01/17/2012

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TABLE OF CONTENTS:
ANNOUNCEMENTS
--1.SPRING 2012 WALK-IN HOURS FOR PSYCHOLOGY UNDERGRADUATE ADVISING
--2.NEW UNDERGRADUATE PUBLIC HEALTH MINOR!
PSI CHI/PSYCHOLOGY STUDENT ASSOCIATION
--3.FIRST PSI CHI MEETING WEDNESDAY 1/25, 3 - 4PM IN N639 ELLIOTT HALL
EVENTS & MEETINGS
--4.INTERESTED IN INDUSTRIAL/ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCH?
--5.U OF M JOB & INTERNSHIP FAIR--ATTEND!!
--6.INTERESTED IN THE FIELD OF LAW? CAREERS IN LAW FORUM!
RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
--7.RESEARCH ASSISTANTS WANTED FOR NEW SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY STUDIES
--8.UNDERGRAD RESEARCH ASSISTANTS NEEDED FOR FEDERICO LAB--FOR CREDIT
JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
--9.ST. DAVID'S CENTER FOR CHILD & FAMILY DEVELOPMENT HIRING FT & PT
SCHOLARSHIP/GRANT OPPORTUNITIES
--10.$500-$600!! APPLY FOR A SPRING PSYCH ENGAGEMENT AWARD!-DEADLINE 2/1
--11.SPRING 2012 CLA GRANTS FOR UNPAID INTERNSHIPS
--12.KATHERINE E. SULLIVAN SCHOLARSHIP FOR STUDY ABROAD, 2012-13
LEARNING ABROAD
--13.MAY & SUMMER STUDY ABROAD INFORMATION SESSION (WITH FREE PIZZA!)
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
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1. SPRING 2012 WALK-IN HOURS FOR PSYCHOLOGY UNDERGRADUATE ADVISING
Psychology Undergraduate Advising has designated walk-in hours. While other units may have advisors available at all times, each advisor in our unit holds walk-in hours once a week and cannot address walk-in issues outside of these. While it may seem like a quick issue (such as signing a research contract), it often takes more time than expected and adds up when considering our large student population. To run efficiently and serve our students best, it is important that we recognize and respect these specified walk-in times. Due to high student demand, we will have an advisor available for 5 - 10 minute issues from 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, and from 9:30 - 4:30 on Wednesday for the first two weeks of the term. Our normal walk-in hours will take effect after Monday, January 30th. This semester's walk-in hours for the Psychology Advisors can be found on our website at the following link: http://www.psych.umn.edu/undergrad/walkin.htm
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2.NEW UNDERGRADUATE PUBLIC HEALTH MINOR!
The new Public Health Minor is a collaboration between the College of Liberal Arts and the School of Public Health. This minor is ideal for undergraduate students interested in Public Health issues which can be explored through courses spanning the College of Liberal Arts and the School of Public Health curriculum spectrum. This innovative minor--offering a broad training in approaches to and understandings of public health--is designed to give students a foundation in the language, concepts, and methods used when addressing population-level health challenges. The minor can serve as a foundation for further study in public health, in other health professions, or in any field in which the health of persons and populations is a relevant concern. Public Health Minor courses also contribute to a comprehensive liberal arts education. The new Public Health Minor is being administered through the advising offices of both the Department of Sociology and the Department of Geography. Students can find the Public Health minor requirements and declaration application by visiting the Geography and Sociology department webpages: www.geog.umn.edu/undergrad/ or www.soc.umn.edu/undergrad.
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PSI CHI/PSYCHOLOGY STUDENT ASSOCIATION
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PLEASE NOTE: All students interested in Psychology are welcome to participate in Psi Chi/ Psychology Student Association activities. No previous participation or membership is required. If you're interested, please attend!
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3.FIRST PSI CHI MEETING WEDNESDAY 1/25, 3 - 4PM IN N639 ELLIOTT HALL
Psi Chi and the Psychology Club will be holding our first meeting of the new semester on Wednesday, January 25th from 3pm-4pm in N639 Elliott. This will be our new meeting time for this Spring semester. Meetings are biweekly, and throughout the semester we will have speakers and discussions about many different topics within psychology including: research, graduate school, GRE, etc. You do not have to be a member of Psi Chi to attend! However, if you are interested in becoming a member, attend our first meeting or send an email to psichi@umn.edu for more information.
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EVENTS & MEETINGS
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4.INTERESTED IN INDUSTRIAL/ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCH?
Check out the next Minnesota Professionals for Psychology Applied to Work (MPPAW) meeting on Tuesday, January 17th! Tina Decker from Best Buy will present on "Changing with the speed of business." The meeting will be held at Solera (www.solera-restaurant.com) in downtown Minneapolis. It begins at 5:30 p.m. with a social hour (appetizers are included and cash bar is available), followed by the presentation, which begins at 6:20 p.m. and concludes by 7:45 p.m. For more information about membership, upcoming events, and job postings, check out the MPPAW website (www.mppaw.org). Email koch0163@umn.edu with any questions or to be added to MPPAW's mailing list.
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5.U OF M JOB & INTERNSHIP FAIR--ATTEND!!
Thursday, February 23; 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Minneapolis Convention Center (Transportation from campus provided)
Registration: www.umjobfair.org
Don't miss the biggest student career fair in Minnesota! More than 200 organizations will be there recruiting for hundreds of jobs and internships. Visit the web site to learn more, register, and get preparation tips. The fair is open to all U of M undergraduates, graduate students, and recent alumni. Free transportation will be provided from campus. The cost to attend is $10 if you pre-register online by February 20, or $25 at the door on the day of the fair. For the latest job fair updates, like U of M Job & Internship Fair page on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/umjobfair). Find more info online or from CLA Career Services. Disability accommodations are available upon request; please contact the Career Services Center at 612-624-7577.
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6.INTERESTED IN THE FIELD OF LAW? CAREERS IN LAW FORUM!
Wednesday, February 29; 12:00 - 3:00pm
Willey Hall Atrium
All U of M students and the public are welcome to attend this free event. Stop by to learn about law schools, law-related career options, as well as volunteer and internship opportunities. You can talk with representatives from law schools, paralegal organizations, governmental agencies, non-profit organizations, and test prep services. Stop by anytime between 12 and 3 during the event. You don't need to register in advance to attend. Questions? Contact Pre-Law Advising (pladv@umn.edu) OR University Student Legal Services (612-624-1001).
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RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
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7.RESEARCH ASSISTANTS WANTED FOR NEW SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY STUDIES
Our research team is looking for dedicated research assistants who are interested in conducting research in evolutionary and social psychology for Spring 2012. Duties include participating in weekly lab meetings, providing input into study design, recruiting participants, and running experimental sessions. Preference may be given to undergraduates who can commit 2 semesters to our lab. Getting involved with our lab will be a beneficial opportunity for anyone interested in gaining research experience and knowledge in the areas of consumer behavior, food selection, and decision-making. This research opportunity will be conducted under Dr. Jeffry A. Simpson. You can volunteer or use this opportunity for PSY 5993 or 4993 credit. If you are interested in joining our team, please email Stephanie at cant0089@umn.edu by THIS Friday, January January 20. Please use "RE: SocPsych Research Lab" as the subject of your email and include your full name, email, major, and year in school.
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8.UNDERGRAD RESEARCH ASSISTANTS NEEDED FOR FEDERICO LAB--FOR CREDIT
The Federico Lab is looking for research assistants to work on projects related to political ideology, morality, or group processes. If you have a high GPA, good organizational skills, are comfortable working with people, and are motivated to learn, please contact Michal Reifen at reife014@umn.edu and include "RA application" in the subject of your message. This RAship is for PSY credit and demands 9 weekly hours throughout Spring semester. Preference will be given to students who have completed relevant course work.
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JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
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IMPORTANT: Organizations listed below are not necessarily affiliated with or endorsed by the Department of Psychology or Psychology Undergraduate Advising. Please exercise the same discretion you would in viewing any other source.
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9.ST. DAVID'S CENTER FOR CHILD & FAMILY DEVELOPMENT HIRING FT & PT
At St. David's Center, the mission is to build relationships that nurture the development of every child and family. Based in the Twin Cities West Metro, the organization serves more than 2,500 children, adults and families each year. Currently, St. David's Center is hiring a variety of positions perfect for a recent Psychology alum or current Psychology undergrad. Positions specifically geared toward Psychology students/grads include: Direct Support Professional, Mental Health Practitioner (many openings available!), and Autism Support Services Practitioner. For details on each of these positions, please visit: http://www.stdavidscenter.org/employment/opportunities. If you are interested in applying, use the online application: http://www.stdavidscenter.org/employment/application
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SCHOLARSHIP/GRANT OPPORTUNITIES
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10.$500-$600!! APPLY FOR A SPRING PSYCH ENGAGEMENT AWARD!-DEADLINE 2/1
Are you participating in an internship here or abroad this spring? Or engaging in a learning opportunity that takes you outside of the classroom for a unique experience? The Department of Psychology's Donor Awards for Psychology Undergraduate Engagement are available to support you! The purpose of these awards is to encourage and support psychology majors who engage in learning experiences beyond the University campus and classroom environments (i.e. unpaid internships, volunteer experiences, study abroad containing a psych-related internship or research component, etc.). Up to two awards of $500 will be offered Spring 2012. A third candidate will be selected to receive the newly established Natalis Award of $600. The Spring 2012 application deadline is Feb. 1, 2012. Notification Date: Feb. 15, 2012. For details about the awards and application materials, visit www.psych.umn.edu/undergrad/engawards.htm.
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11.SPRING 2012 CLA GRANTS FOR UNPAID INTERNSHIPS
The College of Liberal Arts offers $1200 grants to a small number of CLA undergrads participating in unpaid internships. Apply if you have an unpaid internship this spring! See details and application instructions at http://www.clacareer.umn.edu/clagrant. Application deadline is Wednesday, February 8th.
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12.KATHERINE E. SULLIVAN SCHOLARSHIP FOR STUDY ABROAD, 2012-13
This scholarship provides the opportunity for seniors at any campus of the University of Minnesota to enrich their academic experience with a fifth year of undergraduate study in another country. The scholarship is intended to support credit-bearing and usually classroom-based study abroad that immerses the student in the host university, research institute, or other institution, as well as in the host culture. Proposals should be for full-time study for a full academic year or equivalent. Applicants must be currently enrolled undergraduates at any University of Minnesota campus; must have senior status (at least 90 credits completed) by the end of Fall semester 2011 with at least 30 credits in residence at a University of Minnesota campus; must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents; and should have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher. Applicants must be available for an in-person interview on the Twin Cities campus on March 2, 2012. Application materials and instructions are available on the website: http://www.honors.umn.edu/scholarships/sullivan-scholarship/. The application requires a study abroad advisor's signature. Application deadline: February 3, 2012.
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LEARNING ABROAD
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13.MAY & SUMMER STUDY ABROAD INFORMATION SESSION (WITH FREE PIZZA!)
Wednesday, February 22nd; 1:00 - 2:30 pm
101 Walter Library
Find a cure for your cabin fever! Join the Learning Abroad Center to learn about study abroad opportunities taking place May and Summer term. More than 30 exciting programs will be represented, from Japan to Morocco to Italy. Pizza will be provided. This is an open information session-come anytime between 1 and 2:30 p.m.
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