Hampton University, the American Society of Limnology and Oceanography (ASLO), and the National Science Foundation offer special opportunities for under-represented minority students (undergraduate and graduate) interested in aquatic sciences (oceanography, limnology, stream ecology, marine biology, fisheries, etc.). Minority students are provided full support (travel, housing, food, and registration) to participate in the annual meetings of ASLO, to take place this year in Orlando, FL., March 1-8, 2008.

Students present their own research in a student symposium or the regular ASLO sessions. They gain valuable learning experiences and exposures to the most recent developments in the aquatic sciences. Participants make important professional contacts that will help them achieve academic and career objectives. Students also receive a free membership in ASLO, including a subscription to the journal Limnology and Oceanography.

Special activities include: A pre-conference workshop, exciting field trips, a student symposium for presentation of research, working with "meeting mentors" to help students navigate the meetings, a keynote address from a leading aquatic scientist, full participation in all of the regular ASLO sessions and other events.

Since 1990, 599 students have participated in this program.  This year's program takes place March 1-7, 2008 in Orlando, FL . Please download the application and return it. Application is due September 21, 2007.

Special Program for Minority Students Application:

This program is supported by the National Science Foundation grant # OCE 0437461

Fill out and return the following form with supporting documents if needed.

APPLICATION for PARTICIPATION in the HAMPTON-ASLO MULTICULTURAL PROGRAM
1-8 MARCH 2008 in Orlando, FL.

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If you are a student and you did not participate in a previous ASLO minorities program you must submit:

• A one page essay on why you would like to participate
• A supporting letter from a faculty member
• A recent transcript of your grades (unofficial is OK)

To return this form and associated materials, or for more information, please contact:

Benjamin Cuker, Ph.D.
Professor of Marine Science
Hampton University
Hampton , VA 23668
benjamin.cuker@hamptonu.edu
Phone: 757-727-5884   Fax: 757-727-5740

This program is supported by National Science Foundation grant # OCE 9909834.