Beckman Laser Institute & Medical Clinic

HBCU ACCESS TO CAREERS IN ENGINEERING AND SCIENCES (ACES) UNDERGRADUATE SUMMER TRAINING PROGRAM
 
The UC Irvine Beckman Laser Institute & Medical Clinic’s historically black colleges and universities (HBCU) Access to Career in Engineering and Sciences (ACES) program is an impactful initiative aimed at increasing HBCU student involvement in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) graduate programs.


This transformative eight-week summer training program provides high-achieving undergraduate students with invaluable:

  • Hands-on cutting-edge research opportunities.
  • Mentorship from esteemed faculty and graduate students.
  • Insight into academic and industry careers.
  • Workshops for graduate school preparation.


ACES not only introduces students to the diverse graduate offerings at UC Irvine but also equips participants with the skills and experience needed to become future leaders in STEM fields.  

When you make a gift on UC Irvine Giving Day, you provide life-changing opportunities for aspiring ACES scholars!  As a donor, your generosity supports essential program expenses, such as research supplies, housing, travel, meals, stipends and scholarships. Your contributions not only support the immediate needs of students but also invest in their long-term success.

Thank you for being a part of this meaningful initiative!



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Beckman Laser Institute & Medical Clinic Donor Map
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2 AA 0
2 AE 0
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In celebration of UC Irvine's founding, the 1,965th gift will receive $1,965 in matching funds for the school, program or cause supported from UC Irvine alum and trustee, Terry Godfrey ’86 and Steve Godfrey!
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