Watershed Student Opportunities

Watershed Student Opportunities
An Internet Hotlist on Student Opportunities

created by Jane Orbuch
San Lorenzo Valley High School

Introduction
In addition to using books and magazines to find out about Student Opportunitie, why not also use the power of the Internet? The links below will get you started.

The Internet Resources

Summer

Academic Connections at UCSD--July 8-28, 2007 - Academic Connections at the University of California, San Diego, is a pre-college summer academic and residential experience targeted to highly motivated, high achieving, college-bound high school students entering grades 10-12, to explore the best UCSD has to offer.
American Meteorological Society Internships-2007 - Travel, contests and click on internships for summer jobs.
At Sea: Marine Science and Technology Internships - Must be 18: This summer approximately ten to fifteen positions will be funded by the MATE Center for internships aboard sea-going research vessels that are part of the University National Oceanographic Laboratory System (UNOLS). Interns will work with marine technicians on shore and at sea, learning how to operate and maintain a variety of scientific and navigational equipment, and run a scientific research cruise
Camp Sea Lab - Not available for 2007, check back in 2008
Center for Excellence in Education - Research Science Institute/USA Biology Olympiad
Cosmos at UCSC: July 8-August 4, 2007 - COSMOS is a residential summer program for students in grades 8-12 where you will learn cutting edge science and make new friends while living on the beautiful UC Santa Cruz campus. Also at Davis and Irvine. Due 3/16/06 $2000 tuition--scholarships available
Earthwatch Student Opportunities - Every year, hundreds of talented high school and college students contribute their time, experience, and energy as Earthwatch volunteers. Student volunteers step beyond the classroom and become personally involved in field research. They work with leading scientists and gain first-hand experience in data collection techniques.
Monterey Bay Aquarium Volunteer Program - Listings of various volunteer openings, several positions and programs are seeking volunteers.
NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates - Students may not apply to NSF to participate in REU activities. Students apply directly to REU Sites and should consult the directory of active REU Sites on the Web at http://www.nsf.gov/crssprgm/reu/reu_search.cfm.
National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine--requires nomination - The National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine (NYLF/MED) introduces outstanding high school students to the ever-important world of medicine. Since 1993, the ten-day program has introduced students to professionals from some of the nation’s top medical centers and faculty from renowned institutions of learning. Currently, NYLF/MED takes place in the following key cities: Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Houston-Galveston, Los Angeles, New Orleans, Philadelphia, Phoenix-Tucson, San Francisco and Washington, D.C.
National Youth Science Camp: June 27-July 23 - The Office of the Secretary for Education is coordinating the selection of two highly qualified high school seniors to represent California at the National Youth Science Camp. The National Youth Science Camp® (NYSC®) is one of the nation's premier programs in secondary science education. Since its inception in 1963 as part of West Virginia's Centennial Celebration, the four-week summer program has offered educational forums and recreational activities that encourage the development of thoughtful scientific leadership. All expenses paid
Range and Natural Resources Camp - For 15-18 year olds to experience natural resources and learning with professionals: riparian, rangeland, wildlife management, projects, forestry, careers etc.
Research Science Institute--deadline Feb. 9, 2007 - June- August 2007. Each summer approximately 70 high school students gather for six of the most stimulating weeks of their young lives. Selected from the United States and other nations, these students participate in a rigorous academic program which emphasizes advanced theory and research in mathematics, the sciences, and engineering.
Seymour Center Volunteer Docents - Participants in our summer apprentice program, generally work one, four-hour, shift every week. Teens (ages 15 and up) and adults may apply for this program. Call Shauna Potocky at (831) 459-3854 or download and application from the website. Register today!
Stanford Medical Youth Science Program-June 24-July 29, 2007 - A science-based educational summer program for Northern California high school sophomores and juniors from low-income backgrounds. Aps due March 30, 2007
Summer Institute for the Gifted--app deadline May 1, 2007 - The Summer Institute for the Gifted is a unique and prestigious three-week residential or day, co-educational, summer program for academically talented students in grades one through eleven.
Summer Science Program-Aps due March 23, 2007 - The Summer Science Program that exposes academically gifted high school students to advanced topics in mathematics, physics, astronomy, and computer science. Unique in the world for its hands-on, practical approach, the Summer Science Program (SSP) challenges itsParticipants to determine the orbit of a minor planet using their own telescopic observations, measurements and software, working in teams of three.
Summer Workshop on Atmospheric, Earth and Space Science - The high school student workshop features an exciting four-day agenda in meteorology, astronomy, land remote sensing and geology. Participating students stay on campus and experience science education, research and technology through hands-on activities working directly with scientists, graduate students and professors. $450--sliding scholarships available. July 22-26 2007
Tall Ship Education Academy - Girls summer at sea, application deadline April 6, 2007. 6-Week Course: June 25-August 3, 2007 Land-based days run 9am to 5pm, Monday through Friday. At-sea days run 24 hours a day from July 9 to 27.
UCSB Summer Session Pre-College Programs-2007 - Programs include: early start, 1 +1 Academic and Enrichment Program, Environmental Mock Summit and Research Mentorship Program
Young Scholar Program at UC Davis--June 24-Aug 4, 2007 - The UC Davis Young Scholars Program is a summer residential research program designed to expose 40, high achieving high school sophomores and juniors to the world of original research in the biological, agricultural, and environmental sciences. Participants in the 2003 UCD-YSP will work one-on-one with faculty research faculty in state of the art laboratories for six weeks. Each student will work on an idividual project and prepare a journal quality paper and symposium presentation about their work. Due March 31 2006

Scholarships/Awards

Annies Environmental Studies Scholarship - Through our Environmental Studies scholarship program, we will award lucky and deserving students with $1000. This money can be used for tuition, books, and other educational expenses. Additional scholarship information is available on this website.
Apple Scholars - Ten high school seniors selected based on innovative use of technology in education. Win $ and computers.
Dolores E Fisher Award--due mid March - The Education Department of the Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Society is pleased to announce an award in horor of Dolores Fisher and her extraordinary achievements and strong interest in the oceans. The cash honorarium of $1000 and torphy/momento will be awarded by May 15th annually and will be given to a young woman age 16 to 30. Selection will be based on the criteria of character and potential.
Galileo Memorial Scholarship--Feb 28th 2007--deadline - The scholarship program awards range from $1,000 to $2,500. Any high school senior who intends to pursue a career in engineering, mathematics, or physical or natural sciences is eligible to apply. Past finalists have had grade point averages near 4.0, high SAT scores, and involvement in numerous extracurricular activities. Applicants must be either residents of the eight counties comprising the AIAA San Francisco Section (San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, and Solano) or children of NASA Ames Research Center civil service employees, retirees, or on-site contract employees.
Marine Technology Society Scholarship-Due April 16, 2007 - High school seniors who plan to study a marine science/engineering/technology field and who have been accepted into a full-time college curriculum
Presidents Environmental Youth Awards--deadline 10/31 - Since 1971, EPA has sponsored the President’s Environmental Youth Awards (PEYA). The program recognizes young people across America for projects which demonstrate their commitment to the environment. Young people in all 50 states and the U.S. territories are invited to participate in the program.
Questbridge - QuestBridge is a program that links bright, motivated low-income students with educational and scholarship opportunities at some of the nation's best colleges.
Young Eco Hero Awards--due Feb. 28, 2007 - Recognize individual accomplishment of young people (8-16) who have carreid out personal action projects to significantly imporve Earth's environments.

Other

Annals of Student Research - Students can publish their scientific research on the web!
Center for Talented Youth-John Hopkins University - This website is currently undergoing maintenance. 3/27/07
Congressional Award - The Congressional Award is a public partnership created by Congress to promote and recognize achievement, initiative, and service in America's youth. The Congressional Award provides a unique opportunity for young people to set and achieve personally challenging goals that build character and foster community service, personal development, and citizenship.
Elkhorn Slough Volunteering/Docents - Lend a helping hand, volunteer activities at Elkhorn Slough.
Enviromentors - EnvironMentors is an environment-based mentoring program aimed at preparing high school students for college programs and careers in science and environmental professions. The program is a collaborative effort of volunteer science and environmental professionals, aspiring high school students, science teachers, school administrators, government agencies, community organizations, foundations and businesses who generously support our work.
Expanding Your Horizons-UCSC March 4, 2007 - Conference for females interested in Science featuring hands-on science activiteis by professional and researchers in science and math.
Lead America--Conferences - LeadAmerica conferences help students recognize their potential by inspiring, educating and instilling in them ethical and principled leadership values, attitudes and skills.
Marine Technology Society Club -
Science Buddies, Science Fair Project Resources - Science Buddies is a non-profit organization empowering students from all walks of life to help themselves and each other develop a love of science and an understanding of the scientific method. With the help of our Mentors and Advisors, we help students improve their science skills and literacy, and we inspire them to consider additional study or careers in science.
Science Service - Science Service's mission is to advance public understanding and appreciation of science among people of all ages through publications and educational programs.
Woolman Semester - The Woolman Semester is a dynamic and innovative program for high school juniors and seniors who want to do something different for a semester, who want to make a difference in the world, and who are looking for a diverse living and learning experience where they can discover their own vision and purpose and be supported in pursuing it.

Contests

Alliance for Science High School Essay Contest - Topics: Climate and Evolution or Agriculture and Evolution. Submission Deadline 2/29/08
American Planning Association 07.08 High School Essay Contest - open to students who are juniors or seniors during the 2007-08 academic year. Each year, the first place winner will receive a $5,000 scholarship to the college or university he or she attends after graduation.
California Student Media and Multimedia Festivel--deadline April 16, 2007 - The Festival celebrates projects and learning with media and multimedia projects by students. There is no entry fee. Overall winners earn $1,000 awards.
Dupont Challenge - Your opportunity to write a 700-1000 word essay discussing a scientific or technological development, event or theory that has captured your interest and attention. The essay deadline is early in February.
Dupont Challenge 2009 - Science Essay Competition--
Exploravision awards - A contest for k-12 encourgaging students to combine thier imaginations with the tools of science to create and explore a vision of a future technology. Entries are due the end of January and award winners are announced early in March.
Junior Science and Humanities Symposium - March 15-17 at UC Davis
National Ocean Bowl - naugurated in 1998, the NOSB provides an educational forum for students to excel in math and science and receive national recognition for their diligence and talents. NOSB has proven that it can generate student interest and excitement about science and the oceans, giving young people a chance to examine marine science, both as an in-depth area of study and as a possible career.
Siemens Westinghouse Competition--deadline Oct 7, 2007 - The Siemens Foundation, in partnership with the College Board, established the Siemens Westinghouse Competition. The Competition promotes excellence by encouraging students to undertake individual or team research projects in science, mathematics, engineering, and technology, or in combinations of these disciplines.
The California Envirothon--April 25-27, 2007, Thousand Pines Camp - The California Envirothon is an outdoor natural resource education program for high school students grade 9-12. In the field, students are challenged to work as a team to answer written questions and conduct hands-on projects focusing on environmental issues. Students from all over California join together to explore the environment in five disciplines: Forestry, Wildlife, Aquatics, Soils and a current environmental issue. Registration due March 15, 2007
USA Biology Olympiad - The Mission of the USA Biology Olympiad is to encourage excellence in biology education throughout the United States. It propels American high school students and their teachers toward the gold standard in biology.
Young Epidemiology Scholars Competition_$50,000--Feb 8, 2008 - The future health of the American population depends in large part upon the knowledge and ability of our upcoming health leaders,practitioners and researchers. The Young Epidemiology Scholars (YES) competition for original student research is designed to inspire talented students to investigate the many behavioral, biological, environmental and social factors that affect health and, based upon this knowledge, to identify ways to improve the health of the public. The YES Competition offers college scholarship awards to high school juniors and seniors who conduct outstanding research projects that apply epidemiological methods of analysis to a health-related issue.
Young Naturalists Awards--Deadline April 1, 2007 - A research-based essay contest for students in grades 7-12 to promote participation and communication in science.

Status of Program unclear

Hutton Junior Fisheries Biology Program - Fifty-six students were chosen to participate in the 2006 Hutton Program. We hope to provide this enriching experience to even more students in 2007! Please visit the student or mentor page for a 2007 application. Questions? Contact the Hutton Program Coordinator Danielle Hawkins at (301) 897-8616 ext. 213 or
John D. Issacs Memorial Scholarship-$2,500--April 4, 2007 - The John D. Isaacs Memorial Scholarship was established in 1981 to recognize excellence in research by high school students, to encourage interest in marine science at the high school level, and to encourage pursuit of scholastic excellence in higher education.
NASA Sharp - This website is currently offline.

Content by Jane Orbuch, jorbuch@slvhs.slv.k12.ca.us
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Last revised Mon Aug 4 12:48:58 US/Pacific 2008