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About BBB
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Research Symposium
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The Key
The three Greek letters, Beta Beta Beta, on the key stand for: BALANOS which means acorn; it represents life in and on the ground. BOUDETASE, which means little bird; it represents life in the air. BOAX, which means fish; it represents life in the water. All three words may be summed up in the one word BIOS, meaning life. The coiled serpent in the center of the key is an ancient symbol of wisdom.History
Beta Beta Beta was founded in 1922 at Oklahoma City University by Dr. Frank G. Brooks and a group of his students. The national organization was formed in 1925 by three faculty members: Dr. Brooks together with Dr. William M. Goldsmith from Southwestern College in Winfield, Kansas, and Dr. John C. Johnson, Sr. from Western State College in Colorado. The Delta Alpha Chapter of Tri-Beta was installed at Southwestern University in 1999. There are currently more than 380 chapters of Tri-Beta in the United States.Goals
1) To promote biological
understanding and appreciation.
2) To provide activities
and experiences in biology.
3) To expose students
to numerous avenues in the biological field.
Research/ Internship Opportunities
There are many opportunities in Texas, across the U.S., and abroad where undergraduate students can work in research laboratories or health services. Most of these opportunities pay stipends and occur during the summer. Please visit the Research/ Internship Opportunities website to learn more about how are where to apply.
Getting Into Medical School
There are many steps involved in preparing yourself to apply to medical school. We have provided you with information regarding how to prepare for the MCAT and how to apply to medical school.
Undergraduate Research and Creative Works Symposium
The Delta Alpha Chapter of Tri-Beta co-sponsors the annual undergraduate research symposium at Southwestern University. The university-wide symposium serves as a vehicle for students to present the results of their research and is open to all members of the SU community. Please visit the Research Symposium page to submit your abstract and to register for the symposium.Induction Ceremony
Each Fall, Tri-Beta inducts eligible applicants who have completed the introductory Biology course as well as 1 upper-level Biology course, and who have a 3.0 Biology GPA and a 2.5 overall GPA. Students who do not meet these requirements, but who have an interest in Biology are inducted as Associate Members.
Contact Us
Want to join our group? Questions about the Delta Alpha Chapter of Tri-Beta at Southwestern University should be directed to the Beta Beta Beta Officers.|
Abby Youens President youensa@southwestern.edu Greg Hagemann Vice-President (Fall) hagemang@southwestern.edu Tracey Einem Vice-President (Spring) einemt@southwestern.edu Matt Kauffman Treasurer kauffmam@southwestern.edu |
Kurt Seilheimer Secretary seilheik@southwestern.edu Jason Burnham Volunteer Coordinator burnhamj@southwestern.edu Alheli Garza Pre-Medical Chair garzas@southwestern.edu |
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