Biochem PREP

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Biochemistry Program for Research Exploration and Planning
(Biochem PREP)

Biochem Prep Objectives
The Department of Biochemistry encourages undergraduate students to become engaged in research opportunities on campus. To show our support, the department has developed the Biochemistry Research Prep Program to achieve four objectives.

Program Mission

Biochem PREP is focused on developing first and second year student interest and engagement in undergraduate research. The program is designed to present participants with mentorship and opportunities to identify whether research is an opportunity students wish to participate in, and if so, get students connected to potential research opportunities. Participants will be provided with a cohort of their peers to explore and plan for research together through preparation workshops, research information sessions, mentorship, and lab technique training. The ultimate goal of the program is for participants to understand their research interests, possess the necessary skills to identify and obtain a research opportunity, and develop community with their peers and the Department of Biochemistry at large.

Biochem PREP Quick Links

  Biochem PREP Brochure

  Biochem PREP Mentor Ad

  Mentor Application

The Application for Spring 2019 is currently closed.

Eligibility Important Dates Application Components
Eligibility
  • Open to all first and second year undergraduate students. Transfer and non-traditional students will be considered on a case by case basis.
  • Must be a student majoring in Biochemistry.
  • 3.0 Minimum GPA required.
  • Must be in good academic and disciplinary standing with the university.
  • Must be enrolled as a full-time student.
  • Prior research experience is not required.
DeadlineDescription
TBAApplication Materials Due
TBAAcademic Reference Materials Due
TBAProgram Acceptances Released
TBAFirst Meeting of Participants

 

All of your application materials will be submitted through our online application. This form features questions regarding identifying information, a section for academic reference contact information, and a space to upload the required supporting documentation. Each uploaded document cannot exceed 100 MB. 

Before begining you application, please ensure that you have all components ready and properly formatted/labeled. Once your application is submitted, you will be unable to update any piece of the application.

Please contact the Undergraduate Program Manager with any questions or concerns during the application process.

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You can obtain a copy of your unofficial transcript on your MyCUInfo portal. If you have difficulty obtaining your unofficial transcript, email the Registrar's Office.

   Note: Do not request an official transcript. Official transcripts cost students $10-$15 and is not necessary for application. Please only submit unofficial transcripts.
   Note: Files name should reach "lastname.firstname.transcript.PDF".

Your resume or CV should focus on relevant experiences to biochemistry and undergraduate research. Things you may wish to highlight include employment, STEM club/organization involvement, past research experiences, relevant coursework, etc.

If you need support in creating your resume or CV, check out these resources from Career Services or visit their drop-in hours.

   Note: File should be in a PDF format. File name should read "lastname.firstname.resume.PDF" or "lastname.firstname.CV.PDF".
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Your statement of interest should be at least one page in length and no more than two pages. Line spacing should not be more than 2.0 (double-spaced). Text should be Times New Roman, Calibri, or Arial size 12 font.

Topic: Please author a statement outlining your interest in undergraduate research and Biochem PREP, what you hope to gain from the program, and how these answers relate to your future goals.

   Note: File should be in a PDF format. File name should read "lastname.firstname.statement.PDF".
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Academic references will be asked to complete a short electronic reference form. This form consists of several multiple choice and open ended questions. Academic references are not asked to provide a written letter of reference, however they will have the option to append one supporting document if desired.

Academic references will be automatically emailed after submitting the application, so be sure to communicate with your references prior to listing them. References will have until 12 Noon on January 30th, 2019 to complete the reference form. If a listed reference does not receive an email within 1 hour of application submission, please notify our Undergraduate Program Manager.

   Note: References may be from high school, however references from college level instructors are preferred. References may come from faculty, TAs/LAs, graduate instructors or other academic based administrators.
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