Mathematical & Physical Sciences (MPS) Scholars is designed to achieve equitable outcomes for all undergraduates who are interested in the mathematical and physical sciences.
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Through MPS Scholars, students are connected to opportunities designed to enhance educational and career success, including:
- Dedicated graduate student, faculty, and alumni mentors
- Research opportunities both on and off campus
- Networking events with alumni and helpful connections to scientists in industry
- Timely information and resources for students planning to go to graduate school
- New courses that help students get oriented at Cal, find their best paths through the science majors, and get prepared for research and internship opportunities, such as MPS 1: Navigating the Mathematical and Physical Sciences
- A vibrant supportive community and a network of organizations that span Astronomy, Earth & Planetary Sciences, Mathematics, and Physics
- Timely, valuable information about educational and career opportunities
- Assistance navigating the array of services and organizations of interest to science students
- Annual retreats and events where science students can get to know one another, interact with faculty and advisers in a relaxed and encouraging setting, establish and renew their own highest aspirations, and be inspired
- Encouragement, guidance, advocacy, and accurate, useful information from others in the science community in contexts where each student’s’ identity, interests, and ambitions is recognized, encouraged, celebrated.