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Are you interested in raising money for your chapter or helping other students succeed in their physics or astronomy journey? Use Pi Day as an excuse to give back! Plan a “Pi Your Professor” fundraiser to raise money for your chapter – find ideas on how to host an event here.
Interested in giving back to future students? Donate to SPS or Sigma Pi Sigma in an increment of Pi! $3.14 from a lot of people can go a long way to fund travel or outreach for students in the future. Donate here!
Celebrate Women's History Month
During March, SPS and AIP are highlighting resources and materials to celebrate the accomplishments of women in science. Be sure to follow our social channels, @AIP_HQ, @AIP_TEAMUP, @Michael_AIP, @AIP_Library, @AIP_History, @SPSNational, @AIP_Stats, @PhysicsToday, and join in on the conversation!
SPS Scholarships & Spring Awards DUE TOMORROW!
Interested in applying for scholarships, getting recognized for your research, or letting your advisor know how awesome they are? Be sure to get your applications in for any of the awards by TOMORROW, March 15 to be considered.
For undergraduate students with the potential and intention for continued scholastic success who are in financial need. Particular consideration is given to those that may have overcome significant obstacles in their professional journey. This scholarship is supported by Google.
Provided to students based on exceptional research achievement in any physics-related field
Up to $2,000 provided for travel/registration to attend one AIP member society meeting and a $500 honorarium for the student and $500 for the SPS chapter
Awarded based on leadership, student leadership development, support, and encouragement the advisor has provided to the chapter; Must have received an Outstanding Chapter Award within the past two years
Awarded $6000 divided between the recipient, SPS chapter, and department
Why Accept an Invitation to Sigma Pi Sigma - The Physics & Astronomy Honor Society?
Imagine this: You’ve been invited to join Sigma Pi Sigma, the nation’s only honor society dedicated to scholarship and service in Physics and Astronomy. Is it worth it? Should you join? What does it mean to be a member? All these questions and more are answered in this webinar for students interested in becoming a member. Join Assistant Director of Sigma Pi Sigma, Andrew Zeidell, every week starting March 16th at 2 PM EST. The sessions will last around 15 mins. Register to attend at the link provided above! We hope to see you there.
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Upcoming Scientific Meetings - Students Welcome
APS March Meeting, March 5 – 10: Las Vegas, NV (Virtual meeting March 20-22)
Registration is open. Find meeting information here.
APS April Meeting, April 15 – 18: Minneapolis, MN (Virtual meeting April 24-26)
Registration is open. Find presentation information here.
Optica CLEO, May 7 – 12: San Jose, CA
Registration is open. Find meeting information here.
Abstract submission is open. Find meeting information here.
AAPM 65 Annual Meeting, July 23 – 27: Houston, TX
Abstract submission closes TODAY, February 28. Find submission information here.
Upcoming Zone Meetings – Contact your ZC or AZC for more information
Zone 13, March 23-25, Texas A&M University-Commerce (APS/AAPT Sections)
Zone 10, March 24-25, Rhodes College
Zone 11, March 24-26, North Dakota State University
Zone 16, March 24-26, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Univ
Zone 4, March 31-April 1, University of Virginia
Zone 17, April 14-15, University of Washington
Zone 15, April 14-15, University of Utah
Zone 18, April 21-22, San Diego State University
SPS offers Travel Awards to members presenting their research at AIP member society meetings and Reporter Awards for individuals and chapters. A limited number of awards of up to $300 will be offered. Apply Today!
SPS Featured Jobs & Internships - Check them out at SPSJobs
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