Bridges to the Stars
Mission
Bridges to the STARS is a bridge program offering support and scholarship assistance for women and minority students interested in science, math or technology based programs. The program addresses students' academic and personal development needs while sparking their interest and enthusiasm in scientific and technological fields. The goals of the program are: to recruit women and minority students, to assist them in developing foundation academic skills, to provide role models, to enhance access to career exploration and tutoring, to promote peer support and to familiarize students with the wide variety of jobs available in science, mathematics and emerging technologies.
News
News About The Bridges to the STARS Program
Bridges to the STARS is:
* A program for first-year college students to explore degrees based in mathematics, science or technology
* A supportive environment with other students interested in similar degrees
* Academic, career and personal growth counseling
* An opportunity for extensive career exploration
* A comprehensive learning experience
* A foundation for a technical degree or transfer into a 4 year college
To apply for the Scholarship Program you must be:
* A woman or a minority student in the first year of college
* A first generation college student or a student with financial need
* A MA resident and U.S. citizen, permanent resident or eligible non-citizen
To apply for the Scholarship Program you must submit:
* A GED or High School Diploma
* An application for admissions to NSCC
* A Financial Aid Application at NSCC (even if not eligible for aid)
* An application for the Bridges to the STARS Program
* A recommendation from a math or science teacher is recommended
.....(or employer if out of school for a few years)
During the Fall semester, students take:
* SSC101 - College Success Seminar - This is where all the STARS get to know each other and learn the skills and attitudes that it takes to be a successful student and future tech worker.
* CMP101 - Composition 1 OR COM012/014 College Reading 2 and College Writing 2
* A Math or Science course appropriate to the student's placement
* Elective courses chosen by the student to best complement their career goals
During the Spring semester, students take:
* SCI901 - Technical Awareness and Career Exploration and continue in appropriate courses for each person's career goals
For more information contact:
Nancy Tufo, Academic Counselor and Program Coordinator,
LW121, 781-593-6722 x6680
or download the Bridges to the STARS Application Form (PDF 42K).
Transfer Opportunities
Northeastern University
Advising Nights
Saturday, May 4, 10:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.
Main Boston Campus
Web Resources
Architecture
We had a visiting architect, Judy Pradell, in class and she suggested this site to view recent architecture built by one Boston firm she worked for. Enter the site and then click on Clients to choose various project to view.
Biotecnology
The Biomedical Science Careers Program, Inc.
This site includes a section on internships and job opprtunities.
Marine Biology
This is the web page for the Marine Science Center of Northeastern University. We participate in their "Marine Biology Experience Cruise" in the Spring semester.
National Institute for Women in Trades, Technology & Science
National Institute for Women in Trades, Technology & Science
Donna Milgram, Executive Director
Pathways to Technology Careers
This is a great web site for technology careers.
Women Role Models
The on-line home for women technicians.
Read our biographies and stories of diverse role models, join
WomenTech Talk ListServ, or visit the messageboard. Download a
flyer and help spread the word among technology students and
women working in the field, that they aren't alone anymore.
Upcoming and Past Events
Upcoming Events
The Biomedical Science Careers Program Presents the New England Science Symposium
The aim of the symposium (established in 2002) is to encourage postdoctoral fellows; medical, dental and graduate students; post-baccalaureates; colege and community college students (particularly underrepresented minority individuals) to present their research projects through oral or poster presentations; and for all participants to exchange ideas that can further their career development, and to expand their professional network.
The Harvard Medical School Minority Faculty Development Program and the Biomedical Science Careers Program (BSCP) will hold the Biomedical Science Careers Student Conference on
Apr 3, 2009
8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
The Joseph B. Martin Conference Center at Harvard Medical School
Students interested in this workshop, may come to the Student Support Center (LW121) to discuss the program with me (Nancy Tufo) or Ray Parker.
Ray Parker often accompanies a group of students from North Shore.
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Watch for new listings!
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Past Events: These tend to happen once a year.
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NEBHE Science Network at MIT
The Fall Science Network will be held all day on
A Saturday in November
Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Last year NSCC students accompanied by Ray Parker, Academic Counselor and Advisor to the Pre-Med students attended the event. They were excited by the contacts they made and the information that they were given.
The Science Network links professionals with over 400 students of color at the high school, college and graduate school levels to inspire and encourage them toward a successful and rewarding career in science, technology, mathematics or engineering. For more information on this yearly event visit:
The New England Board of Higher Education Science Network Web Page
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Community College Day 2008
at UMASS Amherst College of Engineering
March 6, 2008
Mary Beth Steigerwald accompnied this year's trip to Amherst with students from the Engineering Club and Bridges to the STARS. All of the students found the day to be interesting and informative.
They meet early on the 6th and returned around suppertime.
See either of us for further details.
Nancy Tufo, LW121
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Marine Biology Experience Cruise
The Marine Biology Experience Cruise is usually scheduled in April,
weather permitting.
Also, if you are interested, their may be a whale watch out of Gloucester in May.
Scott Stimpson will conform that date and time.
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Annual Meeting & Trade Exposition - Career Fair
Massachusetts Biotechnology Council
This year MBC has added a career fair to our Annual Meeting & Trade Exposition. The Career Fair is open to the public and free of charge. Local biotechnology and industry related companies will have the opportunity to highlight their job openings to interested participants. This event took place from 10:00am to 4:00pm on a Thursday in April in the Republic Ballroom at the Sheraton Boston Hotel.
Visit their web site for more information.
Massachusetts Biotechnology Council Web Page
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Massachusetts Biotecnology Council Career Fair
Sponsored by BostonWorks
The MBC Annual Career Fair is open to the public and free to attend. Biotechnology and industry related companies will have the opportunity to highlight their job openings to interested participants.
What: Annual Career Fair
When: A Wednesday in May
Where: The Castle at Park Plaza
Time: 11:00am - 6:00pm
PARTIAL LIST OF EXHIBITORS
BostonWorks
Clinquest Inc.
Genzyme Corporation
Maxiom Group
Merck & Co.
ScienceCareers.org
ScienceJobs.com/New Scientist
Synta Pharmaceuticals Corp.
Thomson CenterWatch
Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Wyeth Pharmaceuticals
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Scholarship Opportunities
Visit some of these web sites to search for scholarships for next year. Many of the applications come out in Fall and are due between February and April for scholarships for the following Fall.
Plan Ahead!
MUST Scholarship Project = Motivating Undergraduates in Science and Technology Web Page
Hispanic Scholarship Fund Web Page
Massachusetts Board of Higher Education Web Page---click on Admissions & Financial Aid then on Finacial Aid Resources
The National Institutes for Health, Undergraduate Scholarship Program Web Page
SRN Express Scholarship Research Network Web Page
FastWeb Scholarship Search Web Page
Collegenet Scholarship Search Web Page
College Board Online Web Page
NSCC Scholarships
Applications available in February and due in March
All students with good academic records may apply for the
NSCC Foundation Scholarships
each year that you are returning to NSCC.
These applications are available each spring for the following fall semester.
Graduates may apply for the NSCC Alumni Scholarships at the same time. Don't forget to apply for the alumni scholarship each year you attend the 4 year college or university.
Questions or comments to ntufo@northshore.edu.
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