UCLA Civil and Environmental Engineering Graduate Student Announcements

  Dear Bruin Graduate Student Community and Colleagues: The UCLA Sustainable LA Grand Challenge is now accepting applications to its signature graduate student offering, the  Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Fellows Program , which will form its third cohort during Summer 2023 and/or Academic Year 2023–24. We are seeking graduate students looking to make a transformative difference in the Los Angeles region. Fellows will be co-mentored by a UCLA faculty member and an external stakeholder, and these projects will be co-developed among the student and mentors to address an immediate and actionable need in the region. Applicants should be passionate, innovative and highly motivated to make change in urban sustainability through the lens of equity, diversity and inclusion. Up to three students will be supported in the 2023–24 cycle of this program. And, for the first time, thanks to a generous gift, one of these fellowship opportunities will be named the Liquid I.V. Impact ED...

We are holding a series of workshops that provide tips for effective scientific writing (see below for Handshake links--sign up to receive Zoom info). Strategies for Writing Scientific Papers This workshop will focus on strategies for self-editing structure and style in scientific writing. It will also address strategies for improving flow, clarity, and conciseness, as well as general tips for healthy writing. Monday, March 27th, 1:00–2:00 PM RSVP on Handshake to receive Zoom information:   https://ucla.joinhandshake. com/edu/events/1266466 Creating Effective Figures and Visual Aids This workshop focuses on strategies for designing effective figures and visual materials. The workshop will also introduce different software packages that can be used to create high-quality figures and offer further resources for learning these programs. Tuesday, March 28th, 1:00–2:00 PM RSVP on Handshake to receive Zoom information:   https://ucla.joinhandshake. com/edu/events/1266471 Organizing ...

This program is for graduate students who are writing large-scale projects like master's theses or capstones, doctoral dissertations or proposals, or manuscripts for publication. The program provides dedicated time to focus on writing and has online and in-person options .  T his program will meet 9:00 –4 :15pm, Monday – Thursday, March 27th – 30th. Deadline to apply is Wednesday, March 22nd. After registering for the program, you will receive Zoom information and other details. For a more detailed program description and link to the application, please  scroll to the bottom  of our website:  https://gwc.gsrc.ucla.edu/ Programs

Strategies for Writing Scientific Papers This workshop will focus on strategies for self-editing structure and style in scientific writing. It will also address strategies for improving flow, clarity, and conciseness, as well as general tips for healthy writing. Monday, March 27th, 1:00–2:00 PM RSVP on Handshake to receive Zoom information:   https://ucla.joinhandshake. com/edu/events/1266466 Creating Effective Figures and Visual Aids This workshop focuses on strategies for designing effective figures and visual materials. The workshop will also introduce different software packages that can be used to create high-quality figures and offer further resources for learning these programs. Tuesday, March 28th, 1:00–2:00 PM RSVP on Handshake to receive Zoom information:   https://ucla.joinhandshake. com/edu/events/1266471 Organizing and Managing Larger Projects This workshop will give an overview of how to organize and manage large scale writing projects, especially in STEM fields....

The   UCLA Financial Aid and Scholarships Registered Student Application   is about to reopen for the upcoming year on   Saturday, March 18, 2023. The following awards require only the general application submission: ·                 Malcolm R. Stacey Memorial Scholarship ·                 Paulson Scholarship Fund ·                 Werner R. Scott Fund (Award is on hold and has been removed while we await a decision on our proposal to the UC Regents from spring 2022 to revise severely limiting criteria.  New proposal: “To support scholarships for worthy, faithful and needy students, both male and female, residing in Hawaii.”    We will keep you posted if/when the proposal is approved and we can offer it again. The following awards...

The Magna Imperio Systems is looking to fill the vacancy of a senior research engineer to lead the Water  and Industrial Wastewater areas.  Job Description: Are you considered a Subject Matter Expert with Industrial Water and Wastewater treatments? Do you enjoy working with industries to create innovative solutions? Join our MI Systems Corporation Team. As a Senior R&D Engineer, you will take ownership of developing an innovative solution for our customers and ensure that we deliver a flawless service. You will lead the efforts in the identification, development, scale‐up, and industrialization of new products and processes for a variety of industrial markets. You will work with cross-functional teams to provide insight for bids on new opportunities for growth. Responsibilities: As a Sr R&D Engineer, you will be responsible for: ● Developing innovative new processes that support the company’s business objectives. This will include: ● New idea generation and project def...