Opportunities

Are you looking for ...

• ... mathematics-focused summer internships?
• ... mathematics research opportunities?
• ... volunteer opportunities in math?
• ... scholarships for mathematics students?

Announcements for current Augsburg students will be posted here, along with contact info if necessary. This page will be updated frequently, so check back often!

Additional links include:

• Augsburg Center for Service, Work, and Learning
• AugPost

• 10/9/09: NASA Space Grant Scholarships
• This scholarship program supports the advancement of academically focused undergraduates seeking professional careers in the natural sciences, especially space physics & engineering, mathematics, and science/mathematics education. 

  Sophomores, juniors, or seniors majoring in physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, computer science, or mathematics/science education are encouraged to apply.  You will need to show strong academic performance and leadership within your major area as well as an interest in contributing to NASA's mission.  Deadline is October 23, 2009. If you are interested, application packets can be found on Augnet through Facstaff/Physics/Engebret/public/NASA programs/Scholarship Forms.  Please also see one of the Math Department Faculty for more information.
  CATEGORY: Scholarships
  

• 9/24/09: Summer Fellowship 
• The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Mass Media Science & Engineering Fellowship seeks to increase communication skills in student scientists. From grant writing to interaction with their community, today's young scientists must also be able science communicators. The Fellowship places senior undergraduate and graduate science, engineering and mathematics students at media sites nationwide to work as science reporters for ten weeks. Past sites include the Chicago Tribune, NPR and Scientific American. There is a $4500 stipend plus travel expenses. Deadline is January 15, 2010. If you are interested, more information can be found here.  Please also see one of the Math Department Faculty for more information.
  CATEGORY: Post-graduate opportunities

• 9/24/09: Graduate School Bridge Program
• The Nebraska IMMERSE program is for graduating seniors to strengthens your preparation before you enter their first year of graduate study in mathematics. The program runs from June 14 to August 23, 2010. Room, board, travel support, and stipends are available for participants. If you are interested, more information can be found here. Please also see one of the Math Department Faculty for more information.
  CATEGORY: Post-graduate opportunities

• 9/24/09: Undergraduate Women in Mathematics Conference
• The Nebraska Conference for Undergraduate Women in Mathematics Conference is taking place at University of Nebraska-Lincoln January 29-31, 2010. This conference is open to all women undergraduate math majors. Support is available to cover local expenses (lodging and meals). If you are interested, more information can be found here. Registration is December 4. Please also see one of the Math Department Faculty for more information.
  CATEGORY: Conference Opportunities

• 9/21/09: Biostatistics open house.
• The U of MN Biostatistics Graduate Program is hosting an open house for potential students on Friday, October 9, 2009 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. If you are interested in post-graduate studies in biostatistics, this is a great program to check out. Pre-registration is required by October 6. More info can be found here.
  CATEGORY: Post graduate opportunities