BioSci International
Student Association
Upcoming Events
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Do you want to learn more about having a specialization and/or adding a minor? BISA invites you to join our BioSci Specializations & STEM-related Minors Workshop, where we will give an overview of the specializations in Biological Sciences at UCI and go over questions related to having a minor!
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In this workshop, we will go over BioSci specializations and their course requirements, the specialization application process, stem-related minors that are suitable for BioSci/PharmSci/PubHealth/etc. students, and application for change in major
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We will also have a Q&A session at the end, so feel free to bring in any questions you may have! In addition, we will play Kahoot at the end of the workshop, and the top 3 winners will get free boba!
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 pm, 11/9, Wednesday
Location: HH 118
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Happy SPOOKY season!!
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Looking for a night to destress from all the midterms? The BioSci International Student Association at UCI is inviting you to a Halloween-themed social event — “Bioween”!
There will be free food, games, and a Halloween photo booth for you to socialize and make new friends! There will also be prizes for each game!
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All students are welcome! (You don't have to be an international student or bio major)
Time: 7-8:30 pm PDT, 10/28, Friday
Location: NSI 1114
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Are you still wondering how to apply for grad school and what to prepare? Are you confused about when to prepare the materials needed for grad school applications? BISA invites you to join our online “Pathway to Grad School” workshop! In this workshop, we will go over the timeline for grad school applications, the required materials that you need to prepare in advance, how to write a statement of purpose, and how to ask for letters of recommendation.
Additionally, we will also go through how to prepare for interviews and the GRE, and have guest speakers that have successfully gotten into grad schools (Johns Hopkins University MS in biochemistry and molecular biology, Columbia University MS in human nutrition, the University of Michigan MS in nutritional science, and Northwestern University MS in biotechnology) share their valuable experiences with these various requirements and answer any questions you have about grad school applications!
Time: 7-8 pm PDT, 5/12, Thursday
Location: Zoom (ID: 953-3417-8610)
Happy SPOOKY season!!
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Looking for a night to destress from all the midterms? The BioSci International Student Association at UCI is inviting you to a Halloween-themed social event — “Bioween”! We will be watching “Chucky” together with free food. There will also be a Halloween photo booth and small games at the beginning of the event for you to socialize and meet new people within the UCI international student community. We hope to see you there!
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Date: Friday, October 29th (Week 5)
Time: 6:00 - 9:30 pm (feel free to walk in anytime!)
Location: NSI 1114
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**No sign-up is required, and feel free to drop in anytime!
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Reading and writing scientific research papers can be difficult and confusing, but BISA is here to help you. For all of the students who recently transitioned from OChem and Bio classes to Bio upper-division classes, if you want to get a head start and get advice on how to succeed in BioSci 100 or research writing in general, then you are at the right place!
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The workshop is hosted by our upperclassmen who are happy to offer you strategies to modify your research paper. This workshop will guide you on how to:
analyze the structure of a long scientific paper,
search online resources as supporting evidence, and
find campus resources for academic writing.
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Time: 7:00 pm, 11/11, Thursday
Location: Zoom
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Are you interested in getting involved in research as an undergrad but unsure about when is the best time and how to start? Are you ready to learn about how to find your fields of interest and how to get into an on-campus research lab that suits your interests? And, would you like some super helpful tips and tricks from your fellow undergraduates who are currently participating in the Bio 199 Research program?
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BISA presents the Bio 199 Research Workshop in which 4 UCI undergraduate researchers will share their own experiences and go over everything you should know about UCI’s Bio 199 program - from the application process to how to succeed in a research lab. At the end of the workshop, you will also have the opportunity to ask them any questions you have about doing research at UCI during the pandemic!
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Time: 7:00 -8:00 pm, 1/27 Thursday
Location: Zoom
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The schedule of classes for the Spring Quarter and the enrollment window times are out! Are you still trying to figure out what classes to choose for the Spring quarter? Do you want to learn more about adding a minor and/or having a specialization? BISA invites you to join our Curriculum Workshop, where we will give an overview of the specializations in biological sciences at UCI and go over questions related to having a minor!
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We will have a Q&A session, so feel free to bring in any questions you may have! In addition, we will play Kahoot at the end of the workshop, and the top 3 winners will get the chance to win a free drink!
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Time: 7:00 pm, 2/17, Thursday
Location: Zoom
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Unsure about which pathway to pursue in the future after graduation? Join BISA's Future Pathway Panel this coming Friday night to explore the different options for bio-related majors and tips on how to make your mind and prepare for your dream school/job starting from now!
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We have invited BISA Alumni who are currently pursuing or have completed PharmD, DDS, PhD, or MS in prestigious schools such as UMich, UCSF, Yale, and Cornell as well as alumni who are currently working in industry and academic research setting. They will be sharing their personal experiences and answer any questions you have about the different future pathways!
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Time: 7:00-8:00 pm, 05/14, Friday
Location: Zoom
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Are you interested in getting involved in research as an undergrad but unsure about when is the best time and how to start? Are you ready to learn about how to find your fields of interest and how to get into an on-campus research lab that suits your interests? And, would you like some super helpful tips and tricks from your fellow undergraduates who are currently participating in the Bio 199 Research program?
BISA presents the Bio 199 Research Workshop, in which 4 UCI undergraduate researchers will share their own experiences and go over everything you should know about UCI’s Bio 199 program - from the application process to how to succeed in a research lab. At the end of the workshop, you will also have the opportunity to ask them any questions you have about doing research at UCI!
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Time: 7:00-8:00 pm, May 2nd, Sunday
Location: Zoom
Hello, fellow Anteaters! We hope you all are having a fantastic and restful spring break.
If you are taking Chem 1LC this coming quarter, then please be on the lookout for BISA’s annual Chem 1LC Workshop on March 27th, 2021 from 8-9 pm (PDT)!
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Historically, general chemistry labs have been the most challenging lower-division courses for students majoring in STEM at UCI. They are content-heavy, fast-paced, and require the use of a variety of online tools and software that are new to college students.
Fortunately, BISA has got you covered! We will be hosting a Chem 1LC workshop to help you better prepare with the course material and tools that Chem 1LC will be using and share advice from past students who have succeeded in general chemistry labs both in-person and online. It is also a great opportunity for you to ask questions in case you have difficulty setting up certain online tools or software before the quarter starts!
Time: 8:00-9:00pm, Mar 27th, Saturday
Location: Zoom
Are you currently looking for a job, a summer internship, a research opportunity, or in the process of applying to grad schools that will require a RESUME? If so, make sure you don’t miss out on the BISA’s Resume Workshop in Week 5, where you will learn what to include on your resume and how to make your resume stand out!!
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We will be having Professor Jennifer Maitland, who is currently the professor of Bio 3B course and the academic counselor at the Department of Biological Sciences at UCI, speak at our workshop. In addition to all the tips and tricks for writing a general resume, Professor Maitland will also be going over how you can apply your research experience and other applicable skills to write a strong resume!
Time: 7:00-9:00pm, Nov 6th, Friday
Location: Zoom
Worried about the MCAT? Join Blueprint Prep (formerly Next Step) and UCI's BioSci international Student Association (BISA) for a free webinar! This event is a great way to expand your knowledge on the MCAT, understanding the importance of MCAT prep, and much more!
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*All attendees will be entered to win a $20 Ubereats gift card! ('á´—' )Ùˆ
(or the food delivery app of your choice!)
Time: 6:00-7:00pm, May 22th, Friday
Location: Zoom
Still unsure about what career to pursue in the future? Join a career q&a panel hosted by BISA to explore different options for bio-related majors and tips on interviews and resumes! We have invited current students in medical school, pharmacy school, and dental school as well as UCI alumni who are currently working in the field of biology to share with us their experiences!
Time: 5:00-7:00 PM, May 16th, Saturday
Location: Zoom
Meeting ID: 952-0016-2010
Wondering what to do after graduation? Interested in pursuing grad school but don’t know where to start? Join BISA in our upcoming Graduate School Q&A Panel! We have invited our amazing UCI BISA alumni who are currently attending or have been accepted into prestigious graduate schools including Harvard, Yale, USC, and more, to share with you their experiences and answer any question you have about grad schools!
This Q&A panel will be covering:
Application + interview process, Recommendation letters, Tips for preparing for the GRE test, Career planning, and much more!
Time: 5:00 pm-7:00 pm, May 1st, Friday
Location: Zoom
Meeting ID: 621-261-6016
Link: https://uci.zoom.us/j/6212616016
Hope class registration for next quarter has been going well for all of you! Come to our Class Enrollment Workshop & Study Night, where current second, third, and fourth year BioSci students will share their experiences in various classes, give course/professor recommendations, and answer any and all questions you have about classes at UCI! Prior to and after the workshop, there will be tutors who have taken and excelled in the classes you are taking right now (Bio94, Bio 98, Chem 1A, Chem 1B, etc.) to study with you and answer any individual questions.
Feel free to invite your friends! Free hot chocolate and snacks will be provided as well
Time: 6:30 pm-9:30 pm, March 5th, Thursday
Location: SSL 206 (Social Science Lab)
