Summer Undergraduate Research Educators (SURE)

Congratulations to the 10 SUREs who successfully complete the four-week intensive SURE summer program.

(The SURE program T-shirt for group activities)

The SUREs completed their educational research with the partnership of the summer programs at Morehouse and Spelman Campuses. 

(The picture was taken by Dr. Payne, the faculty in Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry.)

In the Wrap-up presentation, the 10 SUREs shared the findings in their educational research they conducted. The audiences were consisted of the faculty members, program directors, cooperating teachers, and administrative assistants. 

We hope that some of you will return to the Education Studies Program for STEM teacher certification to learn more about the art of teaching!!

STEM Undergraduate Research Educator Orientation

Spelman's STEM Undergraduate Research Educator (SURE) Program kicks off today!

This year we are collaborating with the College Preparation Institute (CPI) at Spelman College and two summer STEM programs taking place at Morehouse.

The SURE fellows will work closely with 6-12 graders with project-based learning as well as college prep. activities.

Let's welcome our 10 SUREs to the summer program!

"It's SURE greatness!" 

UTA Application Deadline: midnight on November 6th

SSTEP (Spelman's STEM Teacher Education Pipeline) Undergraduate Teaching Assistant (UTA) Application Form

General Information:
Spelman's STEM Teacher Education Pipeline (SSTEP) Undergraduate Teaching Assistant (UTA) position will allow students to gain an early experience in the STEM classroom. The role of a UTA can range from: working with small groups of students in classroom, teaching mini-lessons to the class, as well as providing tutoring sessions for students to attend.UTA Requirements:
•Applicant must be a freshman or sophomore Spelman STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) major interested in a career in secondary school science or mathematics education (Note: Depending on availability, juniors and seniors may also be accepted. First preference will be given to freshman and sophomore mathematics, chemistry, or physics majors).
• A U.S. citizen
•A minimum grade point average of 2.7.
•Receive a B or better in designated course for which the UTA will be assigned to for the semester (exemption by the placement test or transfer credits are also acceptable).
UTA Responsibilities:
•Bi-weekly reflections on classroom experiences
•Hold weekly tutoring hours for students
•Meet with faculty mentor 3 times a semester
•Attend designated class sessions at least twice a week
•Meet as a group with the other UTAs twice a semester
(Reduced responsibilities for those who are taking EDU206 Orientation to Education)
Application Components:
•Completed application form (form is available below)
•One copy of applicant's unofficial academic transcript (If freshman, provide midterm grades for Fall 2014 accessible through Banner)
Stipend: $1500 for Spring 2016 semester

http://goo.gl/forms/O4wl3MD9Dk

pre-UTAs in Diversity Summit hosted by Education Studies Program

The pre-UTAs had a good time at the Diversity Summit today.

Big thanks to Educational Studies Program and Young Harris faculty and participants.

It's our hope that students will walk out of the summit and think of diversity in education differently!

Professor  Brown and her "elephant" activity

Ms. Sain sharing her experience

Professor Richardson and her gender equity session

Professor Wever and his personal journey activity

Ms. Gordon posed a question for the keynote speaker about equity.

Teaching Opportunities for Spelman Seniors

Dear Senior Spelmanites,

I have received increasing inquiry about the opportunities for advanced educational degree after graduation. Here are some opportunities you might want to consider:

1. Woodruff Wilson Teaching Fellowship:

Some of you could be the perfect fit for the Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship, a pioneering program that prepares outstanding teachers for the schools that need them most.
 
The Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship, now offered in Georgia, Indiana and New Jersey, recruits current seniors, recent grads, and alumni with backgrounds in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) to teach in high-need secondary schools. Fellows receive a generous stipend ($30,000-32,000) to complete a master's degree program that includes a full school year of experience in local high-need classrooms. In turn, you commit to teach for three years in high-need secondary urban or rural schools. You also get mentoring and support from both your universities and your schools throughout their three-year commitment.

I will encourage you to apply early—it’s a very competitive process. The 2015 Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship program offers three application deadlines: October 16, 2015 (Round 1); November 30, 2015 (Round 2); and January 31, 2016 (Round 3). They also offer webinars throughout the year for those interested in learning more about the program. You can learn more at woodrow.org/STEM.

2. Project Inspire (http://www.projectinspiretn.org/images/uploads/all/Checklist_for_Project_Inspire_Teacher_Residency_Application.pdf)

The benefits:
1. Earn a Master's in Curriculum & Instruction plus a teaching license in 15 months.
2. A highly competitive living stipend during the residency year ($22,100); for four years, earn $10,000 teaching stipend ON TOP OF your salary while fulfilling program commitment.
3. Receive four years of coaching support and professional development.

Candidacy Process:  Apply online and submit required materials. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis monthly. Review dates for 2015-2016 are: October 2, November 1, November 30, December 15 (winter selection) and February 1, March 1 (spring selection)

3. UC Irvine-Summer Education Research Internship-HBCU (Deadline October 25th, 2015)
https://sites.google.com/a/uci.edu/uciseri/apply
1. 8 weeks educational research opportunity in UC, Irvine (Stipend $4000 with room and board)
2. Applicants must:

• be full-time students in their senior year at Spellman College or Jackson State University
• be interested in pursuing a graduate degree in an area related to education research
• have an overall GPA of 3.2 or higher

3. Application
To apply, please follow the instructions below. All materials (except for the application form under #1, which you will submit online) must be submitted by October 25th to the following email address:

1. Complete and submit the application for summer 2016 form here
2. Submit a curriculum vitae or resume
3. Submit unofficial transcripts
4. Ask a  faculty member at your institution to submit a letter of recommendation for you. Please have the faculty fill in this formand email the letter to Dr. Rossella Santagata @r.santagata@uci.edu
5. Submit recommendation waiver (use this form) 
6. Submit a personal statement explaining why you are interested in the SERI program. The statement should not exceed two typed, double-spaced pages, 12 pt. font and should include the following: educational goals, research interests, prior research experience (if applicable), and future professional and personal objectives. Also, please indicate if you have any particular experiences that qualify you to work with specific faculty mentors and any additional information that may aid the selection committee in evaluating your preparation, potential, and aptitude for graduate studies.Up to five student interns will be selected to participate in the program. Finalists and wait-listed students will be notified by November 15, 2015.

Again, feel free to email me if you need further advise: spelmanstep@gmail.com or schedule an appointment with me. I will be happy to assist you in the application process.

Attention Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics Majors

If you click on RSVP, we will keep you updated about the information session.

Here's the application form for pre-UTA (Deadline Friday 9/25): http://goo.gl/forms/H4fDDFaiHU  

 

SSTEP on Spelman Connection

Our summer program was publicized on Spelman Connection !