Note that the following events for Spring and Summer 2016 are coming up, and BDs are expected to be involved:
* Feb. 23-24 (Tues - Weds): LSAMP National Symposium at the Gaylord
(See comments on the Gaylord link above for latest information)
If you are a currently enrolled BD, and if you were excused from attending due to your teaching or course schedule, please choose one of two ways that you will engage in the process:
1) Talk with at least three BD fellows after the event, and write a few paragraphs about the significance of the symposium, and the program's effect on the training of diverse STEM fellows. Post in the comment section here: https://usmlsamp.wordpress.com/2016/01/31/lsamp-national-research-symposium-feb-22-24-nsf_ehr/
2) Tweet about the significance of the LSAMP BD program and its training, discussing aspects of the training that you have received thus far. Highlight at least 6 events or sessions. Tag @USM_LSAMP and #ThinkBigDiversity
AND
Provide at least one tweet about the significance of Louis Stokes' legacy, using the same tags as above.
* March 2 (Weds.): Hrabowski Talk
(RSVP asap. We will have a brief meeting immediately following the talk.)
* March 9 (Weds.): BD practice for GSA GRC (Stay tuned. I will want to have a practice session with you regarding your oral presentation for GRC.)
* March 12 (Saturday): BD projects are due
[NOTE: By this time, all BDs should have finished their IRB and RCR training.]
* March 23 (Weds.): UMBC GRC
* April 6 (Weds.): Career Pathways Seminar
* April 27 (Weds.): Writing Seminar
* May 7 (Sat.): PROMISE Cookout
* May 18 (Weds.): Commencement Day - Photo & Lunch
* July 5 - 8 (Tues. - Friday): Professional Development Activities - Dissertation House, Writing for Publication
* August 19-20 (Fri. - Sat.): SSI