STARS II
(Application Process is for Juniors Only)
The Science, Technology, and Research Scholars II Program (STARS II) is a highly
selective program for junior year students. Students will participate in a science
research project until they graduate during the spring 2008; summer 2008; fall 2008;
and spring 2009.
STARS II is a program for junior year students who are underrepresented in the
sciences to include students of color, women, economically disadvantaged, first
generation college students and the physically challenged with majors in biology,
molecular biophysics and biochemistry, chemistry, chemical engineering, biomedical
engineering, applied physics, geology, and computer science.
STARS II scholars receive compensation during the academic year up to ten
hours a week for 26 weeks for research in their respective research groups. In the
summer they receive a stipend to continue their research for ten weeks, either at Yale
University or at another academic or industrial site approved by their mentors.
In February 2008 an official welcome is held for the STARS II juniors and their
mentors. STARS II senior scholars are required to present final research projects to
their colleagues and mentors during a dinner held each April of the senior year. This
dinner also serves as an opportunity for STARS II junior scholars to see what is
expected for their presentation in the senior year.
STARS Enrichment Activities
STARS scholars enjoy special dinners with scientists in various disciplines from
Yale and other universities, as well as the traditional study breaks and dinners with
group members.
STARS students in research are strongly encouraged to participate in a full
range of scientific professional activities. Faculty encourage scholars to attend and
present during regional and national scientific conferences.
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SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND RESEARCH SCHOLARS
(STARS II PROGRAM)
PREAPPLICATION - JUNIORS ONLY
DEADLINE: Tuesday, October 23, 2007 - 4:30 p.m.
Attn: Dean Pamela Y. George SSS, Room 110, Yale College Dean’s Office.
Use Computer or typewriter to complete the application.
Name ( Last, First, Middle): ___________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
Yale Mailing Address:_________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
Yale Telephone Number_______________________________________________
Yale email address:___________________________________________________
Student SID#:________________________________________________________
College:__________________________________
Class Yr. _________________
Sex: (M)ale_________ (F)emale ____________
Race/Ethnic Background. Please Check all that apply.
Black/African American (Specific Ethnic Origin)___________________________
Asian/Asian American (Specific Ethnic Origin)_____________________________
Caucasian (Specific Ethnic Origin)________________________________________
Hispanic/Latino/a (Specific Ethnic Origin) ________________________________
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Native American (Specific Tribe) __________________________________________
Multiracial (Specify) _____________________________________________________
Status in U. S.: (C) itizen, (R) esident Alien, (N)on resident Alien or
citizen_________ Financial Aid Provided (Y or N): ____________
Major:
Do you have a mentor for your proposed research project?
If yes, mentor(s) name and department?
If no, who are you considering to contact to be a mentor for your project?
Name and department?
RESEARCH STATEMENT: Limit your response to one page or less
Proposed research project.
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DEADLINE: Tuesday, October 23, 2007 - 4:30 p.m.
Attn: Dean Pamela Y. George SSS, Room 110, Yale College Dean’s Office.
Questions? Email: pamela.george@yale.edu or kenneth.nelson@yale.edu
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