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Institute of Pure and Applied Math at UCLA
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Posted by Michael Gage, 1/22/01 at 9:10:44 PM.
Dear Colleague, I am writing to request your assistance in announcing a new summer program for undergraduates at UCLA's Institute for Pure and Applied Mathematics. If you could post the attached announcement on your bulletin board or otherwise disseminate the information, I would be very grateful. I am also going to include text information on the program in the body of this email in case you have difficulties opening the attachment. I am also attaching a more detailed program description in case you would like more details.
Industrial Projects for Students (RIPS)
http://www.ipam.ucla.edu/Summer 2002
Introduction:
What is IPAM-RIPS? The Institute for Pure and Applied Mathematics is inaugurating a new program, Research in Industrial Projects for Students (RIPS), based on the successful Math Clinic concept that originated at Harvey Mudd College in 1973 as well as the well established Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program sponsored by the National Science Foundation. In the RIPS program, teams of students, directed by faculty advisors, will work to solve industry-related problems. RIPS will bring together highly qualified undergraduates in mathematics or related majors with sponsoring industry, government, and nonprofit organizations to collaborate on projects. Each team of three to five advanced students will spend two summer months (July and August) working on a problem posed by the sponsoring organization under the leadership of a faculty advisor. At regular intervals during the two-month period, oral and written presentations reporting on the progress of the team will be made. Company liaisons will provide regular contact between the team and the sponsor, monitoring and helping to guide the work effort. Projects will focus on problems of serious interest to the sponsor to which no prior solution exists or is guaranteed. Participation in RIPS will provide valuable real-world technical and managerial experience for the students and valuable R&D for the sponsor.
Project Information:
What kind of projects will be available? A selected project must have a major component in mathematics or have direct interactions with mathematical concepts. If you, as a potential industrial sponsor, have a challenging problem, chances are high that it could form the basis of a summer project.
For Sponsors:
What are the benefits to the sponsor? For a reasonable price and a limited time, the sponsor acquires a skilled labor resource that could kick start an internal project or test an idea still in the conceptual stage. The sponsor receives the final work products, which might take the form of a research summary, design proposal, a prototype of a piece of hardware or software or even an actual device or program to be put into production. The sponsor gains valuable visibility and exposure to a national talent pool of mathematicians and other scientists, which will help enhance recruiting efforts and broaden public recognition of the sponsor's interest in education. What role does the sponsor take in the project? A project liaison, appointed from the sponsoring organization serves as the primary source of project-related, industry-specific expert information. In addition, the sponsor helps to provide mentoring, and career related information to the students. The amount of time that the liaison devotes to the project is variable, but the success of the project will depend, in part, on the good working relationship between participants and the liaison. The fee paid by the sponsor helps to offset the costs of the program, including administrative expenses, and stipends for faculty advisors and student participants.
For Students:
IPAM's first objective is to recruit from the top tier of undergraduate students at the national level. So for students, RIPS is a unique research and learning experience. It provides an opportunity to work on real-world industrial problems and contribute their solution. In addition, important contacts are made in academia and industry. The program adds an important element to the student's curriculum vitae, enhancing future marketability upon graduation.The educational, environmental, and social aspects at UCLA also contribute to the appeal of this program. UCLA is located in Westwood Village, a scenic location approximately 4 miles from the ocean and within driving distance to a multitude of attractions. Students will be housed in UCLA's residential housing and will be provided full board and lodging facilities plus a weekly stipend. A faculty advisor will oversee the project with additional guidance from the sponsor's liaison. The one-on-one interactions present a golden opportunity to learn mathematical and problem solving skills in a practical environment. Students will have offices in the IPAM building and daily opportunity to meet with fellow team members and other students.
For Faculty Advisors:
Each project team will consist of three to five students, one faculty advisor (mentor) and a liaison from the sponsoring company. The role of the faculty advisor is to oversee the progress to foster a unique learning opportunity for the students. Advisors will teach and guide the students to achieve results and develop their individual and teamwork skills throughout the duration of the project. A faculty advisor will devote up to 50% of their time to the project, allowing abundant time for personal research or other academic activities. A stipend commensurate with the percentage effort will be provided.Role of IPAM and UCLA:
IPAM, the Institute for Pure and Applied Mathematics, is a National Science Foundation funded Mathematical Institute located in the heart of the UCLA campus. The IPAM building, designed by the renowned architect, Frank Gehry, provides a beautiful setting conducive to discussions and group workshops. While there are semester-long programs at IPAM during the academic year, IPAM facilities are available during the summer months and the selected students will be provided offices as well as housing (full room and board) on campus plus other available resources (computers etc.) during their stay at IPAM. UCLA is known throughout the world for its high level of academic achievement and beautiful campus situated in Westwood Village, approximately four miles from the Pacific Ocean. The distinctive academic community provides a wealth of intellectual opportunities.Applications:
We strongly encourage applications from interested undergraduates, faculty advisors and sponsoring organizations. Online applications for student participants, faculty mentors, and sponsoring organizations are under development and will shortly be available on this website. If you would like to be notified when the applications are available, please send an email to rips2002@ipam.ucla.edu.Contact Us:
Institute for Pure and Applied Mathematics (IPAM)
RIPS2002 Program
460 Portola Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90095-7121
Email: rips2002@ipam.ucla.edu
Phone: 310 825-4755
Fax: 310 825-4756
Web: http://www.ipam.ucla.edu interested students or faculty mentors to
our website for information: www.ipam.ucla.edu. Thank you in advance for
your assistance, it is very much appreciated.
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