University of California, Los Angeles

Amgen Scholars Program

An Undergraduate Summer Research Program in Science and Biotechnology

The Amgen Scholars Program is a national program to increase learning and networking opportunities for students committed to pursuing a career in science or engineering.

During summer 2008, UCLA will host 24 Amgen Scholars. 12 will be undergraduates from UCLA and 12 will be from other 4-year colleges and universities.

Learn More About the 2008 UCLA Amgen Scholars!!!

2008 PROGRAM DATES:
10 WEEK PROGRAM

Sunday, JUNE 22 (move-in) – Friday AUGUST 29, 2008 (move-out)

Opening Reception: Monday, JUNE 23, 6pm - 8pm, Faculty Center California Room

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:

Students interested summer research in any area of biomedical science, chemistry, bioengineering or chemical engineering are encouraged to apply. Students will be paired with a UCLA faculty mentor if the student does not already have a mentor. Please visit the Amgen Faculty web site for information on over 100 potential mentors on the UCLA campus.

In addition to working full time in the laboratory for 10 weeks, the program features:

• Weekly luncheons where students can meet and discuss science with invited faculty speakers
• Weekly workshops on such topics as applying to graduate school, how to write a personal statement and how to give a research presentation
• Three- day Biotechnology Symposium sponsored by the Amgen Corporation held in California
• GRE test preparation
• Access to UCLA campus facilities
• Social events to network with other summer researchers

REQUIREMENTS:
Upon receiving an Amgen Scholars Award, students sign an agreement to fulfill the following requirements

• To devote full effort in participation in the Amgen Scholars Program (Scholars cannot take any courses or hold a job thorughout the duration of the program)
• To attend all required conferences, workshops, weekly luncheons and social events.
• To give a poster presentation describing his/her summer research project
• To submit a research paper to the UCLA Amgen Scholars Program Director at the conclusion of the program
• To complete a pre and post-program survey.

ELIGIBILITY:

Applicants must be:

• U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents
• Undergraduates enrolled in four-year colleges and universities in the U.S., Puerto Rico and other U.S. Territories.
• Sophomores (with 4 quarters or 3 semesters of college experience), Juniors and non-graduating Seniors (who are returning in the fall to continue their undergraduate experience).
• Cumulative G.P.A. of 3.2 or above.
• Interested in pursuing a Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D.

AWARD:

• $350 PER WEEK: $3500 for 10 weeks
• ROOM & BOARD: on-campus housing and some meals are provided
• TRAVEL ALLOWANCE: A travel allowance of up to $500 is offered to non-UCLA out of state students for travel to/from Los Angeles. Non-UCLA students who reside in California will be offered a travel allowance of up to $250.

HOW TO APPLY:

The Amgen Scholars Program is part of the Summer Programs for Undergraduate Research (SPUR) on the UCLA Campus.

Applications for the 2008 UCLA Amgen Scholars Program are now closed

To view the Amgen Scholars online application, please go to:

http://www.gdnet.ucla.edu/asis/srp/srpapply.htm

Scroll down to the bottom of the page for the link to the application. Choose Amgen Scholars on the pulldown of programs in the on-line form.

IN ADDITION YOU MUST SUBMIT:

• A copy of your official transcript,
• A letter of recommendation
• A personal statement to the SPUR office.
• If you are not a current UCLA student, please list 3 faculty you are interested in working with in your essay.
• All supporting documents must be received by February 1, 2008
• PLEASE NOTE: You are not required to submit any financial aid verification forms or paperwork for this application.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:

Dr. Tama Hasson
Director, UCLA Amgen Scholars Program
Assistant Director, URC/CARE  
Phone: 310-206-2182
Email: amgensch@lifesci.ucla.edu

Michael Flaxman
Program Representative, UCLA Amgen Scholars Program
Phone: 310-206-2182
Email:amgensch@lifesci.ucla.edu

 

Many thanks to the Amgen Foundation for such generous support of this program