3/12/13

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 ANNOUNCEMENTS
--1.No Walk-In Hours Tomorrow, Wednesday 3/13/13
--2.Psych Advising Office Hours During Spring Break
--3.Spam Folder & PsyAdvis Email
CAMPUS RESOURCES
--4.Want to Get Back on Track Academically? Enroll in LASK 1101!
PSI CHI/PSYCHOLOGY CLUB
--5.Spring 2013 Psi Chi Applications & Membership Fee Deadlines Approaching!
--6.Next Meeting 3/27/13--Psychology Professor Panel
--7.Join Psi Chi/Psych Club's Relay for Life Team!
EVENTS
--8.Strengths + Career = Finding a Job
--9.How Will Your Abroad Experience Help You Get a Job?
--10."Target: Meet The Bullseye Event"--Invite-Only Event with Target Corp
--11.Looking for Post-Grad Job Opportunities? Insight Global Info Session
JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
--12.Seeking Peer Mentors for President's Emerging Scholars Program
--13.Full-Time Position with National Youth Advisory Council
--14.Cognitive Trainer Positions Open in Twin Cities Metro
LEARNING ABROAD
--15.Study Abroad Summer 2013? Sorensen Family Scholarship
--16.Bridging Loan Program for Initial Study Abroad Costs
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PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING ANNOUNCEMENTS
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1.No Walk-In Hours Tomorrow, Wednesday 3/13/13
There will be no walk-in hours tomorrow, Wednesday, March 13th. We apologize for any inconvenience. Feel free to email psyadvis@umn.edu with any questions.

*****
2.Psych Advising Office Hours During Spring Break
Spring break is only a few days away! University services, however, will not be on vacation (for the most part!). We in Psychology Undergraduate Advising will still be available to meet with during scheduled appointments and walk-in hours. Our front desk will not be steadily staffed during this time, so if you have quick questions, it will be best to send an email to psyadvis@umn.edu, and we will respond as soon as we are able. The University will be closed on Friday, March 22nd for a floating holiday.

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3.Spam Folder & PsyAdvis Email
While same-domain emails are not supposed to end up in spam folders, it has come to our attention that emails from our account (psyadvis@umn.edu) are occasionally being sent to students' spam folders. Unfortunately, this can lead to students missing crucial information, as email is the official form of communication on this campus. Ensure you are not missing needed information by adding us to your 'Never send it to Spam' list! It just takes a minute using the following steps:
1.In Gmail, click Settings > Filters > Create a new filter.
2.Enter "psyadvis@umn.edu" in the 'From' field, and then click 'Create filter with this search.'
3.Select 'Never send it to spam,' and then click 'Create Filter.'

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CAMPUS RESOURCES
*****
4.Want to Get Back on Track Academically? Enroll in LASK 1101!
LASK 1101: Academic Refresher is a 1-credit course designed for students who would like some help in getting your academic approach back on track. If you are having troubles with procrastination or motivation, this course can assist in providing strategies to curb those grades and your study habits! A section of this course will begin the week after Spring Break, with registration closing by Tuesday, 3/26/13. To register for this course, students must call University Counseling & Consulting Services at 612-624-3323--be sure to mention LASK 1101!

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PSI CHI/PSYCHOLOGY CLUB
*****
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!
*****
5.Spring 2013 Psi Chi Applications & Membership Fee Deadlines Approaching!
If you are interested in becoming a member of Psi Chi, you must submit your application before Tuesday March 26th. Applications are available on the door of N118 Elliott Hall. Completed applications can be submitted in the drop box outside of N108 Elliott Hall. Initial membership fees will be due shortly following, by Wednesday April 10th. Membership fees can be submitted to the drop box outside of N108 Elliott Hall, or brought to a Psi Chi meeting.

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6.Next Meeting 3/27/13--Psychology Professor Panel
Join us after spring break on Wednesday, March 27th at 4:30pm in Elliott N119 for our professor panel! Department of Psychology professors will be on hand to answer any questions you might have about graduate school, careers in psychology, research (and how you can get involved), as well as anything else you'd like to know--Jimmy John's and cold beverages will be there for the taking.

*****
7.Join Psi Chi/Psych Club's Relay for Life Team!
Help Psi Chi/Psych Club raise money for cancer research by joining the Relay for Life team. Go to this link and click "Join a Team," then search for Psi Chi/ Psychology Club. Relay for Life will be held on Friday, April 5th--please plan to attend!

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EVENTS
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8.Strengths + Career = Finding a Job
Thursday, April 4th; 1:00 - 2:00pm
STSS 131 A
Need a job? This workshop will help you explore how you can use your strengths to create your personal brand which you then can use in your resume, cover letters, elevator pitch for events like career fairs, and in interviewing. You'll leave this workshop with concrete ways that you can use each of your strengths in the job search, interviewing, and a new position. Find out more and register here.

*****
9.How Will Your Abroad Experience Help You Get a Job?
Wednesday, March 13th; 2:00 - 3:15pm
University International Center (UIC) Room 101, 331 17th Ave SE
The Learning Abroad Center is hosting 'Effective Interviewing: Tell Your International Stories' for students who have had an international experience and would like to learn best practices in incorporating it into their job or graduate school search! Career counselors will share their expertise on how to get the most out of an interview.

*****
10."Target: Meet The Bullseye Event"--Invite-Only Event with Target Corp
Interested in interning with or working for Target Corporation? If you will be graduating between Fall 2014 and Spring 2016, have a GPA of 3.0 or above, and are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer, then you should register to attend this invite-only event! Target is recruiting the next generation of leaders who have a passion to succeed. This exclusive event will provide an overview of Target and internship & full-time opportunities, with a panel of team members sharing their experiences from Merchandising, Product Design and Development, Finance, Technology...and more. You will take a tour of Target headquarters and get interviewing and resume tips and tricks! If you would like to be considered to attend, visit the 'Career Events' section on GoldPASS.umn.edu (search on 'All Events' or select the category of 'Employer Site Visit'), and register with your resume. The deadline to apply via GoldPASS to be considered by Target for this opportunity is Wednesday, March 27th.

*****
11.Looking for Post-Grad Job Opportunities? Insight Global Info Session
Wednesday, March 13th; 4:30 - 5:30pm
518/520 Science Teaching and Student Services Building (STSS)
Insight Global is seeking qualified college graduates who have gained leadership experience through internships or organizations on campus, held positions in sales/marketing, have a competitive drive, and love working with people. Attend this information session to learn more about full-time careers with Insight Global.

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JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
*****
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.
*****
12.Seeking Peer Mentors for President's Emerging Scholars Program
The President's Emerging Scholars Program (PES) is seeking applicants for PES Peer Mentor positions. Peer Mentors must be positive role models who demonstrate intercultural sensitivity and competency, maturity, empathy, warmth, assertiveness, and resourcefulness. Peer Mentors will work closely with PES staff, including college personnel to support the success of PES participants. Peer Mentors will be selected based on their ability to work well with individuals from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds, communicate effectively, & exhibit creative problem solving skills. Additionally, Peer Mentors need to have patience, flexibility, strong organizational skills, and be willing and ready to learn. The Peer Mentor position is a paid position. Pay is equivalent to $10/hour. Students with work-study funds are highly encouraged to apply. For additional information and to apply, visit here.

*****
13.Full-Time Position with National Youth Advisory Council
The National Youth Advisory Council (NYLC) has a position opening for a Professional Development Manager to lead youth initiatives. As lead professional development staff for NYLC's youth initiatives, this position oversees the Youth Advisory Council, develops and implements NYLC's youth trainings, and builds relationships with youth-serving partners. The complete position announcement can be found here and is open until filled, with resumes being reviewed on a rolling basis beginning March 25.

*****
14.Cognitive Trainer Positions Open in Twin Cities Metro
LearningRX is seeking recent or upcoming graduates to fulfill part-time position openings 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. Individuals who are quick-thinking, high energy, and who have completed a bachelor's degree or are graduating soon are encouraged to apply. Hours are flexible but at least four days with availability between the hours of 3PM-8PM are required. For more information and to request an interview, call 952-949-6900. Resumes can be sent to nate.maus@learningrx.net.

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LEARNING ABROAD
*****
15.Study Abroad Summer 2013? Sorensen Family Scholarship
CLA undergraduates are invited to apply for scholarships to support full-time study abroad during the summer term of 2013. Awards will be made between $1,000 and $1,500. Preference is for students connecting the experience to their major and/or students including language study in their program. To apply, submit a completed application form (available in 214 Social Sciences) and a 300-500 word essay explaining the ways in which the program abroad supports your course of study at the University of Minnesota. Applications must be submitted electronically to igs@umn.edu. Please include "Sorensen Scholarship" in the subject line. Application Deadline March 30, 2013.

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16.Bridging Loan Program for Initial Study Abroad Costs
The Learning Abroad Center is pleased to announce the launch of the Bridging Loan program to assist students in paying for the upfront 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. To qualify, students must have an EFC (Expected Family Contribution) of $10,000 or less. Full details and eligibility can be found here.

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 ANNOUNCEMENTS
--1.No Walk-In Hours Tomorrow, Wednesday 3/13/13
--2.Psych Advising Office Hours During Spring Break
--3.Spam Folder & PsyAdvis Email
CAMPUS RESOURCES
--4.Want to Get Back on Track Academically? Enroll in LASK 1101!
PSI CHI/PSYCHOLOGY CLUB
--5.Spring 2013 Psi Chi Applications & Membership Fee Deadlines Approaching!
--6.Next Meeting 3/27/13--Psychology Professor Panel
--7.Join Psi Chi/Psych Club's Relay for Life Team!
EVENTS
--8.Strengths + Career = Finding a Job
--9.How Will Your Abroad Experience Help You Get a Job?
--10."Target: Meet The Bullseye Event"--Invite-Only Event with Target Corp
--11.Looking for Post-Grad Job Opportunities? Insight Global Info Session
JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
--12.Seeking Peer Mentors for President's Emerging Scholars Program
--13.Full-Time Position with National Youth Advisory Council
--14.Cognitive Trainer Positions Open in Twin Cities Metro
LEARNING ABROAD
--15.Study Abroad Summer 2013? Sorensen Family Scholarship
--16.Bridging Loan Program for Initial Study Abroad Costs
--------------------------------------------
PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING ANNOUNCEMENTS
*****
1.No Walk-In Hours Tomorrow, Wednesday 3/13/13
There will be no walk-in hours tomorrow, Wednesday, March 13th. We apologize for any inconvenience. Feel free to email psyadvis@umn.edu with any questions.
*****
2.Psych Advising Office Hours During Spring Break
Spring break is only a few days away! University services, however, will not be on vacation (for the most part!). We in Psychology Undergraduate Advising will still be available to meet with during scheduled appointments and walk-in hours. Our front desk will not be steadily staffed during this time, so if you have quick questions, it will be best to send an email to psyadvis@umn.edu, and we will respond as soon as we are able. The University will be closed on Friday, March 22nd for a floating holiday.
*****
3.Spam Folder & PsyAdvis Email
While same-domain emails are not supposed to end up in spam folders, it has come to our attention that emails from our account (psyadvis@umn.edu) are occasionally being sent to students' spam folders. Unfortunately, this can lead to students missing crucial information, as email is the official form of communication on this campus. Ensure you are not missing needed information by adding us to your 'Never send it to Spam' list! It just takes a minute using the following steps:
1.In Gmail, click Settings > Filters > Create a new filter.
2.Enter "psyadvis@umn.edu" in the 'From' field, and then click 'Create filter with this search.'
3.Select 'Never send it to spam,' and then click 'Create Filter.'
--------------------------------------------
CAMPUS RESOURCES
*****
4.Want to Get Back on Track Academically? Enroll in LASK 1101!
LASK 1101: Academic Refresher is a 1-credit course designed for students who would like some help in getting your academic approach back on track. If you are having troubles with procrastination or motivation, this course can assist in providing strategies to curb those grades and your study habits! A section of this course will begin the week after Spring Break, with registration closing by Tuesday, 3/26/13. To register for this course, students must call University Counseling & Consulting Services at 612-624-3323--be sure to mention LASK 1101!
--------------------------------------------
PSI CHI/PSYCHOLOGY CLUB
*****
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!
*****
5.Spring 2013 Psi Chi Applications & Membership Fee Deadlines Approaching!
If you are interested in becoming a member of Psi Chi, you must submit your application before Tuesday March 26th. Applications are available on the door of N118 Elliott Hall. Completed applications can be submitted in the drop box outside of N108 Elliott Hall. Initial membership fees will be due shortly following, by Wednesday April 10th. Membership fees can be submitted to the drop box outside of N108 Elliott Hall, or brought to a Psi Chi meeting.
*****
6.Next Meeting 3/27/13--Psychology Professor Panel
Join us after spring break on Wednesday, March 27th at 4:30pm in Elliott N119 for our professor panel! Department of Psychology professors will be on hand to answer any questions you might have about graduate school, careers in psychology, research (and how you can get involved), as well as anything else you'd like to know--Jimmy John's and cold beverages will be there for the taking.
*****
7.Join Psi Chi/Psych Club's Relay for Life Team!
Help Psi Chi/Psych Club raise money for cancer research by joining the Relay for Life team. Go to this link and click "Join a Team," then search for Psi Chi/ Psychology Club. Relay for Life will be held on Friday, April 5th--please plan to attend!
--------------------------------------------
EVENTS
*****
8.Strengths + Career = Finding a Job
Thursday, April 4th; 1:00 - 2:00pm
STSS 131 A
Need a job? This workshop will help you explore how you can use your strengths to create your personal brand which you then can use in your resume, cover letters, elevator pitch for events like career fairs, and in interviewing. You'll leave this workshop with concrete ways that you can use each of your strengths in the job search, interviewing, and a new position. Find out more and register here.
*****
9.How Will Your Abroad Experience Help You Get a Job?
Wednesday, March 13th; 2:00 - 3:15pm
University International Center (UIC) Room 101, 331 17th Ave SE
The Learning Abroad Center is hosting 'Effective Interviewing: Tell Your International Stories' for students who have had an international experience and would like to learn best practices in incorporating it into their job or graduate school search! Career counselors will share their expertise on how to get the most out of an interview.
*****
10."Target: Meet The Bullseye Event"--Invite-Only Event with Target Corp
Interested in interning with or working for Target Corporation? If you will be graduating between Fall 2014 and Spring 2016, have a GPA of 3.0 or above, and are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer, then you should register to attend this invite-only event! Target is recruiting the next generation of leaders who have a passion to succeed. This exclusive event will provide an overview of Target and internship & full-time opportunities, with a panel of team members sharing their experiences from Merchandising, Product Design and Development, Finance, Technology...and more. You will take a tour of Target headquarters and get interviewing and resume tips and tricks! If you would like to be considered to attend, visit the 'Career Events' section on GoldPASS.umn.edu (search on 'All Events' or select the category of 'Employer Site Visit'), and register with your resume. The deadline to apply via GoldPASS to be considered by Target for this opportunity is Wednesday, March 27th.
*****
11.Looking for Post-Grad Job Opportunities? Insight Global Info Session
Wednesday, March 13th; 4:30 - 5:30pm
518/520 Science Teaching and Student Services Building (STSS)
Insight Global is seeking qualified college graduates who have gained leadership experience through internships or organizations on campus, held positions in sales/marketing, have a competitive drive, and love working with people. Attend this information session to learn more about full-time careers with Insight Global.
--------------------------------------------
JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
*****
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.
*****
12.Seeking Peer Mentors for President's Emerging Scholars Program
The President's Emerging Scholars Program (PES) is seeking applicants for PES Peer Mentor positions. Peer Mentors must be positive role models who demonstrate intercultural sensitivity and competency, maturity, empathy, warmth, assertiveness, and resourcefulness. Peer Mentors will work closely with PES staff, including college personnel to support the success of PES participants. Peer Mentors will be selected based on their ability to work well with individuals from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds, communicate effectively, & exhibit creative problem solving skills. Additionally, Peer Mentors need to have patience, flexibility, strong organizational skills, and be willing and ready to learn. The Peer Mentor position is a paid position. Pay is equivalent to $10/hour. Students with work-study funds are highly encouraged to apply. For additional information and to apply, visit here.
*****
13.Full-Time Position with National Youth Advisory Council
The National Youth Advisory Council (NYLC) has a position opening for a Professional Development Manager to lead youth initiatives. As lead professional development staff for NYLC's youth initiatives, this position oversees the Youth Advisory Council, develops and implements NYLC's youth trainings, and builds relationships with youth-serving partners. The complete position announcement can be found here and is open until filled, with resumes being reviewed on a rolling basis beginning March 25.
*****
14.Cognitive Trainer Positions Open in Twin Cities Metro
LearningRX is seeking recent or upcoming graduates to fulfill part-time position openings 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. Individuals who are quick-thinking, high energy, and who have completed a bachelor's degree or are graduating soon are encouraged to apply. Hours are flexible but at least four days with availability between the hours of 3PM-8PM are required. For more information and to request an interview, call 952-949-6900. Resumes can be sent to nate.maus@learningrx.net.
--------------------------------------------
LEARNING ABROAD
*****
15.Study Abroad Summer 2013? Sorensen Family Scholarship
CLA undergraduates are invited to apply for scholarships to support full-time study abroad during the summer term of 2013. Awards will be made between $1,000 and $1,500. Preference is for students connecting the experience to their major and/or students including language study in their program. To apply, submit a completed application form (available in 214 Social Sciences) and a 300-500 word essay explaining the ways in which the program abroad supports your course of study at the University of Minnesota. Applications must be submitted electronically to igs@umn.edu. Please include "Sorensen Scholarship" in the subject line. Application Deadline March 30, 2013.
*****
16.Bridging Loan Program for Initial Study Abroad Costs
The Learning Abroad Center is pleased to announce the launch of the Bridging Loan program to assist students in paying for the upfront 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. To qualify, students must have an EFC (Expected Family Contribution) of $10,000 or less. Full details and eligibility can be found here.