2/26/13

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 FEATURES
--1.Mental Health & Counseling Grad Program Panel--RSVP!
--2.N118 Elliott Hall Printer for Psychology Undergraduates
EVENTS
--3.Lecture on 'Neuroeconomics and the Governance of Choice'
--4.Want to Go to Law School? MN Law Early Admissions Program Info Session
RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
--5.Study Volunteerism--Paid Summer Research Internship
VOLUNTEER/COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
--6.Be a Part of the Community Engagement Scholars Program!
--7.Active Minds Meeting on Eating Disorder Awareness TONIGHT!
--8.Mental Health Awareness Day Planning Meeting TONIGHT!
--9.Dance Marathon Fundraiser for Children's Health Programs
JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
--10.Apply to be a Health Advocate!
--11.Study & Intern in Boston this Summer!
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PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING FEATURES
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1.Mental Health & Counseling Grad Program Panel--RSVP!
Thursday, February 28th; 3:00 - 4:30pm
N639 Elliott Hall
Interested in pursuing a career relating to mental health, counseling, or therapy? Looking into grad school possibilities? Whether you are just beginning to consider your options or are to the point of application, this panel is for you! Current grad students in a Marriage & Family Therapy, Masters of Social Work, School Counseling, and Counseling & Addiction Counseling program will be present to tell you about their path to grad school, their current experience, and job prospects following their degree. Bring paper, pen, and your questions! RSVP is required as seating is limited; to reserve your spot, email psyadvis@umn.edu with "Grad Panel" as your subject line.

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2.N118 Elliott Hall Printer for Psychology Undergraduates
As a part of our new student space (N118/N120 Elliott Hall), we are now able to offer undergraduate students a computer and printer for last minute printing needs! The computer and printer may be used for official University or course-related needs only. Students must provide their own paper (a paper donation tray is available and may have extra paper in it). Visit N118 Elliott Hall for full instructions and use of the printer.

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EVENTS
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3.Lecture on 'Neuroeconomics and the Governance of Choice'
Thursday, February 28; 11:30am - 1:00pm
Cowles Auditorium, Humphrey School of Public Affairs
The Consortium on Law and Values invites you to attend the lecture "Neuroeconomics and the Governance of Choice" by MIT's Natasha Dow Schüll. The lecture is free and open to the public. Prof. Schüll will explore how neuroeconomics, a marriage of behavioral economics and neuroscience, tracks what happens in our brains when we make decisions and how policy makers use this science to find better ways of guiding and governing behavior. The lecture is the second in the Neuroscience and Public Policy series organized by professors in Pediatrics, Child Psychology, Neonatology, the Humphrey School of Public Affairs, and the Carlson School of Management. Registration is not essential, but preferred. Find more information and register here.

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4.Want to Go to Law School? MN Law Early Admissions Program Info Session
Tuesday, March 12th, from 1-2pm
STSS 530A
The University of Minnesota Law School is pleased to announce an exciting opportunity: the Minnesota Law Early Admissions Program (MLEAP). This program is for current undergraduate students from University of Minnesota campuses who are interested in pursuing a legal education at the University of Minnesota Law School beginning in the fall immediately following their undergraduate graduation. MLEAP is currently accepting applications for Fall 2014 law school admission. Please attend a special information session by assistant director of admissions, Dan Cheng, where he will answer your questions about the program, eligibility, and the unique benefits to a legal education at the University of Minnesota Law School. Refreshments will be served. More information about MLEAP can be found here.

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RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
*****
5.Study Volunteerism--Paid Summer Research Internship
The Dept. of Psychology, Entomology, and Applied Economics along with the MN Dept. of Agriculture are working with private oak woodlands owners in Minnesota as potential volunteers to detect the first appearance of several high priority invasive insect pests. Research interns are needed to assist with the project summer 2013. For details on the position and study, and for application instructions, visit here. A stipend of $6000 is provided for REU. Application deadline is March 2, 2013. Send question to Tomisin Olayiwola at olayi001@umn.edu.

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VOLUNTEER/COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
*****
6.Be a Part of the Community Engagement Scholars Program!
Like to volunteer? Want to connect with other students who are passionate about community work? Check out the Community Engagement Scholars Program! The Scholars Program offers a way to get official University of Minnesota recognition for integrating community work into your education; a space to reflect meaningfully with other students about your work and the social issues that you care about; and resources, support and structure to help you make a significant contribution to the off-campus community. The first step to getting involved in the program is to attend an information session. To read more about the program and register for an information session, visit here. If you'd like to get involved in the Scholars Program this semester, you must attend an information session by March 29th. Questions? Contact cesp@umn.edu or 612-626-2044

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7.Active Minds Meeting on Eating Disorder Awareness TONIGHT!
Active Minds, a student group that focuses on reducing the stigma of mental health issues around campus, will be meeting TONIGHT, Tuesday, February 26 from 6:00-7:00 in Coffman Room 203. The topic for this meeting will focus on eating disorders in honor of this week being National Eating Disorders Awareness Week. Hear several group members present and share personal stories!

*****
8.Mental Health Awareness Day Planning Meeting TONIGHT!
The Mental Health Awareness Day(MHAD) is a campus event held annually, (April 6th this year) to bring awareness to mental health issues faced by college students. A MHAD planning meeting will be held TONIGHT, Tuesday, February 26 from 7:00-8:00 in Coffman Room 202. This meeting will focus on planning for MHAD and hearing about the progress of all the subcomittees. It is still not too late to join if you would like to help plan for this huge event!

*****
9.Dance Marathon Fundraiser for Children's Health Programs
Saturday, March 2 from 10:00am - 10:00pm in the McNamara Alumni Center. Dance Marathon at the University of Minnesota-TC is a student led year-long fundraising event that culminates into a 12-hour annual dance marathon to raise money for two great beneficiaries: OneHeartland and Amplatz Children's Hospital. OneHeartland offers programs and summer camps for children including those with HIV/AIDS, Type 2 Diabetes, as well as other children challenges. Amplatz Children's Hospital is partnered with the University of Minnesota Medical School to give pediatric care for infants and for young children! For more information on how to register for this event you can visit here.

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JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
*****
10.Apply to be a Health Advocate!
Boynton Health Service is looking for 2013-2014 Health Advocates: students appointed as health resources in their residence halls and apartment communities who are trained to respond to common health-related issues. The application deadline is Friday, March 8. For more information or to apply, click here.

*****
Study & Intern in Boston this Summer!
Boston University is offering a Summer Study Internship Program--a valuable opportunity that combines in-depth academic knowledge and practical experience on the job. The program is 12 weeks in length, the first half of which students take two courses surrounding a track of interest (one option being Psychology & Social Policy!), and the end half in a professionally relevant internship at a Boston-area firm or organization. Students in this program earn 10 credits (check with the Office of Admissions to determine initial transferability). Visit bu.edu/summer/internship for additional information and application instructions.

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.
--------------------------------------------
IN THIS ISSUE:
PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING FEATURES
--1.Mental Health & Counseling Grad Program Panel--RSVP!
--2.N118 Elliott Hall Printer for Psychology Undergraduates
EVENTS
--3.Lecture on 'Neuroeconomics and the Governance of Choice'
--4.Want to Go to Law School? MN Law Early Admissions Program Info Session
RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
--5.Study Volunteerism--Paid Summer Research Internship
VOLUNTEER/COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
--6.Be a Part of the Community Engagement Scholars Program!
--7.Active Minds Meeting on Eating Disorder Awareness TONIGHT!
--8.Mental Health Awareness Day Planning Meeting TONIGHT!
--9.Dance Marathon Fundraiser for Children's Health Programs
JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
--10.Apply to be a Health Advocate!
--11.Study & Intern in Boston this Summer!
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PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING FEATURES
*****
1.Mental Health & Counseling Grad Program Panel--RSVP!
Thursday, February 28th; 3:00 - 4:30pm
N639 Elliott Hall
Interested in pursuing a career relating to mental health, counseling, or therapy? Looking into grad school possibilities? Whether you are just beginning to consider your options or are to the point of application, this panel is for you! Current grad students in a Marriage & Family Therapy, Masters of Social Work, School Counseling, and Counseling & Addiction Counseling program will be present to tell you about their path to grad school, their current experience, and job prospects following their degree. Bring paper, pen, and your questions! RSVP is required as seating is limited; to reserve your spot, email psyadvis@umn.edu with "Grad Panel" as your subject line.
*****
2.N118 Elliott Hall Printer for Psychology Undergraduates
As a part of our new student space (N118/N120 Elliott Hall), we are now able to offer undergraduate students a computer and printer for last minute printing needs! The computer and printer may be used for official University or course-related needs only. Students must provide their own paper (a paper donation tray is available and may have extra paper in it). Visit N118 Elliott Hall for full instructions and use of the printer.
--------------------------------------------
EVENTS
*****
3.Lecture on 'Neuroeconomics and the Governance of Choice'
Thursday, February 28; 11:30am - 1:00pm
Cowles Auditorium, Humphrey School of Public Affairs
The Consortium on Law and Values invites you to attend the lecture "Neuroeconomics and the Governance of Choice" by MIT's Natasha Dow Schüll. The lecture is free and open to the public. Prof. Schüll will explore how neuroeconomics, a marriage of behavioral economics and neuroscience, tracks what happens in our brains when we make decisions and how policy makers use this science to find better ways of guiding and governing behavior. The lecture is the second in the Neuroscience and Public Policy series organized by professors in Pediatrics, Child Psychology, Neonatology, the Humphrey School of Public Affairs, and the Carlson School of Management. Registration is not essential, but preferred. Find more information and register here.
*****
4.Want to Go to Law School? MN Law Early Admissions Program Info Session
Tuesday, March 12th, from 1-2pm
STSS 530A
The University of Minnesota Law School is pleased to announce an exciting opportunity: the Minnesota Law Early Admissions Program (MLEAP). This program is for current undergraduate students from University of Minnesota campuses who are interested in pursuing a legal education at the University of Minnesota Law School beginning in the fall immediately following their undergraduate graduation. MLEAP is currently accepting applications for Fall 2014 law school admission. Please attend a special information session by assistant director of admissions, Dan Cheng, where he will answer your questions about the program, eligibility, and the unique benefits to a legal education at the University of Minnesota Law School. Refreshments will be served. More information about MLEAP can be found here.
--------------------------------------------
RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
*****
5.Study Volunteerism--Paid Summer Research Internship
The Dept. of Psychology, Entomology, and Applied Economics along with the MN Dept. of Agriculture are working with private oak woodlands owners in Minnesota as potential volunteers to detect the first appearance of several high priority invasive insect pests. Research interns are needed to assist with the project summer 2013. For details on the position and study, and for application instructions, visit here. A stipend of $6000 is provided for REU. Application deadline is March 2, 2013. Send question to Tomisin Olayiwola at olayi001@umn.edu.
--------------------------------------------
VOLUNTEER/COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
*****
6.Be a Part of the Community Engagement Scholars Program!
Like to volunteer? Want to connect with other students who are passionate about community work? Check out the Community Engagement Scholars Program! The Scholars Program offers a way to get official University of Minnesota recognition for integrating community work into your education; a space to reflect meaningfully with other students about your work and the social issues that you care about; and resources, support and structure to help you make a significant contribution to the off-campus community. The first step to getting involved in the program is to attend an information session. To read more about the program and register for an information session, visit here. If you'd like to get involved in the Scholars Program this semester, you must attend an information session by March 29th. Questions? Contact cesp@umn.edu or 612-626-2044
*****
7.Active Minds Meeting on Eating Disorder Awareness TONIGHT!
Active Minds, a student group that focuses on reducing the stigma of mental health issues around campus, will be meeting TONIGHT, Tuesday, February 26 from 6:00-7:00 in Coffman Room 203. The topic for this meeting will focus on eating disorders in honor of this week being National Eating Disorders Awareness Week. Hear several group members present and share personal stories!
*****
8.Mental Health Awareness Day Planning Meeting TONIGHT!
The Mental Health Awareness Day(MHAD) is a campus event held annually, (April 6th this year) to bring awareness to mental health issues faced by college students. A MHAD planning meeting will be held TONIGHT, Tuesday, February 26 from 7:00-8:00 in Coffman Room 202. This meeting will focus on planning for MHAD and hearing about the progress of all the subcomittees. It is still not too late to join if you would like to help plan for this huge event!
*****
9.Dance Marathon Fundraiser for Children's Health Programs
Saturday, March 2 from 10:00am - 10:00pm in the McNamara Alumni Center. Dance Marathon at the University of Minnesota-TC is a student led year-long fundraising event that culminates into a 12-hour annual dance marathon to raise money for two great beneficiaries: OneHeartland and Amplatz Children's Hospital. OneHeartland offers programs and summer camps for children including those with HIV/AIDS, Type 2 Diabetes, as well as other children challenges. Amplatz Children's Hospital is partnered with the University of Minnesota Medical School to give pediatric care for infants and for young children! For more information on how to register for this event you can visit here.
--------------------------------------------
JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
*****
10.Apply to be a Health Advocate!
Boynton Health Service is looking for 2013-2014 Health Advocates: students appointed as health resources in their residence halls and apartment communities who are trained to respond to common health-related issues. The application deadline is Friday, March 8. For more information or to apply, click here.
*****
Study & Intern in Boston this Summer!
Boston University is offering a Summer Study Internship Program--a valuable opportunity that combines in-depth academic knowledge and practical experience on the job. The program is 12 weeks in length, the first half of which students take two courses surrounding a track of interest (one option being Psychology & Social Policy!), and the end half in a professionally relevant internship at a Boston-area firm or organization. Students in this program earn 10 credits (check with the Office of Admissions to determine initial transferability). Visit bu.edu/summer/internship for additional information and application instructions.