Wednesday, November 19, 2014

11/18/14

Psych Scoop 11/18/14
The inside scoop on staying engaged and up-to-date with the Psychology Advisor!
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PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING
--1.The Diversity Expo Was a Success!
--2.Drop-In Hours Altered
EVENTS
--3.Global Seminars Info Sessions
--4.Active Minds Hosts: Diversity in Mental Health
--5.MCAE Fall Workshops
--6.MCAE Tutoring
--7.CLA Student Board Speed Networking Event
--8.Win an Free Kindle in Kaplan's Drawing
RESEARCH
--9.Registering for Research with a Child Psychology Faculty Member
--10.Research Opportunity in Social Psychology Lab
--11.Mental Health Research in Mexico this Summer
--12.DESRE- Disparities Elimination Summer Research Experience Program
--13.McNair Research Scholars Applications
ENGAGEMENT
--14.Apply to be a De-Stress Volunteer
--15.Social Justice Leadership Retreat - Apply Now!
--16.Opportunity for Males to Get Involved: Ending Sexual Assault
COURSES
--17.EPSY 5801: Assessment & Decision Making in School & Community Settings
--18.Courses in Gerontology
--19.Courses in Medical Laboratory Science
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
--20.Master of Science in Applied Psychology Online Program
JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
--21.CORRECTION from 11/11 Psych Scoop : Full Time Job Opportunity at Natalis
--22.Intern with Congressman Keith Ellison
--23.Part Time Case Management Position
--24.Director of Training and Outreach at the Mentoring Partnership of Minnesota
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PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING
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1.The Diversity Expo Was a Success!
Two weeks ago, the Psychology Diversity Council hosted the 2nd Psychology Diversity Expo. We had over 50 students, and more than 10 organizations/offices in attendance - thank you if you were among that number! Also, a big congratulations to Korrina Griffith and Alyssa Chou for winning the $25 Amazon Gift Cards! If you have any feedback about the council or our event, we would love to hear it! The Diversity Council is a relatively new entity of the Psychology Department, and we are still trying to figure out how we can be most helpful. Any feedback that you have can be submitted anonymously online. If you are interested in getting more involved with the Diversity Council, or would like to know more about our future events and programming, please send an email to psyadvis@umn.edu with the subject "I'm interested in the Diversity Council."
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2.Drop-In Hours Altered
Psychology Advising will have shortened Drop-In hours on Friday, 11/21/14. Kayla will be taking the Drop-Ins on Friday from noon-1pm in Psychology Advising.
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EVENTS
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3.Global Seminars Info Sessions
Learn about 9 exciting study abroad programs during May Session. With Global Seminars, you can earn 3 credits and meet liberal education requirements during a 3-week, instructor-led program. Financial aid and scholarship opportunities will be discussed on Thursday, December 11, 420B Science Teaching & Student Services (STSS Building). Global Seminars in Europe from 2-3 p.m, and Global Seminars in Asia, Africa, and Latin America 3-4 p.m.
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4.Active Minds Hosts: Diversity in Mental Health
Active Minds, a mental health awareness student group on campus, is hosting a discussion panel for the University community titled "Diversity in Mental Health: The Unique Concerns of a Universal Problem." The event will take place from 8:00PM to 9:00PM in the Coffman theater on Monday, November 24th, doors will open at 7:30PM for refreshments. There will be a panel of university speakers including peer educators from the Aurora Center, Dr. Richard Lee from the Psychology department, and Stef Wilenchek from the GLBTA Programs Office. The panel will discuss how different groups of people can have varying risk factors, experiences, attitudes, and coping mechanisms related to mental health. The goal is to better understand how mental health issues affect our entire community. The event is free to all!
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5.MCAE Fall Workshops
The Multicultural Center for Academic Excellence (MCAE) is offering great fall workshops on: Power, Hmong Culture, The Dream Act and American Indians. Check out their workshop schedule online for more information or email mace@umn.edu.
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6.MCAE Tutoring
As we approach the critical mid-term and final exam periods of this semester we want to remind you to take advantage of the resources available to you on campus. Walk-in tutoring service at the Multicultural Center for Academic Excellence (MCAE) is service is free and available for all U of M Twin Cities students. Subjects covered include writing, general and organic chemistry, biochemistry, general biology, genetics, algebra, pre-calculus, calculus, human anatomy and physiology, physics, C/C++ programming, languages (Dakota, Spanish, Ojibwe), economics, statistics, accounting, animal science, nutrition, and more (see online schedule). If you may need tutoring support for a course not included please contract MCAE.
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7.CLA Student Board Speed Networking Event
This Thursday, November 20 from 6:30 - 9:00pm the CLA Student Board is hosting a Speed Networking Event at the Campus Club. Throughout the year, CLASB offers various events that allow current students to network and build relationships with CLA Alumni. Our events range from a Speed Networking event to dinners with CLA Alumni that have created their own businesses. This speed networking event is a great opportunities to learn and get advice from Alumni. For more information go online.
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8.Win an Free Kindle in Kaplan's Drawing
Want to win a Free Kindle Fire HDX? Enter Kaplan's Season of Thanks Drawing. The winner will be notified on December 1st! Winners will also be chosen for other giveaway items, like gift cards or GRE Flashcards. Questions? Email Aly Johnson at alyssa.johnson@kaplan.com.
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RESEARCH
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9.Registering for Research with a Child Psychology Faculty Member
If you are planning to work in a Child Development research lab (with a Faculty member from the Institute of Child Psychology) and register for CPsy 4994 credit, this experience can be used towards the Psychology major as PSY elective credit. In order to use CPsy 4994 for credit toward your psychology major, you must fill out a Psychology Undergraduate Research Contract and bring it to Psychology Advising to be approved before the end of the 2nd week of the term. If you do not fill out an Psychology Undergraduate Research Contract (to be obtained from Psychology Advising in N108 Elliott Hall) by the deadline, the credit will not be applicable towards your Psychology major.
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10.Research Opportunity in Social Psychology Lab
The Social Interaction Lab, run by Dr. Jeffry Simpson, is hiring research assistants for the spring semester to work on projects about conflict in romantic relationships, prosocial behavior and social networks, and evolutionary and social psychology. Interested students should Allie Farrell (farre212@umn.edu) by 10am on Friday, November 21st with "Interest in RA Positions" as the subject line. The email should contain the following information: Name, Email, Major(s)/Minor(s), Expected graduation date, GPA, and One sentence about why you're interested in working in the Social Interaction Lab. Qualified applicants will receive a full RA application and detailed descriptions of the positions. Late emails will not receive a response. Email Allie Farrell (farre212@umn.edu) with any questions about these positions or the application process.
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11.Mental Health Research in Mexico this Summer
Undergraduate and pre-doctoral level students who are interested in conducting mental health research in Mexico during the summer of 2015, and who meet the application criteria, are encouraged to apply for the NIH/NIMHD-funded Minority Health and Health Disparities International Research Training program (MHIRT) which we refer to as the Latino Mental Health Research Training Program. Interested undergraduate and pre-doctoral level students meeting criteria should visit the website. Criteria include: 3.0 GPA or better, Research career orientation, Demonstrated interest in and/or commitment to reducing health disparities, Excellent Spanish language oral and written skills, Background in statistics and/or demonstrated social/behavioral sciences research experience, Undergraduates with junior or senior class standing for 2014-2015, post baccalaureate students, and pre-doctoral level students, U.S. citizen, permanent resident, non-citizen national, and From a group with health disparities including African American, Asian American, Latino, Native American, Alaskan Native, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, students from lower socioeconomic backgrounds and rural communities. The on-line application opened on November 15, 2014, and the last day to submit an application is February 2, 2015.
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12.DESRE- Disparities Elimination Summer Research Experience Program
The initiative is a 6-week summer program at Georgia Southern University hosted by the Rural Health Research Institute and funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The initiative, called DESRE (Disparities Elimination Summer Research Experience), is a paid, hands-on research experience for undergraduate and graduate students. During the program, students engage in cutting-edge rural health disparities research and receive training in the unique factors associated with addressing health disparities. Students work with and learn from a team of experienced faculty researchers from both Georgia Southern University and Mercer University. Go online to learn more about the program and access the application. The application deadline is Monday, December 1st, 2014. Please contact Janie Wilson, with any questions or for more information about the program.
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13.McNair Research Scholars Applications
The University of Minnesota's Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program is now accepting applications for summer 2015. The priority application deadline is January 26, 2015. The goal of McNair Scholars is to give undergraduate students intensive, faculty-driven research experiences and prepare students for entry into graduate school. During the the 10-week summer research program students: Develop a great relationship with a professor that is essential for applying to graduate school; Receive a $3,500 stipend; Conduct research with a professor; Develop a quality research paper; Receive guidance through the graduate school process (e.g. identify graduate programs, write a personal statement, create a curriculum vitae, etc.), and Present research at poster sessions held on campus. Qualifications include: First generation college student and low income, or from an underrepresented group; GPA of 2.75 and above; Full-time sophomore or junior and a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident; Students with a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) focus are strongly encouraged to apply to the McNair Scholars Program, as are student veterans. I encourage interested students to check out the McNair website for more information, and to sign up to attend a information session. Staff will be on hand to answer questions about the program and application process. Click here (right toolbar) to view/register for upcoming information sessions. Also, feel free to contact Anthony Albecker (albecker@umn.edu), Shade' Osifuye (osif0003@umn.edu), Bai Vue (vuexx085@umn.edu) or visit us online and on Facebook.
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ENGAGEMENT
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14.Apply to be a De-Stress Volunteer
The de-stress health promotion student group is a peer counseling program being developed by UCCS and Boynton. The group focuses on student stress and mental health. Members of this group educate students about stressors, stress management skills, and campus resources related to stress management through Stress Check Ins and other activities. The program is currently recruiting volunteers. We are looking for volunteers with a positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, a passion for public health, particularly within areas of mental health and stress management. Approximately 15 volunteers will be selected through a simple application basis essentially asking why they would like to be involved in the program. Volunteers who currently attend weekly meetings and participate will also be taken into consideration. Volunteers selected will participate in a 16 hour training prior to the start of the program (March) between January-February. Training will be provided by Boynton's Mental Health Clinic and UCCs and will cover a variety of mental health and stress management topics, including what to do if a student should need to be brought to Boynton's Mental Health Clinic. This group currently hosts weekly meetings on Thursdays from 4-5PM in Boynton's Garden room (N101). More information can be found online and on Facebook. Any additional questions can be sent to distress@umn.edu
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15.Social Justice Leadership Retreat - Apply Now!
The University of Minnesota offers many opportunities, but few are as meaningful and powerful as the Social Justice Leadership Retreat (SJLR). The SJLR focuses on developing and fostering diversity and social justice leaders committed to improving the campus climate for all students and working towards a more just and equitable society. The 3 day retreat (January 17-19) takes students and facilitators away from campus to explore issues of identity, oppression, and how to make an impact on campus and in the community after the retreat. Over 700 students have attended our retreats over the last ten years and those students are having a powerful impact on campus and in the community using what they learned and the connections they made. To find out more information about the retreat and to apply, please check out our website. The application deadline for the retreat is December 2.
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16.Opportunity for Males to Get Involved: Ending Sexual Assault
The Aurora Center for Advocacy and Education is looking for male identified students and staff who want to assist our work in putting an end to sexual assault, relationship violence and stalking. Volunteers obtain a state-wide certification as a sexual assault counselor upon completion of a 40 hour training that happens over a long week starting Jan.30, 2015 through Feb. 7th. The training is based on a social justice model and experienced with a great community of up to 30 students and staff. You will find it challenging, rewarding and even fun with snacks and food at appropriate times. Applications are due by November 28th! To get more information check out umn.edu/aurora or email Jerie Smith at smith449@umn.edu. Come and be part of the solution!
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COURSES
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IMPORTANT: Not all courses listed below are offered by the Department of Psychology, and you will need to meet with your college advisor to find out how they will fit into your academic program.
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17.EPSY 5801: Assessment & Decision Making in School & Community Settings
The 3 credit course is an introduction to psychological and educational assessment for individuals who work with children and youth, especially those experiencing academic and behavior problems. We will study standardized tests of intelligence, achievement, socio-emotional functioning, perception, reading, mathematics, adaptive behavior, and language. The course will address preschool through grade 12, with an emphasis on preschool and elementary school. This class is recommended for students who plan to go into a career or graduate program related to education. Please contact Yvette Anne Aranas at arana004@umn.edu for more information.
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18.Courses in Gerontology
If you want to learn about aging, from the effects of biology on the aging process, to social and institutional supports and challenges, you should look into the courses offered through Gerontology this spring. A few courses include: GERO 5100 -001: Hot Topics in the Biology of Aging (1 credit); GERO 5100-002: Aging and Society (2 credits); GERO 5100: The Biology of Aging (3 credits); GERO 5115: Introduction to Geriatrics (2 credits), and GERO 5125: Gerontology Service Learning (3 credits), all of these courses and more are approved for the freestanding Gerontology Minor, as well as the Aging Studies Certificate. For further information, please direct inquiries to rockn008@umn.edu
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19.Courses in Medical Laboratory Science
If you enjoy science and may be considering a career in a medical setting, the Medical Laboratory Science (formally Clinical Laboratory Science) program is offering several courses this spring and/or summer. Some courses include: MLSP 1010: Introduction to Medical Laboratory Sciences; MLSP 5011W - Professional Issues in the Health Care Community; MLSP 5311 - Fundamental Biomedical Laboratory Techniques; MLSP 5511 Principles of Immunobiology. Any questions about our courses or requests for permission numbers should be directed to cahpinfo@umn.edu.
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GRADUATE PROGRAMS
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IMPORTANT: Programs 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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20.Master of Science in Applied Psychology Online Program
We are pleased to announce the Master of Science in Applied Psychology Online program at University of Southern California. This unique program is for those seeking to work in organizational development, social media and analytics, market research, marketing or any field related to human behavior in organizations. Our curriculum is at the intersection of psychology theory, research and practice in business settings. We currently offer concentrations and coursework in both organizational psychology and consumer psychology, both of which are in the top occupational growth areas of this decade. We encourage you to explore this program if you are interested in using psychology in a real-world setting other than in a clinical context. The education and the support you will receive by joining our diverse and rapidly growing online student body at the University of Southern California is nothing less than excellent. Feel free to contract us (annycho@usc.edu) with any questions that you may have.
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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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21.CORRECTION from 11/11 Psych Scoop : Full Time Job Opportunity at Natalis
There was a full time job opportunity with Natalis Outcomes posted in the Psych Scoop last week, 11/11/14, and it was brought to our attention that the email address that was listed to send letters of interest and resumes was misspelled. The correct email is: Jeffrey.wigren@natalisoutcomes.org.
ORIGINAL POST:
Natalis Outcomes is seeking a lead behavioral health care manager to perform the following at Natalis Counseling & Psychology Solutions, a multispecialty mental and behavioral health outpatient clinic: 1. Provide care coordinator services and referral support to clients and clinic providers 2. Assist clients with accessing community-based resources and services 3. Effectively work with the clinic's providers 4. Administer, interpret and coordinate client treatment outcomes evaluation and tracking 5. Perform other duties assigned by administrative or clinical leaders. The position will be full time position during normal business hours, and is located on MTC Light rail Green Line (though private transportation is desired). The salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience, and there will be a monthly healthcare expense reimbursement of $200, and 10 days of PTO, plus 7 holidays. Qualifications include: 1. Bachelor's of Arts in psychology or social sciences strongly preferred 2. Completion of a bachelor's in social sciences by the summer of 2015 required, 3. Demonstrate cross cultural understanding and competency to work with diverse client population 4. Ability to use a PC and basic software packages 5. Basic understanding of mental and behavioral health care and treatment modalities. Please send a letter of interest and a resume to Jeffrey.wigren@natalisoutcomes.org.
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22.Intern with Congressman Keith Ellison
As we near the semester's end, Congressman Keith Ellison is looking for the next group of smart, hardworking, and dedicated students for a Winter 2015 internship opportunity in his Minneapolis office. Internships are offered for individuals interested in learning the operations of a Congressional office: current events as they relate to Congressional activity, federal legislation and legislative issues, constituent services, and events research and planning. Interns must work at least 15 hours per week. Unfortunately, due to House ethics guidelines, we are not able to offer compensation to interns. People of color, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ individuals, and those from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Though this internship demands high-quality work and investment, we are seeking applicants who are passionate about social justice and in need of experience. Applications are due by December 12, 2014, and may be emailed to nicky.leingang@mail.house.gov. More information about the posting can be found online. If you have any questions, please contact Nicky Leingang by email (nicky.leingang@mail.house.gov) or telephone (612-522-1212).
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23.Part Time Case Management Position
Empowering Students to Achieve Program at LSS, currently has a part-time case management position (up to 20 hrs./week) available for the remainder of the school year. We are looking for a strong candidate with a great youth development experience. Please apply online. The Position is under the Human Services Category
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24.Director of Training and Outreach at the Mentoring Partnership of Minnesota
MPM is looking for great addition to our dynamic team. The Director of Training and Outreach is responsible for development, delivery and evaluation of the services of MPM's Training Institute, which supports Minnesota organizations' efforts to start and strengthen quality youth mentoring programs. This is a position with a lot of variety, including opportunities to connect with mentoring program staff, volunteers and supporters throughout Minnesota and beyond. The complete job description and application are online; applications will be accepted through December 1st.
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Thursday, November 13, 2014

11/11/14

PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING
--1.Careers & Pizza: Careers in the fight against Eating Disorders
PSI CHI/PSYCHOLOGY CLUB
--2.Pizza, Pop, & Grad School Talk
--3.ATTN Accepted Psi Chi Applicants
EVENTS
--4.Gradstaff Webinar for Graduating Seniors
--5.CLA Career Services - Employer Visits
--6.Pro Advice 101: Career Tips from the UMN Alumni Network
--7.Bender Virtual Career Fair
RESEARCH
--8.McNair Research Scholars Applications
SCHOLARSHIPS
--9.MCAE Scholarship
COURSES
--10.CPSY Special Topics Courses
--11.Courses in the Center for Bioethics
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
--12.Clinical Social Work Practice and Licensure
--13.Master of Prof. Studies, concentration: Applied Behavioral Economics and Individual Choice!
JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
--14.Undergraduate Office Assistant Position
--15.Entry Level Positions with Korn Ferry
--16.Admissions Representative at UMR
--17.Full Time Job Opportunity at Natalis
--18.Conservation Corps Americorps Positions for Fall Grads
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1.Careers & Pizza: Careers in the fight against Eating Disorders
We are bringing the professionals to you! Join both a Therapist & a Nutritionist while they discuss their experiences working with individuals struggling with Eating Disorders. They share their different perspectives and the different work that they do. Investigate career opportunities in this field and how to obtain experience prior to graduate school or career opportunities. This is your opportunity to bring questions to professionals in your area of interest. Be ready to share contact information for follow-up questions. This is ideal for both the Psychology BA and Psychology BS majors alike. Join us on Thursday, 11/13/14 from 11:30am-1pm in N639 Elliott Hall. FREE PIZZA for those who RSVP! To RSVP for this event, please email psyadvis@umn.edu with the subject line "Careers & Pizza". Space (and pizza) will be limited.
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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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2.Pizza, Pop, & Grad School Talk
Psychology club is having a graduate student panel from 4:45 to 5:45 this Thursday in Elliott room N391. They will tell us about their fields of study and you can ask questions about their research, work, or the graduate school process in general. There will also be pizza! See you all there!
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3.ATTN Accepted Psi Chi Applicants
Attention new accepted applicants for Psi Chi: the due date for Psi Chi application fee is coming up! Please bring $65 (checks should be written out to Psi Chi) to drop-box outside the Psychology Advising Main Office (N108 Elliott Hall) by November 13th.
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4.Gradstaff Webinar for Graduating Seniors
Gradstaff will be hosting a free Webinar: What's Next? Job Search Strategies for Graduating Seniors, next week Tuesday, November 18th at 11:00am. This webinar will address these topics: Identifying transferable skills and career interests: Where you fit in the workplace; Demographic trends: How an aging workforce can impact your job search; Where the Jobs Are: Comparing Large vs. Small/Medium Employers; Target industries: Examples of industries that are hiring; 5 Entry-level career opportunities that you don't know about: Some examples to get you started. There will be a Q&A session at the end of the presentation, where attendees can get answers to any specific job search questions they have. Graduating seniors who will be looking for a professional full-time job after graduation - Both Fall 2014 and Spring/Summer 2015 grads are encouraged to attend. Alumni looking for job search tips will find important info as well. Pre-registration is required in order to reserve your spot - if you are unable to attend at the scheduled time, please register and information on viewing a recorded version of the webinar will be sent at the conclusion of the presentation for your convenience. Access is available from a computer, tablet, or mobile device. The webinar may be replayed on our website within 24 hours of the live presentation. For more information and to ask questions: hires@gradstaff.com.
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5.CLA Career Services - Employer Visits
If want an opportunity to meet with employers, check out CLA Career Services Events. Coming up this week and next week Career Services will host C.H. Robinson and Apple, Inc (great opportunity for Chinese International Students).
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6.Pro Advice 101: Career Tips from the UMN Alumni Network
All U of M students and alumni are invited to attend ProAdvice 101: Career Tips from the U of M Alumni Network on Tuesday, November 11th from 5:00-7:15pm in Memorial Hall, McNamara Alumni Center. This event offers a lively networking opportunity and interactive presentation that will address some of today's toughest professional etiquette, networking, and on-the-job questions, based on feedback from the 445,000+ strong University of Minnesota alumni community. Advice on how to negotiate salary, navigate food/beverage etiquette, avoid fatal job search mistakes, network with confidence, handle embarrassing questions, and more! Appetizers and non-alcohol beverages will be served. Cost: Students ($10 UMAA members; $15 non-members); Alumni ($20 UMAA members; $25 non-members) Registration required here. (Interested students and alumni can contact Erica Giorgi (giorg003@umn.edu) BEFORE registering for a possible registration fee discount.) Please contact Jon Ruzek at ruzek010@umn.edu with any questions you may have.
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7.Bender Virtual Career Fair
Are you a person with a disability looking for a career opportunity or internship? This virtual career fair, held on Thursday, November 13th, is a great opportunity for college students with disabilities to meet online with employers across the nation including American Transmission Co., ANSYS, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Enterprise Holdings, Epic, Genentech, KLA-Tencor, Lexmark, Verizon, & other excellent employers! Find out more information online.
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8.McNair Research Scholars Applications
The University of Minnesota's Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program is now accepting applications for summer 2015. The priority application deadline is January 26, 2015. The goal of McNair Scholars is to give undergraduate students intensive, faculty-driven research experiences and prepare students for entry into graduate school. During the the 10-week summer research program students: Develop a great relationship with a professor that is essential for applying to graduate school; Receive a $3,500 stipend; Conduct research with a professor; Develop a quality research paper; Receive guidance through the graduate school process (e.g. identify graduate programs, write a personal statement, create a curriculum vitae, etc.), and Present research at poster sessions held on campus. Qualifications include: First generation college student and low income, or from an underrepresented group; GPA of 2.75 and above; Full-time sophomore or junior and a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident; Students with a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) focus are strongly encouraged to apply to the McNair Scholars Program, as are student veterans. I encourage interested students to check out the McNair website for more information, and to sign up to attend a information session. Staff will be on hand to answer questions about the program and application process. Click here (right toolbar) to view/register for upcoming information sessions. Also, feel free to contact Anthony Albecker (albecker@umn.edu), Shade' Osifuye (osif0003@umn.edu), Bai Vue (vuexx085@umn.edu) or visit us online and on Facebook.
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9.MCAE Scholarship
The Multicultural Center for Academic Excellence (MCAE) is turning 10 this year! To celebrate, we partnered with Target Corporation to provide a special scholarship opportunity for eligible undergraduate students at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. MCAE will be awarding three one-time scholarships of $1,000 for Spring 2015 semester. Preference will be given to those students who are currently involved in MCAE programs and initiatives. To be eligible for the MCAE @ 10 Scholarship a student must: Be an undergraduate (full-time student), have a FAFSA on file, have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above, demonstrate financial need (students should consult with One Stop if they are uncertain, and be from an underrepresented background. Students can access the scholarship application at z.umn.edu/mcae10scholarship. The Application Deadline is Monday, December 1, 2014 at 11:59pm. Winners will be announced in early January 2015. Questions about the scholarship should be directed to David Zelaya (dzelaya@umn.edu).
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COURSES
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IMPORTANT: Not all courses listed below are offered by the Department of Psychology, and you will need to meet with your college advisor to find out how they will fit into your academic program.
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10.CPSY Special Topics Courses
This spring semester the Child Psychology department will be offering two special topics classes that are open to all students! These topics would be a great option for students interested in the arts, social work, sociology, public affairs or who just have a desire to work with children. Both classes are three credits. CPSY 4310 SEC 001: Imagination will be taught Mondays from 4:00-6:30pm and will This topic will examine how psychologists think about and study human imagination and play. CPSY 4310 SEC 002 Resilience in Children will be taught Wednesdays, from 4:00pm - 5:40pm.
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11.Courses in the Center for Bioethics
The Center for Bioethics (BTHX) is offering several interesting courses during Spring semester, including four new courses: Disability Ethics, Social Justice & Bioethics, Advanced Topics in Public Health Ethics, and Advanced Topics in Research Ethics. Other courses include: Dying in contemporary Medical Culture, Crossing Borders: Transnational Medical Travel & The Global Marketplace for Health Services, Research & Publication, and more. The Center has an extraordinary faculty and draws students from a wide variety of disciplines. Please consider these courses for yourself.
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GRADUATE PROGRAMS
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IMPORTANT: Programs 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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12.Clinical Social Work Practice and Licensure
If you are considering clinical social work practice, you may want to investigate the St. Kate's-St. Thomas MSW program. Over the summer, we updated our website to provide more information about the program and the profession. Here are links to some of our most popular pages: MSW home page; What is Clinical Social Work Practice?; St. Kate's - St. Thomas MSW Program-at-a-glance; Program format options; Explore areas of interest: opportunities for clinical practice specialization and MSW application process. There is an upcoming information session at St. Catherine University in St. Paul (Register HERE) on December 2nd from 7 - 9 pm, and online information sessions led by our Dean, Barbara Shank (Register HERE) on November 18th from 5 - 5:45 pm (CST) and December 17th from 7 - 7:45 pm (CST).
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13.Master of Prof. Studies, concentration: Applied Behavioral Economics and Individual Choice!
Are you interested in pursuing graduate studies upon graduation? Do you want to change the way the world thinks about food marketing, public policy, consulting, or consumer research? If so, this Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Agriculture and Life Sciences with concentration in Applied Behavioral Economics and Individual Choice - currently in its first year - might be just what you are looking for! This unique 2-semesters' MPS program offered through the Dyson School of Applied Economics & Management at Cornell University ignites cross-disciplinary solutions that transform consumer welfare as well as firm performance. Students have the opportunity to stylize their program in one of three areas of focus: Behavioral Marketing, Sustainability and Behavior, and Behavioral Finance. Check out and/or share with your friends the program's website. Apply now, only 25 seats available! If you have questions please contact Sandra Cuellar-Healey, Deputy Director, MPS-ABEIC Program at mps-abeic@cornell.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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14.Undergraduate Office Assistant Position
The MPC Admin Core is currently conducting a search for 1-2 undergraduate office assistants to join our front desk student team. This is an immediate opening but we would like to find individuals who would be able to work through future semesters. We're looking for someone who is hard working, has good attention to detail, and great customer service skills. If you are interested in this position you can apply online through the UMN Employment website (Req Number 195117).
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15.Entry Level Positions with Korn Ferry
At Korn Ferry, we design, build, attract and ignite talent. Since our inception, clients have trusted us to help recruit world-class leadership. Today, we are a single source for leadership and talent consulting services to empower businesses and leaders to reach their goals. Through our vision, research and tools across 80 offices and 3,400 employees, we convert potential into greatness. Our solutions range from executive recruitment and leadership development programs, to enterprise learning, succession planning, and recruitment process outsourcing (RPO). Currently Korn Ferry is hiring for a number of entry-level positions. Follow this link to see the available positions.
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16.Admissions Representative at UMR
The University of Minnesota Rochester as an opening for an Admissions Representative. Please view the following link for a complete position description and information on how to apply online.
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17.Full Time Job Opportunity at Natalis
Natalis Outcomes is seeking a lead behavioral health care manager to perform the following at Natalis Counseling & Psychology Solutions, a multispecialty mental and behavioral health outpatient clinic: 1. Provide care coordinator services and referral support to clients and clinic providers 2. Assist clients with accessing community-based resources and services 3. Effectively work with the clinic's providers 4. Administer, interpret and coordinate client treatment outcomes evaluation and tracking 5. Perform other duties assigned by administrative or clinical leaders. The position will be full time position during normal business hours, and is located on MTC Light rail Green Line (though private transportation is desired). The salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience, and there will be a monthly healthcare expense reimbursement of $200, and 10 days of PTO, plus 7 holidays. Qualifications include: 1. Bachelor's of Arts in psychology or social sciences strongly preferred 2. Completion of a bachelor's in social sciences by the summer of 2015 required, 3. Demonstrate cross cultural understanding and competency to work with diverse client population 4. Ability to use a PC and basic software packages 5. Basic understanding of mental and behavioral health care and treatment modalities. Please send a letter of interest and a resume to Jeffrey.wigren@natalisoutcomes.org
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18.Conservation Corps Americorps Positions for Fall Grads
Each year, the Youth Outdoors program hires AmeriCorps members to work outdoors in City and County public green spaces and to lead youth crews in the same work. We offer after-school jobs to 140 high school students in the metro area each year and our AmeriCorps members provide leadership and support to these youth. The Youth Outdoors program at Conservation Corps Minnesota is currently accepting applications for 22 AmeriCorps positions: Youth Outdoors Field Specialists, Youth Outdoors Crew Leaders and Youth Outdoors Crew Members. These positions are posted on GoldPASS but since they involve youth development and education, they may be of particular interest to Psychology students. More information and the link to the application can be found online. These AmeriCorps positions begin in early 2015 and end in mid-December. They require at least 40 hours per week so are likely best suited for recent graduates or Fall 2014 graduates. Upon finishing their terms of AmeriCorps service, Youth Outdoors members are eligible for an education award in the amount of $5645 (if eligible) that may be used for college expenses or to repay qualified student loans.
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Tuesday, November 4, 2014

11/4/14

Psych Scoop 10/28/14
The inside scoop on staying engaged and up-to-date with the Psychology Advisor!
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PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING
--1.Psychology Diversity Expo!
--2.Careers & Pizza: Careers in the fight against Eating Disorders
--3.Shortened Drop-In Hours on Thursday 11/6
PSI CHI/PSYCHOLOGY CLUB
--4.ATTN Accepted Psi Chi Applicants
RESEARCH
--5.Columbia Business School Research Programs
EVENTS
--6.Pro Advice 101: Career Tips from the UMN Alumni Network
--7.Bender Virtual Career Fair
LEARNING ABROAD
--8.NEW! Psychology & Research in Madrid: Summer 2015
SCHOLARSHIPS
--9.MCAE Scholarship
COURSES
--10.Neuroscience Course NSCI 3100 - Mind and Brain
--11.Work in the Community for Credit
--12.APPS 1620: 1 Credit Strategies for Success
JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
--13.Paid Internship - Summer Teaching Opportunity
--14.Tutoring Opportunity 4.5 Hours/Week
--15.Hiring Part Time Experienced Youth Worker
--16.Work Experience & Cash Prizes
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1.Psychology Diversity Expo!
The Psychology Undergraduate Diversity Council is a student advisory group dedicated to engaging diverse perspectives and ensuring accessibility of services and programs within the psychology undergraduate program. The Diversity Council will be hosting the very first Psychology Diversity Expo Tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5th. This event will feature programs and services that support students' academic success, engagement and goals. Students are welcome to come and go throughout the Expo. Speak with researchers in psychology labs, learn about summer research programs for multicultural and first generation students, become familiar with Career Services' resources, speak to Psychology grad program staff. Refreshments will be served, and students will have the chance to be entered into a prize drawing. Again, the event will be held Tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5th 2-4pm in N219 Elliott Hall. No RSVP necessary. Hope to see you there.
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2.Careers & Pizza: Careers in the fight against Eating Disorders
We are bringing the professionals to you! Join both a Therapist & a Nutritionist while they discuss their experiences working with individuals struggling with Eating Disorders. They share their different perspectives and the different work that they do. Investigate career opportunities in this field and how to obtain experience prior to graduate school or career opportunities. This is your opportunity to bring questions to professionals in your area of interest. Be ready to share contact information for follow-up questions. This is ideal for both the Psychology BA and Psychology BS majors alike. Join us on Thursday, 11/13/14 from 11:30am-1pm in N639 Elliott Hall. FREE PIZZA for those who RSVP! To RSVP for this event, please email psyadvis@umn.edu with the subject line "Careers & Pizza". Space (and pizza) will be limited.
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3.Shortened Drop-In Hours on Thursday 11/6
Thursday, November 6th Psychology Advising will have shortened Drop-in hours. Drop-ins typically run from 2:15-4:15pm on Thursdays, but this week we will only have one hour of Drop-ins, from 2:15-3:15pm. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. If you have questions, please email psyadvis@umn.edu.
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PSI CHI/PSYCHOLOGY CLUB
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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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4.ATTN Accepted Psi Chi Applicants
Attention new accepted applicants for Psi Chi: the due date for Psi Chi application fee is coming up! Please bring $65 (checks should be written out to Psi Chi) to drop-box outside the Psychology Advising Main Office (N108 Elliott Hall) by November 13th.
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RESEARCH
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5.Columbia Business School Research Programs
Are you interested in leveraging your analytical skills to work on cutting-edge research questions? Do you want to pursue research in a field with excellent academic and industry career opportunities? Are you ready to combine math, economics, computing, statistics, and information sciences to find innovative solutions to challenging problems? Do you want to apply theories of psychology and sociology to management, marketing, finance and the decision sciences? Do you want to work with the leaders in New York City who are defining the very center of business? Come join U-M Alum Khaled Hamdy (PhD EE 2000) from Columbia Business School for an information session about the following programs: 1) Full-Time Research Associate Program - This 2-3 year program allows the RA to work on many different projects as they perform full-time research assistance to top faculty in their respective fields; 2) Summer Research Internship Program - This 10-week program provides an intellectually stimulating environment and exposes the intern to the world of business research. It is designed for students in their junior year, but exceptional sophomores and master's students have participated, and 3) PhD Program - Columbia Business School provides an intense research community and excellent resources for doctoral studies. A fellowship and stipend give doctoral students flexibility to purse their interests without having to worry about funding. This info session will be held next Thursday, November 13th from 5:00pm-6:30pm in Keller Hall 4-178A. Theory Meets Practice. Do research at the very center of business. Bring your resumes!
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EVENTS
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6.Pro Advice 101: Career Tips from the UMN Alumni Network
All U of M students and alumni are invited to attend Pro Advice 101: Career Tips from the U of M Alumni Network on Tuesday, November 11th from 5:00-7:15pm in Memorial Hall, McNamara Alumni Center. This event offers a lively networking opportunity and interactive presentation that will address some of today's toughest professional etiquette, networking, and on-the-job questions, based on feedback from the 445,000+ strong University of Minnesota alumni community. Advice on how to negotiate salary, navigate food/beverage etiquette, avoid fatal job search mistakes, network with confidence, handle embarrassing questions, and more! Appetizers and non-alcohol beverages will be served. Cost: Students ($10 UMAA members; $15 non-members); Alumni ($20 UMAA members; $25 non-members) Registration required here. (Interested students and alumni can contact Erica Giorgi BEFORE registering for a possible registration fee discount. Please contact Jon Ruzek with any questions you may have.
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7.Bender Virtual Career Fair
Are you a person with a disability looking for a career opportunity or internship? This virtual career fair (https://t.e2ma.net/message/i6wbh/ub5qeh), held on Thursday, November 13th, is a great opportunity for college students with disabilities to meet online with employers across the nation including American Transmission Co., ANSYS, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Enterprise Holdings, Epic, Genentech, KLA-Tencor, Lexmark, Verizon, & other excellent employers! Find out more information online.
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LEARNING ABROAD
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8.NEW! Psychology & Research in Madrid: Summer 2015
The Learning Abroad Center, together with the Department of Psychology and the Fundacion Ortega-MaraƱon in Madrid, will be launching a new study abroad program in Madrid, Spain this summer. On this program, students will earn 6 credits of PSY Credit in just 6 weeks! Students will take Psy 3061 (taught by Professor Jonathan Gewirtz, Department of Psychology UMN-TC) and work in one of 2 world-famous research labs in Madrid, earning 3 credits of Psy 5993. Students on the program will have the choice of living in local dormitories or with a Spanish host family. In addition to spending 6 weeks in Madrid, students will also take a study trip to Toledo, Spain. This program is a great opportunity for students to gain an international perspective on psychology, specifically in the brain science area, and to work on psychological research while abroad! Best of all, this program is extremely affordable. To find out more, take a look at the Learning Abroad Center's Website. If you're thinking of applying, you will first need to complete a Learning Abroad Center first step meeting () and then apply through the Apply tab. If you have questions about this program, or how it would count towards the Psychology major (BA or BS), please contact Psychology Advising, or Sarah Reuben from the Learning Abroad Center.
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SCHOLARSHIPS
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9.MCAE Scholarship
The Multicultural Center for Academic Excellence (MCAE) is turning 10 this year! To celebrate, we partnered with Target Corporation to provide a special scholarship opportunity for eligible undergraduate students at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. MCAE will be awarding three one-time scholarships of $1,000 for Spring 2015 semester. Preference will be given to those students who are currently involved in MCAE programs and initiatives. To be eligible for the MCAE @ 10 Scholarship a student must: Be an undergraduate (full-time student), have a FAFSA on file, have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above, demonstrate financial need (students should consult with One Stop if they are uncertain, and be from an underrepresented background. Students can access the scholarship application here or z.umn.edu/mcae10scholarship. The Application Deadline is Monday, December 1, 2014 at 11:59pm. Winners will be announced in early January 2015. Questions about the scholarship should be directed to David Zelaya (dzelaya@umn.edu).
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COURSES
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IMPORTANT: Not all courses listed below are offered by the Department of Psychology, and you will need to meet with your college advisor to find out how they will fit into your academic program.
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10.Neuroscience Course NSCI 3100 - Mind and Brain
The Neuroscience Department will be offering NSCI 3100, Mind and Brain, this Spring. The topic of this course will cover the implications of the physical nature of the mind, with an emphasis on decision-making as an entry point into neuroscience and psychology. The course will count towards the Psychology Bachelor of Science Outside Foundation Coursework in the Area D. Biological Science Foundation Cluster. Check out the course guide and the class schedule for more information. Any questions may be directed to the Instructor of the course, David Redish.
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11.Work in the Community for Credit
Are you looking for ways to do work in the community as part of your academic course load this Spring? Service Learning Courses might be the perfect fit for you! Check out the Community Service Learning Center for information about Service Learning Courses that will be offered this Spring 2015. Updates will continue to be made to this list throughout the remainder of Fall semester and typically up through the start of Spring semester, so check back regularly in the next couple weeks and then once a week after Thanksgiving for updates.
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12.APPS 1620: 1 Credit Strategies for Success
The Academic, Professional, and Personal Success (APPS) Program offers a series of 1xxx-level, 1-credit courses that allow you to develop your personal Toolkit for Success. These are courses tailored to your unique interests and goals and range in topic from effective interviewing to preparing for graduate school, all focused on your success now and after graduation. There will be A-term, B-term and full semester offerings. Some of the course titles are: Building your Professional Network; Preparing for Meaningful Community Engagement; Preparing for Meaningful Internships; Going Global: Planning, Preparing, Maximizing; Graduate School: Exploring, Preparing and Applying.
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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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13.Paid Internship - Summer Teaching Opportunity
Breakthrough Twin Cities helps motivated students overcome adversity to prepare for college with the support of older students passionate about education. We are seeking a diverse group of talented undergraduate and high school students (juniors/seniors) to apply for our paid summer teaching fellowship, complete with training and classroom teaching experience. Open to all majors! This internship was ranked as one of the TOP TEN SUMMER INTERNSHIPS FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS by the Princeton Review.The Summer 2015 application is now available online. Early Decision Deadline is January 6, 2015 and the Regular Decision Deadline is February 25, 2015. Interviews will be granted on a rolling basis. Please check out the Breakthrough Twin Cities or Breakthrough Collaborative for more information.
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14.Tutoring Opportunity 4.5 Hours/Week
The Pillsbury United Communities' FANS is a college prep program at four neighborhood centers. We are looking for a couple awesome tutors to inspire our youth to do well now so they can get into college later. Please send all applications to Julie Graves at our Waite House location.
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15.Hiring Part Time Experienced Youth Worker
Community Education is looking for an experienced youthworker for the after school program Everyday Leaders. The class is based on the strategy of service-learning where facilitators and youth come together to create service learning projects. The the job description can be found here.
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16.Work Experience & Cash Prizes
Please take a look at the following psychology project from MindSumo. MindSumo projects give you work experience from impressive companies and offer cash prizes for the best submissions. What is the best way to train children and adults about mentorship? - $600 in prizes. Questions can be directed to aaron@mindsumo.com. More information can be found online.
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