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Great list!  A must read!! RT @MarkSBabbitt: You're being judged! "40 Common Reasons Recruiters May Reject You" @CareerSherpa #HireMe #hiring http://ow.ly/HfktN

Call for Participation!! 3rd Annual Learning Science Workshop Research and Innovation for Enhancing Achievement and Equity http://www.learnlab.org/opportunities/summerworkshop.php June 14-15 Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh PA Applications Due  May 15, 2014 *No Cost To Attend*

Hurry!!!   #Scholarship applications for Tapia 2015 now open!  Deadline Sept 12. http://bit.ly/1kJVsGl #highered #STEM #shpe #LATISM #tech #paceU 

Hurry & apply - high school students!  Deadline  Feb 19th !!  "The Davidson Fellows Scholarship awards $50,000, $25,000 and $10,000 scholarships to extraordinary young people, 18 and under, who have completed a significant piece of work.  Application categories are Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Literature, Music, Philosophy and Outside the Box. Davidson Fellows are honored every year in Washington, D.C. with Congressional meetings and a special reception." See details:  http://www.davidsongifted.org/fellows/  (Thx Jennifer Argüello for sharing)

This is a great opportunity ... Hurry & apply now! "...... Eligibility Applicants to the 2014 Talbots Women's Scholarship Program must: Be women currently residing in the United States or Canada; Be women who earned a high school diploma or their GED on or before September 2004; Be enrolled or planning to enroll in full- or part-time undergraduate study at an accredited two-, three- or four-year college or university in the United States or Canada; Be attending the full 2014-15 academic year and receiving a degree no earlier than May 2015; and Have at least two semesters (24 credit hours or more) remaining to complete an undergraduate degree as of the beginning of the 2014 fall academic term. https://www.scholarshipamerica.org/talbotswomen/instructions.php Deadline:  January 20, 2014 For other opportunities see: http://www.fatomei.com/scholarships-for-women.html " Courtesy of: Dr. Jose Morales & Patricia. Thanks for sharing!! Mirkeya

2014-2015 XSEDE Scholars Program (XSP) Application "...., Are you interested in learning more about high performance computing (HPC) and the exciting and valuable digital resources available to research scientists for free?  If so, the XSEDE Scholars Program (XSP) is now accepting applications for its selective year-long program for U.S. students from underrepresented groups in the computing sciences to learn more about high performance computing and XSEDE resources. The focus is on the following underrepresented groups: African Americans, Hispanic/Latinos, Native Americans, and women. As a part of the XSP, you will:   -    Receive a travel grant to attend XSEDE 14 in Atlanta, Georgia   on July 13   – 18, 2014 ( https://conferences.xsede.org/xsede14 ). -  Meet other Scholars in special session at XSEDE14 and via an online community throughout the year. -  Join a select community of over 100 former XSEDE Scholars. -  Network wit...

Blue Waters Student #Internship Program. Applications Deadline: March 21, 2014. http://bit.ly/1bBrOAg #Engineering #computing #STEM #paceu ------  ".......  Deadline:  Friday, March 21 2014 . For more information, go to: http://bluewaters.ncsa.illinois.edu/internships/ . Blue Waters Student Internship Program is actively seeking faculty and students to participate in year-long student internship opportunities. Students in the program will gain experiences involving the application of high-performance computing to problems in science, mathematics or engineering. The program provides a student stipend for undergraduate participants totaling $5000, and a two-week intensive Petascale Institute in 2014 along with travel to the Blue Waters Symposium 2015 for both undergraduate and graduate students.   This program provides support for internship activities at any accredited degree granting institution in the United States. Faculty who would like to mentor an undergraduate ...

Apply for MIT Summer #Research Program 2014.  Application due by Jan 31, 2014. http://mit.edu/msrp  " This summer program seeks to identify talented college sophomores, juniors and non-graduating seniors from around the country who could benefit from spending a summer on MIT's campus, working in a research laboratory under the guidance of experienced scientists and engineers.  The program features supervision by an MIT faculty member and postdoctoral fellow or advanced graduate student; weekly seminars/workshops; preparation and delivery of a research poster; individual counseling on academic careers; hands-on training in active, "real-world" laboratories; and participation in social and cultural activities in the area.  Additional program details, applicant requirements, and the online application can be found on the web at  mit.edu/msrp . "

Check out MindMup, a web-based mind mapper tool you can use free. http://bit.ly/17YOESf #opensource #software 

Great opportunity!! See details below: "IBM Opportunities - Science & Engineering Student Outreach - Please Reply by Wednesday, November 27th  1) Ph.D students completing their education by Spring 2014 and looking for full time Research or Development opportunities or continuing students in the Fall of 2014 and looking for summer 2014 IBM Research or Development opportunities.  2) MS and BS students completing their education by Spring 2014 and looking for full time Development opportunities or continuing students in the Fall of 2014 and looking for summer 2014 IBM Development opportunities.  1) Send your resume/cv to davistb@us.ibm.com  2) Please advise if you are completing your education by Spring 2014, and looking for full time opportunities or if you are a continuing student in the Fall of 2014, therefore, looking for a summer internship in summer 2014.  3) Specify the Research or Development area of your education that is a match for you.  http://...

Gr8 article!  RT @YouTernMark: Leverage Blogging to Build Business Identity, Authority and Credibility http://goo.gl/A9FEh1 via @RebekahRadice 

Great opportunity for undergraduates, graduates, post doc, & research scientists.  See details below: " The workshop, scheduled for  February 10-11, 2014  at Clemson University in Clemson, South Carolina, is designed to inform, inspire and encourage participants to engage in the multidisciplinary dynamics of visualization. Who should apply:  undergraduates, graduate students, post-docs and research scientists with interests in visualization. The goal of the workshop is to broaden participation of women and underrepresented groups in visualization; however, all persons with an interest in visualization are encouraged to apply. Travel expenses (flight or mileage), meals and lodging costs will be provided for workshop participants. Application process opened October 1, 2013. All application materials must be submitted electronically by  November 29, 2013 All interested persons are encouraged to apply at  http://citi.clemson.edu/bpviz2014/ "

Latinas in computing, This year, LiC has two Lunchtime tables at GHC'13. Are you interested in moderating a topic at our community table?  The focus of the discussion is any topic related to technology. Please sign-up and add your topic no later than Wed, Sept. 25th. Google Docs: http://goo.gl/77ksi8

Spread the word!! If you know anyone ...deadline October 31, 2013 "Recipients of the NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing are selected for their outstanding capacity and interest in computing and technology, proven leadership ability, academic performance, and plans for post-secondary education. Students can apply online at http://www.aspirations.org . The Award closes on October 31, 2013, at 11:59 PM ET. Each National Award recipient receives: $500 cash a laptop computer a trip to attend the Bank of America Technology Showcase and Awards Ceremony in Charlotte, North Carolina on March 15, 2014 an engraved award for both the student and her school networking opportunities with Bank of America employees ..." RT @BlackGirlsCode: Calling all tech savvy HS girls - win $500, a laptop & more! http://bit.ly/1f8rFGA @BlackGirlsCode #GirlsInSTEM #tech 

Great opportunity for First-year College students! Apply for Google program: **The BOLD Immersion Program for Freshmen** This program is open to any major!! The deadline to apply is midnight PST on April 8,2013. Selected students will participate in an *all-expense-paid program at Google's Mountain View headquarters from July 23-27, 2013*. Hurry & apply!! More: http://bit.ly/egfgLy

IBM Opportunities - Science & Engineering Student Outreach - submit by Wednesday, December 19th (Courtesy of Dr. Jose Morales) An outreach program for the underrepresented group of Black, Hispanic and Native American students in Computer Science, Math, Statistics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Material Science and Chemistry. * Ph.D students completing their education by Spring 2013 and looking for full time Research opportunities or continuing students in the Fall of 2013 and looking for summer 2013 IBM Research opportunities. * MS and BS students completing their education by Spring 2013 and looking for full time Development opportunities or continuing students in the Fall of 2013 and looking for summer 2013 IBM Development opportunities. 1) Send me your resume/cv to me at davistb@us.ibm.com 2) Please advise me if you are completing your education by Spring 2013, and looking for full time opportunities or if you are a continuing student in the Fall of ...

Apply for Mickey Leland Fellowship Applications. A 10-Week Summer Internship Program for students who are pursuing degrees in science, technology (IT), engineering, or mathematics (STEM majors).  Applications accepted from November 16, 2012 through January 18, 2013.   This is a great opportunity you cannot miss!! I strongly encourage you to apply.... For more details:   http://goo.gl/X9DuU   (courtesy of Dr. Jose Morales)

Very Useful tips! As a mentor, I can relate ! RT @ManageAmericans: What should a Mentor/Mentee relationship look like? http://t.co/eOVY2foF