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Summer Program for Undergraduate Research
Applications are closed for summer 2009
The selection process for 2009 is complete. If you have not been contacted by a program representative, unfortunately, you were not selected to participate in 2009.
Program runs May 26- August 1, 2009. Exceptions are made for students enrolled in an undergraduate institution run on a three semester program.
The Summer Program for Undergraduate Research (SPUR) provides the opportunity for students to learn first-hand the potential of the biomedical sciences as an interesting and fulfilling career. The SPUR program provides laboratory experience in science, in which the undergraduate works with graduate faculty, students, and staff on significant ongoing basic science research issues. This program is primarily intended for students interested in a PhD degree in biomedical sciences. We also encourage applicants interested in obtaining a dual degree (MD and PhD) to apply. For interested applicants with a GPA of 3.5 or greater, we will arrange for a regularly scheduled "shadowing experience" with MCW clinical faculty and interaction with our current dual degree students. Space for "shadowing" is limited to a first come, first serve basis for those students who qualify. Finally for applicants interested in Neuroscience, a two day lecture and dissection course entitled "The Human Brain" will be offered.
Eligibility
Current freshmen, sophomores, and juniors with a background in science and an interest in graduate school are encouraged to apply. Applications will be reviewed based on academic records, academic interests, personal statements, and two letters of recommendation and official school transcripts. A GPA of 3.2 or higher will be given first preference. Previous laboratory experience is not required, although letters of recommendation from instructors and advisors that establish a high level of interest in the sciences will be used to evaluate candidates. Applicants will choose three (3) Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences programs (in order of preference). Individual faculty will review the preferences of the applicant, the applicant's credentials and then select an applicant best suited for their laboratory.
Deadlines
SPUR applications are submitted online. Completed applications, 2 letters of recommendations and official transcripts must be received or postmarked no later than February 15, 2009. Transcripts must note they are intended to reach the SRUR program. Failure to note SPUR on the transcript may result in delay or failure to process. You are notified via email when applications are complete. If you are selected to participate you will be required to complete a background check prior to an official offer of acceptance. Applicants selected to participate in the program will be notified via US Post. Selection process is underway. The process will take at least 4 weeks to be finalized.
Awards
Selected applicants will receive a stipend for a full-time commitment of 10 weeks. The stipend for 2009 is $3500. Housing will be provided for students living outside the greater Milwaukee area. The housing is provided in addition to the stipend. Housing is located just minutes away from MCW campus.
Health Insurance
Once all candidates are selected to participate a web address will be provided where more information on documentation, orientation and the summer agenda will be provided. Please note; all selected applicants are required to show proof of health insurance prior to beginning their summer research. Additional medical records and requirements are necessary for student that qualify for "shadowing". This information includes, and is not limited to, child immunization records, HIPPA training and confidentiality agreements.
Inquiries
Summer Program for Undergraduate Research
Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences
Medical College of Wisconsin
8701 Watertown Plank Road
Milwaukee, WI 53226-0509
Please call (414) 456-4407, or e-mail spur@mcw.edu with any questions.
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