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GEM-SET DIGEST FOR December 22, 2004
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Happy Holidays to all the GEM-SET members from coast to coast!
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
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FIELD TRIP OPPORTUNITY
Please join the Chicago mentors at the UIC Virtual Reality
in Medicine Lab, a chance to see how physicians-in-training
learn to do surgery with computers!
DATE: THURSDAY, January 20th from 4:30pm-5:30pm
Participants must provide their own transportation.
E-mail to GEM-SET@uic.edu
for more information.
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JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Check the GEM-SET Job Bulletin Board for career opportunities
in Science, Engineering, and Technology at http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/jobopportunities.htm
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DECEMBER QUESTION-OF-THE-MONTH
There is much debate about the safety of genetically modified
(GM) food. What is your opinion on this? Picture yourself
as a member of a biosafety committee trying to decide if genetically
modified food should be approved in your community. Would
you vote yes, no, or maybe? Why?
Send your response to GEM-SET@uic.edu. All respondents will
be eligible for the prize drawing to win books on biotechnology
and bioethics.
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive041222q1.htm
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QUESTIONS FOR MENTORS
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Q: (Initially posted December 22, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER
KUNJAL P. in NY
In my AP biology class, we just learned about DNA technology.
Specifically the process of DNA "cloning". By cloning
the gene that codes for insulin one can produces insulin in
large amounts for diabetics. I was wondering, why couldn't
they extract cells from a diabetic's pancreas and then inject
the insulin gene into it? My teacher said it was because the
cells that were re-injected back into the pancreas did not
replicate. Why don't they? Are they working on different methods
to get insulin to diabetics with out daily injections? How
exactly does the insulin administered from a pill form work
in the body? Thanks!
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Q: (Initially posted December 22, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER
JENNIFER I. IN CA
Hi,
I am interested in doing electrical engineering and computer
science in college.
Can you tell me more about these two areas...such as why it's
good to learn
them, their benefits, etc?
Thank you in advance!
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Q: (Initially posted December 22, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER
CHRISTIE O. IN WA
Hello! Happy Holidays to everyone! I am curious to
know how I could find out places in Seattle, WA for
good internships or part-time summer jobs for this
coming summer of 2005? I am a senior in high school
and I would like to get some more work experience if
possible. Would any you know of any contacts or online
sites that I could contact for more information? Thank you!
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Q: (Initially posted December 22, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER
ASHLEY R. IN WA
I was wondering if there are any GEM-SET mentors who work
for the heath department. I'm interested in learning more
about this field and was wondering where I should look towards
gaining information and what classes I should be taking in
college.
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MENTOR RESPONSES:
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Q: (Initially posted December 10, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBERS
ALYSSA C., LAURA B. and NOEL I. in NJ
We are members of the Technology Student Association (TSA
see http://www.tsawww.org)
at High Point High School. We are working on a state-wide
competition project. Our category is Technological Systems,
that will solve an environmental problem in our area. [Would
you know any environmental problems that exist in most areas
but are not commonly addressed by technological systems?
A:
http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive041222q2.htm
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Q: (Initially posted December 10, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER
CORINNE C. IN CA
Nowadays, it appears as a lot of people are trying to get
into the technology, science, and engineering
fields. I'm wondering if any of the mentors think that these
fields are closed and are truly harder to get into. Is it
really that competitive?
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive041222q3.htm
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Q: (Initially posted December 10, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER
KYUNGMIN L. IN IL
Hi! I am a senior in high school who is very confused about
her future plans for college. When I was filling out my applications
for college [finally finished! ] I had to indicate my interests
in a major (or at least pick my top three). I know that I
want to pursue a career in Medicine, however am VERY unsure
about my major as an undergraduate student. Could you maybe
suggest some majors that might help me in the future (as a
graduate student)? Although I have a strong interest in Chemistry,
I have a passion for Economics and Mathematics. Is it okay
to declare a double-major in Economics and Mathematics or
double-major in Economics and Chemistry, or is it more beneficial
to take Chemistry or other sciences? Thanks a bunch in advance!
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive041222q4.htm
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Q: (Initially posted December 10, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER
EMILY M. IN NJ
Hello, I'm a senior in high school trying to figure out what
i want to do with the rest of my life. I want to be an Engineer
but I have really bad math grades and I'm not really good
at it. I want to know if there is something that I can do
that [does not demand high math skills.] I originally
wanted to be aeronautical engineer. Thank you for your time.
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive041222q5.htm
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GEM-SET DIGEST FOR December 10, 2004
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Girls' Electronic Mentoring in Science, Engineering, and Technology
Please send all announcements, questions, and responses to
GEM-SET@uic.edu and include
your NAME and STATE with each submission.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Welcome to new GEM-SET Mentor Ding-Lynn Ledgard, Grants Financial
Analyst at the Bureau of Labor Statistics in Washington, DC.
To learn more about Ding-Lynn's career, go to her biography
page listed at http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/mentors/dledgard.htm
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Welcome to new GEM-SET Student Members Aryana C. and Lia S.
from the MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE INSTITUTE in MA and Valerie S.
from NEW CHOICES/NEW OPTIONS SMART GIRLS at the PA COLLEGE
OF TECHNOLOGY.
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FIELD TRIP OPPORTUNITY
Please join the UIC College of Engineering & WISE on a
tour of the Caterpillar facility in Aurora, Illinois
DATE: THURSDAY, December 16th from 10 am - 3 pm
Participants must provide their own transportation.
E-mail to GEM-SET@uic.edu
for more information and to register.
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JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Check the GEM-SET Job Bulletin Board for career opportunities
in Science, Engineering, and Technology at http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/jobopportunities.htm
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DECEMBER QUESTION-OF-THE-MONTH
There is much debate about the safety of genetically modified
(GM) food. What is your opinion on this? Picture yourself
as a member of a biosafety committee trying to decide if genetically
modified food should be approved in your community. Would
you vote yes, no, or maybe? Why?
Send your response to GEM-SET@uic.edu.
All respondents will be eligible for the prize drawing to
win books on biotechnology and bioethics.
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive041210q1.htm
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QUESTIONS FOR MENTORS
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Q: (Initially posted December 10, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBERS
ALYSSA C., LAURA B. and NOEL I. in NJ
We are members of the Technology Student Association (TSA
see http://www.tsawww.org) at High Point High School. We are
working on a state-wide competition project. Our category
is Technological Systems, that will solve an environmental
problem in our area. [Would you know any environmental problems
that exist in most areas but are not commonly addressed by
technological systems?
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Q: (Initially posted December 10, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER
CORINNE C. IN CA
Nowadays, it appears as a lot of people are trying to get
into the technology, science, and engineering
fields. I'm wondering if any of the mentors think that these
fields are closed and are truly harder to get into. Is it
really that competitive?
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Q: (Initially posted December 10, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER
KYUNGMIN L. IN IL
Hi! I am a senior in high school who is very confused about
her future plans for college. When I was filling out my applications
for college [finally finished! ] I had to indicate my interests
in a major (or at least pick my top three). I know that I
want to pursue a career in Medicine, however am VERY unsure
about my major as an undergraduate student. Could you maybe
suggest some majors that might help me in the future (as a
graduate student)? Although I have a strong interest in Chemistry,
I have a passion for Economics and Mathematics. Is it okay
to declare a double-major in Economics and Mathematics or
double-major in Economics and Chemistry, or is it more beneficial
to take Chemistry or other sciences? Thanks a bunch in advance!
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Q: (Initially posted December 10, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER
EMILY M. IN NJ
Hello, I'm a senior in high school trying to figure out what
i want to do with the rest of my life. I want to be an Engineer
but I have really bad math grades and I'm not really good
at it. I want to know if there is something that I can do
that [does not demand high math skills.] I originally
wanted to be aeronautical engineer. Thank you for your time.
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MENTOR RESPONSES:
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Q: (Initially posted November 29, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER
JOSIE K. GA
Is there any good advice you can give me about choosing my
major in
college? I am a junior in high school and currently have no
idea as to
what I want to major in, so I am open to all suggestions.
Thanks in
advance!
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive041210q2.htm
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Q: (Initially posted November 20, 2004) FROM VALERIE G. IN
TX
I am from Texas and I want to know if [there are any mentors]
with children? How can you juggle a family plus pursue your
dreams?
A:
http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive041210q3.htm
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GEM-SET DIGEST FOR December 3, 2004
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Girls' Electronic Mentoring in Science, Engineering, and Technology
Please send all announcements, questions, and responses to
GEM-SET@uic.edu and include
your NAME and STATE with each submission.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Attention MENTORS...Science, engineering, and technology speakers
are needed at two events. Please consider these speaking engagements
if feasible:
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EVENT IN SEATTLE AREA: FOUR SPEAKERS NEEDED! One person will
spend the day at
a Women in Science, Math and Technology conference on January
21st in
Bothell, WA as a member of a panel that will highlight programs
girls can
access while still in junior and senior high school. Featured
programs will be
Tech Prep, NEVAC and GEM SET. Additional mentors are needed
to share insights about your career in Science, Math
or Engineering. Are you willing to share your story with 240
junior high school girls from the Northshore School District?
If interested, please send name and phone contact to GEM-SET
@uic.edu.
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EVENT IN VERNON TOWNSHIP, NJ
Engineering mentors...would you like to share your career
stories with an all female high school engineering class at
Vernon High School? Date and time to be determined. If interested,
please send name and phone contact to GEM-SET@uic.edu.
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GEM-SET Field Trip scheduled at the University of Illinois
at Chicago (UIC) on Thursday, December 9th, 4:00pm-5:30pm.
Learn about the world of forensic science from Dr. R.E. Gaensslen,
Director of Forensic Science at UIC. All mentors and GEM-SET
students are invited to attend. Location: 833 South Wood Street,
Room 111, First floor UIC College of Pharmacy. To RSVP, send
name and e-mail address to GEM-SET@uic.edu.
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DECEMBER QUESTION-OF-THE-MONTH
There is much debate about the safety of genetically modified
(GM) food. What is your opinion on this? Picture yourself
as a member of a biosafety committee trying to decide if genetically
modified food should be approved in your community. Would
you vote yes, no, or maybe? Why?
Send your reponse to GEM-SET@uic.edu.
All respondents will be eligible for the prize drawing to
win books on biotechnology and bioethics.
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NOVEMBER QUESTION-OF-THE-MONTH respondents will receive 2005
women's health calendars. To view responses click on the link
below:
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive041203q1.htm
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Mentor Responses:
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Q: (Initially posted November 29, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER
SALLY K. IN CA
Hi, I am a junior in high school right now and I will be doing
a speech about stem cell research. I will be talking about
the benefits of stem cell research. However, I want to know
if there are any solutions to the expensive cost involved
in the stem cell research. Are there any ways where stem cell
research will be more affordable and not so expensive?
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive041203q2.htm
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Q: (Initially posted November 29, 2004) FROM STUDENT MEMBER
JOSIE K. GA
Is there any good advice you can give me about choosing my
major in college? I am a junior in high school and currently
have no idea as to
what I want to major in, so I am open to all suggestions.
Thanks in
advance!
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive041203q3.htm
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Q: (Initially posted November 20, 2004) FROM VALERIE G. IN
TX
I am from Texas and I want to know if [there are any mentors]
with children? How can you juggle a family plus pursue your
dreams?
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive041129q1.htm
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Q: (Initially posted November 20, 2004) LAUREN S. IN CT
I have been told that advertising is an awesome career. How
can science and
technology tie in with advertising?
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive041129q2.htm
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Q: (Initially posted November 10, 2004) FROM KATIE C. IN NJ
What is a good, inexpensive engineering school in California?
A:
http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive041129q3.htm
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Q: (Initially posted November 10, 2004) FROM SAM IN NJ
Is Syracuse University a good college 4 or 5 year program
for architecture?
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive041129q4.htm
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Q: (Initially posted November 10, 2004) FROM MELISSA IN NJ
I want to be an interior designer, so how is engineering going
to play a factor in my future career goals? Do you think it
will improve my knowledge later in my career field?
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive041129q5.htm
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Q: (Initially posted November 10, 2004) FROM CASEY IN NJ
I want to go to William Patterson for nursing, so is Engineering
going to help me in my near future, or is it a waste to take
[an engineering class in high school]? Is there any
relevance between engineering and nursing?
A: http://www.uic.edu/orgs/gem-set/archive041129q6.htm
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