Robotic Systems Enterprise (RSE) is recruiting CS and Software Engineering students of all years. Our projects involve self driving software development and robot hardware development. If you are interested, come down to our information session tonight! Jon Gohl from GM will be speaking about GM’s vision of self driving cars with a reception afterwards for those that wish to learn about RSE and GM.
The Michigan Tech College of Computing offers a full range of undergraduate and graduate degrees in the Computing disciplines.
- International Studies Abroad
- University Studies Abroad Consortium
- Japan Center for Michigan University
- Semester at Sea
- Michigan Tech faculty led programs to Greece, Costa Rica, Peru, and Cumbria + Ireland
- Peace Corps Prep
- Global opportunities in Pavlis Honors College
- i-Design
- Engineers Without Borders
As many of you are already aware, the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) solicitation has been published and the NSF GRFP website has been updated (http://www.nsfgrfp.org/). To prepare our students for submission, the Graduate School and Pavlis Honors College will be partnering to offer an informational seminar and a guided Canvas course aimed at advising current or prospective Michigan Tech students in developing competitive GRFP application packages.If you are aware of a student who you believe has the potential to produce a competitive application for this program, please use the form below to provide that student’s name and email to be added to our communication list. Please submit these individuals via this form and share the details of the information session below with them.Our offices will send out a special/individual invitations letting students know they have been identified as “a competitive candidate” for the NSF GRFP. The invitation is often received as a positive recognition in itself, as it should be. In the past, this type of invitation has given students the confidence and motivation to put the time and effort into applying for the GRFP.Our first session will be held on Thursday, September 12th at 4:00 pm in Admin 404 (Graduate School Conference Room). This session will be a general overview of the NSF GRFP.To be competitive, we encourage students to apply who have:
a 3.5 GPA or higher research and outreach experience strong faculty references – letters of recommendation will need to be exceptionalGraduate students who already have internal University/department funding are strongly encouraged to apply. This, in turn, will free up internal funds for less competitive students.Below are more details about eligibility, deadlines and links to the solicitation.Sincerely,Lorelle A. MeadowsTo be eligible for the NSF GRFP, students must:
Be a U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident Intend to enroll or be enrolled full-time in a research-based graduate degree program in an eligible Field of Study in STEM or STEM education (See Appendix and Section IV.3 for eligible Fields of Study) Have never previously accepted a GRFP award If previously offered a GRFP award, have declined by the deadline Have never previously applied to GRFP while enrolled in a graduate degree program Have never earned a doctoral or terminal degree in any field Have never earned a master’s, professional, or bachelor’s-master’s degree in any field, unless (i) returning to graduate study after an interruption of two (2) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the deadline, and; (ii) are not enrolled in a graduate degree program at the application deadlineAward benefits:
a three-year annual stipend of $34,000 $12,000 cost of education allowance for the cost of tuitionPROGRAM GUIDELINES: Solicitation 19-590
DUE DATES:
October 21, 2019 – Life Sciences, Geosciences October 22, 2019 – Computer and Information Science and Engineering, Engineering, Materials Research October 24, 2019 – Psychology, Social Sciences, STEM Education and LearningOctober 25, 2019 – Chemistry, Mathematical Sciences, Physics and Astronomy
SYNOPSIS
The purpose of the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) is to help ensure the vitality and diversity of the scientific and engineering workforce of the United States. The program recognizes and supports outstanding graduate students who are pursuing full-time research-based master’s and doctoral degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) or in STEM education. The GRFP provides three years of support for the graduate education of individuals who have demonstrated their potential for significant research achievements in STEM or STEM education. NSF especially encourages women, members of underrepresented minority groups, persons with disabilities, veterans, and undergraduate seniors to apply.
Genesis Systems will be on campus Wednesday, September 11, starting at 6:00 pm –in Fisher Hall, Room 129. If you’d like to attend, please email your RSVP to robots@genesis-systems.com.
Genesis Systems, an IPG Photonics Company, is a recognized leader in robotic systems integration. In business since 1983, Genesis specializes in factory automation with robots for integrated robotic arc, spot and laser welding/cutting, non-destructive inspection, including robotic ultrasonic inspection of carbon fiber composites, adhesive application, material removal and material handling. Located in Davenport, IA. Genesis has designed, engineered, manufactured and supported integrated robotic solutions for over 36 years. www.genesis-systems.com
You want to do work they’re passionate about. Here’s an opportunity that speaks to the desire to rethink the way we produce and consume, to redesign the way economies work, and to build a better future. The Wege Prize is a global design competition that enables students to collaborate with others around the world and develop products, services, business models, or other solutions that can help us create a circular economy.In addition to competing for $30,000 USD in total cash prizes to help move your ideas forward, students will expand their perspective and their professional network, hone their creative problem-solving skills, and learn directly from experts in the circular economy, sustainable development, design thinking, materials science, user experience design, biomimicry, and more.Beginning August 26, Kendall College of Art and Design will be accepting accept team applications for Wege Prize 2020. Visit wegeprize.org for more information.
Ohio State’s College of Engineering is now accepting applications for our annual Graduate Engineering Open House, a one day graduate student recruitment event that will be held on Friday, October 18th. Please share the event information with your undergraduate students who are considering graduate studies. Attached is an event flyer for distribution.
The Ohio State University and its College of Engineering are committed to recruiting the best and brightest students for our graduate engineering programs. We recognize the critical importance of a diverse student body and are strongly committed to fostering and enhancing diversity within our graduate programs and in the field of engineering. We welcome and encourage applications from undergraduates from a variety of backgrounds and with varied experiences, including, but not limited to, applicants who are from historically underserved and underrepresented populations, female, racial and ethnic groups (African-American/Black, Hispanic/Latinx, Native American and Native Alaskan) historically underrepresented in STEM fields, veterans, LGBTQ+, and students from low socioeconomic backgrounds. Travel awards available, apply today!
Majors that are encouraged to apply:
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Mathematics
- Physics
Thank you,
Nina
Nina Parshall, M.S.
Director, Graduate Recruitment and Support
Office of Graduate Education
The Ohio State University | College of Engineering
Smith Laboratory, room 5044 | 174 W. 18th Avenue, Columbus, OH 43210
614-292-6320 Direct / 614-292-2651 Main
parshall.8@osu.edu engineering.osu.edu
DEKA Research & Development is coming to campus at Michigan Tech! Please join us at DEKA’s special recruiting info session for engineering and computing students. Both events will take place on Thursday, September 12.
Interested in career opportunities with DEKA? Be sure to bring your resume!
DEKA Special Recruiting Info Session, with pizza lunch
Meet DEKA’s Talent Acquisition Team
12:15-1:15 pm
Memorial Union Building, Ballroom A
Meet Dean Kamen, President of DEKA and founder of FIRST® Robotics.
3-3:30 pm Dean Kamen presentation
3:30-4 pm Mingle/chat with Dean and the DEKA Talent Acquisition Team
Opie Van Pelt Library, Opie Reading Room
SPECIAL NOTE TO STUDENTS: Can’t make the first session due to your class or work schedule? Please feel free to come to the second session—or vice versa.
MORE ABOUT DEAN KAMEN
Dean Kamen holds 440 US and foreign patents, including the Segway, the self-balancing personal transporter, and the first-ever drug infusion pump. At the age of 30, Kamen sold his first company, AutoSyringe. He then founded DEKA to focus on innovations aimed to improve lives around the world. It started small and has now grown to a group of over six hundred. Celebrating over 30 years in business, DEKA is a leading R&D company, birthplace of some of the most innovative and life-changing products of our time. Kamen continues to push DEKA to be a place where no idea seems too big and where creativity and crazy cool gizmos reign supreme.
Curious to learn more about DEKA? Check out DEKA’S website. Follow DEKA on LinkedIn!
Finding a Research Mentor Workshop for Undergrads, Sept. 10 and 13
Tuesday, September 10th 4-5pm in Fisher 133orFriday, September 13th 12-1pm in Fisher 133Are you interested in conducting research? Are you unsure how to locate a faculty member to work with? Please join this interactive discussion featuring practical advice and tips for finding and approaching a faculty member for a research position. In addition, learn about paid research internship opportunities at Michigan Tech and beyond.
-Ann Kitalong-Will, Undergraduate Advisor
Fall 2019 Walk-in Hours (no appointment needed):
- Mon-Wed-Fri, 1:00-3:00 PM
- Tue-Thu, 10:00 AM-noon
Other advising times by appointment.
Welcome back, CMH students! Please note my Fall 2019 advising schedule. You can stop by my office in Rekhi 226 during the above days/times, starting on Sept. 9th. If you need to see me before the 9th, please either call me at 487-2524 (leave a voicemail if I don’t pick up), or email me at amkitalo@mtu.edu. Have a great semester!