & Computer Sciences – Professional Master’s Programs Information Session
December 2, 2024 – January 17, 2025
Location: Zoom

The School of Information & Computer Sciences at UC Irvine invites you to join an info session to learn more about our professional Master’s programs: Master of Data Science (MDS), Master of Computer Science (MCS), and Master of Software Engineering (MSWE). This session will provide an overview of each program, covering curriculum, application requirements, admissions process, and the unique advantages of studying at UCI. The event will end with a Q&A segment, giving you a chance to get answers to any questions you might have. Click here to registrar.

CNCM 2024: Your Brain on Art
Monday, December 9, 2024
2:00PM-6PM

Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering Building (ISEB)
Join us for our special symposium and reception that will bring the scientific and creative community together to celebrate the intersection between brain science and art. This unique event aims to foster meaningful conversations about the transformative power of art and its deep connection to the self. Also, we will celebrate collaborative achievements of our UCI Center for Neural Circuit Mapping during this holiday season.

Culinary Health Webinar Series: Gut Health and Its Impact on the Digestive System
Friday, December 13, 2024
12:00PM-1:00PM
Zoom

The Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute’s Culinary Health Webinar Series is a 50-minute workshop based on the UCI School of Medicine Culinary Medicine curriculum. Each class includes an educational lecture by either Katrine Whiteson, PhD, Samueli scholar and associate professor of molecular biology and biochemistry, or another lecturer from the Samueli Institute. After the lecture, Jessica VanRoo, CCMP, executive chef at the Samueli Institute, demonstrates an original recipe related to the topic presented. This presentation will be led by Nimisha Parekh, MD, MPH, FACG, AGAF, director of culinary medicine. Click here to registrar.