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<title>Events, Scholarships, Application Deadlines, etc</title>
<description>Deadlines for upcomming Events, Scholarships, Applications, etc</description>
<link>http://www.career.mtu.edu/students/deadlines.php</link>
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		<title>NACE International Student Virtual Career Fair</title>
		<link>http://asp.symplicity.com/nacelinkvcf/</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Jun. 1, 2009</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The NACE International Student Virtual Career Fair is free to international students at NACE-member schools who:
<br/>
• Wish to return to their home country for full-time or internship opportunities.
<br/>
• Are currently pursuing one-year Optional Practical Training (OPT) and/or long-term opportunities in the United States.
<br/>
• Are currently pursuing summer Curricular Practical Training (CPT) internships in the United States. 
<br/>
See website to get started.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://asp.symplicity.com/nacelinkvcf/</guid>
		<pubDate>Jan. 22, 2009</pubDate>
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		<title>Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships</title>
		<link>http://www.mtu.edu/research/references/awards-management/internal-awards/surf/</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Feb. 27, 2009</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>Applications for 2009 Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships (SURF) are now open! SURFs are open to all Tech undergraduates who have at least one more semester remaining after the summer. </li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.mtu.edu/research/references/awards-management/internal-awards/surf/</guid>
		<pubDate>Jan. 22, 2009</pubDate>
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		<title>Langley Aerospace Research Summer Scholars (LARSS) Program</title>
		<link>http://research.nianet.org/larss</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Feb. 1, 2009</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>This program provides hands-on paid research experiences for qualified undergraduate and graduate students (rising juniors and above) on-site at NASA Langley Research Center.
<br/><br/>
Eligibility requirements include:
<br/><br/>
-US Citizenship
-Full-time college student, rising junior and above by the start of the program
-Pursuing a discipline of interest to NASA
-3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale
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Deadlines:
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2009 Summer Session – February 1
2009 Fall Session and 2009 Spring Session – Deadline TBD
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Funding:
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Rising juniors and seniors - $5,000 scholarship for the 10-week period
Graduate students - $6,000 scholarship for the 10-week period
<br/><br/>
Spring and Fall sessions are prorated according to the 10-week rate.</li>
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		<guid>http://research.nianet.org/larss</guid>
		<pubDate>Jan. 22, 2009</pubDate>
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		<title>Consumers Energy Virtual Career Fair</title>
		<link>www.consumersenergy.com</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Feb. 1, 2009</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>At Consumers Energy, you'll have the chance to turn your ideas into solutions - ones that are creating new worlds of opportunity, protecting our future and reinventing tomorrow.
 <br/> <br/>
What: Consumers Energy Virtual Career Fair
 <br/> <br/>
Where: (www.consumersenergy.com) (JOBS - On Campus Section) 
 <br/> <br/>
When: Monday January 26, 2009 -  Sunday February 1, 2009
 <br/> <br/>
Majors: Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science
 <br/> <br/>
Who: Juniors/ Seniors / Recent Graduates
 <br/> <br/>
Positions: Summer Internships/ Entry Level Positions
 <br/> <br/>
How:  Directions on how to be apply will be available on the website January 26.  
</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>www.consumersenergy.com</guid>
		<pubDate>Jan. 22, 2009</pubDate>
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		<title>US Department of State 2009 Fall internship</title>
		<link>http://careers.state.gov/students/programs.html#SIP</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Mar. 4, 2009</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>Check out the webpage for more information. <br/><br/>
A broad range of academic majors is sought in areas such as Business, Public Administration, Social Work, Economics, Information Management, Journalism and Biological, Physical or Engineering Sciences; intern duties and responsibilities vary according to post or office assignment, from scientific/technical tasks to administrative projects to logistical support.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://careers.state.gov/students/programs.html#SIP</guid>
		<pubDate>Jan. 22, 2009</pubDate>
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		<title>US Customs and Border Protection Career Day</title>
		<link>http://www.cbp.gov</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Jan. 31, 2009</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is pleased to announce the first ever CBP National Career Day:  "New Year, New Career."  The event is scheduled for Saturday, January 31, 2009 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Oakland Community College, Orchard Ridge Campus in Farmington Hills.
27055 Orchard Lake Road, Building H
Farmington Hills, MI 48334</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.cbp.gov</guid>
		<pubDate>Jan. 22, 2009</pubDate>
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		<title>P & G Virtual Career Fair</title>
		<link>http://www.career.mtu.edu/downloads/flyers/P&GVirtualCareerFairInvite.doc</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Jan. 15, 2009</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>P & G Virtual Career Fair

If you are looking for internship or co-op positions within Procter & Gamble this is the event for you!

<a href="http://www.career.mtu.edu/downloads/flyers/P&GVirtualCareerFairInvite.doc">Download</a> more information.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.career.mtu.edu/downloads/flyers/P&GVirtualCareerFairInvite.doc</guid>
		<pubDate>Dec. 22, 2008</pubDate>
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		<title>Michigan Collegiate Job Fair</title>
		<link>http://www.mcjf.org</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Nov. 7, 2008</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>MCJF is open to seniors, graduates and alumni of any two- or four-year college. Employers who participate in the job fair seek primarily entry-level candidates for positions in business, engineering, sciences, computer science, liberal arts, human services and allied health. 
<br/>
Visit the website for more information.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.mcjf.org</guid>
		<pubDate>Sep. 29, 2008</pubDate>
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		<title>Big 10+ Graduate School Expo</title>
		<link>http://www.gradschool.purdue.edu/gradexpo</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Sep. 29, 2008</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>At the *Big 10+ Graduate School Expo* September 28-29, 2008, students will:
<br/>
Get an inside look at graduate school and the application process<br/>
Receive advice about funding opportunities from the National
Science Foundation and other experts<br/>
Network with representatives from more than 50 of the nation’s top
      graduate institutions<br/>
Attend a premier graduate school fair <br/>
Students who join the
mailing list <http://www.gradschool.purdue.edu/gradexpo> prior to June 1
will be entered in a *drawing for a free registration*! </li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.gradschool.purdue.edu/gradexpo</guid>
		<pubDate>Apr. 17, 2008</pubDate>
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		<title>Pearson Benjamin Cummings Scholarship</title>
		<link>http://www.pearsonhighered.com/scholarships/biologyprize/</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> Any student who has take the General Biology Course within the last two years or currently enrolled.<br/>
See Emily in the Biology office for a copy of the application and more details.</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Nov. 4, 2008</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>$1000 scholarship from Pearson Benjamin Cummings</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.pearsonhighered.com/scholarships/biologyprize/</guid>
		<pubDate>Apr. 17, 2008</pubDate>
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		<title>Michigan Collegiate Virtual Job Fair</title>
		<link>http://www.michiganvirtualjobfair.org</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> Free to all students & alumni</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Apr. 25, 2008</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>Submit your resume to the Michigan Collegiate Virtual Job Fair – April 14-25, 2008 <br/>
Are you still looking for a full-time (part-time, internship/cooperative education or career-related summer) job? <br/>
Would you like to do so without leaving the comfort of your computer? 
<br/>
What is a Virtual Job Fair? </br>
An opportunity to view an employer’s “virtual” booth (containing job postings, company information and contact data 24/7 and interface with the employers via the Internet through private chat rooms.<br/>
It’s FREE and It’s EASY <br/>
Just submit your resume to any of the job postings entered through April 14-25, 2008 via the website (http://www.michiganvirtualjobfair.org). The fair officially starts for students on April 14, 2008. 

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		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.michiganvirtualjobfair.org</guid>
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		<title>Upper Great Lakes Collegiate Job Fair</title>
		<link>http://webb.nmu.edu/CareerServices/SiteSections/Events/JobFairsCollegiate.shtml</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Mar. 19, 2008</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>Wednesday, March 19 2008<br/>
1-4pm.<br/>
Great Lakes Room<br/>
University Center<br/>
Northern Michigan University<br/>
Marquette, MI<br/></li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://webb.nmu.edu/CareerServices/SiteSections/Events/JobFairsCollegiate.shtml</guid>
		<pubDate>Feb. 29, 2008</pubDate>
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		<title>NACE International Virtual Job Fair</title>
		<link>http://asp.symplicity.com/nacelinkvcf/</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> May. 16, 2008</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The NACE International Virtual Job Fair is for international students currently studying in the United States attending NACE-member colleges and universities who:<br/>
-wish to return to their home country for full-time or internship opportunities<br/>
-are currently pursuing one-year Optional Practical Training (OPT) opportunities in the United States, and/or<br/>
-are currently pursuing summer Curricular Practical Training (CPT) internships in the United States<br/>
<br/>
There will be global employers seeking to hire these top international students educated in institutions of higher education in the U.S. for domestic and international positions.
<br/><br/>
Registration is free and is now open.  See website for more details and how to apply.
</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://asp.symplicity.com/nacelinkvcf/</guid>
		<pubDate>Feb. 19, 2008</pubDate>
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		<title>Engineering &amp; Technology Job Fair</title>
		<link>http://ww2.esd.org/EVENTS/2008-02-19_JobFair.htm</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Feb. 19, 2008</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The Engineering Society of Detroit (ESD)
<br/>
On Tuesday, February 19, there will be an Engineering & Technology Job Fair at the Southfield Pavilion in Southfield. More than 70 major Michigan companies will be recruiting students and young professionals for careers in engineering and technology-related fields. Last year, more than 1,200 prospective candidates attended this event.<br/>
Pre-register by February 15 to save money.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://ww2.esd.org/EVENTS/2008-02-19_JobFair.htm</guid>
		<pubDate>Feb. 12, 2008</pubDate>
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		<title>University of Nebraska-Lincoln</title>
		<link>http://www.unl.edu/summerprogram/</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Mar. 3, 2008</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>Explore the Nebraska Summer Research Program
at http://www.unl.edu/summerprogram/ for an excellent opportunity to
hone your research skills and experience life as a graduate student.
Housed at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, you will enhance your
academic resume, work closely with faculty and peers, and have fun with
social and professional development activities, all while receiving
travel expenses, room and board, and a generous stipend. Learn more
about 2008's summer research projects and how to apply by visiting the website.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.unl.edu/summerprogram/</guid>
		<pubDate>Feb. 8, 2008</pubDate>
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		<title>IEEE Oceanic Engineering Scholarship</title>
		<link>http://www.oceanicengineering.org/main.cfm?EID=154</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> See website for complete details.</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Apr. 1, 2008</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>Students must be enrolled full-time in an accredited college or university in a field of
study that will lead to a career in ocean engineering or a related ocean science field.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.oceanicengineering.org/main.cfm?EID=154</guid>
		<pubDate>Feb. 5, 2008</pubDate>
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		<title>SFRES Career Fair</title>
		<link>http://www.forest.mtu.edu</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Jan. 31, 2008</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The Third Annual School of Forest Resources &amp; Environmental Science (SFRES) career fair will be conducted 30-31 January 
2008 at the Forestry Building.  There will be a few presentations on 30 Jan, a few interview 
sessions the morning of 31 Jan, and a fair on the afternoon of 31 Jan. </li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.forest.mtu.edu</guid>
		<pubDate>Jan. 11, 2008</pubDate>
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		<title>Space Career Fair</title>
		<link>http://www.SpaceCareerFair.org</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Apr. 10, 2008</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The Space Career Fair is open to college students in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and business administration or for transitioning military. Combine your education and talents with your interest in space and take advantage of a dynamic networking lunch. (First 300 paid registrants receive a complimentary buffet-style lunch.) This event is hosted by the Space Foundation, its corporate members and sponsoring companies.<br/><br/>
Pre-registration is required. Deadline for registration is April 4, 2008</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.SpaceCareerFair.org</guid>
		<pubDate>Jan. 9, 2008</pubDate>
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		<title>Michigan Collegiate Job Fair</title>
		<link>http://mcjf.org/index.php</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Mar. 14, 2008</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The Michigan Collegiate Job Fair (MCJF) is a state-wide job fair held in spring and fall each year. It is a cost-effective means both for companies who want to recruit qualified graduates for primarily degreed, entry-level positions, and for job seekers who want to broaden their job search and network with hiring employers. </li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://mcjf.org/index.php</guid>
		<pubDate>Jan. 2, 2008</pubDate>
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		<title>Phi Sigma Biological Science Research Scholarship</title>
		<link>http://www.career.mtu.edu/students/deadlines.php</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> Any undergraduate that is planning on conducting research related to
the biological sciences is welcome to apply.</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Feb. 4, 2008</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>Phi Sigma Biological Science Honor Society announces their annual
Undergraduate Research Award <br/><br/>
What: Two awards will be given out, both consisting of $150 for supplies
and $150 for the student.<br/>
When: Applications can be filled out and turned in anytime from now until
February 4, 2008. The winners will be announced at the Phi Sigma Research
Symposium on February 25, 2008.<br/>
Where: Applications can be picked up and turned in at the Biology Learning
Center, which is room 744 in the DOW.<br/><br/>
Any questions can de directed to japontiu@mtu.edu.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.career.mtu.edu/students/deadlines.php</guid>
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		<title>Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation Scholarship</title>
		<link>http://www.noble.org/summerscholar</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Jan. 15, 2008</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>
Noble Scholar candidates must:<br/>
Be enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in a college or university within the United States, such program resulting in the award of a baccalaureate or associate's degree;<br/>
Have completed their sophomore year (at least 56 credit hours) with a declared major in a plant science, life science, chemistry or computer science field with appropriate course work (research experience is not required);<br/>
Be a US citizen or permanent resident of the US; and<br/>
Be capable of working 40 hours per week for 11 weeks. </li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.noble.org/summerscholar</guid>
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		<title>Udall Scholarship</title>
		<link>http://www.udall.gov/pdf/scholar/2008APP.pdf</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> Sophomore &amp; Junior undergraduate students and PhD students</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Jan. 24, 2008</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>You cannot directly apply to the Foundation; you have to be nominated by
Michigan Tech.  Michigan Tech can nominate up to six individuals for
each of these awards.  Students with excellent academic records,
experience in environmental and/or ecological research and public
service, especially if the experiences are unique, and whose essays can
resonate with the writings of Udall are the most competitive for these
scholarships.
<br/><br/>
Completed materials
are due by January 24 (Michigan Tech's deadline to review the
applications). For information on what materials to submit see the
specific website http://www.udall.gov/pdf/scholar/2008APP.pdf
<br/><br/>
Peg Gale<br/>
Faculty Representative for Udall Foundation nominations
<br/><br/>
Margaret R. Gale<br/>
Dean, School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science<br/>
Michigan Technological University<br/>
1400 Townsend Dr.<br/>
Houghton, MI  49931<br/>
906-487-2352, 906-487-2915 (fax)</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.udall.gov/pdf/scholar/2008APP.pdf</guid>
		<pubDate>Nov. 8, 2007</pubDate>
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		<title>AAAS Entry Point!</title>
		<link>http://www.entrypoint.org/</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Apr. 1, 2008</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>ENTRY POINT!, a program of the American Association for the Advancement of
Science (AAAS), offers outstanding paid, 10-week internships and semester co-ops in major companies throughout the United States, including NASA, IBM, NOAA, Merck, Lockheed Martin, Google, CVS, and NAVAIR.
<br/><br/>
ENTRY POINT! is available to STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES majoring in
life sciences, physical sciences, computer science, engineering, mathematics, and other
quantitatively-based fields (e.g. finance and economics).
Qualifying students must:
<br/>
--Be full-time undergraduate or graduate students<br/>
--Be a Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Business, or
Computer Science major<br/>
--Have a B average GPA (or higher)<br/>
--Be a U.S. citizen<br/>
<br/><br/>
If you meet the above criteria, you might be selected for a position this summer where you will benefit from a mentor and receive competitive pay.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.entrypoint.org/</guid>
		<pubDate>Nov. 6, 2007</pubDate>
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		<title>DHS HS-STEM Internship Program</title>
		<link>http://www.orau.gov/dhsinternships</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Dec. 14, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>This program provides 10-week summer internships at federal research facilities for undergraduate students majoring in homeland security related science, technology, engineering and mathematics (HS-STEM) disciplines.  Students receive a $500/week stipend and travel reimbursement.
<br/><br/>
Complete information is available online at www.orau.gov/dhsinternships.
<br/><br/>
Questions regarding the DHS HS-STEM Summer Internship Program can be sent via e-mail to dhsed@orau.org</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.orau.gov/dhsinternships</guid>
		<pubDate>Nov. 6, 2007</pubDate>
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		<title>UNCF Merck Science Initiative</title>
		<link>http://www.uncf.org/merck</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Dec. 17, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>Announcing the 2008 competition for the UNCF Merck Science Initiative Research Scholarships and Fellowships.  Each scholarship/fellowship can be from $35,000 to $85,000.
<br/><br/>
This Initiative will provide scholarships, internships and fellowships to at least 37 outstanding African American students per year - 15 at the undergraduate level, 12 at the graduate level, and 10 at the postdoctoral level.  In addition, the UNCF Merck Science Initiative
may provide grants to the science departments of the fellowship recipients' home institution in most cases.
<br/><br/>
Applicants should be submitted online at www.uncf.org/merck, no later than December 17th, 2007. </li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.uncf.org/merck</guid>
		<pubDate>Oct. 23, 2007</pubDate>
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		<title>SMART Scholarship</title>
		<link>http://www.asee.org/smart</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> The SMART Scholarship for Service Program is open only to citizens and
nationals of the United States.  Persons who hold permanent resident
status are not eligible. Proof of citizenship will be required.<br/>
  Applicants for undergraduate awards must be already enrolled in a U.S.
college or university.  Awardees must be eligible to receive and hold a
security clearance. </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Dec. 14, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>ASEE is pleased to announce the opening of the application for the
Science, Mathematics, And Research for Transformation Defense for Service Program (SMART).  This program is used to recruit and to retain civilian scientists and engineers to work in DoD agencies and laboratories. See website for more details</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.asee.org/smart</guid>
		<pubDate>Oct. 18, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>SCA Environmental Essay and Video Contest</title>
		<link>http://www.thesca.org/contest/</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Dec. 1, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The Student Conservation Association is offering students an opportunity
to protect the environment, challenge their intellect, and win top
prizes.
<br/><br/>
We seek to engage the intelligence and passion of America's young
leaders to help restore and protect our natural world. We are looking
for practical solutions that involve young people in addressing an
environmental challenge.
<br/><br/>
We are looking for great ideas, including those who
may be working on a qualified paper.
<br/><br/>
    * Submissions may be a research project or thesis as well as video,
      PowerPoint, or even a website<br/>
    * Prizes include a 2008 Mazda3i, $37,000, and eight expense-paid 
      trips to SCAs April 2008 EarthVision Summit in Washington DC<br/>
    * The deadline is December 1, 2007<br/> </li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.thesca.org/contest/</guid>
		<pubDate>Oct. 10, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Michigan Collegiate Job Fair</title>
		<link>http://www.mcjf.org/index.php</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Nov. 2, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The Michigan Collegiate Job Fair (MCJF) is a state-wide job fair held in spring and fall each year. It is a cost-effective means both for companies who want to recruit qualified graduates for primarily degreed, entry-level positions, and for job seekers who want to broaden their job search and network with hiring employers. 
<br/>
Students: There is a fee for registration. The charge is $10.00 for early registration (must be received by midnight on the night of Friday, October 26) or $20 at the door.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.mcjf.org/index.php</guid>
		<pubDate>Oct. 10, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>National Grid - Public Service Award Grant</title>
		<link>http://www.nationalgridus.com/commitment/d4-1_award.asp</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Feb. 15, 2008</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The Samuel Huntington Public Service Award provides a $10,000 stipend for a graduating college senior to pursue one year of public service anywhere in the world. The award allows recipients to engage in a meaningful public service activity for one year before proceeding on to graduate school or a career.
<br /><br />
Please see website for more details</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.nationalgridus.com/commitment/d4-1_award.asp</guid>
		<pubDate>Oct. 4, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Disney Internships</title>
		<link>http://www.disneyinterns.com</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Oct. 5, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>Disney is currently accepting applications through October 5, 2007 for the internships available January to June 2008. Roles are available in several lines of business at the Walt Disney World Resort, the Disneyland Resort, and Walt Disney Imagineering. Students should check individual postings for Disney College Program Alumni status requirements.
<br/><br />
For more information about Disney Professional Internships, visit DisneyInterns.com.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.disneyinterns.com</guid>
		<pubDate>Oct. 1, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>UMD Head of Lakes Job Fair</title>
		<link>http://careers.d.umn.edu/events/hol07.html</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Nov. 2, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The University of Minnesota Duluth is having the Head of Lakes Job Fair November 2, 2007.  All Michigan Tech students are welcome to attend.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://careers.d.umn.edu/events/hol07.html</guid>
		<pubDate>Sep. 25, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Grad and Undergrad Reflection Paper</title>
		<link>http://www.admin.mtu.edu/urel/ttoday/previous.php?issue=20070920#2</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Oct. 20, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>Graduate and undergraduate students are invited to submit reflection papers for a competition celebrating International Education Week (IEW), Nov. 12-16. Former US President Bill Clinton initiated IEW in 2000 as a celebration of international education and intercultural understanding. This year's theme, announced by US Secretary of Education Margaret Spellings, is Fostering Global Citizenship and Respect.
<br/>
The theme of the reflection paper is "Why is Global Citizenship Crucial in the 21st Century?" Submissions should express the writer's vision and perspective on this theme and include the following criteria:
<br/>
* an understanding of what it means to be a global citizen, creating a sustainable future<br/>
* a knowledge of how global citizenship relates to 21st century issues<br/>
* an understanding of the complexity surrounding world issues<br/>
* an analytical approach to the subject matter<br/>
* examples of critical, as well as creative, thinking<br/>
<br/>
Four prizes will be awarded, two each in the undergraduate and graduate categories. Each winner will receive gift certificates to the Michigan Tech Campus Bookstore; first-place winners will receive a $100 gift certificate, and second-place winners, a $50 gift certificate. Participants will be invited to a reception where winners will be asked to read highlights of their papers, and all will be awarded certificates of participation.
<br/>
The deadline for submissions is Oct. 20. Entries should be 3 to 5 pages in length, typed and double-spaced (bullets are allowed) and may be submitted via hard copy or email attachment to Donna Armistead, in International Programs and Services, at dlarmist@mtu.edu .</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.admin.mtu.edu/urel/ttoday/previous.php?issue=20070920#2</guid>
		<pubDate>Sep. 20, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Plant Science Scholarships</title>
		<link>http://www.career.mtu.edu/students/deadlines.php#0</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Oct. 19, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The Federated Garden Clubs of Michigan, Inc. is offering two $1000 scholarship to outstanding MTU students interested in plants.  Since all of our students are outstanding, every plant science/plant ecology/plant molecular biology/teacher education/forestry student should apply!  The selection will be done locally by MTU faculty.  The primary considerations will be an essay describing your personal history and interest in plants and academic standing.  Interested students should submit an application (forms available in bio office). 
<br/>
<br/>
ELIGIBILITY:  At least second-year student<br/>
APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE:  Attached, or Biological Sciences office (741 Dow)<br/>
SUBMIT TO:  The Biological Sciences office  (741 Dow)<br/>
DUE DATE:   19 October 2007.<br/>
<br/>
QUESTIONS:  Call 487-2546 (Dr. Glime) or 487-2025 (Biology Office) if you have questions. <br/>
</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.career.mtu.edu/students/deadlines.php#0</guid>
		<pubDate>Oct. 19, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>The NASA Undergraduate Student Research Project</title>
		<link>http://www.education.nasa.gov/usrp</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Oct. 22, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>NASA-USRP offers undergraduate students across the United States
internships at NASA centers under the supervision of technical mentors.
This prestigious program seeks rising sophomore, junior and senior
students in the disciplines of engineering, math, computer science and
life/physical sciences.  Students may apply for 10-week summer
session and 15-week spring or fall sessions.  NASA-USRP provides
students with hands-on, real-life research experiences that challenge,
inspire and bring practical application to complement the students'
academic education.  Stipends are $6,000 for the summer session and
$9,000 for fall and spring, plus a round-trip travel allowance.
Application deadlines are:

Spring        October 22, 2007
Summer        January 31, 2008
Fall          February 29, 2008</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.education.nasa.gov/usrp</guid>
		<pubDate>Sep. 16, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Integrys Business and Technology Scholarship</title>
		<link>http://www.integrysgroup.com/career/minoritybus.aspx</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> See website for who can apply.</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Mar. 8, 2008</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>Wisconsin Public Service Foundation realizes the value that women and minorities bring to the business and engineering fields. Consequently, these scholarships have been established to support minority and female students who will major in those fields.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.integrysgroup.com/career/minoritybus.aspx</guid>
		<pubDate>Sep. 12, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Merck/AAAS Undergraduate Science Research Program</title>
		<link>http://php.aaas.org/programs/education/merck/</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Nov. 2, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The purpose of the Merck/AAAS Undergraduate Science
Research Program (USRP) is to enhance undergraduate
science education in the areas of biology and chemistry
and, in particular, to encourage programs that foster
understanding of the interrelationship of these sciences.  See website for more information.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://php.aaas.org/programs/education/merck/</guid>
		<pubDate>Sep. 5, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Michigan BioExpo</title>
		<link>http://www.michbio.org/Expo</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> The cost is free, but you do need to register online. See the website for more information.</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Oct. 16, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The MichBio Expo is designed for professionals from all aspects of the life sciences, biotechnology, government and academic organizations.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.michbio.org/Expo</guid>
		<pubDate>Aug. 28, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Paul &amp; Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans</title>
		<link>http://www.pdsoros.org/</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> The Paul &amp; Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans provides opportunities for continuing generations of able and accomplished New Americans to achieve
leadership in their chosen fields. The fellowships are grants for up to two years of graduate study in the United States. </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Nov. 1, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>See website for more details.  Please read the Application Instructions.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.pdsoros.org/</guid>
		<pubDate>Aug. 24, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>L'Oreal USA Fellowships for Women in Science</title>
		<link>http://www.lorealusa.com/forwomeninscience</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> The L'Oreal USA Fellowships For Women in Science program is open to women postdoctoral researchers only.  See website for more information.</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Oct. 31, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The L'Oreal USA Fellowships for Women in Science program is a national awards program that annually recognizes and rewards five U.S.-based women researchers at the beginning of their scientific careers. Recipients receive $40,000 each that they must put towards their post-doctoral research.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.lorealusa.com/forwomeninscience</guid>
		<pubDate>Aug. 21, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Big 10+ Graduate School Expo</title>
		<link>http://www.gradschool.purdue.edu/gradexpo/</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> Junior and Senior students from all institutions, whether still enrolled or already graduated, are welcome.  In particular, women and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to participate. </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Sep. 24, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>Students will
have the chance to explore graduate education, including how to fund
their graduate studies, how to apply to graduate school, how to choose a
graduate program, and much more!  Students may also apply for travel
scholarships and can find out more by visiting the event's Web page.
Nearly $27,000 in travel scholarships were awarded to eligible
students last year.  Students that attend the Grad Expo will also have
their application fee waived when they apply for graduate admission to
Purdue.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.gradschool.purdue.edu/gradexpo/</guid>
		<pubDate>Jul. 10, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>US Patent and Trademark Office Job Fair</title>
		<link>http://www.usptocareers.gov/jobfair/</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> Candidates with a minimum of a four-year degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering and Physics are encouraged to visit

U.S. Citizenship is required.</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Jun. 23, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The US Patent &amp; Trademark Office (USPTO) will host a Patent Examiner Job Fair in St. Louis, MO on June 22 &amp; 23, 2007. USPTO has an aggressive goal to hire 1200 engineers and scientists for the position of Patent Examiner this year.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.usptocareers.gov/jobfair/</guid>
		<pubDate>Jun. 12, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Fulbright Scholarship</title>
		<link>http://us.fulbrightonline.org/home.html</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> See webpage.</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Oct. 19, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>Is the largest U.S. international exchange program offering opportunities for students, scholars, and professionals to undertake international graduate study, advanced research, university teaching, and teaching in elementary and secondary schools worldwide.

See the webpage for more information</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://us.fulbrightonline.org/home.html</guid>
		<pubDate>May. 21, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>2007 NASA MUST Scholarship</title>
		<link>http://scholarships.hispanicfund.org/applications/</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> -- Must be a U.S. citizen
-- Must be enrolled and attending full-time at an accredited college or
university in the U.S. (students completing co-ops who are not consider
full-time status will not be considered)
-- Must be a rising college freshman, sophomore or junior
-- Must have earned and maintain a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale
(un-weighted)
-- Must be pursuing a degree in science, technology, engineering or
mathematics </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> May. 31, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The Motivating Undergraduates in Science and Technology Program, funded by
the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, is a joint partnership
between NASA, the Hispanic College Fund, the United Negro College Fund
Special Programs and the Society for Hispanic Professional Engineers.
<br/><br/>
The MUST program awards scholarships and internships to undergraduates
pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, more
widely know as STEM fields. The MUST Program is open to all students and is
particularly focused on engaging students from underserved and
underrepresented groups to enter STEM fields (Women, African Americans,
Hispanic Americans, Native Americans and persons with disabilities).
<br/><br/>

The MUST Program will support approximately 100 undergraduate students with
a one-year competitive scholarship of up to one-half of tuition, not to
exceed $10,000. Program participants will also receive a $5,000 stipend to
participate in a summer research experience at a NASA center. Students will
benefit year-round from tutoring, lecture series and mentoring from STEM
faculty and peers. The scholarships and internships will be renewable for up
to three years, provided the students continue to meet the academic
requirements. </li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://scholarships.hispanicfund.org/applications/</guid>
		<pubDate>Apr. 26, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Bio Career Fair</title>
		<link>http://www.biocareerfair.org/</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> Admission is FREE and open to all job seekers with a four-year life sciences degree.

</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> May. 6, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>Boston, MA at the Seaport World Trade Center.  Career opportunities in the biotech industry are as limitless as biotech science. At the BIO Career Fair, held in conjunction with the BIO International Convention, you'll meet recruiters from more than 45 companies in every major biotech niche from pharmaceuticals, food and agriculture, consumer products, and energy to medicine, biopreparedness, and more.
</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.biocareerfair.org/</guid>
		<pubDate>Apr. 24, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Experimental Methods in Mechanical Engineering</title>
		<link>http://engr.smu.edu/REU</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> Students of sophomore standing or higher in engineering or related
sciences are encouraged to apply. The REU program includes a stipend of
$450 per week, paid room and board, and meal plan. In addition to
research activities, students will participate in professional
development seminars, trips to local companies, and social activities. </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Apr. 23, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The Southern Methodist University Department of Mechanical Engineering is hosting a Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program from June 9 - August 3, 2007. Opportunities exist for students to work in state-of-the-art research facilities, including the Laser Micromachining Laboratory, the Experimental Fluid Mechanics Laboratory, the Research Center for Advanced Manufacturing, the Laboratory for Micro- and Nano-Mechanics of Materials, the Laboratory for Porous Media Applications, and the Thermal-Fluids Laboratory.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://engr.smu.edu/REU</guid>
		<pubDate>Apr. 10, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Aviation Career Expo</title>
		<link>http://www.miat.edu</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> May. 8, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>Talk to more than 100 aviation companies hiring.<br/>
Meet Veteran reps for all military branches.<br/>
Meet with schools offering aviation programs<br/>
And more...<br/>
The expo is located in Belleville, MI and will be from 12pm to 7pm on May 8th, 2007.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.miat.edu</guid>
		<pubDate>Mar. 29, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Michigan Virtual Job Fair</title>
		<link>http://www.michiganvirtualjobfair.org</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> All Students and Alumni.</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Apr. 20, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>Attend the <a href="http://www.michiganvirtualjobfair.org">Michigan Virtual Job Fair</a> during April 9-20, 2007.  There are full time positions as well as internship and co-op opportunities.  Instructions on signing up are posted on the MVJF website.If you have questions or need help signing up, please contact Matt McCormick, mjmccorm@mtu.edu, at the Career Center.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.michiganvirtualjobfair.org</guid>
		<pubDate>Mar. 26, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>USPTO Job Fair</title>
		<link>http://www.usptocareers.gov/jobfair</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> Candidates with a minimum of a four-year degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering and Physics.</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Mar. 31, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The US Patent &amp; Trademark Office (USPTO) will host a Patent Examiner Job Fair in Detroit, MI on March 31, 2007.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.usptocareers.gov/jobfair</guid>
		<pubDate>Mar. 15, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Xorantech Career Fair Open House</title>
		<link>http://www.xorantech.com/careers</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Mar. 21, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>Saturday, March 24th 10am -2pm, Xoran Technologies will be having an open house in Ann Arbor, MI.  You will need to register by emailing your resume to cerickson@xorantech.com.  See the website for more details.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.xorantech.com/careers</guid>
		<pubDate>Mar. 15, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Great Lakes Collegiate Job Fair</title>
		<link>http://jobsearch.nmu.edu/events/uglcjf/uglcjfwebpage.php</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Mar. 21, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The <a href="http://jobsearch.nmu.edu/events/uglcjf/uglcjfwebpage.php">Upper Great Lakes Collegiate Job Fair</a> is being held this year at Northern Michigan University, Wednesday March 21 from 1:00-4:00PM in the Great Lakes Room of the NMU University Center.  Companies in attendance include Disney, Wells Fargo, Northern Star Industries Inc, and more.  Visit the <a href="http://jobsearch.nmu.edu/events/uglcjf/uglcjfwebpage.php">website </a>for more information.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://jobsearch.nmu.edu/events/uglcjf/uglcjfwebpage.php</guid>
		<pubDate>Mar. 8, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Space Career Fair</title>
		<link>http://www.spacecareerfair.org/</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Apr. 12, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The Space Career Fair is open to college students in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and business administration or for transitioning military. Combine your education and talents with your interest in space and take advantage of a dynamic networking lunch and exceptional speakers. This event is hosted by the Space Foundation, its corporate members and sponsoring companies.

Whether you are a college student or transitioning military discover how to make the best of your career by attending the premier gathering of aerospace professionals!</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.spacecareerfair.org/</guid>
		<pubDate>Mar. 5, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Women of Wind Energy</title>
		<link>http://www.womenofwindenergy.org</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Apr. 15, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>Women of Wind Energy (WoWE) is a peer networking group of female
professionals working in the wind energy industry. Each
year WoWE sponsors one or more female students to attend the national
WINDPOWER Conference &amp; Exhibition.  This year's conference will be held
June 3-6 in Los Angeles, California.  Visit the website for more information.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.womenofwindenergy.org</guid>
		<pubDate>Feb. 26, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Van Andel Research Institute</title>
		<link>http://www.vai.org/research/trainingprograms/studentinternship.aspx</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> College students must have completed at least one year (equivalent to 24 credit hours), be enrolled in a science-related degree program, and have at least a 3.0 GPA. Spring 2007 graduates with a bachelor's degree are eligible to apply for the program; however, students currently enrolled in a master's program or recent graduates of a master's program are not eligible.</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Mar. 2, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The Summer 2007 Frederik and Lena Meijer Student Internship Program is designed to provide college students an opportunity to be mentored by professionals in their chosen field, use state-of-the-art equipment and technology, and learn valuable interpersonal and presentation skills.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.vai.org/research/trainingprograms/studentinternship.aspx</guid>
		<pubDate>Feb. 26, 2007</pubDate>
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	<item>
		<title>SIBS</title>
		<link>http://www.uab.edu/sibs</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> Program is open to sophomore and junior undergraduate students interested in pursuing careers in the biomedical sciences.</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Mar. 15, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>Summer in Biomedical Science Undergraduate Research Program.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.uab.edu/sibs</guid>
		<pubDate>Jan. 31, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Budweiser Conservation Scholarship Program</title>
		<link>http://www.nfwf.org/programs/budscholarship/index.cfm</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> To be eligible for consideration, a student must be a United States
citizen at least 21 years of age and enrolled in an accredited
institution of higher education in the United States pursuing a graduate
or undergraduate degree (sophomores and juniors in the current academic
year only) in environmental science, natural resource management,
biology, public policy, geography, political science, or related
disciplines. Recipients are eligible for one year of scholarship support. </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Apr. 16, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>Anheuser-Busch and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation are seeking
applications for the 2007 Budweiser Conservation Scholarship Program,
which seeks to support the next generation of leaders by providing
scholarships to eligible graduate and undergraduate students who are
poised to make a significant contribution to the field of conservation.
<br/>
Through the program, ten scholarships of up to $10,000 each will be
awarded to cover students' expenses for tuition, fees, books, room and
board, and other direct expenses related to their studies. Awards will
be made based on merit and will take into consideration the student's
academic achievements and their ability and commitment to develop
innovative solutions that are designed to address real and pressing
issues affecting the conservation of natural resources. Specific areas
of interest in 2007 include innovative research or study addressing the
conservation of fish, wildlife, plants and their habitats, water
conservation and watershed management, and conservation of natural
resources through waste minimization, recycling, and litter prevention.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.nfwf.org/programs/budscholarship/index.cfm</guid>
		<pubDate>Jan. 25, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>DOE Summer Opportunity</title>
		<link>http://orise.orau.gov/doescholars/</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> U.S. citizen 18 years or older.
An undergraduate, graduate, or recent graduate of an accredited institute of higher education. 
Minimum overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.9</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Jan. 31, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>See the webpage.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://orise.orau.gov/doescholars/</guid>
		<pubDate>Jan. 19, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Summer 2007 Internship Opportunity - Int&amp;'l Space Station</title>
		<link>http://www.spaceadventures.com</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> Candidates should be pursuing a degree in engineering or science.</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Apr. 1, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>Space Adventures, the world&#039;s premiere space experiences company, is seeking a highly motivated undergraduate or graduate student for a summer 2007 internship.  The intern will report to the Program Development division&#039;s Principal Engineer.  Duties will be dynamic but will primarily focus on International Space Station research and experiment opportunities.  Candidates should be pursuing a degree in engineering or the sciences; candidates with knowledge of International Space Station research are highly encouraged to apply.  Candidates should be available mid-May to mid-August but timeframe is flexible. Hourly rate will be commensurate with experience.  Please email resume and cover letter to jobs@spaceadventures.com with &quot;Program Development Internship&quot; in the subject line.  </li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.spaceadventures.com</guid>
		<pubDate>Jan. 16, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Nissan-World Wildlife Fund Environmental Leadership Program</title>
		<link>http://www.worldwildlife.org/nissanleaders</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> Enrolled in B.S. program in a participating university. Students must be in their junior year and completing their degrees in either the spring or fall of 2008. Applicants must be 25 years or younger at the time of application and have a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.25. 
</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Mar. 5, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>Nissan North America and World Wildlife Fund (WWF) are pleased to announce the 2007 Nissan-WWF Environmental Leadership Program.  This program identifies and empowers diverse young leaders on US college and university campuses to become strong and effective advocates for an environmentally sustainable future. This year we will select 16 outstanding undergraduate students with strong leadership skills
and a commitment to environmental progress to participate in the program.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.worldwildlife.org/nissanleaders</guid>
		<pubDate>Jan. 15, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Langley Aerospace Research Summer Scholars Program</title>
		<link>http://research.nianet.org/larss</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> A great opportunity for undergraduate juniors and seniors, and graduate
students who are pursuing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and
Mathematics) disciplines of interest to Langley Research Center, and other
majors that lend support to NASA&#039;s mission,  such as Business
Administration, Management, Journalism, Accounting, and Media Arts.</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Feb. 1, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The Langley Aerospace Research Summer Scholars (LARRS) Program allows students the opportunity to participate in hands-on research working side-by-side with NASA Langley Research Center&#039;s finest engineers,researchers, and scientists or other Mission support project leaders during a ten-week summer internship.  Eligible applicants must be US citizens, full-time students, and have a GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.  The deadline is February 1, 2007. </li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://research.nianet.org/larss</guid>
		<pubDate>Jan. 10, 2007</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>DHS Scholarship and Fellowship Program</title>
		<link>http://www.orau.gov/dhsed/</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> Must be a U.S. citizen. Passport or Birth Certificate required.
Undergrads should apply as SOPHOMORES or early JUNIORS.
Graduate scholarships are for SENIORS or CURRENT GRAD students who do not
already have a graduate degree (look for their specifics on how much longer you must have before you get your grad degree). </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Jan. 23, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>FIELDS: physical sciences, mathematical sciences, computer and  
information sciences, life sciences, social sciences, psychology, and engineering. </li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.orau.gov/dhsed/</guid>
		<pubDate>Dec. 28, 2006</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>SMART Defense Scholarship</title>
		<link>http://www.asee.org/smart</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> Undergraduate and graduate students, and doctoral students.</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Feb. 5, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The program offers scholarships and fellowships to undergraduate,
graduate and doctoral students in the following disciplines:

Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering,
Aerospace Engineering
Biosciences and Physiology
Chemical Engineering
Chemistry
Civil Engineering
Cognitive, Neural, Behavioral Sciences and Psychology
Computer and Computational Sciences
Electrical Engineering
Geosciences
Materials Science and Engineering
Mathematics, Operations Research
Mechanical Engineering
Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering
Oceanography
Physics,
Physical Sciences 

See the website for more details.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.asee.org/smart</guid>
		<pubDate>Dec. 20, 2006</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Simon Fellowship</title>
		<link>http://www.isi.org/programs/fellowships/simon.html</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> Graduating seniors</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Feb. 15, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The Simon Fellowship is a $40,000 unrestricted cash grant awarded to those graduating college seniors who have demonstrated passion, dedication, a high capacity for self-direction, and originality in pursuit of a goal that will strengthen civil society. In addition, two $5,000 cash awards are made to two other outstanding students.

</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.isi.org/programs/fellowships/simon.html</guid>
		<pubDate>Dec. 14, 2006</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>National Defense Science and Engineering</title>
		<link>http://www.asee.org/ndseg/</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> Majoring in Bio/physical sciences, engineering, and cognitive sciences.  Must apply in senior year.</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Jan. 8, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowship program.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.asee.org/ndseg/</guid>
		<pubDate>Dec. 8, 2006</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Summer Transportation Internship Program for Diverse Groups</title>
		<link>http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/education/stipdg.htm</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> Graduate and Undergraduates students</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Dec. 29, 2006</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The US Department of Transportation's 2007 Summer Transportation Internship Program for Diverse Groups is now accepting applications for the internship period of June 4 - Aug 10. Applications must be postmarked by Dec 29. Program and application information is available at http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/education/stipdg.htm
The program is open to graduate and undergraduate students.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/education/stipdg.htm</guid>
		<pubDate>Dec. 7, 2006</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>NIH/Oxford/Cambridge Scholars Program</title>
		<link>http://gpp.nih.gov/Applicants/ProspectiveStudents/AppInfoProspective.htm</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> Outstanding students who intend to undertake PhD and MD/PhD studies in biomedical research.</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Jan. 8, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The NIH/Oxford/Cambridge Scholars Program selects extraordinarily talented students who are dedicated to pursuing careers in biomedical research.  The National Institutes of Health, Oxford University and Cambridge University have partnered to provide a unique training experience for exceptionally talented students.
Those in the NIH/Oxford/Cambridge Scholars Program are from many backgrounds.  Aside from the usual undergraduate biomedical studies, there are Scholars with engineering, physics, math, computer science and other majors. NIH/Oxford/Cambridge Scholars come from large and small colleges and universities across America.  Among the ranks of current NIH/Oxford/Cambridge Scholars are those who also hold the distinction of being Rhodes, Marshall, Churchill, Fulbright, Gates, Goldwater, and Howard Hughes Scholars. </li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://gpp.nih.gov/Applicants/ProspectiveStudents/AppInfoProspective.htm</guid>
		<pubDate>Dec. 4, 2006</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>James Madison Scholarship</title>
		<link>http://www.jamesmadison.com</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Mar. 1, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>$24,000 over two years for students to take a Master's degree in history, political science, or education. Recipients are required to teach American history, American govt, or social studies at the secondary level for at least one year after completing their Masters. </li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.jamesmadison.com</guid>
		<pubDate>Dec. 1, 2006</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Institute for Responsible Citizenship Summer Program</title>
		<link>http://www.i4rc.org</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> </li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Feb. 1, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The Institute for Responsible Citizenship is currently accepting
applications for its summer program
at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. Each summer, twelve of the most promising young minority male college
sophomores in the country (possibly 24 this coming summer) are given the chance to travel to the nation's capital and engage in prestigious internships while taking rigorous classes at Georgetown.  If this interests you, please visit the website for more information</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.i4rc.org</guid>
		<pubDate>Nov. 29, 2006</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>SURF Competition Open</title>
		<link>http://www.admin.mtu.edu/research/vpr/surf/</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> MTU Undergraduates</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Jan. 26, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>The competition for the 2007 Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship
is now open.  Open to all Tech undergraduates who have at least one
more semester at Tech to go after the summer. </li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.admin.mtu.edu/research/vpr/surf/</guid>
		<pubDate>Nov. 27, 2006</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Goldwater Scholarship</title>
		<link>http://www.act.org/goldwater/</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> Sophmores or Juniors</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Jan. 15, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>Sophomores and juniors,
We are seeking applicants for the Goldwater Scholarship,
the most prestigious award an undergraduate in sciences, math, or
engineering, can win in the US. Interested students should make an
appointment before Winter break with Dr. Mary Durfee by
calling/emailing Jane Waters at 487-2440, jewaters@mtu.edu.
<br/><br/>
Particulars:
Must be a US citizen, resident alien, or US national
At least a 3.7 overall GPA
HAVE ALREADY had research experiences
For best results, the student should have a peer-reviewed publication
or at least serious poster presentations. </li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.act.org/goldwater/</guid>
		<pubDate>Nov. 15, 2006</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Presidential Management Fellows Program</title>
		<link>http://www.pmf.opm.gov/HowToApply.aspx</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> Graduate students</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Nov. 30, 2006</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>This highly selective, rigorous leadership program recruits outstanding masters', law, or doctoral-level students for a two-year developmental fellowship at various Federal agencies.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.pmf.opm.gov/HowToApply.aspx</guid>
		<pubDate>Nov. 15, 2006</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>IT Job Fair</title>
		<link>http://www.camw.org</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> Students who are interested in gaining employment in an IT company.</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Nov. 30, 2006</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>On Thursday, November 30, Capital Area Michigan Works! and LINC, an IT development association, are hosting an Employer Expo in Lansing to help local information technology companies connect with qualified job seekers.  The event will be from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Lansing Center in downtown Lansing, 333 E. Michigan Ave.</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.camw.org</guid>
		<pubDate>Nov. 15, 2006</pubDate>
	</item>
	<item>
		<title>Glamour's Top College Women</title>
		<link>http://www.glamour.com</link>
		<description>
		<ul>
			<li><b>Who:</b> Any woman who is a full-time junior</li>
			<li><b>Due:</b> Feb. 12, 2007</li>
			<li><b>Details:</b></li>
			<li>Leadership experience, campus/community involvement, academic excellence, unique and inspiring goals</li>
		</ul>
		</description>
		<guid>http://www.glamour.com</guid>
		<pubDate>Nov. 15, 2006</pubDate>
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