March 13th 2018 TIMESTEP Meeting @ the Guerrero Center with Dra Nicole Cabrera Salazer
Fall 2022 and onwards Meeting Recordings can be found here
Meeting Recordings from Spring 2022 and earlier can be found here.
Fall 2023
Nov 8th 5 PM Physics PAS 236
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Overview and Student Panel
Hear from your peers about when to get involved in research, how to find a project and approach professors, how to apply for national/international fellowships and how to find a paid research position. This discussion will include research at UArizona, summer REUs, and research internships.
Nov 1st 5 PM Physics PAS 236
Graduate Application Workshop #2
Get your materials- personal/research statements- for grad school edited and reviewed by faculty and get personalized advice on which schools might be a good fit for you. Students must sign up for workshops in advance.
Oct 25th 5 PM Steward N305
Graduate Application Workshop #1
Get your materials- personal/research statements- for grad school edited and reviewed by faculty and get personalized advice on which schools might be a good fit for you. Students must sign up for workshops in advance.
Oct 18th 5 PM On ZOOM
Graduate Student Panel
A panel of UArizona physics and astronomy alumni who are now in graduate school will share the realities of graduate school and why they chose to pursue a Masters or PhD. This can help you decide if graduate school is right for you and if so, how to increase your chance of acceptance to the school of your choice.
Oct 4th 5 PM Steward N305
Overview of Graduate School Application process
Get specific guidance from faculty involved in the grad application review process at UArizona about what’s involved in applying for graduate school and how to set yourself up to be competitive. Get access to templates to help write your application materials.
Sep 27th 5 PM Steward N305
Preparing for Research and Grad School
Learn from an expert! Dr. Tim Eifler will coach you on how to find a research mentor and what research opportunities to pursue to best prepare for graduate school. You’ll get grad admission insider tips on how research experiences are evaluated, the different types of research opportunities available and how to find them, what’s involved in joining a research group, structuring your research, and obtaining a final, visible product that can be shared with others. Dr. Eifler will share examples and answer any questions you have on this topic.
Sep 13th 5 PM Physics PAS 236
Navigating the First 2 Years of the Astro/Physics Major
Come learn from astronomy and physics majors about how they got through the first two years of their program – tips for classes, homework, forming study groups and how to navigate the program as an international student. This is also a chance to meet the TIMESTEP Leaders, who are a group of experienced astronomy and physics undergraduates who have volunteered to lead TIMESTEP discussions and be a resource to their peers. If you want to know what it’s really like and get advice from the students who were just in your shoes, come to this meeting!
Sep 6th 5 PM Steward N210
UArizona Resources to Succeed in Astronomy and Physics
Join us for a beginning of the year mixer and opportunity to learn about programs, centers, and student groups that offer support for astronomy and physics majors and minors. From tutoring to student clubs, and career development to social events, get to know some of the many offerings available to support your personal and academic success as a UArizona student. There will be new offerings included this year, so even if you attended last year, you’ll learn something new. Tamales will be served!
Aug 30th 5 PM ENR2 room S107
TIMESTEP Summer Tech Internship Symposium
Our 16 summer interns will be sharing their experiences working with local tech industry partners. They’ll talk about the projects they worked on, what they most valued from the experience, what skills they learned, and the impact the experience had on them as they move forward in their education and career. Attendees will include UA faculty, administrators, and staff, as well as students and local employers, so it’s a great opportunity to network!
Spring 2023
Wed. April 19th 5PM
Advice from Graduating Seniors
Hear from seniors graduating with degrees in Physics and Astronomy about their advice for navigating these majors. They’ll share their successes and greatest challenges, what they wish they had done differently, what has helped them achieve their goals, and more.
Wed. April 5th 5PM
Academic-Adjacent Careers
Hear from UA grads and others professionals with physics and astronomy degrees who have pursued academic-adjacent careers, such as with national labs, national observatories, and NASA.
Wed. March 22nd 5PM Loc: PAS 218
Presenting Your Research
It’s not enough to just do research, your progress should be shared with others! At this meeting, a group of undergraduate students will share their experiences presenting their work- presentations, papers, posters, etc.- at conferences, symposia, lab and departmental meetings, etc. Learn what it takes to be successful and what common mistakes to avoid.
TIMESTEP and SECD event.
Wed. Feb 22nd 5PM Loc: ZOOM only
Gap Year Planning
What options exist for you after graduation? Come hear from UA Astronomy & Physics Alumni who took a gap year between their undergraduate studies and their next careers in industry or academia. Learn why and how they took advantage of a gap year to find clarity in and move further toward their goals.
Feb 20th: TIMESTEP SUMMER TECH INTERNSHIP APPLICATIONS DUE
Wed. Feb 15th 5PM Loc: Steward Courtyard
Student Mixer and Summer Internship Application Review
Join us for this fun opportunity to socialize with other students- grad and undergrad- and the TIMESTEP team while enjoying a tamale dinner. We’ll have faculty on hand to answer questions about the TIMESTEP Summer Tech Internship, and give you feedback on your application.
Wed. Feb 8th 5PM Loc: ZOOM
Resume Workshop
This is a must if you plan to apply for internships or jobs! 86% of students surveyed in 2020 and 2021 indicated that the TIMESTEP resumé workshops made them feel more confident in their ability to apply for a job. Hear from industry leaders about how to write a successful resumé and learn the process of how to apply for jobs and internships. Have your resumé ready in a Google doc for review and editing!
Wed.Feb 1st 5PM Loc: ZOOM
Industry Panel about internships and careers in industry
Not sure if you want to pursue graduate school or a career in industry? Come hear from UA alumni and industry leaders about careers with a degree in physics or astronomy! Most of our panelists will be from companies that participate in TIMESTEP’s Summer Tech Internship.
Week of Jan 25th Loc: Steward N305 and zoom
Individual meetings with Faculty to Review Research and Scholarship applications
Meet one-on-one with faculty to edit your application materials.
Wed. Jan 18th 5PM Loc: Steward N305
Undergrad Research Application and Scholarship Application Workshop
Get help preparing and answering questions about your applications for undergraduate research opportunities and for scholarship applications.
Fall 2022
Wed. Nov 30th 5PM Loc: Steward N305
Defining and Understanding Neurodiversity. Presenters: Lyric Holmans & Dr. Virginie Faramaz
Focusing on NeuroDivergent minds and the differences in NeuroDivergent processing, and mental health, we will explore how all people process information in varied ways, including the various ways different people process and organize information, experience emotions, and the sensory world around them. Lyric, a late discovered multiply NeuroDivergent adult, Business Consultant, and owner of NeuroDivergent Consulting, along with UA faculty member Virginie Faramaz, will humanize these issues, bringing them to life in this "fireside chat" style workshop, by sharing stories, facts, statistics, and personal experience as NeuroDivergent professionals.
TUES**. Nov 22nd 3:30PM
Loc: Asian Pacific American Student Affairs (APASA) in suite 409 on the 4th floor of the Student Union
Mentoring Conversation with Dr Miki Nakajima
Dr. Nakajima is a planetary scientist and an assistant professor at the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Physics and Astronomy, and the Laboratory for Laser Energetics at the University of Rochester. Her group studies the origin and evolution of planets and moons in the solar system and beyond.
Dr. Nakajima was born in Japan and moved to the US for her PhD in 2010, and is the mother of a three-month-old daughter who is American & Japanese. The conversation will include the topic of identity and the related challenges faced as a STEM professional in academia.
Mon. Nov 14th and Fri. Nov 18th 5PM
Computational Tools for Research- Linux Workshop: COMPASS Program
Join Dr. Vasileios Paschalidis for a two-part introduction to coding skills needed for research. This workshop will be focused on connecting to the Linux operating system using bash shell and will cover key skills including navigation, directory and subdirectory management, system shortcuts, and text editors. Experience with Linux is highly valuable when applying for research or internship positions!
THURS**. Nov 17th 2PM Loc: Steward N305
Careers in Education: Chat with Dr Tom Rice, AAS Education and Mentoring Specialist
Dr. Tom Rice is the new Education and Mentoring Specialist at the American Astronomical Society. He'll be working broadly on things that can make astronomy education more effective and inclusive. He’s excited to talk to students about career paths in education.
Wed. Nov 16th 5PM Loc: Steward N305
Undergraduate Research Application Workshop
Make a plan to obtain a position doing research that you find compelling! Faculty and graduate students will assist you in narrowing down areas of research that interest you, identifying opportunities available, and planning your application- materials needed, requesting reference letters, and making deadlines. Get a head start on writing your research statement and get personalized advice on which research opportunities might be a good fit for you. Use this document on TIMESTEP’s website to find specific programs to apply to (Compiled List of Research Opportunities With Deadlines (2022) under the “Research and Internship Opportunities” tab).
Wed. Nov 9th 5PM Loc: PAS 218
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Overview and Student Panel
Hear from your peers about when to get involved in research, how to find a project and approach professors, how to apply for national/international fellowships and how to find a paid research position. This discussion will include research at UArizona, summer REUs, and research internships.
Wed. Oct 19th 5PM Loc: Steward N305
AND
Wed. Oct 26th 5 PM Loc: PAS 218
Graduate Application Workshops
Get your materials- personal/research statements- for grad school edited and reviewed by faculty, and get personalized advice on which schools might be a good fit for you. Students must sign up for workshops in advance.
Wed. Oct 12th 5PM Loc: PAS 218
Overview of Graduate School Application Process
Get specific guidance from faculty involved in the grad review process at UArizona about what’s involved in applying for graduate school and how to set yourself up to be competitive. Get access to templates to help write your application materials.
PDF of slides is HERE
Wed. Oct 5th 5PM
Graduate Student Panel
Hear from a panel of UA graduate students in physics and astronomy about the realities of graduate school and why they chose to pursue a PhD. This can help you decide if graduate school is right for you and if so, how to increase your chance of acceptance to the school of your choice.
Graduate Student speaker bios are HERE
TUES. Sep 27th 5PM
Loc: Steward N210
Allyship and Advocacy. Guest: Dr. Sherard Robbins (Visceral Change)
This will be an in-depth dialogue around allyship and advocacy as it manifests in our everyday lives, personally, professionally, and academically. You’ll gain a better understanding of how to best serve others as advocates and allies. A Professor in Vanderbilt University's Leadership and Learning in Organizations, Dr. Robbins' scholarship and research is in Educational Leadership and Policy, with a focus on Organizational Design and Behavior.
Wed. Sep 21st 5PM
Loc: Steward N305
How to find and optimize research opportunities for grad school applications. Guest: Dr Tim Eifler
Learn from an expert! Dr. Tim Eifler will coach you on how to find a research mentor and what research opportunities to pursue to best prepare for graduate school. You’ll get grad admission insider tips on how research experiences are evaluated, the different types of research opportunities available and how to find them, what’s involved in joining a research group, structuring your research, and obtaining a final, visible product that can be shared with others. Dr. Eifler will share examples and answer any questions you have on this topic.
Link to Presentation materials
Wed. Sep 14th 5PM
Loc: PAS 218
Navigating the First 2 Years of the Astro/Physics Major
Come learn from astronomy and physics majors about how they got through the first two years of their program – tips for classes, homework, forming study groups and how to navigate the program as an international student.
Wed. Sep 7th 5PM
Loc: Steward N210
Student Support Services for Astronomy and Physics Majors
Join us for a beginning of the year mixer (with food!) and opportunity to learn about programs, centers, and student groups that offer support for astronomy and physics majors and minors. From tutoring to student clubs, and career development to social events, get to know some of the many offerings available to support your personal and academic success as a UArizona student.
Wed. Aug 31st 5-7:30PM
Loc: ENR2 S210 & S215
TIMESTEP Summer Tech Internship Symposium
Hear from this year's TIMESTEP interns as they share their experiences working in industry with local employers. This is a valuable opportunity to learn what entry-level positions you are qualified for with an undergraduate degree in astronomy, physics, and/or math, and to make connections with faculty, employers, and other students in your field of study. Find more details for this event HERE.
Spring 2022
Wed. April 27th 5PM
Advice from Graduating Seniors
Hear from seniors graduating with degrees in Physics and Astronomy about their advice for navigating these majors.
Speakers: Kayli Glidic, Sai Krishnanth, Alexia Kubas, Akash Satpathy
Wed. April 20th 5PM
Grad Student + Undergrad Student Mixer in the Courtyard
AND
Discussion about the Colloquium on the State of the Profession and Societal Impacts Report
Join us for a follow up conversation with Colloquium speaker, Dr. Gurtina Besla, about the Colloquium from April 14th on “Appendix N: Report of the Panel on the State of the Profession and Societal Impacts. This discussion is geared towards undergraduates.
Thurs. April 14th 3:30PM
Gurtina Besla: Colloquium on Pathways to Discovery in Astronomy and Astrophysics, Appendix N: Report of the Panel on the State of the Profession and Societal Impacts
Wed. April 13th 5PM
Computational Preparation for Research with Dr Tim Eifler
This kick-off session for the HPC/ML/AI based research projects will introduce participants to opportunities for undergraduate research that mentored by Dr. Eifler and others in the Arizona Cosmology Lab, including postdocs and senior PhD students.
Wed. April 6th and 8th 5PM
Introduction to Computational Tools with Dr. Vasilis Paschalidis
This meeting will be focused on connecting to the Linux operating system using bash shell and will cover key skills including navigation, directory and subdirectory management, system shortcuts, and text editors. (Linux/Unix 101 – Physics 105 or CSC equivalent is all you need!)
Friday April 1st
Meeting with Dr. Nia Imara
You’re invited to a TIMESTEP-organized mentoring conversation with Dr. Nia Imara, Assistant
Professor of Astronomy and Astrophysics at UC Santa Cruz. This meeting is by invitation only in
order to keep the group small to promote discussion and focus on the experiences of Black students
navigating education and career choices in STEM fields. Dr. Imara will be the speaker at this week’s
Steward Observatory/ NSF NOIR Lab Joint Colloquium
Wed. March 30th 5PM
Neurodiversity in STEM
This meeting will feature Prof. Sarah Tuttle, Co-chair of the AAS Working Group on Accessibility and Disability, along with UA Senior Sally Lyke. We’ll explore the experience neurodiverse individuals in STEM and what is being done to advocate for inclusion and diversity in astronomy.
Midnight MARCH 20th: TIMESTEP SUMMER INTERNSHIP APPLICATIONS ARE DUE
Wed March 16th 5PM
Loc: Steward Observatory Courtyard
TIMESTEP Party!
Come join us to meet in person and eat TAMALES in the Steward Courtyard.
We’ll be there to mingle and answer questions about the TIMESTEP INTERNSHIP application.
Wed. March 2nd 5PM
Resume Building Workshop
Hear from industry leaders about how to write a resumé and learn how to apply for jobs/internships. Bring your resumé to the workshop for editing!
Editors: Pete Corrigan (UA Handshake), Chris Fry (Rincon Research),
Ewan Douglas, Chi-Kwan Chan, Gurtina Besla
Wed. Feb 23rd 5PM
Internships and Careers in Industry: Panel Discussion
Not sure if you want to pursue graduate school or a career in industry? Come hear from UA Alumni and industry leaders about careers with a degree in Physics or Astronomy!
Speakers: Cassie Bodin (MOOG, UA Class of 2020), Carl Cox (Madden Media), Meredith Danowski (Ball), Brie Finegold (Rincon), Chris Fry (Rincon), Hao Xin (Lunewave)
Wed. Feb 16th 5PM
Gap Year Planning
Come hear from UA Astronomy & Physics Alumni who took a gap year between their undergraduate studies and their next careers (in industry/academia).
Guest Speakers: Marina Dunn (Class of 2018), Kaylah McGowan (Class of 2021), Jose Perez (Class of 2020), Alex Stoken (Class of 2019)
Wed. Feb 2nd 5PM
Identity & Belonging in Physics & Astronomy
This meeting will feature Arlene Modeste Knowles, TEAM-UP Diversity Task Force Project Manager at the American Institute of Physics.
Wed. Jan 26th 5PM
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Workshop #2
Bring a draft of your personal statement and CV to have your materials reviewed by faculty and staff
Wed. Jan 19th 5PM
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Overview Part 2, & Workshop #1
Follow up from our December meeting about obtaining a research experience as an undergraduate or postbac (for seniors!). Come ask questions from a faculty member about obtaining a research position/postbac,
Fall 2021
Wed. Dec 1st 5PM
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Overview
Hear from your peers about when to get involved in research, how to find a project and approach professors, how to apply for national/international fellowships and how to find a paid research position.
Wed. Nov 3rd & 17th 5PM
Graduate School Application Workshops # 1& 2
Materials for your personal/research statements for grad school are edited and reviewed by faculty directly on a Google Doc.
WEEK OF OCT 24th
SIGN UP for Graduate School Application Workshops
Wed. Oct 20th 5PM
Graduate School Application Overview
Hear from faculty about what’s involved in applying for graduate school and how to set yourself up to be competitive. Get access to templates to help write your application materials.
Wed. Oct 6th 5PM with G. Besla & Maggie Smith
Graduate Student Panel
Hear from a panel of UA graduate students in physics and astronomy about the realities of graduate school and why they chose to pursue a PhD
Wed. Sep. 29th 5PM with T. Eifler
Computational Tools for Research: Workshop #2
Join us to learn about more advanced coding skills that can support research. Specifically, machine learning
Wed. Sep 22nd & Fri. Sep 24th 5PM with V. Paschalidis
Computational Tools for Research: Workshop #1 Parts 1 & 2
Join us to learn about coding skills needed for research - Low expertise level (CSC 110, Phys 105)
Wed. Sep 15th 5PM with G. Besla
Overcoming the “Imposter Syndrome"
Have you ever felt like you have succeeded just because you “got lucky”? Or that you’re not really good enough to be in your degree and someone will figure it out? This is called “imposter syndrome” – join us to learn to both recognize and overcome these feelings.
Wed. Sep 8th 5PM with G. Besla & Elaheh Hayati
Navigating the first 2 years of the Astronomy & Physics Majors
Come learn from juniors/srs about how they got through the first two years of their program – what are their tips for classes, homework, forming study groups and how to navigate the program as an international student
Panelists: Oddisey Knox, Mika Lambert, Binh Nguyen, Akash Satpathy, Cyrus Worley
MEETING SUMMARY:
Thurs. Aug 26th 5PM
TIMESTEP Intern Presentations: Part 2
Learn from UA Engineering, Comp Sci, and Math majors ajors about internships you can pursue in the tech, data and instrumentation sectors of industry.
[ Isabella Bryant, Naomi Nguyen, Nick Marquis, Tam Duong, Vincent Giacoppo ]
Wed. Aug 25th 5PM
TIMESTEP Intern Presentations: Part I
Learn from UA Astronomy and Physics majors about internships you can pursue in the tech, data and instrumentation sectors of industry.
[ Joseph Brownstone, Elizabeth Champagne, Sai Krishnanth, Jay Motka, Bianca Payan, Hill Tailor]
Spring 2021
Wed. Apr. 28th 5PM Dr. Eduardo Rozo & Bianca Payan
Advice from Graduating Seniors
Hear from seniors graduating with degrees in Physics and Astronomy about their advice on navigating these majors.
**Fri.** Apr 26th 5 PM Dr. Vasilis Paschalidis
Computational Workshop #1: PART TWO
Join us this Friday for a continuation of the TIMESTEP Computational Workshop series
Wed. Apr. 14th 5PM Dr. Tim Eifler
Computational Workshop #2: Machine Learning (intermediate level)
Join us to learn more advanced coding skills needed for research in astronomy and physics. This meeting is designed for students with intermediate level coding experience (Phys 305)
Wed. Apr. 7th 5PM Dr. Vasilis Paschalidis
Computational Workshop #1: Unix 101 (intro level)
Join us to learn basic coding skills needed for research in astronomy and physics. This meeting is designed for an introductory level.
Wed. Mar. 24th 5PM Dr. Ewan Douglas/Gurtina Besla
Resume Building & Interview Preparation for Careers in Industry
Get ready for the job market by having your resumes edited by industry experts and hearing from Physics & Astronomy alums about their job hunts after graduation. The first half of the meeting will be general discussion, the second half will be resume editing.
Speakers:
UA Alums: Cassie Bodin, YuanJea Hew, & Colin Hauch
Mike Garcia (Rincon Research)
Wed. Mar. 10th 5PM Dr. Gurtina Besla
Entrepreneurship - The Career Path Nobody Told Me About
If you have questions about startups/entrepreneurship email Dr. Besla and she'll get you in touch with the speakers.
We’re advised from a young age that we should go to college, graduate, and then launch a career with a corporation, institution or a university. But did you know that there is a whole other world where your passion, curiosity and perseverance can be applied to something you can call your own? Come join us for an informal conversation on Entrepreneurship, the process of creating a new business, and learn how I stumbled into this world. I’ll share my personal experience describing when I jumped to the exciting and rewarding, but risky, world of startups and what I wish I knew when I was in your shoes.
Guest Speaker: Pedro Medrano
Info: How to Launch A StartUp While You’re Still in College
Shaker Albrahim (UA Alum, Applied Physics)
More resources: StartupTucson TechLaunch Arizona
Wed. Feb 24th 5PM Dr. Ewan Douglas
Internships & Careers in Industry
Come hear from UA Alums and industry leaders about career options in industry for STEM majors.
Speakers Cassie Bodin (UA Alum), Colin Hauch (UA Alum)
Brie Finegold, Chris Fry (Rincon Research) Meredth Danowski (Ball)
Wed. Feb 10th 5PM Dr. Eduardo Rozo
Gap Year Planning
Come hear from UA Alums about how they managed a gap year after they graduated. This includes internship opportunities at NASA!
Guest Speakers UA Alums: Alex Stoken, Ryan Carlson, Drew Weldon. Recording of meeting
Fri. Jan 29th 11AM
Systemic Racism in Science Communication
Talk by Dr. Dione Rossiter
Hosted by the Diversity Journal Club. Information here
Wed. Jan 27th 5PM Dr. Nathan Smith
Research Application Workshop #2
Faculty will help edit your application materials for research positions including REUs, Bridge Programs, Internships etc.
RSVP Required: nathans@as.arizona.edu
Spreadsheet of research opportunities with deadlines compiled by Dr Carlos Vargas!
Google Drive Folder with: Recording of meeting, Danielle’s presentation and template files for applications/spreadsheets
More opportunities are listed here
First link has a list of local opportunities in Physics and Astronomy at UA.
Wed. Jan 20th 5PM Dr. Nathan Smith
Research Application Workshop #1
Faculty will help edit your application materials for research positions including REUs, Bridge Programs, Internships etc.
Fri. Jan 15th 1 PM
Meeting Dr. Kate Daniel
Meet Dr. Kate Daniel, Assistant Professor in the Physics Department at Bryn Mawr College (BMC). Dr. Daniel’s research focuses on stellar dynamics and understanding how spiral galaxies, like our own Milky Way, evolve through internal, gravitational processes. Professor Daniel identifies as a mixed-race, queer woman of Chickasaw and Comanche heritage. Her perspective from the margins has been an incredible resource for her and informs her scientific approach, teaching methods, and mode of engagement with community.
Wed. Jan 13th 5PM Dr Gurtina Besla
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Overview
Learn how to apply for research positions - most deadlines are late Jan/Early Feb
Guest Speaker: Danielle Dickinson
Fall 2020
Wed. Dec 9th 5PM. Dr Carlos Vargas
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Overview
Learn when to get involved in research, how to find a project and approach professors, how to apply for national/international fellowships and how to find a paid research position.
Spreadsheet of opportunities compiled by Dr Carlos Vargas!
Wed. Nov 19th 5PM Gurtina Besla
Meeting Dr. Kirk Barrow
Meet with colloquium speaker Dr. Kirk Barrow. Includes open invitation to AASA students.
Wed. Nov 16th 5PM Gurtina Besla
Meeting Dr. Anthony Pullen
Meet with colloquium speaker Dr. Anthony Pullen. Includes open invitation to AASA students.
Wed. Dec 2nd 5PM Gurtina Besla
Science Communication Workshop
Learn about Science Communication in this interactive workshop led by Dr. Dione Rossiter.
Wed. Dec 2nd 5PM Gurtina Besla
Science Communication Workshop
Learn about Science Communication in this interactive workshop led by Dr. Dione Rossiter.
Wed. Nov 11th & 18th 5PM Vasileios Paschalidis
Graduate School Application Workshops
Materials of your personal/research statements for grad school edited and reviewed by faculty directly on a Google Doc.
Students must sign up for workshops by email: Vasileios Paschalidis (vpaschal@arizona.edu)
Week of Oct 26th
Signing up and Preparing for Graduate Application Workshops
Students must sign up for workshops by email: Vasileios Paschalidis (vpaschal@arizona.edu)
Wed. Oct 21st 5PM Eduardo Rozo
Overview of Graduate Application process
Hear from faculty and graduate students about what’s involved in applying for graduate school and how to set yourself up to be competitive.
Speakers: Prof. Dan Marrone (Astronomy) Prof. Brian LeRoy (Physics) Katie Chamberlain (Grad Student) Hayden Foote (Grad Student)
Wed. Oct 7th 5PM. Eduardo Rozo
Graduate Student Panel
Hear from a panel of UA alumni who graduate in physics and astronomy about the realities of graduate school and why they chose to pursue a PhD.
Speakers: Sasha Safonova, Quadry Chance, Jenny Calahan, Dr. Tom McClintock
Wed. Sept 23rd & 30th 5PM Tim Eifler
Scientific Coding - Resources and examples Seminar 1 & 2
Computing and coding skills have become an important aspect of any career in science and industry, yet frequently people shy away from this topic because coders are sometimes seen as an elite group that is impossible to join. These seminars aim at reducing this barrier; we will go over some useful resources to get started with editors, repositories, programming, and showcase what computing and coding actually is: it’s for everyone.
Install Anaconda link
You can launch Jupyter Notebooks and Jupyter Lab from the Anaconda interface
Workshop 1 Meeting Slides
Workshop 2: Link to Github Repo for Machine Learning Tutorial with Jupyter Lab
Wed. Sept 9th 5PM Gurtina Besla & Dr. Dione Rossiter
Attending virtual academic conferences
Specific emphasis SACNAS/NSBP/AISES & AAS/CUWiP •poster submissions. Learn how to make the most of these meetings
Wed. Aug 26th 5PM. Ewan Douglas
TIMESTEP Intern Presentations (Jobs in Industry)
Learn about internships you can pursue in the tech and instrumentation sectors of industry.
Spring 2020
Wed. April 15th OVER ZOOM!
Computational Tools for Research : Workshop
Join us for a crash course in coding skills needed for scientific research. Workshop will be run by Dr. Tim Eifler
Slides from the meeting are here
Wed. April 1st OVER ZOOM !
Preparing for your Summer Research Experience Meeting Slides: 1) Working Remotely 2) Reading Papers
Hear from fellow students about how they got the most out of their research experiences and learn best practices for working remotely. Guest Speakers: Jimena Stephenson & Jose Perez Chavez
Monday April 6th
TIMESTEP Summer Internship Applications are Due!!!
CANCELLED Wed. March 18th **4-6** PM
Careers in Science Communication Workshop
Come learn about careers in Science Communication in this interactive workshop led by Dr. Dione Rossiter
Wed. March 4th PAS 218
Resume Building & Interview Preparation
Bring working drafts of your resume to be edited by staff (Gurtina, David Smith) and experts from Rincon Research (Brie Finegold, Chris Fry, Mike Garcia). Learn how to set yourself up to apply for jobs in the private sector.
Wed. February 19th Steward Observatory N305
Internships & Industry Panel
Hear from a panel of industry leaders about expectations for interviews and applications for jobs in Space and Technology Sectors (WorldView, IR Labs, Rincon Research, Madden Media). Also details will be provided about the 2020 TIMESTEP Internship Program.
Wed. February 5th Steward Observatory N305
Gap Year Planning
Hear from UA alums about their experiences taking a gap year after graduating (Post-Baccalaureate programs and entering industry). Guest Speakers include:
Marina Dunn (Class of 2018), Tyler Baines (Class of 2018) & Junellie Gonzalez-Quiles
Wed. January 29th PAS 218
Research Opportunities Workshop #2
Bring a draft of your personal statement to apply for research or internship opportunities (REU, post-bac, bridge programs), as
well as a CV draft. Faculty and staff will be available to help you polish them for submission.
Wed. January 15th PAS 218
Research Opportunities Workshop #1
Bring a draft of your personal statement to apply for research or internship opportunities (REU, post-bac, bridge programs), as
well as a CV draft. Faculty and staff will be available to help you polish them for submission.
Fall 2019
Wed. December 4th Steward Observatory N305
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Overview
Learn when to get involved in research, how to find a project and approach professors, how to apply for national/international fellowships and how to find a paid research position.
Wed. November 20th Physics Department PAS 218
Graduate School Application Workshop #2
Bring an updated draft of your personal/research statements for grad school to be reviewed by faculty. RSVP required - please email timestepUA@gmail.com
Wed. November 6th Steward Observatory N305
Graduate School Application Workshop #1
Bring a draft of your personal/research statements for grad school to be reviewed by faculty. RSVP required - please email timestepUA@gmail.com
Wed. October 23rd Steward Observatory, N305
Applying for Graduate School: An Overview
Hear from faculty about what’s involved in applying for graduate school and how to set yourself up to be competitive. Get access to templates to help write your application materials.
**Fri. October 18th 12 PM Tamale Lunch! Steward Observatory N305
Meet Dr. Jorge Moreno
Join Dr. Moreno, Professor of Physics and Astronomy at Pomona College, for a discussion about career paths and life as a Latinx scientist.
Wed. October 9th Physics Department PAS 218
What it's like to be a Graduate Student
Hear from a panel of UA graduate students in physics and astronomy about the realities of graduate school and why they chose to pursue a PhD.
Wed. August 28th Steward Observatory N305
Jobs in Industry for Astronomy and Physics Majors
Presentations by Astronomy and Physics majors about their experiences in the TIMESTEP Intership program at: Rincon Research, IR Labs, Spectral Instruments, Free Fall Aerospace, NOAOA Data Lab, UA Solar Labs.
Spring 2019
Wed. April 24th Steward Observatory N305
Reading Journal Papers
Prepare for your summer research positions by learning how to read academic journal papers. Meeting led by UA Postdoc Dr. Carlos Vargas. Handout here
Wed. April 10th PAS 218
Growth Mindset & Handling Anxiety
Difficult classes got you down? Learn how to adopt a growth mindset to approach challenging problems in your academic and career, and strategies to bounce back from setbacks and handle anxiety.
Wed. March 27th PAS 218
Gap Year Planning
Guest Visitor: Nicole Zawadzki, (Class of ’18, now at Adler Planetarium) and Quadry Chance (Class of '18, now at Fisk-Vanderbilt Bridge Program). Come learn about masters programs, Bridge Programs and internships to help you plan your time after graduation and before your next step (be it graduate school or another exciting career path).
Wed. March 13th PAS 218
Resumes and Job Applications
Is your resume terrible? Don’t know where to start? Find out how to start building your resume, how to talk about your technical experience, and apply for jobs/internship. This is mandatory for anyone planning to apply for the TIMESTEP Internship
Wed. Feb 27th Steward Observatory N305
Internships and Careers in Industry
Not sure what careers are open to you with a degree in Physics and Astronomy?
Hear from local Tucson tech companies to learn about summer internship opportunities and how to pursue a career in the tech sector. Funding available for juniors!
Mon. Feb 18th 10 AM Steward Observatory N305
Meeting Dr. Jenny Greene, Aaronson Prize Winner
Come meet with Dr. Jenny Greene, Professor of Astronomy at Princeton University, this year’s Aaronson Prize Winner. Dr. Greene will be giving a public talk at Steward on Feb 18th at 7:30 PM in N210
Wed. Feb 13th Steward Observatory N305
Microaggressions and Bystander Training
Learn about microaggressions and positive strategies for dealing with difficult situations in your classes and internships.
Guest Speaker: Sherard Robbins Visceral Change
Thurs. Jan 30th 11 AM Steward Observatory N305
Meeting with Dra. Gloria Delgado Inglada
Dra Delgado Inglada is a researcher in the Instituto de Astronomía at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) in Mexico City. Originally from Madrid, Spain, she studied Physics at the University Complutense of Madrid and then moved to the University of La Laguna (Tenerife) for the specialty in Astrophysics.
Wed. Jan 30th PAS 218
Research Personal Statement Review #2
Bring a draft of your personal statement to apply for research or internship opportunities. Faculty and staff will be available to help. MUST RSVP to gbesla@email.arizona.edu
Wed. Jan 23rd Steward Observatory N305
Research Personal Statement Review #1
Bring a draft of your personal statement to apply for research or internship opportunities. Faculty and staff will be available to help.
Wed. Jan. 16th Steward Observatory N305
Research Opportunities Overview
Learn when to get involved in research, how to find a project, how to find a paid research position.
Fall 2018
Wed. Dec. 5th
End of Semester Social
Join us for food, games, and fun to unwind from the semester and take a break before finals!
Wed. Dec. 5th Steward N305
Graduate School Application Writing Workshop #2
Bring a draft of your personal statements for grad school to be reviewed by faculty.
Tues. Dec. 4th 12 PM Guerrero Center, Chavez Building rm 211
Lunch with Dr. Enrico Ramirez-Ruiz
Come meet Dr. Enrico Ramirez-Ruiz, professor and chair of the Astronomy Department at UC Santa Cruz
Wed. Nov. 28th Steward Observatory N305
Presenting Posters/Talks at Conferences
Learn more about conferences for the American Physics Society and the American Astronomical Society and how to present your research and create posters.
Wed. Nov. 7th Steward N305
Graduate School Application Writing Workshop #1
Bring a draft of your personal statements for grad school to be reviewed by faculty. Hear tips about applying from current graduate students.
Wed. Oct 24th Steward Observatory N305
Applying for Graduate School
Hear from faculty about what’s involved in applying for graduate school and how to set yourself up to be competitive.
Wed. Oct 10th PAS 218
What it’s like to be a Graduate Student
Hear from a panel of graduate students in physics, astronomy, math about graduate school.
Wed. Sep 26th Steward Observatory N305
Out in STEM
Learn about the oSTEM UA chapter and resources at the LGBTQ+ center.
Wed. Sep 12th PAS 218
Navigating the First Two Years
Hear from current juniors/seniors about the ways to be successful at UA. Designed for freshman/ sophomores/transfer but open to all students.
Sep 12th 2018 TIMESTEP Meeting about "Navigating the astronomy and physics majors programs", led by TIMESTEP Leaders: Massimo Pascale, Emily Walla, Mackenzie James & Chirag Rathi
**Fri. Sep 7th 4 PM** Steward Observatory N305
Astronomy Club & TIMESTEP Tech Interns
Come join Astronomy Club and hear from STEM undergraduates about their summer internships with Tucson-based tech companies.
Wed. Aug 29th Steward Observatory N305
Getting Involved in Astronomy/Physics
Hear from current students and other reps about clubs, outreach, research, tutoring and student resources to prepare for your fall semester.
Spring 2018
Wed. May 2nd Steward Observatory Courtyard
End of Semester Mixer
Wed. April 18th Steward N305
Do I Have to?: Navigating your Introversion in Higher Education. Guest Speaker: Sherard Robbins
Wed. April 4th Steward N305
Tucson Tech Internship Fair
We’ll introduce you to local tech start-ups in the Tucson area looking for employees with your skillsets!
Wed. March 30th Steward N305
Meeting with Dr. Sally Oey
Wed. March 28th PAS 218
Resume Building and LinkedIn Workshop
Learn how to set up your resume to land jobs in industry!
Wed. March 14th
Steward N305
Radical Self-Care for Students of Color. Guest Speaker: Dr. Nicole Cabrera Salazar
Join a workshop to discuss how to take care of your mental health as you navigate your degree
Wed. Feb 28th Steward N305
What it’s like to be a graduate student in Physics and Astronomy
Hear from graduate students about the realities of pursuing a graduate degree in Physics and Astronomy.
Wed. Feb 21st PAS 218
Scholarship Applications and Study Abroad
Find out how to fund yourself to help pay for your education, conferences and applications for graduate school
Wed. Feb 7th Steward N305
Navigating UA as an International or Immigrant Student
Hear from other international students about UA resources, support structures, scholarships and research opportunities available for non-US citizens and students from immigrant families.
Wed. Jan 24th Steward N305
Undergraduate Research Application Workshop
Hands-on workshop for research statements and emailing faculty to apply for research positions
Wed. Jan 17th PAS 218
Undergraduate Research Opportunities: Overview
Overview of Undergraduate research opportunities in STEM. Including opportunities for non-US citizens.
Fall 2017
Wed. December 13th Steward N305
End of Semester Social
Come take a break with TIMESTEP
Wed. December 6th - PAS 218 (Physics)
Attending & Presenting at Conferences
Learn how to present posters and attend academic conferences like APS and the AAS.
November 27th - Steward N305
Guest Speaker: Prof. Renee Hložek studies a variety of problems in theoretical and observational cosmology. Come hear about her career path! See Dr. Hložek talk!
November 9th - Steward N305
Workshop: Gaduate School/REU Personal Statement Review Bring a draft of your personal statements for graduate school or research application to be reviewed by faculty.
October 19th - PAS 218
Applying for graduate school in Physics & Astronomy. Hear from a panel of faculty who have served on graduate admission committees. : Kaitlin Kratter and Koen Visscher
October 4th - Steward N305
Addressing Bias Guest: Sherard Robbins. We all hold biases - learn how to recognize and neutralize them in this interactive workshop.
September 20th Steward N305
Setting Yourself Up for Academic Success: Learn about resources on and off campus to help you in your studies - from scholarships (e.g. NSF), forming study groups, taking advanage of tutoring, study tips and getting involved in professional organizations.
September 6th - PAS 218
Navigating the First Two Years of Physics/Astronomy: Hear from current juniors/seniors in the program about the best ways to be successful in the first couple years of the Physics and Astronomy programs. Discussion lead by Physics, Optics and Astronomy Majors: Khalid Omer, Kevin Perez and Marina Dunn
Sep 6th 2017 TIMESTEP Meeting about "Navigating the astronomy and physics majors programs", led by Physics, Optics and Astronomy seniors: Khalid Omer, Kevin Perez and Marina Dunn
August 30th - Steward N305
Welcome & Mixer : Meet your fellow students and hear about TIMESTEP workshops coming up in Fall 2017. Followed by a social with the graduate students in the Steward Courtyard
Spring 2017
April 26th 2017 5:00 PM Steward Observatory N305
GitHub & Coding Practices #2 Hands On Exercise
April 19th 2017 5:00 PM Steward Observatory N305
GitHub & Coding Practices #1
April 5th 2017 5:00 PM Steward Observatory N305
LinkedIn & Resumes Slides
March 22nd 2017 5:00 PM Steward Observatory N305
"The Imposter Syndrome”
March 3rd 2017 1:00 PM PAS 218
Meeting with Dr. Risa Wechsler (Professor at Stanford & Cosmologist)
February 15th 2017 5:00 PM Steward Observatory N305
“Study Abroad Program & Funding Opportunities“
Daniel Ploeg, Senior Coordinator dvanderp@email.arizona.edu Study Abroad Office
February 1st 2017 5:00 PM Steward Observatory N305
“Applying for Internships” Career Resources
January 18th 2017 5:00 PM Steward Observatory N305
“Applying for REUs: Workshop” Research Opportunities at UA
Fall 2016
December 7th 2016 5:00 PM Steward Observatory N305
“Attending Conferences and Developing the Elevator Pitch”
November 30th 2016 5:00 PM Physics PAS 218
“SAIL initiative to promote scientifically supported study habits”
November 16th 2016 5:00 PM Steward Observatory N305
“Grad School & REU Application Writing Workshop”
November 15th 2016 4:00 PM Steward Observatory N305
“Discussing the Election”
November 4th 2016 1:00 PM PAS 218
“Meeting with Dr. Ana Maria Rey, MacArthur Award Recipient”
October 27th 2016 2:30 PM
"Meeting with Dr. Nia Imara"
October 19th 2016 5:00 PM Steward Observatory N305
“Applying to Graduate School” Discussion led by Dr. Kaitlin Kratter and Dr. Bryan LeRoy
October 3rd 2016 5:00 PM Steward Observatory N305
‘Think Tank & Thriving in Math” Online Tutoring, Drop In Tutoring at THINK TANK
September 21st 2016 5:00 PM Steward Observatory N305
“Navigating the first two years in the Physics & Astronomy programs”
Discussion lead by astro & physics juniors Quadry Chance & Rafia Bushra Slides from Rafia
September 12th 2016 5:00 PM Steward Observatory N305
“Outreach and getting involved in the Astronomy & Physics Departments”
August 29th 2016 5:00 PM Steward Observatory N305
"Resources for Undergrads"
Spring 2016
April 13th 2016 4:00 PM Department of Physics
"Career Paths Outside Academia Part 2”
March 29th 2016 4:00 PM Steward Observatory N305
"Career Paths Outside Academia Part 1"
Feb 23rd 2016 4:00 PM Steward Observatory N305
"Beating the Imposter Syndrome and Overcoming Discouraging Comments"
Jan 20th 2016 4:00 PM Steward Observatory N305
"Research Opportunities for Undergrads in Astronomy and Physics"
Fall & Spring 2015
Dec 4th 2015 3:00 PM Flandrau Upper Meeting Room
"Attending conferences like the AAS"
Nov 24th 2015 3 PM Steward Observatory N305
"Applying for Graduate School"
Oct 21st 2015 4 PM Steward Observatory N305
"Anti-Harassment Policies at UA"
Resources: UA Policy Article by Goni Halevi (undergrad at UC Berkeley)
Sept 15th 2015 3 PM N305 Steward Observatory
"How to succeed in the first two years of the physics/astronomy program at UA” lead by Jiani Ding and David Setton
May 4th 2015 12 PM N305 Steward Observatory
"Advice from graduating seniors"
March 24th 2015 4 PM
"Imposter Syndrome and Unconscious Bias"