Head Top Left
Links to login page
Links to sitemap page
Links to contact page
Links to feedback page
Links to support page
Links to home page

Shows Main Header

Used to make main header
Shows Links for Members
Shows Links for Students
Shows Links for Public

Finishes the Main Header Image
Shows Search Background
   Submit Button for the Search Form
Shows Login Status
Shows Left Navigation Start
About SOT
Academic Programs in Toxicology
Animals in Research
Awards and Fellowships
Career Resource and Development Services
Communiqué Newsletter
Contact a Scientist or Toxicology Resource
Continuing Education
Education
Endowment Fund
Exhibits
Forms and Applications
Forum
Funding Opportunities
Government & Media
K-12 Outreach
Media of Interest
Meetings
News
Publications
Products and Services
Resource Guide to Careers in Toxicology
Sites of Interest
ToxExpo
ToxSci Journal
Council
Elected and Appointed Committees
Governance
Headquarters Staff
Leadership Reference Guide
Membership
Membership Directory
President's Section
Regional Chapters
SOT Affiliates
Special Interest Groups
Specialty Sections
Volunteer


 

Resources for Undergraduate Students

Career and Toxicology Resources

Toxicology provides many career opportunities for those seeking a profession that is innovative, science-based, and helps protect the health of humans, animals, and the environment.

Resource Guide to Careers in Toxicology— Learn more about toxicology careers.

Academic Programs in Toxicology

How About a Career in Toxicology?— A brochure for students PDF Icon

Undergraduate Student Opportunities in Toxicology— An information card for students PDF Icon

Be Part of the Solution with a Career in Toxicology—Career posterPDF Icon

Introduction to Toxicology Slide Set (large file size—please allow a few minutes for download) ——These PowerPoint slides can be used for toxicology career presentations. Thanks to Craig Marcus for many of the slides, and Larry Curtis and the 2006-07 Education Committee for the development of the final set.

SOT Programs for Undergraduates

SOT Undergraduate Affiliates —— Undergraduate students, register now to receive communications from SOT.

Undergraduate Education Program —The special program at the SOT Annual Meeting is hosted by the Committee for Diversity Initiatives.  Undergraduate students registering for the SOT Annual Meeting can register on the meeting registration form for the Sunday activities.  This day includes introductory toxicology lectures, special sessions to learn more about applying for graduate school and being successful in graduate school, and the opportunity to meet one-on-one with directors of academic toxicology programs.  Space is limited, so sign up before all the spaces are taken.

Annual Meeting Support and Recognition for Undergraduate Students

Minority Students —— Selected students from groups underrepresented in the sciences (African American, Hispanic, and Native American) receive travel funding and lodging to attend the 3-day Undergraduate Education Program. Advisors of undergraduate students may also apply. Contact sotadmin@toxicology.org for information not provided in the following links.

Student Description and Application

Undergraduate Programs Flyer

Advisor Description and Application

Eye on CDI —— Read about the career paths of past program participants.

Other resources for students underrepresented in the sciences
JustGarciaHill
Venture Scholar Program

Students at Institutions Receiving Low Science Funding —— Students attending institutions receiving less than $15 million federal support for science and engineering may also be selected to attend the 3-day Undergraduate Education Program.

Undergraduate Toxicology Education Award Application

Undergraduate Programs Flyer

Institutions Receiving over $15M Federal Funding (students at these institutions are not eligible)

Pfizer Undergraduate Travel Award —— Undergraduate students who have submitted abstracts for presentation at the meeting can apply for this award.  Awardees receive travel support, registration for the Undergraduate Program, and special recognition from Pfizer.

Pfizer Undergraduate Student Travel Award Application

Pfizer Advisor Nomination Form

Annual Meeting Registration Fee Waivers —— Undergraduate students may request a meeting registration fee waiver by e-mailing bettye@toxicology.org the following information: name, address, institution attended, year in school, and academic advisor’s name and e-mail address.  Requests must be received by February 1.

Student Research Experiences

A great way to learn about toxicology is to participate in toxicology research!  SOT provides links to Student Research Experiences.

Invite Speakers to your Campus

ToxScholar Program
Guest Lecture Program

 


Contact SOT | Feedback | Privacy Policy and Disclaimers
© 2008 Society of Toxicology. All rights reserved.

spacer


SOT 2008 Annual Meeting

TOX News

Syndicate News

endowment

ToxSci Journal

 
rightsidebar