CSTEP Summer Program
For talented students who are looking ahead to a career in the allied health professions, the Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) has designed an exciting summer program. This summer program is sponsored by the New York State Department of Education, and seeks to identify talented underrepresented students whose academic careers would be enriched by conducting research under the tutelage of faculty members at the University at Buffalo. Participants will be better equipped to gain admission into graduate programs, thereby, addressing the critical shortage of licensed allied health professionals.
The CSTEP Summer Research Fellowship Program is a six-week program designed to enhance the competitiveness of students pursuing the allied health professions who belong to groups that have been historically underrepresented. The program will strengthen participants’ research skills and expose them to the rigors of graduate study. Students are individually matched with faculty to conduct research. In addition to research experience, students will participate in a research methods course, special seminars, and fieldtrips. At the end of the six-week program, students will present their research to their peers and faculty at a research poster forum.
Candidates should have at least sophomore status with the completion of at least one year of science coursework, and intend to pursue a New York State licensed health profession in Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Medicine, or Optometry. A history of academic excellence and a strong interest in research will serve as selection criteria. A fellow stipend in the amount of $3,000 will be awarded.
Deadline: All application materials (including two letters of recommendation and an official UB transcript) must be received by Monday, March 12, 2007
Program Dates: May 30 – July 13, 2007
Fellow Stipend: $3,000
Housing: Meal allowance provided
Careers in the allied health professions present rewarding opportunities to merge scientific excellence and tangible interpersonal service. There are many prospects for individuals who are prepared to undergo a worthwhile and vigorous period of professional development. Our responsibility is to provide the expertise and resources to guide and support those who have made the decision to pursue the allied health professions. We are pleased to extend this invitation for talented students to participate in the CSTEP Summer Research Fellowship Program for 2007. Interested students may contact Ms. Crump-Owens at (716) 645-2234 or sicrump@acsu.buffalo.edu.
