City Techās Undergraduate Research Committeeās mentoring handbook, A Handbook on Mentoring Students in Undergraduate Research: Proven Strategies for Success, developed by City Tech’s Undergraduate Research Committee for use at City Tech and beyond, doesn’t just live on this site. The handbook’s second edition has been recognized and Spotlighted on the OpenLab’s Open Road, a site dedicated to OpenLab news and highlights. That also means that the OpenLab’s homepage shows the spotlight on the mentoring handbook to make it even easier to find your way to more information about mentoring at City Tech.
In addition to mentioning the Undergraduate Research workshops offered to student researchers, the post also encourages faculty and staff members interested in working with students on research projects to add their name and information about their research to the list of mentors interested in supporting student research projects.
Undergraduate researchers, new or returning, participating in any research program must attend four workshops. If you have already completed all workshops and do not wish to participate in them again please contact Prof. Hamid Norouzi, undergraduateresearch@citytech.cuny.edu, SUBJECT Line: workshop alternatives, to discuss alternate activities to fulfill this requirement.
Workshop
Leads
When/Where
Presenting Yourself Online Focuses on how students can create and maintain a professional and/or academic online presence. City Tech’s OpenLab team supports students developing a presence on online spaces including their OpenLab sites during their academic career and even into their job search post-graduation.
Research Types and Methods Panel Before beginning your research project, you need to decide how to design a study. This workshop will give you a brief overview of various types of research using field surveys, secondary data analysis, and laboratory experiments.
Using OpenLab Sites for Research Projects City Techās OpenLab team supports student researchers by showing how to communicate about and display research via open platforms such as OpenLab and CUNY Academic Commons.
Academic Works for Student Posters Adding your poster to CUNY Academic Works creates a unique, permanent link for your resume, CV, and graduate school application.
Advancing Library Research Techniques Learn how to use the library and Google Scholar to find sources for your poster and general strategies for the literature review.
SPSS #1 Consort Diagrams The first session of the SPSS Workshop Series will delve into the intricacies of consort diagrams ā their significance in clinical trials and scientific publications, and the methodology behind their creation. Students from all majors are welcome to attend.
Grad School Research Workshop Thinking about Graduate School? This workshop will cover the essential things you need to know before applying. Learn how to research degree programs, internship offerings, and funding opportunities. Various application components including GRE, recommendation letters, personal statements, and portfolios or work samples will be introduced. Participants will also have the opportunity to reflect on their own expectations for graduate school.
Prof. Almeida
April 2, 2-3 PM L540 (Library Eclassroom)
Writing Abstracts for Research Projects Students will learn about abstracts: what they are and how they are used. They will also learn the necessary elements to writing an abstract and go through a series of exercises in small groups to distinguish between successful and unsuccessful abstracts.
SPSS #2 Creating Tables and Exploring Associations between Two Variables The second session of the SPSS Workshop Series will explore the nuances of demographic, clinical characteristics, and bivariate analyses tables ā their significance in clinical trials and scientific publications, and the methodology behind their creation. Students from all majors are welcome to attend. Students will need to read the freely available, selected article below in advance of our session. Cardiovascular Risk Assessment Among Adolescents and Youths Living With HIV: Evaluation of Electronic Health Record Findings and Implications
Demystifying and Managing Citations Students will learn more about why they need to cite sources for their poster and gain awareness of why citation is a powerful and meaningful practice. We cover different kinds of sources, necessary knowledge needed to properly cite a source, and will also showcase Zotero, a free tool for formatting and managing references (citations).
SPSS #3 Creating Tables and Exploring Associations between Multiple Variables for Scientific Journal Articles The third session of the SPSS Workshop Series will explore the nuances of multivariable analyses tables ā their significance in clinical trials and scientific publications, and the methodology behind their creation. Students from all majors are welcome to attend. Students will need to read the freely available, selected article below in advance of our session. Cardiovascular Risk Assessment Among Adolescents and Youths Living With HIV: Evaluation of Electronic Health Record Findings and Implications
Designing a Research Poster Presentation Understand the purpose of a scientific research poster; learn important layout principles and components to create and present effective research posters. Please register before midnight on April 23, 2024. Registrations submitted after this deadline cannot be guaranteed approval.
Undergraduate researchers must attend four workshops. Returning researchers must complete four workshops. If you have already completed all workshops and do not wish to participate in them again please contact Prof. Hamid Norouzi, undergraduateresearch@citytech.cuny.eduSUBJECT Line: workshop alternatives, to discuss alternate activities to fulfill this requirement.
Workshop
Leads
Date/Time
Modality
Zotero for Undergraduate Researchers Students will learn how to use Zotero, a powerful tool for formatting and managing references (citations), for their posters and other projects including reports, research papers, and presentations. Please download Zotero and create your account before the workshop. Registration
Prof. Berger
Oct. 9, 4-5 PM
Online
Being a Professional Students will learn about professionalism and strategies to develop from varied perspectives. Registration
Profs. Davide and Walljasper
Oct 10, 1:00-2:00 PM
Online
Research Types and Methods Panel Before beginning your research project, you need to decide how to design a study. This workshop will give you a brief overview of various types of research using field surveys, secondary data analysis, and laboratory experiments. Registration
Profs. Gregory, Rahman, and Kim
Oct 15, 1:00-2:00 PM
Online
Presenting Yourself Online Focuses on how students can create and maintain a professional and/or academic online presence. The OpenLab team supports students developing a presence on their OpenLab sites during their academic career at City Tech and even into their job search post-graduation. Registration
Profs. Rosen and Reitz
Oct. 17, 1-2 PM
Online
Using OpenLab for Research Projects The OpenLab team supports student researchers by showing how to communicate about and display research via OpenLab. Registration
Profs. Rosen and Reitz
Oct. 24, 1-2 PM
Online
Advancing Library Research Techniques Learn how to use the library and Google Scholar to find sources for your poster and general strategies for the literature review. Location: L540 (Library Eclassroom)
Prof. Leonard
Oct. 31, 1:00-2:00 PM
In-Person
Advancing Library Research Techniques Description: See above Registration
Prof. Berger
Oct. 31, 4:00-5:00 PM
Online
Journal Club #1 Alcohol and substance use diagnoses among HIV-positive patients receiving care in NYC clinic settings. Registration
Prof. Gurung
Nov. 1, 1:00-2:00 PM
Online
ePortfolios for Academic and Career Advancement Create dynamic, professional websites using WordPress featuring your outstanding academic work. Registration
iTEC
Nov. 6, 1:00-2:00 PM
Online
ePortfolios for Academic and Career Advancement Create dynamic, professional websites using WordPress featuring your outstanding academic work. Registration
iTEC
Nov. 6, 4:00-5:00 PM
Online
Journal Club #2 Marijuana and illicit drugs: Correlates of condomless anal sex among adolescent and emerging adult sexual minority men Registration
Prof. Gurung
Nov. 8, 1:00-2:00 PM
Online
Academic Works for Student Posters Adding your poster to CUNY Academic Works creates a unique, permanent link for your resume, CV, and graduate school application. Registration
Prof. Berger
Nov. 12, 4:00-5:00 PM
Online
Writing Abstracts for Research Projects Students will learn about abstracts: what they are and how they are used. They will also learn the necessary elements to writing an abstract and go through a series of exercises in small groups to distinguish between successful and unsuccessful abstracts. Registration
Profs. ElHitti, Garcia, and Wong
Nov. 14, 1:00-2:00 PM
Online
Writing Abstracts for Research Projects Description: See above Registration
Profs. ElHitti, Garcia, and Wong
Nov. 14, 4:00-5:00 PM
Online
Journal Club #3Ć Examining recruitment strategies in the enrollment cascade of youth living with HIV: Descriptive findings from a nationwide web-based adherence protocol Registration
Prof. Gurung
Nov. 15, 2:00-3:00 PM
Online
Designing a Research Poster Presentation Understand the purpose of a scientific research poster; learn important layout principles and components to create and present effective research posters. Registration
Profs. Davide, Alcendor, and Xiao
Nov. 21, 1:00-2:00 PM
Designing a Research Poster Presentation Description: see above Location: L540 (Library Eclassroom)
Calling all students: This is a great opportunity to network with students from other institution and disciplines and to engage in academic discussions at the convergence of technology, arts, humanities, and sciences. Students also have the opportunity to share their research in a very welcoming environment.Ā Please note: you will need a faculty mentor to sponsor your fellowship.
Calling all mentors: consider recommending your student researchers apply to become a HASTAC Scholar, and work with them as their mentor.
See below for information from HASTAC, then ApplyĀ by October 31.
HASTAC Scholars Application 2023
Join a New Generation of Innovative Scholars – Apply for the 2023-2025 HASTAC Scholars Program!
HASTAC Scholar Applications Are Open! Apply by October 31, 2023.
HASTAC Scholars brings together dynamic graduate and undergraduate students pushing boundaries in the arts, humanities, sciences, and technology.
The HASTAC Scholars initiative constitutes an inventive, student-centric community comprising both graduate and undergraduate participants. Annually, a fresh cohort of approximately 100 Scholars is welcomed into the program for a span of 2 years. These Scholars represent diverse academic backgrounds, drawing from a multitude of disciplines, and their affiliations span more than 200 colleges and universities, ranging from intimate liberal arts institutions to expansive research-centric establishments.
Emerging HASTAC Scholars will actively contribute to the development of a vibrant collective that operates at the convergence of technology, arts, humanities, and sciences. Through a plethora of engagements, they will foster this vibrant community ā hosting online dialogues, coordinating collaborative book reviews, crafting insightful blog entries, showcasing their research and passions via the HASTAC Scholar Spotlight, participating in Digital Fridays, and undertaking a myriad of other enriching activities.
As a HASTAC Scholar, you will:
Connect with scholars globally to exchange ideas, collaborate on projects, and form new networks
Showcase your research through blog posts, videos, interviews, and spotlight featuresĀ
Organize and lead discussions on academic texts, tools, and critical issues in your field
Conceptualize new digital projects and pedagogies and receive feedback from peers
Help shape programming that fits your needs and interests as an emerging scholar
Gain access to resources and opportunities available exclusively to HASTAC Scholars
We (HASTAC) welcome students from all disciplines who want to rethink higher education and work towards more equitable systems. Every HASTAC Scholar contributes uniquely – we can’t wait to see how you will lead and build community.Ā
In recognition of our partnership with The Graduate Center at CUNY, we are pleased to announce that CUNY students will be exempt from inscription fees.
If you have any questions about the process, feel free to reach out to hastacscholars@gmail.com. The 2023-2025 cohort application deadline is October 31, 2023. Selected scholars will participate from December 1, 2023, to October 31, 2025.
Explore past scholars’ work, then join us! Apply by October 31.
Let’s work together to drive change as the next generation of HASTAC Scholars. We look forward to your application!
You are invited to the 27th semi-annual Research Mixer on Thursday, September 21, 2023, from 12:30 ā 2:00PM, hosted by the Undergraduate Research Committee and the Black Male Initiative (BMI) Program. Each semester, the Research Mixer brings together faculty and student researchers who share an interest in mentoring and fostering collaboration. This virtual event is also an opportunity to find out about the various research resources and opportunities that City Tech offers. Full-time and part-time faculty from all departments and majors are welcome. Please share this announcement with your colleagues, students, and classmates.
The Research Mixer will commence with short presentations followed by time for faculty and student networking.
Opening Remarks by Associate Provost Reginald Blake
Research and Internship Opportunities (ESP, JLM RISE, C2SMARTER, CRSP, LSAMP, ReSESS, BMI, CSTEP)
Untitled by Michael Dain via Flickr CC BY-NC-ND 2.0
Welcome to the Spring 2023 Workshop Series! New participating undergraduate researchers must attend four workshops. Returning researchers must complete four workshops. If you have already completed all workshops and do not wish to participate in them again, please contact Prof. Hamid Norouzi, undergraduateresearch@citytech.cuny.edu ā SUBJECT Line: workshop alternatives, to discuss alternate activities to fulfill this requirement.
Workshop
Leads
Date/Time
Presenting Yourself Online Focuses on how students can create and maintain a professional and/or academic online presence. The OpenLab team supports students developing a presence on their OpenLab sites during their academic career at City Tech and even into their job search post-graduation. Online Registration
Prof. Rosen + OpenLab Team
T March 7, 1:00-2:00 PM
Being a Professional Students will learn about professionalism and strategies to develop from varied perspectives. Online Registration
Research Types and Methods Panel Before beginning your research project, you need to decide how to design a study. This workshop will give you a brief overview of various types of research using field surveys, secondary data analysis, and laboratory experiments. Online Registration
Profs. Rahman and Kim
W March 22, 1:00-2:00 PM
CUNY CATS Time Management Students will learn strategies for time management. Location: P501 (Pearl)
BMI CUNY CAT
Th March 23, 1:00-2:00 PM
Advancing Library Research Techniques Learn how to use the library and Google Scholar to find sources for your poster and general strategies for the literature review. Location: L540 (Library Eclassroom)
Prof. Prince
W March 29, 1:00-2:00 PM
Advancing Library Research Techniques Learn how to use the library and Google Scholar to find sources for your poster and general strategies for the literature review. Online Registration
Prof. Berger
W March 29, 4:00-5:00 PM
Writing Abstracts for Research Projects Students will learn about abstracts: what they are and how they are used. They will also learn the necessary elements to writing an abstract and go through a series of exercises in small groups to distinguish between successful and unsuccessful abstracts. Online Registration
Profs. ElHitti and Garcia
Th March 30, 1:00-2:00 PM
Writing Abstracts for Research Projects Students will learn about abstracts: what they are and how they are used. They will also learn the necessary elements to writing an abstract and go through a series of exercises in small groups to distinguish between successful and unsuccessful abstracts. Online Registration
Profs. ElHitti and Garcia
Th March 30, 4:00-5:00 PM
ePortfolios for Academic and Career Advancement Create dynamic, professional websites using WordPress featuring your outstanding academic work. Online Registration
iTEC
T April 4, 1:00-2:00 PM
ePortfolios for Academic and Career Advancement Create dynamic, professional websites using WordPress featuring your outstanding academic work. Online Registration
iTEC
T April 4, 4:00-5:00 PM
Designing a Research Poster Presentation Understand the purpose of a scientific research poster; learn important layout principles and components to create and present effective research posters. Location: P501 (Pearl)
Profs. Alcendor and Xiao
Th April 20, 1:00-2:00 PM
Designing a Research Poster Presentation Understand the purpose of a scientific research poster; learn important layout principles and components to create and present effective research posters. Location: P501 (Pearl)
Profs. Alcendor and Xiao
Th April 20, 4:00-5:00 PM
Academic Works for Student Posters Adding your poster to CUNY Academic Works creates a unique, permanent link for your resume, CV, and graduate school application. Online Registration
Undergraduate researchers must attend four workshops. Returning researchers must complete four workshops. If you have already completed all workshops and do not wish to participate in them again, please contact Prof. Hamid Norouzi, undergraduateresearch@citytech.cuny.edu ā SUBJECT Line: workshop alternatives, to discuss alternate activities to fulfill this requirement.
Journal Club 1: Is the association between adverse childhood experiences and later depression buffered by the trait of psychological flexibility? Students are required to read an article (see link) in advance of the meeting. Registration
Prof. Gurung
Nov. 2, 1-2 PM
Journal Club 2: Use of dried blood spots biosampling technology in predicting future viral breakthrough. Students are required to read an article (see link) in advance of the meeting. Registration
Prof. Gurung
Nov. 10, 11 AM-12 PM
Journal Club 3: Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the care continuum of youth living with HIV. Students are required to read an article (see link) in advance of the meeting. Registration
Students, would you like to meet faculty mentors, learn about their research projects, and work with a faculty mentor on a research project?
Members of the faculty, would you like to engage City Tech students in your research projects as research mentees?Ā Ā Would you like to meet a cohort of our best, our brightest, and our most promisingĀ students ?Ā Ā
Are you interested in learning more about funded research opportunities at City Tech ?
If you answered yes to any of the above questions, then please join us virtuallyĀ onĀ Thursday, February 24, 2022Ā fromĀ 12:45 – 2:00 PM for theĀ 24th semi-annual Research MixerĀ Event (via Zoom),Ā hosted by City Tech’s Undergraduate Research Committee and the Black Male Initiative Program.Ā YouĀ will not leave the session disappointed! Please share this invitation with faculty and students, and pleaseĀ encourage them to join in exploringĀ the tremendous research resourcesĀ that City Tech offers.
Undergraduate researchers must attend four workshops. Returning researchers must complete four workshops. If you have already completed all workshops and do not wish to participate in them again please contact Prof. Hamid Norouzi, undergraduateresearch@citytech.cuny.edu ā SUBJECT Line: workshop alternatives, to discuss alternate activities to fulfill this requirement.
CUNY Research Scholars Program is offering an exciting program on May 28! Register Here
Raphaƫl Dunant, Gajmar (maintainer), CC BY 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons
This town hall event, featuring speakers from Brazil, Egypt, Guatemala, Peru, South Africa, and the United States, will be of interest to undergraduate researchers and their mentors, particularly those interested in how the pandemic has affected people in less affluent countries as well as disadvantaged groups in the United States (for example, the incarcerated).
As rich countries vaccinate their populations and prepare to reopen, many poorer countries and vulnerable populations in the US are struggling for vaccine access. On Friday, May 28th, the CUNY Research Scholars Program (CRSP) will host aĀ Town Hall event to discuss the COVID-19 pandemic and global equity issues.Ā
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This forumĀ will consist ofĀ three panels and includeĀ speakers fromĀ Brazil, Egypt, Guatemala, Peru, South Africa, and the United States.Ā The US speakers will address vaccine access issues amongĀ migrants at the US borders,Ā people inĀ US prisons and jails, andĀ vulnerable populations in US cities.Ā Ā Speakers will alsoĀ address theĀ gendered impacts of COVID-19, especially in Venezuela and Colombia.Ā
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PleaseĀ click hereĀ forĀ an updated version of the flyer,Ā which contains the schedule of panels,Ā speaker bios, and a registration link.
An abbreviated version of the flyer is attached.
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This event is free and open to everyone.Ā Please circulate widelyĀ within your networks. All faculty, administrators, students, and members of the community are encouraged to attend.
