When you think of someone pursuing public policy, you might conjure up an image of a political science or public affairs student. CBS alumna Katherine Himes, however, wants to bring scientists into this notion.
This fall semester presents personal and professional challenges for every member of this community. No one is untouched by the incredible upheaval caused by this pandemic. We feel its effects keenly as a research university where labs are typically buzzing with faculty and students. Nevertheless, we adapt and move ahead when and where we can. Even as we continue to navigate constraints and uncertainties, there are bright spots that inspire optimism and hope as we find ways to advance our mission.
Tucked away in the basement of the Gortner Laboratory on the University’s St. Paul campus, the Biotechnology Resource Center (BRC) is easy to miss. But for nearly four decades, the center has been providing microbial cell production and downstream processing services to UMN researchers and industry partners.
First year students — get paired with a student who knows the ropes of CBS. They will answer questions, talk about their experiences in CBS and offer support/guidance on your journey.
Third/Fourth/Fifth year students — serve as a “buddy” for first-year students.
Applications due October 21, 2020. Apply at z.umn.edu/BioBuds2020
Organized by the CBS Student Board.
Join Charosa, Engineering World Health and the Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers, for a basic coding and machine learning workshop. This is targeted towards biological and other pre-health students with no experience in each.
The workshop is a 3 part series spanning held on October 14, 21 and 28 1from 6 - 7:30 p.m. CT. It is held via Zoom.
Start planning for your career in medicine during the CBS Pre-Health Career Week. Whether you plan to work in dentistry, medicine, pharmacy, public health, policy or beyond, you can take advantage of the programming available October 12-16.
Thursday, October 29, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. CT
Zoom Session Registration
Friday, October 9, 7-8:30 p.m. CT
Join via Zoom https://z.umn.edu/CBSGameNight
Start your career planning and preparations this fall and join in on a series of events during the CBS Career Exploration week October 5-8.