This is a paid undergraduate position. Dr. Shaun Kane from the Department of Information Systems is seeking motivated undergraduate students to help develop new interactive technologies. 

Project: Work with Dr. Kane and other students to construct a working touch screen-based tabletop computer, similar to the Microsoft Surface. Help to develop construction plan, acquire materials, assemble hardware, configure software, and test the system.

Skills Required: Basic experience with installing and configuring computer software is required. Experience with computer programming,computer hardware, and woodworking are are a plus, but are not required.

Time Commitment: Up to 10 hours per week with a total of 60 to 80 hours per semester. Flexible work hours with mandatory weekly supervisory meetings and periodic project-group meetings.

Expected Duration: This project will begin in the fall 2011 semester, and may continue for the spring 2012 semester.

Eligibility: This offer is open to undergraduate students who are in their first 4 semesters at UMBC.

To Apply: Send an e-mail describing your interest and a resume to Dr. Kane at skane@umbc.edu by October 30.

The McNair Scholars Program encourages underrepresented minorities, first-generation college students, and low-income student to pursue doctoral studies. McNair scholars get help and support in finding research, mentoring, and other important preparation for graduate school. 

The McNair Scholars Program is a U.S. Department of Education-funded program open to students in all disciplines with at least sophomore standing. For more information contact aprilh@umbc.edu or stop by 211 MP for an application. Application deadline is October 31,2011.

• Interact with world-class faculty in your interested discipline and research interest
• Visit state-of-the-art research facilities and laboratories
• Be exposed to research opportunities
• Network with current and other prospective students
• Meet academic administrators
  

• Be seriously considering attending one of NC State University's graduate programs
• Have a minimal GPA of 3.2
• Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
• Be a sophomore through senior in college
• Complete the entire application (including faculty recommendation and unofficial transcripts)
  

• Visitation program application form
• Statement of Interest
  
• Letter of recommendation from faculty
• Unofficial copy of transcript
  

• Air or ground transportation
  
• Lodging accommodations (double room occupancy)
• Meals while participating in the program