First-Year Research in Earth Sciences: Dunes - 2021 Mentor Application
Use this form to apply for a position as a Research Mentor for the First-Year Research in Earth Sciences (FYRES): Dunes project at Calvin University in Fall 2021.  Before you apply, please read about the FYRES project and what is expected of FYRES Research Mentors at www.calvin.edu/go/fyres/ . You may also want to read through the questions on this application so that you know what material to have on hand when you fill out the form.

Spring deadlines for applications have passed, but we are keeping the application process open while some of the six positions remain unfilled. Applications are being considered in the order in which they are received.

If you have questions about the position or the application process, please contact Deanna van Dijk (dvandijk@calvin.edu).
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Your Contact Information
First Name *
Last Name *
Street Address *
City *
State/Province *
Zip/Postal Code *
Country *
Telephone Number *
Email Address *
Calvin Student ID Number *
Application Checklist
The following items are required in order to process your application.
Earth Science Research Experience *
Please check all that apply.  GEO 252 (Geomorphology) or GEO 181 (FYRES) prepares FYRES Mentors by providing both research and knowledge background.  Students who have gained the experience and knowledge in other settings, or promising students who will take GEO 252 concurrently with mentoring may also qualify.
Required
Explanation
If an explanation is necessary for your answer(s) to the Earth science research experience question, please provide it below.
Are you able and willing to drive for lab and research activities? *
FYRES Research Mentors assist with course logistics by driving minivans or vans with students to dune sites for labs and the research project.
Yes
No
I have a valid driver's license.
I have a good driving record.
Explanation
If you are unable to answer yes to either driving question, please explain below.
Transcript *
Submit a copy of your transcript (unofficial copy is fine) to Deanna van Dijk (NH 079 or dvandijk@calvin.edu).
Required
About You
What is your college major(s) and minor(s)? *
What are you interested in doing after college graduation?
Please check all that apply.
How would you describe your interest in the following activities?
This question is being asked of students applying to the FYRES course, and we are interested in Research Mentors' answers for comparison.
No experience
Do not enjoy
Neutral
Enjoy somewhat
Enjoy a lot
Going to the beach
Outdoor activities
Hiking
Using or making maps
Using GPS
Orienteering or geocaching
Collecting rocks
Photographing nature
Pleasant weather
Storms/interesting weather
Visiting national parks
Traveling
Science
Classroom learning
Hands-on learning
Using your learning in real-life settings
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Briefly describe why you are interested in being a FYRES Research Mentor. *
(What draws you to the experience? How do you think you will benefit?)
List your previous research experiences. *
(Summer research, within courses, volunteer, etc.)
Briefly describe your potential for effectively mentoring first-year students in research. *
(What qualities do you have that will make you a good mentor?  What have you learned from previous research experiences?)
Briefly describe your teaching and leadership experience/potential. *
(Lab assistant positions, leadership positions, qualities that show that you have teaching/leadership potential.)
Recommender Information
Select a faculty member (or employer) who knows you and can comment on your interests and abilities with respect to being a FYRES mentor.  As a professional courtesy, you should ask the person if you can list them as being willing to provide a recommendation for you.  Your recommender will be contacted directly if a recommendation is needed.
Name of recommender *
Position (job title) and employer of recommender *
Email address of the recommender *
Telephone number of the recommender
Contact address for the recommender *
(Department if at Calvin; full information if recommender is not at Calvin.)
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