Tuesday, September 25, 2012

9/25/12



The inside scoop on staying engaged and up-to-date with the Psychology major!
The psychology undergraduate newsletter provides a weekly update on the latest course information, upcoming events, and currently available job, internship, and research opportunities relating to your major! Find past issues here. If you would like to start receiving the Psych Scoop directly to your inbox, send a request to: psyadvis@umn.edu.
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IN THIS ISSUE:
PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING FEATURED EVENTS
--1.Considering Grad School in Psychology? Attend this Info Session!
--2.Study Psychology in Thailand: Winter Break 2012-13! Learn More at the Info Session
--3.Info Session: Study Abroad in Florence! ....and Earn Psych Credits - in English!
STUDENT RESOURCES
--4.Taking PSY 3001W or 3902W This Semester? Use the Peer Research Consultants!
--5.Are You a First-Generation College Student of Color? Y-Collegiate Achievers Program
PSI CHI/PSYCHOLOGY STUDENT ASSOCIATION
--6.Do You Like Psychology? Come to This Year's First Psi Chi/Psychology Club Meeting!
EVENTS
--7.Want a Career in the Non-Profit Sector? Attend this Panel!
--8.Panel and Q & A with Dr. Patricia Frazier on Stressful/Traumatic Events for College Students
JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
--9.Work in Student Services: Full-Time Upward Bound Advisor Position at Century
LEARNING ABROAD
--10.Make Learning Abroad Happen! Short-Term Loan Program for Winter Break Seminars
GRADUATE STUDIES
--11.FREE Practice Test for the GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT, DAT, OAT, & PCAT!
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PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING FEATURED EVENTS
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1.Considering Grad School in Psychology? Attend this Info Session!
Thursday, October 4th; 2:30 - 3:30pm
N639 Elliott Hall
Psychology Undergraduate Advising will be hosting the 'Graduate School Information Session,' an opportunity to hear from a panel of PhD graduate student from the U of M's Department of Psychology. Bring a pen, paper, and any questions you may have! As seating is limited, please RSVP to psyadvis@umn.edu with "Grad Panel" in the subject heading.
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2.Study Psychology in Thailand: Winter Break 2012-13! Learn More at the Info Session
Thursday, September 27th; 3:00 - 4:00pm
N639 Elliott Hall
RSVP to psyadvis@umn.edu by TODAY, Tues. 9/25 with "Thailand" in the subject line
If you've been hoping to go abroad and study psychology, but don't have a whole semester to do it, this winter break is your chance! Dr. Angus MacDonald, clinical psychology faculty member, is leading a winter break global seminar to northern Thailand. If you are interested in the study of addiction, clinical or biological psychology, cultural context, happiness or spiritualism, don't miss this excellent opportunity. Using Chiang Mai as a backdrop, you'll explore the psychology of desire and craving as well as Buddhist techniques used in understanding and overcoming addiction. How do we find purpose in our lives and cope with suffering? On this global seminar, "Golden Triangle: Addiction, Power and Buddhism in Thailand," you will discover a Golden Triangle that encompasses three choices about how to find happiness: acquire status (power), use chemicals (addiction), or reduce the influence of desires (Buddhism). Psychology will be hosting an informational event where you can learn more about the seminar/travel experience, hear directly from Professor MacDonald, receive practical information from Learning Abroad Center staff, and taste authentic Thai cuisine! Space is limited, so RSVP today! If you are unable to make the event but still interested in learning about the program, visit the Learning Abroad Center website. Program application deadline: October 15th.
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3.Info Session: Study Abroad in Florence! ....and Earn Psych Credits - in English!
Monday, October 1st; 2:30 - 3:30pm
N120 Elliott Hall (Community Room)
RSVP to psyadvis@umn.edu with "Florence" in the subject line.
The U of M's Study Abroad in Florence program offers students the opportunity to complete two psychology courses - in English! - while studying in one of Europe's most beautiful and historically rich cities. On October 1st, take advantage of a unique opportunity to meet and speak with the program's director from Italy. The Department of Psychology is hosting Coffee & Snacks with Michelangelo to give you the opportunity to learn first-hand about the many opportunities the Florence program has to offer. For background and program details, see http://umabroad.umn.edu/programs/europe/florence.php. Don't miss the chance to meet Michelangelo on campus!
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STUDENT RESOURCES
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4.Taking PSY 3001W or 3902W This Semester? Use the Peer Research Consultants!
The Peer Research Consultants are now available by appointment or drop-in hours (http://www.lib.umn.edu/services/prc). The Peer Research Consultants provide one-on-one assistance to students to help them develop academic research strategies. Use their guidance from choosing a topic, selecting sources, to developing your arguments.
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5.Are You a First-Generation College Student of Color? Y-Collegiate Achievers Program
Y-College Achievers Program (CAP), offered through the University YMCA, provides first-generation college students of color the opportunity to be part of a nurturing community that supports your transition from high school to college and college to career. Participants will experience incredible support from their peers as well as an increase in resources and more! To request further information about this opportunity please fill out the application.
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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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6.Do You Like Psychology? Come to This Year's First Psi Chi/Psychology Club Meeting!
Psi Chi/ Psychology Club is back with the new school year! Come join us at our first meeting of the semester Thursday, October 4th at 4:30pm. Location and meeting content to be announced in the next PsychScoop! Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, email psichi@umn.edu.
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EVENTS
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7.Want a Career in the Non-Profit Sector? Attend this Panel!
Thursday, October 11th; 3:30 - 5:00pm
Location: 1-109 Hanson Hall
Come and meet liberal arts graduates who work in the nonprofit sector. Learn more about nonprofit work and how to make yourself a marketable candidate for this profession. Alumni panelists include the Director of Communications and Administration for The Jefferson Center
for New Democratic Processes and Promoting Healthy Democracy, an employee for Board Advancement/Major Donor Research PRI Public Radio International, and the Budget Project Deputy Director for Minnesota Council of Nonprofits. This event is cohosted by the Departments of Political Science and Global Studies. All students welcome to attend!
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8.Panel and Q & A with Dr. Patricia Frazier on Stressful/Traumatic Events for College Students
Wednesday, September 26th; 12:00 - 1:00pm
325 Coffman Memorial Union
The Aurora Center for Advocacy & Education sponsors this presentation, How to Handle Stress: Strategies for College Students, and Q&A with Dr. Patricia Frazier and a student panel that examines the prevalence and effects of stressful and traumatic events in the lives of students and presents findings on online intervention strategies. For further information, contact Jennifer Snider, Aurora Center for Advocacy & Education, snide071@umn.edu.
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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.Work in Student Services: Full-Time Upward Bound Advisor Position at Century
TRIO Upward Bound is a college preparatory program for low-income and educationally disadvantaged high school students. TRIO Upward Bound works with students on a long-term and intensive basis and helps generate the skills needed for selected high school students to succeed in postsecondary education. You have a chance to work with this program as an Upward Bound academic professional at Century Community College. Visit here for job specifications and application instructions. Application is due September 30th.
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LEARNING ABROAD
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10.Make Learning Abroad Happen! Short-Term Loan Program for Winter Break Seminars
The Learning Abroad Center is pleased to announce a new pilot program to assist students pay for the up-front costs associated with learning abroad by providing short term loans. The Bridging Loan Program allows students to delay the payment of their program deposit and covers the cost of their flight until their financial aid funds are available to them. The hope is that this will make learning abroad accessible to more students. Student must have an EFC (Expected Family Contribution) of $10,000 or less to qualify. Program is in pilot mode currently and available only for Winter Break 2013 programs run by the Learning Abroad Center (Psychology's Thailand program applies!). The hope is that this will be extended to other program time periods next academic year. Full details and eligibility can be found here: http://www.umabroad.umn.edu/students/finances/bridgingloan.php. If you have other questions or comments, please email Brook Blahnik: blahnik@umn.edu
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GRADUATE STUDIES
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11.FREE Practice Test for the GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT, DAT, OAT, & PCAT!
On Saturday, October 6th Kaplan is holding a FREE Practice Test for the GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT, DAT, OAT, and PCAT. The event will be more convenient than ever as you'll be able to take the exam live and online. As space is limited, this event does require pre-registration. Once registered, you will receive unique log-in information that you will use to enter Kaplan's online classroom and begin the exam. Tests will be proctored like an actual exam (but from anywhere you have internet access!), and students will receive their score immediately following the exam. After the test, one of our expert instructors will give a short online workshop on test-taking strategies and will answer any questions that you may have. This is a great opportunity for you to see how you might score on the real thing, and also to become familiar with the kinds of questions that will be on the real test. For most students, this exam will be a more realistic test-taking experience as you can practice in the format that mirrors nearly all graduate school exams. To register for this free event, fill out the following web form: bit.ly/umnfallpt (case sensitive). For additional information, visit www.kaptest.com/practice or call one of Kaplan's test experts at 1-800-KAP-TEST. Before the event, you will receive an e-mail confirming your registration and providing you with instructions for checking in. Be sure to check out www.kaptest.com/practicetest101 ahead of time to know what to expect on practice test day. This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in going to business, grad, law, med, dental, optometry, or pharmacy school in the next few years. If you have questions, please contact Ann Peckskamp at ann.peckskamp@kaplan.com. She is also available every Thursday from 9:00am - 12:00pm at the Purple Onion on University Avenue. You may also schedule a one-on-one appointment outside of that time.

Friday, September 21, 2012

9/21/12



The inside scoop on staying engaged and up-to-date with the Psychology major!
The psychology undergraduate newsletter provides a weekly update on the latest course information, upcoming events, and currently available job, internship, and research opportunities relating to your major! Find past issues here. If you would like to start receiving the Psych Scoop directly to your inbox, send a request to: psyadvis@umn.edu.
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IN THIS ISSUE:
ANNOUNCEMENTS
--1.Reviewers Needed for Sentience! Great Experience for Grad School Prep
LEARNING ABROAD
--2.Info Session: Study Abroad in Florence! ....and Earn Psych Credits - in English!
--3.Study Psychology in Thailand: Winter Break 2012-13! Learn More at the Info Session
--4.Make Learning Abroad Happen! Short-Term Loan Program for Winter Break Seminars
EVENTS
--5.Want to Pursue a Future in Industrial/Organizational Psych? Attend MPPAW!
RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
--6.UGRAs for Educational Psych Reading Comprehension Lab--Course Credit Option
--7.UGRAs Needed for Educational Psych Research in Elementary School
JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
--8.Make a Difference for High Schoolers! Full-Time Positions with College Possible
--9.Full-Time Positions for Alumni as a Mental Health Advocate!
--10.Cognitive Trainer Positions Open for Recent Grads/Alumni: Attend Info Session & Apply!
--11.Part-Time PCA Opportunity - Gain Experience in Applied Behavior Analysis!
--12.Part-Time In-Home Family Supports Needed! Apply today!
SCHOLARSHIP/GRANT OPPORTUNITIES
--13.$500-$600! Apply for a Fall 2012 Psych Engagement Award! Deadline TODAY
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
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1.Reviewers Needed for Sentience! Great Experience for Grad School Prep
We have an urgent need for peer reviewers for our online undergraduate psychology journal, Sentience. We received many more manuscript submissions than we have ever received before, and we must begin the review process very soon in order to complete it by the end of the semester. Please consider serving as a reviewer on our Editorial Board. To apply, download and complete an application so that we have some information about your experience and interests. Download an application at www.psych.umn.edu/sentience/editorial.html and send the completed application to us atsentience@umn.edu. What's in it for you? You will gain valuable experience in an important part of the scientific publication process. This is experience that will set you apart from other students when you are applying for grad school or for jobs. Your name will be published in the journal online as an Editorial Board member and you will be recognized for your efforts at the Psychology Undergraduate Awards ceremony in the spring. If you have questions, please contact Mark Stellmack at stell006@umn.edu.
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LEARNING ABROAD
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2.Info Session: Study Abroad in Florence! ....and Earn Psych Credits - in English!
Monday, October 1st; 2:30 - 3:30pm
N120 Elliott Hall (Community Room)
RSVP to psyadvis@umn.edu with "Florence" in the subject line.
The U of M's Study Abroad in Florence program offers students the opportunity to complete two psychology courses - in English! - while studying in one of Europe's most beautiful and historically rich cities. On October 1st, take advantage of a unique opportunity to meet and speak with the program's director from Italy. The Department of Psychology is hosting Coffee & Snacks with Michelangelo to give you the opportunity to learn first-hand about the many opportunities the Florence program has to offer. For background and program details, see http://umabroad.umn.edu/programs/europe/florence.php. Don't miss the chance to meet Michelangelo on campus!
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3.Study Psychology in Thailand: Winter Break 2012-13! Learn More at the Info Session
Thursday, September 27th; 3:00 - 4:00pm
N639 Elliott Hall
RSVP to psyadvis@umn.edu by Tuesday 9/25 with "Thailand" in the subject line
If you've been hoping to go abroad and study psychology, but don't have a whole semester to do it, this winter break is your chance! Dr. Angus MacDonald, clinical psychology faculty member, is leading a winter break global seminar to northern Thailand. If you are interested in the study of addiction, clinical or biological psychology, cultural context, happiness or spiritualism, don't miss this excellent opportunity. Using Chiang Mai as a backdrop, you'll explore the psychology of desire and craving as well as Buddhist techniques used in understanding and overcoming addiction. How do we find purpose in our lives and cope with suffering? On this global seminar, "Golden Triangle: Addiction, Power and Buddhism in Thailand," you will discover a Golden Triangle that encompasses three choices about how to find happiness: acquire status (power), use chemicals (addiction), or reduce the influence of desires (Buddhism). Psychology will be hosting an informational event where you can learn more about the seminar/travel experience, hear directly from Professor MacDonald, receive practical information from Learning Abroad Center staff, and taste authentic Thai cuisine! Space is limited, so RSVP today! Program application deadline: October 15th.
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4.Make Learning Abroad Happen! Short-Term Loan Program for Winter Break Seminars
The Learning Abroad Center is pleased to announce a new pilot program to assist students pay for the up-front costs associated with learning abroad by providing short term loans. Developed in close consultation with UofM faculty and staff from advising, student services, office of student finance, TRiO, MLK, MCAE, ATS and others, the Bridging Loan Program allows students to delay the payment of their program deposit and covers the cost of their flight until their financial aid funds are available to them. The hope is that this will make learning abroad accessible to more students. Student must have an EFC (Expected Family Contribution) of $10,000 or less to qualify. Program is in pilot mode currently and available only for Winter Break 2013 programs run by the Learning Abroad Center (Psychology's Thailand program applies!). The hope is we will be able to extend this to other program time periods next academic year. Full details and eligibility can be found here: http://www.umabroad.umn.edu/students/finances/bridgingloan.php. If you have other questions or comments, please email Brook Blahnik: blahnik@umn.edu
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EVENTS
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5.Want to Pursue a Future in Industrial/Organizational Psych? Attend MPPAW!
Interested in psychology, business, and communication? Then Industrial/Organizational Psychology may be a great fit for you! Learn more at the Minnesota Professionals for Psychology Applied to Work meetings. This year's events are held on the following Tuesdays:
October 16th, Sharon Arad (Cargill), Roxanne Laczo (Cargill), and Rose Hansen (PDRI), Performance Management
November 13th, Cindy McCauley, 70-20-10: From Research to Rules to Real World Development Practices
January 15th, Michael Cullen Sr. Scientist (HumRRO), Practical considerations in using SJTs
February 19, Speaker/Topic TBD
March 19th, Nathan Kuncel, Professor of I/O Psychology (UofM-TC), Topic: TBD
May 21st, Dianne Nilsen, COO Questar, Employee Surveys
For more information visit MPPAW.org and watch future Psych Scoops!
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RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
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6.UGRAs for Educational Psych Reading Comprehension Lab--Course Credit Option
The Department of Educational Psychology is looking for six to ten upper level undergraduate students to help with a grant-funded research project. In this second year of the grant, the research team is continuing development of a teaching intervention to improve reading comprehension by struggling fourth graders. Applicants should be interested in working with student's learning data and experiencing educational research. Tasks that selected undergraduates will provide include transcribing recordings of student's spoken thoughts during a reading exercise, scoring, coding, and other data-entry tasks, and producing teaching materials. Selected undergraduates will also attend a bi-weekly lab meeting. Most of the work will be performed in the Education Sciences Building during M-F daytime hours. Spring semester there may be opportunities to tutor elementary school students. Undergraduate research assistants may receive course credit (Psy4993) or volunteer 3, 6 or 9 hours per week. The study continues into spring semester, if the undergraduate research assistant is interested and available to continue. To apply, email Bonnie Janda (jand0015@umn.edu), who will reply with an application and the schedule for group information sessions and individual interviews.
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7.UGRAs Needed for Educational Psych Research in Elementary School
I am a graduate student working with Dr. Ted Christ and am looking for 3-4 reliable students who can help me collect data for my master's thesis in a local elementary school. Tasks include attending a brief training, administering a questionnaire, collecting reading fluency data one-to-one, and entering data. I prefer people who are available at the same time 2-3 days per week for 4 weeks, but we can work around scheduling conflicts if need be. This can be for credit or a volunteer opportunity. Please contact Greta Fenske at fens0051@umn.edu with any questions or if you are interested.
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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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8.Make a Difference for High Schoolers! Full-Time Positions with College Possible
College Possible is making college admission and success possible for low-income students through an intensive curriculum of coaching and support. Nationwide, College Possible's innovative and award-winning model is serving nearly 12,000 Minnesota, Nebraska, and Wisconsin students in 2012-13 with plans to reach 20,000 students annually in 10 locations across the country by 2020. According to a recent Harvard study, the program more than doubles a student's chances of enrolling in college. College Possible is currently hiring for full-time positions in both Portland, OR, and St. Paul, MN. For job descriptions and to apply, please visit http://collegepossiblelt.applicantpro.com/jobs/. Learn more about College Possible at www.CollegePossible.org.
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9.Full-Time Positions for Alumni as a Mental Health Advocate!
GradStaff is the leader in providing college graduates with great career opportunities. We are currently seeking a Mental Health Advocate with a National independent behavioral health care company, located in Eden Prairie, MN. This company specializes in management for all behavioral health problems and mental health and chemical dependency diagnoses. The Mental Health Advocate will provide resources to employees of the organizations who are covered under the behavioral health program. This position has provided an excellent opportunity for a Psychology/Sociology graduate to get their foot in the door and use their degree in a supportive business setting. Interested candidates can email their resume to mqueenan@gradstaff.com.
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10.Cognitive Trainer Positions Open for Recent Grads/Alumni: Attend Info Session & Apply!
LearningRx has part-time positions open for Cognitive Trainers in Chanhassen, Maple Grove, and now in Vadnais Heights. Come join the LearningRx cognitive skills training team and help change lives by improving cognitive ability! The part-time Cognitive Skills Trainers work one-on-one with individuals utilizing clinically-proven procedures to improve areas such as memory, attention, auditory processing, and IQ. We are looking for quick thinking, high energy individuals who have completed a bachelor's degree. Hours are flexible but at least four days with availability between the hours of 3PM-8PM are required. We will be on campus for an information session and interviews or you can give us a call if you are unable to attend the event. The information session will be held in 518/520 STSS Building on Wednesday, October 3rd from 1:00pm-2:00pm. Quick 15 minute drop-in interviews to follow the information session. For more information contact Nate Maus at nate.maus@learningrx.net or 952-949-6900.
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11.Part-Time PCA Opportunity - Gain Experience in Applied Behavior Analysis!
We are looking for an energetic individual to work as a PCA with a 6-year-old girl with autism in St. Paul's Mariam Park Neighborhood. This fun position would include training with the child's home-based Applied Behavior Analysis team! You would assist the child when she is not actively engaged in therapy sessions, implementing language, play, and self-care targets in her natural environment. The part-time hours would be primarily late afternoon or early evening as well as some weekend hours but we also need someone for Thursday mornings. You do not have to have previous experience, just a positive attitude and lots of energy! If interested, please call Nick at 309-868-1521.
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12.Part-Time In-Home Family Supports Needed! Apply today!
Dependable Home Health Care has part-time Direct Care Counselor positions available working with men or women with developmental disabilities. The men and women are all very active and like to stay busy going out for movies, visiting attractions in the community, playing sports, and other activities. Preferred candidates will have experience working with young people or with people with disabilities. All job offers are contingent on a cleared background check and clean driving record. Positions are available for either weekdays 3pm- 8pm (3 shifts weekly) OR weekdays 8am - 2pm (4 shifts weekly). Compensation is $13/hour plus mileage reimbursement. Please email a resume to darins@dependable-care.com if interested in a weekend position.
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SCHOLARSHIP/GRANT OPPORTUNITIES
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13.$500-$600! Apply for a Fall 2012 Psych Engagement Award! Deadline TODAY
Are you participating in an internship here or abroad this fall? 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 Fall 2012. A third candidate will be selected to receive the named Natalis Award of $600. The Fall 2012 application deadline is Sept. 21, 2012. Notification Date: Oct. 5, 2012. For details about the awards and application materials, visit www.psych.umn.edu/ugrad/engawards.html.

Tuesday, September 11, 2012

9/11/12



The inside scoop on staying engaged and up-to-date with the Psychology major!
The psychology undergraduate newsletter provides a weekly update on the latest course information, upcoming events, and currently available job, internship, and research opportunities relating to your major! Find past issues here. If you would like to start receiving the Psych Scoop directly to your inbox, send a request to: psyadvis@umn.edu.
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IN THIS ISSUE:
PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING ANNOUNCEMENTS
--1.Fall 2012 Walk-In Hours for Psychology Undergraduate Advising
CAMPUS RESOURCES
--2.Want to Fine-Tune Skills in a Supportive Environment? Attend Group Sessions!
RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
--3.UGRAs for Educational Psych Reading Comprehension Lab--Course Credit Option
--4.UGRAs for Conflict Mediation Project--For Credit
--5.UGRAs for Political Communication Project--For Credit
--6.UGRAs for School Psych Lab on Math & Reading Assessments--Credit Option
--7.UGRA for Health & Social Psych Lab--For Credit
--8.UGRAs for Assistance on 'After Deployment Adaptive Parenting Tools' Lab--For Credit
JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
--9.Work as a Youth Program Specialist in Minneapolis! 3/4-Time Position Available
--10.Full-Time Positions with Americorps in Portland, Oregon--Begin November!
--11.Work with Youth Policy & Research as a Nonpartisan Policy Intern
LEARNING ABROAD
--12.Info Session: Volunteer Abroad over Winter Break or Spring Break 2013!
--13.Want to Study Abroad? Take the First Step and Attend the Learning Abroad Fair
--14.Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) Scholarship for Abroad Experience!
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PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING ANNOUNCEMENTS
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1.Fall 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 the high student demand the first two weeks of the term, we will have an advisor available from 8:00am - 4:30pm each business day (except Thursday from 8 - 9:30) for 5 - 10 minute issues. Our normal walk-in hours will take effect after Monday, September 17th. 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/ugrad/walkin.html
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CAMPUS RESOURCES
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2.Want to Fine-Tune Skills in a Supportive Environment? Attend Group Sessions!
University Counseling and Consulting Services (UCCS) will be offering a number of groups fall semester, including Understanding Self and Others, Assertive Communication, International Circle, and more. To schedule a group orientation appointment, please call the UCCS front desk at 612-624-3323 or email joh07032@umn.edu.
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RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
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3.UGRAs for Educational Psych Reading Comprehension Lab--Course Credit Option
The Department of Educational Psychology is looking for six to ten upper-level undergraduate students to help with a grant-funded research project. In this second year of the grant, the research team is continuing development of a teaching intervention to improve reading comprehension by struggling fourth grade readers. Applicants should be interested in working with children's learning data and experiencing educational research. Selected undergraduates will provide research assistant services including transcribing recordings of children's spoken thoughts during a reading exercise, scoring, coding, entering and other data-handling tasks, and producing teaching materials. Most of the work will be performed in the Education Sciences Building during regular M-F daytime hours. Spring semester there may be opportunities to tutor elementary school students. Undergraduate research assistants may receive course credit (PSY 4993) or volunteer 3, 6 or 9 hours per week. The study continues into spring semester, if the undergraduate research assistant is interested and available to continue. To apply, email Bonnie Janda (jand0015@umn.edu), who will reply with an application and the schedule for group information sessions and individual interviews.
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4.UGRAs for Conflict Mediation Project--For Credit
The Conflict Mediation Lab is looking for undergraduate research assistants to start work during the fall semester, earning research credit for PSY 5993. RAs will be assisting with coding conflict mediation videos and data analysis in a study examining the effect of verbal and non-verbal behaviors on conflict mediation outcomes. Responsibilities include watching and coding videos as well as attending a weekly team lab meeting, held on Tuesdays from 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. The position runs during the fall semester, with the opportunity to continue into the spring semester. RAs will be expected to work approximately 10 hours per week (may vary across weeks). Strong candidates for this position will be conscientious, bright, motivated students interested in the research process. If you would like to apply for an RA position, send an email with the subject line "Mediation Research Assistant Position" to Ally Williams (will3621@umn.edu) by 1pm on Friday, September 14th, containing the following information: Name; Email; Class Year; GPA; Reason for applying (no more than one sentence, please).
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5.UGRAs for Political Communication Project--For Credit
The Political Communication Lab is looking for undergraduate research assistants to start work during the fall semester, earning research credit for PSY 5993. RAs will be assisting with literature reviews and data analysis in a study examining the relationship between different types of verbal accounts (e.g., excuses or denials) and political scandal. Responsibilities include conducting literature reviews as well as attending a weekly team lab meeting, held on Wednesdays from 12:30 - 2:00 p.m. The position runs during the fall semester, with the opportunity to continue into the spring semester. RAs will be expected to work approximately 10 hours per week (may vary across weeks). Strong candidates for this position will be conscientious, bright, motivated students interested in the research process. If you would like to apply for an RA position, send an email with the subject line "Political Communication Research Assistant Position" to Ally Williams (will3621@umn.edu) and Pierce Ekstrom (ekstr076@umn.edu) by 1pm on Friday, September 14th, containing the following information: Name; Email; Class Year; GPA; Reason for applying (no more than one sentence, please).
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6.UGRAs for School Psych Lab on Math & Reading Assessments--Credit Option
The lab of Dr. Ted Christ in the Department of Educational Psychology is looking for responsible, proactive, and detail-oriented students to help with data entry, organization, and other lab activities related to School Psychology and reading or math assessment research during the fall semester. Some students may have opportunities to gain experience working in schools. Credit (PSY 4993) and short-term volunteer options are available. Opportunities for continuation into spring semester available for outstanding students. Please contact Mary Jane White by email if you are interested (whit0782@umn.edu).
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7.UGRA for Health & Social Psych Lab--For Credit
A health and social psychology laboratory is looking for an undergraduate research assistant to assist with several projects this semester. Projects touch on topics such as eating and snacking, decision-making, and goal setting. The successful applicant will be responsible for and gain experience in running participant sessions, tracking participant compensation, scheduling participants, literature searching and data entry. The successful applicant will receive credit for PSY 4993, which requires a 9 hour per week commitment. If you are interested, please contact Rachel Burns at burns398@umn.edu. Please include a brief resume and the times that you are available to run participant sessions this semester.
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8.UGRAs for Assistance on 'After Deployment Adaptive Parenting Tools' Lab--For Credit
The After Deployment Adaptive Parenting Tools (ADAPT) program has for-credit research opportunities for select undergraduate students. The ADAPT study, funded by the National Institutes of Health/National Institute on Drug Abuse, is a randomized clinical trial developing evidence-based programming for families that builds resilience, is strengths-focused and sustainable after this study has been completed. Led by clinical psychologist, Dr. Abi Gewirtz, ADAPT has partnered with the Minnesota National Guard and Reserves to develop and test parenting resources for military families with school-aged children who are dealing with the deployment process. Minnesota has been a National leader in creating and supporting programs for soldiers and their families. Find out more about the program, click here. Please email skhanson@umn.edu if you are interested in becoming involved in the ADAPT project. Send a resume if you have one available or a summary of your qualifications and interests.
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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.Work as a Youth Program Specialist in Minneapolis! 3/4-Time Position Available
This grant-funded position will assist youth ages 12-18 with their participation in youth development programs and leadership opportunities. Working in conjunction with a dedicated team of library staff, the Youth Program Specialist will be a primary contact for youth after school and during evening hours. Duties include: Assess needs and interests of young people and align related programming opportunities at the library; promote teambuilding and cultivate leadership skills among youth participating in library programming; foster a safe, positive, and supportive environment for youth; work closely with program coordinator to manage youth employees, monitor skill development and advocate for youth; provide support and supervision for adult volunteer mentors; perform administrative duties including maintenance of participation records; and assist library staff with program evaluation and make program recommendations. Successful applicants must possess: high school diploma and two years of either experience in youth development field/similar experience working with youth in an urban setting or associates degree with youth coursework (combination of skills and experience totaling 2 years okay); ability to work with youth from a wide range of backgrounds and socio-economic statuses; ability to work as part of a team; interest in digital literacy and its applications in the field of youth work; creativity and innovation to apply youth development practices to a library setting; ability to organize, plan, implement and manage several projects at the same time; and ability to handle the demands of a constantly changing work environment and workload. This is a part-time, one-year contract position (32 hours per week, hourly rate $17.50). Hours will include some evenings and weekends. Earliest start date Fall 2012 (most likely late October/early November). Please send letter of interest and resume to: Bernie Farrell, Hennepin County Library--Minneapolis Central, 300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55401 or email to bfarrell@hclib.org.
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10.Full-Time Positions with Americorps in Portland, Oregon--Begin November!
College Possible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit making college admission and success possible for low-income students through an intensive curriculum of coaching and support. After-school services include: academic support through ACT/SAT test preparation; college application assistance; financial aid consulting; guidance in the college transition; and support toward college degree completion. As an AmeriCorps organization, College Possible is recruiting college graduates to serve for one year to help make a college degree possible for low-income students. With AmeriCorps VISTA positions ranging from building infrastructure to communications and writing grants, there are many opportunities offered. Not only do College Possible AmeriCorps VISTA members make a difference in their community, they gain valuable experience for their next job or graduate school endeavor. College Possible's current AmeriCorps VISTA opportunities are in the newest site: Portland, Oregon! These positions will give you the exciting opportunity to help build College Possible's Portland site from the ground up! You will work in specific areas, depending on position, but will also gain valuable experience in building the infrastructure of a start-up site. The positions are full-time and start November 2012. To see the positions available at this site and how you may fit in, compensation information, and to apply, please visit here. College Possible was recognized in Princeton Review's 2008 edition of Best Entry-Level Jobs--become a part of something meaningful and enjoyable!
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11.Work with Youth Policy & Research as a Nonpartisan Policy Intern
The Children, Youth & Family Consortium (CYFC) is an intermediary organization that connects research, teaching, policy and community practice to organizations that, in turn, apply that information in direct service to children and families. CYFC seeks a Policy Intern to assist with critical aspects of CYFC's nonpartisan policy program activities. While they learn about various ways to engage in the policy arena, the Intern will utilize their advanced communication and organizational skills to assist with a National Science Foundation (NSF)-funded qualitative research project and national translational efforts, and assist with day-to-day operations. Click here to view the full internship description and requirements. To apply, visit GoldPass (Job ID# 81815).
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LEARNING ABROAD
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12.Info Session: Volunteer Abroad over Winter Break or Spring Break 2013!
Friday, September 21; 3:00 - 4:30pm
214 Heller Hall
Volunteer in Ecuador, Guatemala, or Ghana through service projects in community homes, schools, and orphanages while learning a lot about culture and life outside of your own. Visit the links above to learn more about each program, or attend the info session!
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13.Want to Study Abroad? Take the First Step and Attend the Learning Abroad Fair
Wednesday, September 19; 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
West Bank Plaza (Willey Atrium as rain backup)
The Learning Abroad Fair is designed for students to learn about the variety of learning abroad options available at the University of Minnesota. Students will have the opportunity to meet Learning Abroad Center staff, affiliated program staff, college advisors, and many other departments from around the U that will help with the decisions and steps needed to participate in an education abroad experience.
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14.Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) Scholarship for Abroad Experience!
The International Undergraduate Research Opportunities (UROP) Scholarship is designed to promote learning abroad opportunities to undergraduate students by providing critical funding to students enrolled in select credit-bearing learning abroad programs involving a research project. The learning abroad program must be a semester or academic year in length involving a minimum of 100 hours dedicated to research that occurs onsite. For more information, click here. Application deadline for Spring 2013 is October 17th, 2012. The award amount is $1500. Funding is provided by the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP), Learning Abroad Center (LAC), and the Office of Undergraduate Education.

Tuesday, September 4, 2012

9/4/2012



The inside scoop on staying engaged and up-to-date with the Psychology major!
The psychology undergraduate newsletter provides a weekly update on the latest course information, upcoming events, and currently available job, internship, and research opportunities relating to your major! Find past issues here. If you would like to start receiving the Psych Scoop directly to your inbox, send a request to: psyadvis@umn.edu.
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IN THIS ISSUE:
PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING ANNOUNCEMENTS
--1.Welcome!
--2.Fall 2012 Walk-In Hours for Psychology Undergraduate Advising
COURSES/PROGRAMS OF INTEREST
--3.Neuroscience Minor Available Beginning Fall 2012
--4.Seats still available in Center for Spirituality & Healing Courses!
--5.Interested in Health Research & Advocacy? AAS/GWSS 3920: Asian-American Health & Research
EVENTS
--6.Health Careers Fair 2012
--7.Interested in a Health Career? General Information Sessions
--8.Get Engaged! Attend the Community Involvement Fair
--9.CLA Internship Fair
--10.Returning From Abroad? Minnesota Study Abroad Returnee Conference!
RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
--11.UGRA Needed for Treatment Outcome Research Lab at VA Medical Center--For Credit
SCHOLARSHIP/GRANT OPPORTUNITIES
--12.$500-$600! Apply for a Fall 2012 Psych Engagement Award! Deadline 9/21
--13.Have an Unpaid Internship Fall 2012? Apply for a CLA Grant!
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PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING ANNOUNCEMENTS
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1.Welcome!
Psychology Undergraduate Advising would like to welcome you to campus for the start of Fall 2012! As you get back in to gear, keep our office's resources in mind. Over the summer, we moved to a new advising space in N108 Elliott Hall. This new area includes a Community Room (N120) and Study Room (N118) for our undergraduate students to use throughout the day. Feel free to study or relax between classes, or peruse the career and graduate program resources housed in these spaces. We would also be happy to see you for an appointment in our new office spaces! Advisors are available for appointments year-round to assist with psychology course selection and major progress, career and graduate school preparation and selection, and general engagement to make the most out of your time here. To schedule an appointment, visit www.psych.umn.edu/ugrad/appointment.htm . We look forward to seeing you and wish you the best of luck in the coming semester!
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2.Fall 2012 Walk-In Hours for Psychology Undergraduate Advising
Due to the high student demand the first two weeks of the term, Psychology Undergraduate Advising will have a walk-in advisor available from 8:00am - 4:30pm M., T., W., F. and 9:30am- 4:30pm Th. for quick five - ten minute issues. Our normal walk-in hours will take effect after Monday, September 17th. After this date, walk-in hours are held by each advisor during a specific time once a week. We are not able to address walk-in questions (including research contract signatures) outside of these times. This semester's walk-in hours can be found on our website at the following link: http://www.psych.umn.edu/ugrad/walkin.html
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COURSES/PROGRAMS OF INTEREST
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3.Neuroscience Minor Available Beginning Fall 2012
CBS Student Services and the Department of Neuroscience are pleased to announce that a neuroscience minor will be available starting this fall semester. Fall 2012 program admissions requirements, prerequisites and minor requirements are available in the undergraduate catalog. This minor is open to all students at the University of Minnesota. To declare the minor, students may submit the appropriate minor declaration form once he or she has successfully met the prerequisite. Forms may be found here.The neuroscience minor provides an in-depth contemporary understanding of how the nervous system functions in both health and disease. The goal of the minor is to provide instruction that will enrich the curriculum through an array of academic majors. As we will all experience the impact of nervous system disease ourselves or through family members and/or friends, instruction in this minor will offer insights into the nervous system that students can utilize throughout their lifetimes. If you have any questions regarding the neuroscience minor, please contact CBS Student Services at 612-624-9717.
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4.Seats still available in Center for Spirituality & Healing Courses!
The Center for Spirituality & Healing (CSPH) is an interdisciplinary department designed to provide students with insight into health and wellness from multiple disciplinary and cultural perspectives. Courses available include 'Principles of Holistic Health and Healing,' 'Ways of Thinking about Health,' and 'Emotional Healing and Happiness: Eastern and Western Approaches to Transforming the Mind' to name a few. For a complete list and to register, visit OneStop's Class Schedule or contact Carla Mantel at cmantel@umn.edu
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5.Interested in Health Research & Advocacy? AAS/GWSS 3920: Asian-American Health & Research
This 3 credit course provides training in social science research methods within the context of Asian and Pacific Islander (API) women and public health. Students will learn about API women's health issues both locally and nationally and conduct community-based research. This course will combine research, advocacy, and leadership development using principles of social science research and Asian American studies. Students will have the opportunity to participate in a national API leadership training in Washington, D.C. or Arizona. While this course does not count toward Psychology major requirements, it could be a great addition to your degree and may work toward upper-division outside the major requirements! Visit the enrollment system on OneStop to register.
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EVENTS
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6.Health Careers Fair 2012
Thursday, September 27th; 1:00 - 4:00pm
Coffman Memorial Union, Great Hall
Thinking about a career in a health profession? Wondering about the options for education in the medical and health fields? Come to the fair and learn about the many different academic programs leading to a health professional career. Open to all students! Meet with admissions staff from the different health professional and health-related programs here on campus (and outside the U!) and ask them your questions. Pre-health student groups will also be in attendance. A more detailed list of attendees can be found on the HCC website.
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7.Interested in a Health Career? General Information Sessions
Are you planning to be a health professional? Come learn about the variety of options, and how to prepare for application in a Health Careers Information Session. Each session will include time for Q & A with Health Careers Center consultants and will take place in the HCC, 2-565 Moos Tower. Sessions will cover: how to be a competitive applicant; a review of Academic Health Center programs in health, including clinical laboratory sciences, dentistry, dental hygiene, dental therapy, medicine, mortuary science, nursing, OT, PT, pharmacy, public health, veterinary medicine, and emerging disciplines; an overview of Health Careers Center programs and resources for undergraduate students -- online workshops, in-person information sessions, and classes. Please RSVP at HCC Website. Several dates and times are available.
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8.Get Engaged! Attend the Community Involvement Fair
Thursday, September 20th; 10:00 - 2:00pm
Coffman Memorial Union, Great Hall
You can make a difference in the Twin Cities community! This event provides students a chance to learn about local volunteer and internship opportunities. Talk to representatives from more than 90 organizations to find a position that matches your major and/or interests. Learn about volunteer and internship positions in fields such as: youth education and mentoring, ELL/ESL tutoring, the environment, animal rights, healthcare / public health, law / criminal justice, housing / homelessness, political organizing, public policy, family services / family violence, the arts, GLBT communities, and women and gender issues. Please visit here for more information
including a list of organizations that will be in attendance.
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9.CLA Internship Fair
Tuesday, September 25th; 10:00am - 2:00pm
Mississippi Room, Coffman Memorial Union
Stop by to learn about internship openings and talk to the employers offering them. All CLA students and recent alumni are welcome to attend. This is also an opportunity to network and get advice. See details at CLA Career Services. Registration encouraged via GoldPASS
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10.Returning From Abroad? Minnesota Study Abroad Returnee Conference!
Already missing your abroad experience? Plan to attend the Minnesota Study Abroad Returnee Conference on Saturday, September 22nd and learn what to do with the meaningful experience you just had. Concurrent sessions will include: Go Abroad Again: Teaching and Short-term Work; Digging Deeper: Stories and Identity; International Careers at Home and Abroad; Graduate School at Home and Abroad; Get Engaged: Local and International Volunteer Opportunities. Share your experiences by participating in the poster competition or photo contest! Registration is open now through September 15th. For more information, visit the Learning Abroad Center and mnreturneeconference.org.
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RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
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11.UGRA Needed for Treatment Outcome Research Lab at VA Medical Center--For Credit
A laboratory at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System is conducting treatment outcome research to examine how individuals with schizophrenia change as a result of participating in computer-based skills training. There is an opportunity for one undergraduate student to become involved with this project as a Research Lab in Psychology experience. The student will learn about the assessment and treatment of schizophrenia, with emphasis on symptom severity, cognition, and rehabilitation. The student will work as a part of a research team and primarily will be responsible for scoring and entering data, assisting with the piloting of study protocols, and attending weekly lab meetings. In addition, the student will write an APA-style paper on a related topic. All research activities are conducted at the VA Health Care System. The student must be able to commute to the VA and be available to attend meetings on Tuesdays mornings. The student will be asked to commit to an average of 9 hours/week for one semester and can receive research credit for PSY 4993. For more information, please contact Tasha Nienow, Ph.D. at 612-467-1004 or send a resume to Tasha.Nienow@va.gov.
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SCHOLARSHIP/GRANT OPPORTUNITIES
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12.$500-$600! Apply for a Fall 2012 Psych Engagement Award! Deadline 9/21
Are you participating in an internship here or abroad this fall? 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 Fall 2012. A third candidate will be selected to receive the named Natalis Award of $600. The Fall 2012 application deadline is Sept. 21, 2012. Notification Date: Oct. 5, 2012. For details about the awards and application materials, visit www.psych.umn.edu/ugrad/engawards.html.
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13.Have an Unpaid Internship Fall 2012? Apply for a CLA Grant!
The College of Liberal Arts offers $1,500 grants to a small number of CLA undergrads participating in unpaid internships. Apply by September 26th if you have an unpaid internship this fall. Find details and application instructions on the grants page.