Bridging Arizona Native American Students to Bachelor's Degrees(Bridges) Northern Arizona University

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1 Bridging Arizona Native American The Bridging Arizona Native American Students to Bachelor s Degrees (Bridges) at Northern Arizona University is a summer program designed to offer tribal/community college students the opportunity to get hands on research experience. The program consist of individual projects for each student in which the student well learn to collaborate with a faculty mentor and other research students in a research setting. This ten week program will give students the opportunity to development research methods and skills on a university scale while still attending a tribal/community college. Furthermore, this unique program is sponsored by the Bridges science/health research program in collaboration with the Partnership for Native American Cancer Prevention program. The program will include unique opportunities such as: 1. Laboratory procedures- introduction to laboratory, computer, and data analysis skills necessary for students choosing a career in science. Students will learn basic lab skills; e.g., quantitative measurement, working with glassware, basic lab safety. 2. Weekly research reviews/professional development Students will meet together with a program faculty member or coordinator to track student progress with their research, identify concerns and learn about the research of their peers. 3. Individual research projects. Students will work with their mentors and other lab students to research topics related to cancer, health or environmental sciences. 4. Presentation of research projects by students at an end of program poster session. 5. National Conference- Students will have the opportunity to present findings of research at a national conference. 6. Digital Story- Students will create at digital story of their summer experience at NAU. 7. Abstract and poster creation- Students will receive assistance in creating an abstract and poster. Research Project Examples Uranium as an environmental risk factor for cancer among the Navajo Dr. Jani Ingram. In this lab students will have the opportunity to analyze environmental samples to investigate the interaction of cells and natural uranium deposits. To study natural uranium deposits and reaction to relate to cancer development. Research projects in conjunction with Flagstaff Medical Center. The Role of MicroRNA Variation in Prostate Cancer Progression Within Native American Populations Dr. Jason Wilder. Within Native American populations, prostate cancer is the leading cause of cancer mortality. Students in the lab, are given the opportunity to practice genetic research to gain a better understanding of how a cancer such as prostate, progresses and poses more susceptibility to Native American populations.

2 Bridging Arizona Native American Applicant: COMPLETE EACH ITEM TO THE BEST OF YOUR KNOWLEDGE. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Selection process will be completed in mid-march. Please provide an address you are able to access from March to May so that we can contact you about your selection and other details. PART I GENERAL INFORMATION Application Deadline: 1st Friday in March Name: (Last, First, MI) Male Female Address: Tribal Affiliation: Date of Birth: Provide a copy of CIB or Tribal ID Will you need summer housing at NAU YES NO If so what type Single Family (children or spouse are only permitted in family units) CURRENT ADDRESS Street or P.O. Box #: City State Zip? Shipping Address (for FEDEX type mailings) Street? City State Zip? Contact numbers Telephone: ( )? Message: ( ) SUMMER ADDRESS Street or P.O. Box #: City State Zip? Shipping Address (for FEDEX type mailings) treet?? City State Zip?? Contact numbers Telephone: ( )? Message: ( ) Please inform us about any physical disabilities, medical conditions or transportation problems, if applicable. Have you been convicted of a felony or DUI within the past 7 years? YES NO Part II EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND College or University currently attending: Cumulative GPA: Address: City: State: Zip: College Classification: College Major: List any honors or awards you have received: List clubs or associations you are affiliated with: List other extracurricular activities: Check computer applications you have used: Word Excel Power Point Blackboard Online searches to find data for a research paper or report Have you applied to NAU YES NO If so when Are you a CCC to NAU student YES NO

3 Bridging Arizona Native American Applicant: COMPLETE EACH ITEM TO THE BEST OF YOUR KNOWLEDGE. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Selection process will be completed in mid-march. Please provide an address you are able to access from March to May so that we can contact you about your selection and other details. Part III SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT? Please have unofficial college transcripts from all Universities and College attended sent to: Christal Black, P.O. Box 5659, Flagstaff, AZ Part IV ESSAY 2 Please write an essay on how your participation in the Bridges program and Health Research will assist you in achieving your educational future goals and aspirations. Please include your thoughts on your values and how they can be integrated into a research environment. Include your current major and career interests (1-2 pages, typed, doublespace,12 pt. font, times new roman) Part V RESEARCH INTEREST TOPICS? Please indicate four research topics you have interest in 1) 2) 3) 4) A Completed application includes the following: 1) Essay 2) Application Form 3) A copy of all college/university transcripts (unoffical is acceptable) 4) A copy of CIB (Certificate of Indian Blood) 5) Two letters of recommendation 6) Resume For any other questions or additional program information Please feel free to contact: Christal Black- Christal.Black@nau.edu/ (928) Jani Ingram- Jani.Ingram@nau.edu/ (928) *All Materials must be sent to be considered* Deadline: FIRST FRIDAY of MARCH All materials need to be sent to: Christal Black P.O. Box 5659 Flagstaff, AZ *Past Research Abstracts can be found on BRIDGES webpage at nau.edu/bridges-to- Baccalaureate*

4 PART V RECOMMENDATION Students Name: (Last, First, MI) Bridging Arizona Native American TO THE PROGRAM APPLICANT: Please print or type your name, address, and the name of the person you have asked to provide the recommendation. Please ask two professional individuals to complete the Recommendation Form. The letters of recommendation should be from your sci ence, math, health or soci al science instructors who can comment on your academic performance. Students Mailing Address: City: State: Zip: Recommender s Name: Department: TO THE RECOMMENDER: The applicant named above is applying for a position as a student intern in the NAU Bridges Program. The purpose of the 10-week program is to develop interests and skills among Native American tribal/community college students. Please complete the information requested on this form. Your comments will be kept completely confidential. Your candid completion of this recommendation is greatly appreciated. Performs Requires How do you rate the Accomplished Does well in adequately reinforcement Not Applicant? 1 to 5 In this area this area in this area in this area observed 5 being the best student you have had. Intellectual & Reasoning Ability Academic Performance Maturity Initiative Responsibility Attention to Detail Oral Communication Skills Written Communication Skills Motivation and Effort Cooperation & Teamwork Computer Skills Research interests

5 Please add your comments, including an assessment of the applicant s potential performance as a student research intern. Include such topics as previous accomplishments, intellectual independence, capacity for analytical thinking, ability to organize and express ideas clearly and creatively, motivation, and scholarly potential. If you need additional space for your comments, please staple extra papers to this form. Please indicate your overall assessment of the applicant: Endorse Endorse with reservations Do not Endorse at this time Recommender s Name (Print or Type): Title: School or Agency: Address: Town/City: State: Zip: Telephone Number ( ) Address: Signature: Date: Thank you for your assistance Please Mail to Christal Black PO Box 5659, Flagstaff, AZ, 86011

6 PART V RECOMMENDATION Students Name: (Last, First, MI) Bridging Arizona Native American TO THE PROGRAM APPLICANT: Please print or type your name, address, and the name of the person you have asked to provide the recommendation. Please ask two professional individuals to complete the Recommendation Form. The letters of recommendation should be from your sci ence, math, health or soci al science instructors who can comment on your academic performance. Students Mailing Address: City: State: Zip: Recommender s Name: Department: TO THE RECOMMENDER: The applicant named above is applying for a position as a student intern in the NAU Bridges Program. The purpose of the 10-week program is to develop interests and skills among Native American tribal/community college students. Please complete the information requested on this form. Your comments will be kept completely confidential. Your candid completion of this recommendation is greatly appreciated. Performs Requires How do you rate the Accomplished Does well in adequately reinforcement Not Applicant? 1 to 5 In this area this area in this area in this area observed 5 being the best student you have had. Intellectual & Reasoning Ability Academic Performance Maturity Initiative Responsibility Attention to Detail Oral Communication Skills Written Communication Skills Motivation and Effort Cooperation & Teamwork Computer Skills Research interests

7 Please add your comments, including an assessment of the applicant s potential performance as a student research intern. Include such topics as previous accomplishments, intellectual independence, capacity for analytical thinking, ability to organize and express ideas clearly and creatively, motivation, and scholarly potential. If you need additional space for your comments, please staple extra papers to this form. Please indicate your overall assessment of the applicant: Endorse Endorse with reservations Do not Endorse at this time Recommender s Name (Print or Type): Title: School or Agency: Address: Town/City: State: Zip: Telephone Number ( ) Address: Signature: Date: Thank you for your assistance Please Mail to Christal Black PO Box 5659, Flagstaff, AZ, 86011