Sunday, November 28, 2010

Week 10 Announcements

Hey fellow Bruin,

      We hope you enjoyed a well deserved Thanksgiving break, and that your preparation for finals is going great! We wish you the very best of luck for your finals!

This week:
  • Blizzard Applications available
  • Kaplan Graduate School Infosession
  • Engineers as Teachers Outreach Program
Upcoming Events:
  • S-PAVe (Student Professional Awareness Venture)
  • BME Biotech Competition

This week:
1.
Kaplan Graduate School Infosession
Date:
Monday, Nov 29th
Location:
Eng V 2101
Time:
6pm
Description:
Come and hear from Kaplan about Graduate school test preparation and the application process. Food will be provided.

2. Blizzard Internships are now available online at ur.blizzard.com


3.
Engineers as Teachers Outreach Program
Date:
For Winter Quarter
Description:
Iridescent, a non-profit LA-based science education organization is looking for science and engineering student volunteers (undergrad and grad) to pilot an "Engineers as Teachers" program in Winter quarter 2011.  Come showcase your technical knowledge by teaching simple science topics to children and families!

Participants will meet the weekend following 2nd week (January 15) for an information session and crash course in teaching family science programs and, during the month of February, will teach a 4-week (one evening per week) science class to elementary school students and their families.  A second session for March is currently being developed and will encompass more school sites. 

Lesson plans for various topics have already been developed, but you may need to tweak the lessons to make them better before presenting them at the classes.

If you are interested in this new program, please complete the form at the following link: https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dFZBdUg5dF9rWnRyOVpUaHM3bndfYkE6MQ
Contact Renee Green, the Iridescent UCLA coordinator for any questions.
renee.m.green@ucla.edu 
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Upcoming Events:

1.
S-PAVe (Student Professional Awareness Venture)
Date:
Saturday, January 22nd
Location:
Rolfe Hall
Time:
10am
Description:
 S-PAVe is an IEEE event that will be hosted at UCLA on Saturday, January 22nd, 2011.  The topic of our S-PAVe will be focused mainly on Career Growth, and the advancement of careers in the workplace.  This can range from recognizing the importance of grad school and certifications, or other topics such as switching from technical positions to management.

Our agenda for S-PAVe will last roughly half a day, from 10AM until 3:30PM.  We will have experienced, noteworthy speakers, workshops related to Career Growth, and technical demos from companies on display.  Food will be provided, and networking possibilities with companies will be available.  Look forward to additional details!

2.
BME Bio-Tech Competition
Date:
Saturday, February 5, 2011
Deadline:
Abstract of 50 to 500 words submitted for judging before January 24, 2011.
Description:
      If you want to challenge yourself by writing a theme paper, check out the IEEE BME Biotech Student Competition at USC.

     The student shall present a brief overview of the basic concept, either a totally new idea or a conceptual modification to an existing item or system, by using  Biomedical, and/or Biochemical, Electrical, Electronic, or related techniques to assist a persons’ disability or to improve a persons’ ability to manage tasks that usually require assistance. 

    If interested, please email to Dr. Chris Druzgalski at druz@ieee.org. Include the following information: Name and address of the participant, tentative area or anticipated title of the entry.
Awards: $1,000 (First Place), $500 (Second) and $200 (Third and Fourth Place)




Best of luck on your finals!
UCLA IEEE

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Sunday, November 21, 2010

Week 9 Announcements

Hey fellow Bruin,

      There are only a few days left before Thanksgiving! But before you take off for a refreshing break from the quarter, please remember that we will be having our final General Meeting for the quarter this Tuesday. This meeting will be about Pathways. We hope to see you there! 
     Here are this week's announcements.

This week:
  • General Meeting# 4: Pathways
  • Blizzard Applications available
  • Kaplan Graduate School Infosession
Upcoming Events:
  • BME Biotech Competition

This week:

1.
UCLA IEEE General Meeting# 4: Pathways
Date:
Tuesday, November 23rd
Location:
Boelter 4760
Time:
6-8pm
Description:
Unsure of what Pathway to pursue for Electrical Engineering? Want to find out more from students who have taken the Pathways? For our next General Meeting we will have upperclass students from the three different EE options talk about what Pathway they took, and what they thought about it. Don't miss out on this great opportunity to hear your fellow students speak about their experience, and learn more about Pathways and which Pathway may be right for you! Free food will be provided as always.



2. Blizzard Internships are now available online at ur.blizzard.com


3.
Kaplan Graduate School Infosession
Date:
Monday, Nov 29th
Location:
Eng V 2101
Time:
6pm
Description:
Come and hear from Kaplan about Graduate school test preparation and the application process. Food will be provided.

Upcoming Events:

1.
BME Bio-Tech Competition
Date:
Saturday, February 5, 2011
Deadline:
Abstract of 50 to 500 words submitted for judging before January 24, 2011.
Description:
      If you want to challenge yourself by writing a theme paper, check out the IEEE BME Biotech Student Competition at USC.

     The student shall present a brief overview of the basic concept, either a totally new idea or a conceptual modification to an existing item or system, by using  Biomedical, and/or Biochemical, Electrical, Electronic, or related techniques to assist a persons’ disability or to improve a persons’ ability to manage tasks that usually require assistance. 

    If interested, please email to Dr. Chris Druzgalski at druz@ieee.org. Include the following information: Name and address of the participant, tentative area or anticipated title of the entry.
Awards: $1,000 (First Place), $500 (Second) and $200 (Third and Fourth Place)




Have a great Thanksgiving!
UCLA IEEE

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Sunday, November 14, 2010

Week 8 Announcements

Hey fellow Bruin,

      Hope you've had a great midterm season, and you're eagerly looking forward to the finals, and winter break of course! Thanks for everyone who came out for our General Meeting# 3. Don't forget to check out the photos on Picasa.
     Here are this week's announcements.

This week:
  • Blizzard Applications available
Upcoming Events:
  • General Meeting# 4
  • BME Biotech Competition


This week:
Blizzard Internships are now available online at ur.blizzard.com

Upcoming Events:

1.
BME Bio-Tech Competition
Date:
Saturday, February 5, 2011
Deadline:
Abstract of 50 to 500 words submitted for judging before January 24, 2011.
Description:
      If you want to challenge yourself by writing a theme paper, check out the IEEE BME Biotech Student Competition at USC.

     The student shall present a brief overview of the basic concept, either a totally new idea or a conceptual modification to an existing item or system, by using  Biomedical, and/or Biochemical, Electrical, Electronic, or related techniques to assist a persons’ disability or to improve a persons’ ability to manage tasks that usually require assistance. 

    If interested, please email to Dr. Chris Druzgalski at druz@ieee.org. Include the following information: Name and address of the participant, tentative area or anticipated title of the entry.
Awards: $1,000 (First Place), $500 (Second) and $200 (Third and Fourth Place)
For more information visit: http://ewh.ieee.org/r6/lac/embs/BMEBIOTECH/index.html



Have a great week ahead!
UCLA IEEE

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Sunday, November 7, 2010

Week 7 Announcements

Hey fellow Bruin,

     We hope your weeks have been amazing so far! This week's events have been planned keeping in mind that enrollment for the next quarter is round the corner.

This week:
  • EE Townhall
  • General Meeting# 3: Class Planning Workshop
This week:

1.
EE Townhall
Date:
November 8th 
Location:
Shannon Room (ENGR IV 54-134)
Time:
6pm
Description:
The meeting will be a great opportunity for students to learn about the department and let their voices to be heard by the chairman, counselor, and faculties.

  Fill out this form to be entered in a raffle:
https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dGZBOGdqZF83Mm1wdDlZN28yeEVSb3c6MQ

2.
General Meeting# 3: Class Planning Workshop
Date:
November 10th 
Location:
Boelter 4760
Time:
6pm
Description:
Confused about the right classes to take next quarter? Don't worry as we will have an EE Academic Counselor help you out in our Class Planning workshop this week! Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to get professional help planning out your schedules for the coming quarter and to enjoy some free food while you’re at it.
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Have a great week ahead!
UCLA IEEE

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Monday, November 1, 2010

Week 6 Announcements

Hey folks!

      We have a great list of events planned out for this week, including a NATCAR meeting today. Don't forget that the deadline for the General Board Signups is November 3rd. This will be a great experience for anyone interested in future officer positions.
     Thanks for everyone who came out for our Halloween Social! Don't forget to check out the pictures on Picasa.

This week:
  • NATCAR General Meeting
  • Lockheed Martin Cyber Security Challenge 
  • Deadline: General Board Signups
  • EE Townhall
Upcoming Events:
  • BME BioTech Competition


This week:
1.
NATCAR General Meeting
Date:
Today, 1st November
Location:
Faraday Room (Eng IV, 67-124)
Time:
8pm
Description:
Get involved in one of IEEE’s hands on projects! Come meet your new team members and plan out the next few weeks!


2.
Lockheed Martin Cyber Security Challenge
Date:
November 4th  
Location:
Boelter 4760
Time:
6pm
Description:
Want to take part in a Cyber Security Challenge? Brush up on your Cyber Security skills and form teams of 2-3 and to tackle the questions by Lockheed Martin. There's going to be food and prizes. May the best team win!


3.
General Board Signup
Date:
Deadline November 3rd
Description:
UCLA IEEE is having General Board Signups! We welcome you to apply. Apply to be part of the general board if you wish to work with an officer for our future events. There are plenty of events coming up, and we will need all hands on deck.
Click on this link to sign up!
https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dDhMdEZqajRISGFCdGFqSkw0eWxhV3c6MQ

To find out more about the officer you would like to work with view
https://docs.google.com/present/edit?id=0AQTj63xuDyvCZGd6M3NoM3pfMTJkbjZqYzZrcw&hl=en


4.
EE Townhall
Date:
November 8th  
Location:
Shannon Room (ENGR IV 54-134)
Time:
6pm
Description:
The meeting will be a great opportunity for students to learn about the department and let their voices to be heard by the chairman, counselor, and faculties.


Upcoming Events:
1.
BME Bio-Tech Competition
Date:
Saturday, February 5, 2011
Deadline:
Abstract of 50 to 500 words submitted for judging before January 24, 2011.
Description:
      If you want to challenge yourself by writing a theme paper, check out the IEEE BME Biotech Student Competition at USC.

    If interested, please email to Dr. Chris Druzgalski at druz@ieee.org. Include the following information: Name and address of the participant, tentative area or anticipated title of the entry.
Awards: $1,000 (First Place), $500 (Second) and $200 (Third and Fourth Place)
For more information visit: http://ewh.ieee.org/r6/lac/embs/BMEBIOTECH/index.html



Hopefully your midterms went great, and the very best of luck on any midterms remaining!
UCLA IEEE

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