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Recruiting post-baccalaureate students for research position

Posted on by Gabby, Libby, Jane, and Zach

Recruiting post-baccalaureate students for research position

The Kesarwala lab at Winship Cancer Institute, Emory University School of Medicine (Atlanta, GA) is currently recruiting for a full time, paid post-baccalaureate research position. Graduating seniors who are interested in pursuing an MD, MD/PhD, or PhD, are encouraged to apply. Prior research experience (in any scientific discipline) is required and a two-year commitment is requested.

 

Research in Dr. Kesarwala’s lab focuses on the interactions between radiation and cancer cell metabolism. More information about our research can be found at https://med.emory.edu/kesarwala-lab.

 

Dr. Kesarwala is a radiation oncologist and physician-scientist who received her MD and PhD degrees from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, MO.  She takes pride in mentoring her students and emphasizes one-on-one guidance.  She has an outstanding track record of mentoring postbac researchers who are now pursuing a PhD or MD/PhD at top programs.

 

Further questions can be directed to Jenna Bingham (IU Class of 2018) at jenna.bingham@emory.edu or Dr. Kesarwala at aparna.kesarwala@emory.edu. Interested candidates should send a statement of interest/cover letter, CV including GPA and summary of prior research experience, and contact information for three references via email to both Jenna and Dr. Kesarwala.

Important Notice Regarding Advising Appointments

Posted on by Gabby, Libby, Jane, and Zach

In accordance with the message that went out to all members of the IU community regarding the coronavirus (COVID-19) on 3/10/20, advising appointments between Monday, March 16th and Friday, April 3rd will not be conducted in person. 

Below are the types of appointments offered by each advisor:

Libby Tilghman: Phone or email

Gabriella Graziano: Phone or Zoom conference

Jane Pilgrim: Phone or email

Zach Vaughn: Phone or email

When you are scheduling your appointment, please indicate in the notes section which type you would prefer.

Please feel free to contact bioadv@iu.edu if you have any questions or concerns.

 

All the best,

Jane, Libby, Gabby, and Zach

Student Technology – Spring Break Update

Posted on by Gabby, Libby, Jane, and Zach

Student Technology Centers are open over spring break + 2 weeks after break

If you will be in Bloomington over spring break and the two weeks of online learning, the Student Technology Centers plan to be staffed.  Refer to the list of locations online at https://kb.iu.edu/d/aqut.  Sign in here with your IU account for detailed hourly availability: https://kb.iu.edu/d/abic. If you will be away from campus and need access to technology for your coursework, we suggest you check with your local public library, or inquire about guest access at a local community college or university.

IU Day – Biology Edition

Posted on by Gabby, Libby, Jane, and Zach

IU Day 2020 “Trekking for Biology” t-shirt  –   IU Day is Thursday, April 23, 2020.

Show your IU spirit and support for Biology with an IU Day 2020 “Trekking for Biology” t-shirt. We encourage everyone to wear their “Trekking” t-shirts on IU Day and join us for our second annual IU Day walk and festivities.

Affiliates of the IUB Department of Biology are eligible to receive one free IU Day 2020 “Trekking for Biology” t-shirt.

Additional t-shirts are available for advanced purchase.

DEADLINE to sign up for your free t-shirt and order additional t-shirts is FRIDAY, MARCH 13.

Claim your free t-shirt and order additional t-shirts at https://biology.indiana.edu/faculty-intranet/forms/iuday2020tshirt.html  .

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Keep your eye out for future announcements about other IU Day activities being planned.

Coronavirus Information

Posted on by Gabby, Libby, Jane, and Zach

Lots of news is spreading regarding the evolving situation with COVID-19. The latest announcement by President McRobbie has officially suspended face-to-face teaching formats through the two weeks of instruction following Spring Break (March 15th-22nd). Individual professors will be sending out information regarding teaching during this time, and updates will be sent out as the situation evolves.

Keep up with the news with IU over COVID-19 at https://coronavirus.iu.edu/. And be sure to stay hygienic!

Fall 2020 Clowes Internships

Posted on by Gabby, Libby, Jane, and Zach

These paid internships are available to IUB upper level undergraduates and master’s students in all disciplines, and provide funding for hands-on training in a variety of museum projects and activities—including curatorial, exhibition, and educational opportunities. Summer internships may be funded for work at IU’s Mathers Museum of World Cultures, or at another museum in Indiana; fall internships are funded for work at the Mathers Museum (soon to merge into the Indiana University Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology).

The deadline for the Summer 2020 and Fall 2020 internships is April 7, 2020.

Information about the program and the application process is also available at mathersmuseum.indiana.edu/student-info/clowes.html

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Auto-W Deadline is this Sunday!

Posted on by Gabby, Libby, Jane, and Zach

The deadline to drop a Full Semester Course is this Sunday, March 15th.  Second 8-weeks classes began yesterday, Monday, March 9th.

Be aware of the Automatic W Deadlines

The Automatic W deadline is the last day you can drop a class with an automatic W.

  • Full semester sections: Sunday, March 15
  • Second 8-weeks sections: Sunday, April 19
  • Classes with irregular meeting dates: check with Student Central

At this point in the semester, course add/drops must be done through the Late Add/Drop function in One.IU.edu.

Do you need to be enrolled full-time?

12 credit hours is the minimum enrollment for full-time status. You must complete an average of 15 credit hours per semester to be on track for graduation in 4 years. Some forms of state financial aid require that you maintain this pace.

How to find a 2nd 8-week class:

  • Use the College Course Offerings page to find inside-College courses offered in the 2nd 8 weeks. Select “Eight Week – Second” in the “Session” box.
  • Additional second 8-weeks classes, including options offered by outside programs, can be found on the list of all second 8-weeks classes provided by the Office of the Registrar.

 

Questions? Contact us by emailing bioadv@iu.edu, mlsadv@iu.edu, or abehadv@iu.edu!

We hope your semester is going well!

 

Gabby, Jane, Libby, and Zach
The Biology, Microbiology, MLS, and Animal Behavior Advisors

Check out IU Peer Coaching!

Posted on by Gabby, Libby, Jane, and Zach

Peer coaches are undergraduate students who can help you get “ahead of the curve” in your first year. Your peer coach can assist you with:

  • Developing good time-management skills.
  • Study strategies.
  • Setting goals to achieve academic success.
  • Brainstorming ways to get involved and gain experience.
  • Preparing for your academic advising appointments.
  • Connecting with campus resources and learning how to navigate your IU experience.

 

Schedule an appointment here by searching under “All Advisors” for “Peer Coach”.

OR drop-in hours are available!

  • Wells Library Lower Level (Room 002) – Spring 2020 Drop-In Hours
    • Monday, Wednesday – Thursday: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
    • Tuesday 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
    • Friday 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
  • Wells Library Learning Commons – Spring 2020 Drop-In Hours
    • Monday -Thursday 6:00 – 9:00 pm
  • No IU Peer Coach Drop-Ins on the following:
    • Spring Break, March 15 – 22
    • Final Exam week, May 4 – 8
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