1/7/14

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.Happy New Year!
--2.Winter Break Advising Hours
RESEARCH
--3.Apply For Summer Research Opportunities Now!
--4.Research Positions in Educational Psychology
JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
--5.Tutoring Positions with Lindamood-Bell
--6.Volunteer/Internship Opportunities with Amicus
--7.Living Skills Instructor Position With Alternatives for People With Autism Inc.
--8.Shift Leader Position With Alternatives for People With Autism Inc.

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PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING ANNOUNCEMENTS
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1.Happy New Year!
Psychology Undergraduate Advising would like to wish everyone a safe and happy New Year!
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2.Winter Break Advising Hours
Winter break availability runs through January 21st. Because advisor availability fluctuates, we will not hold drop-in hours during this time period. We will be available to meet with students through appointments only. If you would like to meet with an advisor, please submit an Appointment Request Form. Our office will remain open during our usual operating hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm. We will still be checking and responding to emails frequently during our business hours, so feel free to contact us with your questions at psyadvis@umn.edu.
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RESEARCH
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3.Apply For Summer Research Opportunities Now!
Many research institutions across the nation have stipend summer research programs that invite students to work closely with faculty and graduate students on research projects over the summer. These programs are a great opportunity to see what it would be like to be a psychology graduate student in a research program. They provide first-hand experience in advanced research, intensive guidance, networking and preparation for grad school admissions process (crafting CV and personal statement, preparation for the GRE etc.). They also provide an unforgettable summer with various social activities/events planned. You will spend a lot of time with other students from different states and disciplines that are also passionate about their research. Programs like these are competitive, and the applications are due soon. Winter break would be a great time to explore some of the available opportunities and begin the applications. The sooner you start on the applications the better because you will likely be asked to provide 2-3 letters of recommendation and a personal statement. Please keep in mind that some of these programs have specific criteria, such as citizenship, academic standards, and/or are catered for under represented populations of students, so read the eligibility carefully.
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4.Research Positions in Educational Psychology
We are looking for 1-2 undergraduate research assistants for the Spring 2014 semester. We are looking for responsible, enthusiastic, and detail-oriented individuals who can work in Dr. Christ's lab voluntarily, or for credit. Responsibilities will include: data entry, creating items for assessments, communicating with lab supervisor, possible data collection, analyzing data, and various daily responsibilities. Undergraduates will need to be available approximately 6 hours per week, during the normal business hours M-F. If you are interested in this opportunity please contact Gena Nelson for more information.
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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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5.Tutoring Positions with Lindamood-Bell
Lindamood-Bell is an organization dedicated to enhancing human learning. We provide intensive instruction in the underlying skills needed for proficiency in reading, spelling, comprehension, critical thinking, and math. Our instruction helps a wide range of individuals, pre-kindergarten through adult, by developing language processing that is critical to becoming a proficient learner in any subject. Lindamood-Bell is seeking energetic and friendly Tutors for our Twin Cities Learning Center! Seasonal positions are available, with PT hours. $13.00/hr. Visit us at www.lindamoodbell.com. and send resumes to resumes.twincities@lindamoodbell.com or fax to (952) 835-2790, Attn: Clinician Position. EOE.
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6.Volunteer/Internship Opportunities with Amicus
Amicus is a Minnesota not-for-profit organization with over 44 years of experience in improving public safety by helping inmates and ex-offenders through positive relationship-building, restorative justice practices and individualized transition services. Through innovative programming, Amicus helps inmates and ex-offenders reshape their lives, reach their goals, and make successful transitions from prison into the community. All of the Amicus programs are relationship-based, community-driven, culturally specific and outcome-oriented. Amicus offers many opportunities to volunteer. Our most popular opportunity is as a One to One, offering friendship to an inmate or someone recently released, as he or she works to build a new life. One to One requires only a few hours each month and a one-year commitment to the relationship. Internship opportunities are also available through Amicus Reconnect, a program and drop-in center providing information, referrals, and specialized one-on-one planning tailored to the specific challenges that come with having a criminal background. For more information or questions, please contact Jill Barnes at 612-877-4254, or visit us online.
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7.Living Skills Instructor Position With Alternatives for People With Autism Inc.
Alternatives for People with Autism, Inc. is currently seeking part-time direct-care Living Skills Instructors. This position includes assisting and teaching adults affected by autism and moderate to profound intellectual disability in a progressive residential setting. Requirements include: at least 15 college credits completed and the ability to work a variety of shifts, including AMs, PMs, Overnights, and weekends. Starting wage is $13.56 per hour, we offer $500 per academic semester scholarships, and we encourage the use of work hours toward academic internship credits. Please submit a resume to gpalkki@afpwa.org, call 763-560-2988 for more information, or visit our website for a full job description. You can also find this position listed on GoldPass.
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8.Shift Leader Position With Alternatives for People With Autism Inc.
Alternatives for People with Autism, Inc. is currently seeking a full-time Shift Leader to work with adults affected by autism and moderate to profound intellectual disability in a progressive residential setting. Shift Leaders also assist in supervisory duties and serve as on-call resource three times per week. Requirements include: a four year degree in a related field (psychology, etc.) competed by Spring 2014 and the ability to work a variety of shifts, including AMs, PMs, Overnights, and weekends. Starting wage is $14.42 per hour, we offer $500 per academic semester scholarships, and we encourage the use or work hours toward academic internship credits and field experience. Please submit a resume to gpalkki@afpwa.org, call 763-560-2988 for more information, or visit our website for a full job description. You can also find this position listed on GoldPass.
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