The Change Sequence: Genentech Networking Event 2/20/24

In honor of Black History Month, Genentech will hold a networking event called The Change Sequence.  

This in-person event will take place on February 20, 2024, at the South San Francisco campus from 5:30pm to 8pm. 

At The Change Sequence you will have the opportunity to: 

• Network with Hiring Managers and Senior Leaders across Genentech 
• Gain insight into Genentech's culture, 2025 D&I Commitments, and the bold initiatives creating impact for our people, patients and communities
• Learn more about our Black Director’s Exchange group for senior leaders, and our employee resource group AAIB (African Americans in Biotech).

Don't miss out! Register today at bit.ly/tcs-bhm24.

SCIENTIFIC ADVENTURES FOR GIRLS

Check out Scientific Adventures for Girls (SAfG) to find exciting science-based activities or opportunities for your little ones! 

SAfG offers after school programs, summer camps and more in Oakland, Emeryville, San Leandro, Richmond and Berkeley, CA! 

Visit the SAfG website for additional information.

Welcome to 20-1-4: the year of opportunities Galore!

I wish you all a Happy, Happy New Year! 

Summer Research
I want to remind all of you that this is the time of year to begin thinking about your plans for Summer 2014. Many research programs will begin soliciting applications now with deadlines occurring between the end of January 2014 thru March 2014. This blog has some summer research programs listed for you to browse through. The most recent addition is the summer research experience for undergraduates (REU) that is available at Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh. 

FAFSA
Also remember if you are applying for college, that the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA) is now available for the 2014-2015 school year. When I applied for college, my parents could not support me financially so I filled out a FAFSA.  Thankfully, my college tuition, housing and other fees were primarily paid using grants, loans and work study that I received in my financial aid package. Do not let the cost of attending college deter you! 

Conferences
Scientific conferences occur throughout the year. Remember to determine whether the conference you would like to attend offers travel grants/stipends. Many do, but it may be contingent on submitting an abstract to present your research (orally or as a poster). So check out 1) conference dates, 2) abstract submission deadlines, and 3) travel grant/stipend deadlines. Check out conferences here.

I am sure that there are many other things to consider and remember at this time of the year, but these three topics were immediately on my mind. If you would like to share others, send me an email. Best, Minority.Scientist