Tuesday, March 31, 2015

MARCH 24, 2015


Psychology Advising News

1. PSY Undergraduate Research Contract is LIVE ONLINE!
2. Considering Grad School in Psychology? Attend this Info Session!

PSI CHI/Psychology Club

3. Studying Abroad in Psychology
4. LAST CHANCE to get your Psychology T-Shirt

Events

5. Fulbright Information Sessions
6. Should I Go to Law School Workshop
7. ATTN International Students: Beyond the Degree, International Alumni Panel
8. Health Interprofessional School Fair
9. Applying to Law School Workshop
10. Market Your International Experience Workshop Series

Courses

11. Soc 5090 - Law, Society, and the Mental Health System

Jobs/Internship Opportunities

12. Consumer Analyst position with the Office of Minnesota Attorney General
13.Behavior Therapist Full Time/Part Time
14. Student Admin/Support Services in CEHD

March 24, 2015
The Psych Scoop is sent to all Psychology Undergraduate students and alumni every Tuesday throughout the academic school year. Share your news with psyadvis@umn.edu!

Psychology Advising News


1. PSY Undergraduate Research Contract is LIVE ONLINE!
If you are planning to register for Research Credits (Psy 4993 or Psy 5993) for Summer or Fall 2015, you will no longer need to come to Psychology Advising to pick up a paper Research Contract because the process is completely online! You can follow the link to submit your contract electronically. If you have any questions about this process, please thoroughly read through the information on our website. Any other questions can be directed to Psyadvis@umn.edu.
2. Considering Grad School in Psychology? Attend this Info Session!
On Thursday, April 9th, 3:30-5:00 pm in N639 Elliott Hall, Psychology Undergraduate Advising will be hosting the 'Psychology Graduate School Information Session' an opportunity to hear from a panel of UMN-TC Department of Psychology doctoral students in different areas of specializations, as well as our very own Coordinator of Advising, Holly Hatch-Surisook. Bring a pen, paper, and any questions you may have! As seating is limited, please RSVP to psyadvis@umn.edu with "Grad Panel" in the subject heading.

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!
3. Studying Abroad in Psychology
Come join the Psychology Club/Psi Chi this Thursday, March 26th, from 5:30-6:30 in Elliott Hall room N391 for a meeting with the Learning Abroad Center! Bring a friend and learn more about studying abroad while working on your psychology degree!
4. LAST CHANCE to get your Psychology  T-Shirt
Get your Psychology T-Shirt NOW! By purchasing a Psychology t-shirt, you can help Psychology Club/Psi Chi continue to bring students together with fun, food, and psychology! These maroon and gold t-shirts feature a design that says "Eat, Study Psychology, Sleep, Repeat". They will be available to purchase for $15 until March 31st! Follow the link to get yours! Note: Please be sure that you order the correct size, there will not be extras on hand.

Events

5.Fulbright Information Sessions
The Fulbright Scholarship is a national award that supports Americans for one year of study, research, creative work, or English teaching abroad. Over 100 countries participate; over 1000 Fulbright Scholarships are awarded annually to Americans. Applications to participate in a Fullbright during the 2016 -2017 academic year must be prepared by August 2015. In order to assist student with this rigorous national application process, the Office of National and International Scholarships offers Information sessions. The preparation process is beginning at the end of March. Information sessions will take place: Friday, March 27, 3:00-4:00, 146 McNeal (St. Paul); Tuesday, March 31, 3:00-4:00, 132 Koltoff (E Bank); Wednesday, April 1, 3:00-4:00, 1-136 Carlson (W Bank) and Monday, April 6, 12:00-1:00, 217 Lind (E Bank). This is a great opportunity for students be sure to check it out!
6. Should I Go to Law School Workshop
Are you thinking about going to law school? This free workshop is for any U of M student considering it. We’ll talk about the skills you need, and how to decide if law school's a good fit for you. We’ll also provide basic tips about getting into law school, and what you can do to prepare. Join us in 411 STSS on March 26th from 3:00pm to 4:00pm.
7. ATTN International Students: Beyond the Degree, International Alumni Panel
A panel of University of Minnesota international alumni from various colleges, including CBS, CFANS, and Carlson, and various degree levels will talk about the challenges and rewards of building a career and life in the U.S. after receiving their degrees. The panel will discuss a range of topics from work visas to cultural differences and national identity. All international students at all degree levels are welcome. Co-Hosted by the Minnesota International Student Association as part of International Student Month at the University of Minnesota. Join us in 130 Murphy Hall on March 26th from 6:30pm to 8:00pm.
8. Health Interprofessional School Fair
The Health Careers Center, in partnership with our (new this year) campus life program, Interprofessional Pre-Health Students, is hosting the Health Interprofessional School Fair on Tuesday, March 31st from 11:00am-3:00pm in the Great Hall of Coffman Union! This event will bring in admissions representatives from health professional programs from around the country, especially from around the midwest region. We are using the UMN Guidebook App to share all event details, including updating the 'schools attending' list. The event is up to 26 schools and still growing. Check it out online, and on the Mobile Guide UMN Guidebook App.
9. Applying to Law School Workshop
This free workshop is for students who know they're going to law school and would like guidance about the application process. We'll discuss application materials and deadlines, and how to prepare your application materials so that you're the best law school applicant you can be. This workshop is open to all U of M students. Join us in 411 STSS on March 30th from 12:00pm to 1:00pm.
10. Market Your International Experience Workshop Series
If you studied abroad, so you will automatically stand out in a job or internship interview...right? Not necessarily. It's up to you to effectively communicate the skills and proficiencies you gained abroad. Attend one or all of these sessions to learn how to maximize experiences gained abroad. Registration is encouraged but not required. Effective Interviewing: Tell Your International Stories (Katie Selby) Thursday, March 26th, 12:00pm–1:00pm in125 Blegen Hall; Branding and Networking Your Way to Career Success Friday, April 17th, 11:00am–12:00pm in 125 Blegen Hall. Contact Mike Engh, 612.626.2330, with any questions.

Courses

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.
11. Soc 5090 - Law, Society, and the Mental Health System
This course, Soc 5090, will focus on selective and often controversial issues that arise in those with mental disorders or conflicts, and how they intersect with the legal system. Contrasts are made between legal approaches and broader social or clinical approaches to these problems. Mental disorder as a category is often used differently in law, the mental health professions, and society. Specific problems taken up in the course are: What is a mental disorder? The role of experts and the roles they play; risk assessments of dangerousness; competency in a civil and criminal context; the insanity question; civil commitment of the mentally ill; sexual offenders and special commitment procedures; right to treatment and right to refuse treatment. Other topics may be selected based on student interest.

Jobs/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. Consumer Analyst position with the Office of Minnesota Attorney General
The Office of the Minnesota Attorney General is accepting resumes from recent and upcoming college graduates who have the professionalism, capabilities, and motivation to perform outstanding work on behalf of the people of Minnesota as a Consumer Analyst. Consumer Analysts perform important work that makes a difference in the lives of Minnesota citizens as part of a highly committed team of professionals. Our Consumer Analysts assist and advocate for Minnesota citizens on an array of different issues. Analysts research and analyze complex laws and problems and communicate with a variety of different parties to help forge solutions that benefit individual consumers. Applicants must have a four-year college degree with excellent academic credentials, superior written and oral communication skills, strong research and analytical abilities, good judgment and character, and leadership potential. The selection process to become a Consumer Analyst is highly competitive. CLA Career Services will be hosting on-campus interviews for the Consumer Analyst position with the Office of Minnesota Attorney General Lori Swanson. The interviews will take place on Wed. April 8th. Interested and qualified candidates should submit their resumes/cover letters through the 'On-Campus Interviews' section on GoldPASS no later than March 31st. GoldPASS Schedule ID: 3855 (Job ID # 138671)
13. Behavior Therapist Full Time/Part Time
Looking for behavior therapists to conduct in-home behavior therapy services for young children with autism in the Twin Cities Metro area. 1500 hours of Experience working with adults or children with disabilities required. Paid training is provided. This is a salaried position with full benefits. Contact Carly Haugen at carlyoneill@lovaas.com.
14. Student Admin/Support Services in CEHD
The Dean's Office at the College of Education and Human Development is hiring a part time student position to start June 2015. This position will be 4-6 hours a week Monday – Friday. For a full position description, and to apply, go online to the U of M employment website (requisition number: 197258).

PREVIOUS ISSUES OF THE SCOOP CAN BE FOUND ONLINE

Friday, March 20, 2015

3/17/15

Psych Scoop 3/17/15
The inside scoop on staying engaged and up-to-date with the Psychology Major!
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PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING--1.Are You Graduating Spring 2015? Save the Date to Celebrate!
PSI CHI/Psychology Student Organization--2.Psychology T-Shirts Now Available! Eat, Study Psychology, Sleep, Repeat.
EVENTS
--3.De-Stress with Furry & Feathered FriendsCAMPUS RESOURCES--4.Start the Semester Off On the Wrong Foot? LASK 1101 Can Help
ENGAGEMENT
--5.Share your CLA Experience
COURSES

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Medical Laboratory Science Courses--7.Complement your Psy Major with a GWSS Course
JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES--8.Behavior Therapist Full Time/Part Time
--9.Student Admin/Support Services in CEHD
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PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING
*****1.Are You Graduating Spring 2015? Save the Date to Celebrate!
Psychology majors who have applied for Spring 2015 graduation will soon be receiving an email invitation to the 2015 Psychology Undergraduate Celebration. This annual psychology undergraduate event recognizes award recipients and graduating seniors in front of peers, staff, faculty, and family for all of their accomplishments! The event will be held on campus Friday, May 8, 2015 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm. Please mark your calendars now and keep an eye out for your email invitation, which will be sent following Spring Break. Visit our Facebook page to view pictures of last year's celebration.
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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.Psychology T-Shirts Now Available! Eat, Study Psychology, Sleep, Repeat.
Get your Psychology T-Shirt NOW! By purchasing a Psychology t-shirt, you can help Psychology Club/Psi Chi continue to bring students together with fun, food, and psychology!  These maroon and gold t-shirts feature a design that says "Eat, Study Psychology, Sleep, Repeat".  They will be available to purchase for $15 until March 31st!  Follow the link to get yours! Note: Please be sure that you order the correct size, there will not be extras on hand.
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3.De-Stress with Furry & Feathered Friends
If you’re feeling stressed, come to Coffey Hall on the St. Paul campus on a selectTuesday, March 24th and spend time with one of the registered therapy animals at PAWS (Pet Away Worry and Stress). There are dogs, cats, rabbits, and Woodstock, the chicken.  Animal interactions have been demonstrated to positively affect blood pressure, heart rate and stress hormone levels in Humans.
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4.Start the Semester Off On the Wrong Foot? LASK 1101 Can Help
If you're having some difficulties this semester, LASK 1001 might be a great B-term course for you. LASK 1101 is a 1-credit, mid-semester course that offers assistance over the 2nd half of the semester to students experiencing academic concerns. In LASK 1101, students receive weekly instruction and the opportunity to consult with students facing similar challenges. This course requires instructor permission to register, and registration closes in March, so interested students should contact theSASS (Student Academic Success Services) front desk at (612) 624-3323 as soon as possible for more information.
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ENGAGEMENT
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5.Share your CLA Experience 
Have you had a great CLA experience? Would you like to share it with others? Are you interested in being involved recruitment events for prospective CLA students? Are you looking for a great leadership opportunity? Apply to become a CLA Student Ambassador.  Application deadline is Monday, April 6, 2015 Apply here.*****
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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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6.Medical Laboratory Science Courses
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 summer and/or fall that may be the perfect compliment to your Psychology major. Courses include: MLSP 1010: Introduction to Medical Laboratory Sciences (1 credit); MLSP 5011W - Professional Issues in the Health Care Community (WI); MLSP 5311 - Fundamental Biomedical Laboratory Techniques; and MLSP 5511 Principles of Immunobiology. Any questions about courses or requests for permission numbers should be directed to cahpinfo@umn.edu.
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7.Complement your Psy Major with a GWSS Course
GWSS 3415:Feminist Perspectives on Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence (3 credits) is a course that focuses on the history of and contemporary thinking about activism, social change, public policies, and legal remedies directed toward sexual assault and domestic violence, particularly from the point of view of feminism. The course deals, for example, with how notions of privacy and assumptions about traditional gender roles contribute to attitudes toward stranger sexual assault and intimate partner violence. Readings offer insight into early links between slavery and rape, between the temperance movement and domestic violence, and between views of child abuse and sexual abuse, as well as the increasing roles of psychiatry and social work in addressing such violence. The course traces how these historical foundations and cultural attitudes help determine contemporary responses by legal and law enforcement officials, and the course covers such diverse topics as sexual abuse of men and women in prison; incest; child abuse; elder abuse; sex trafficking; and sex offender treatment. Students read a memoir (Alice Seabold's Lucky) about surviving sexual assault and view a film (The Accused) as well as read historical and analytical texts. The course ends with a close look at a project by the president of William Mitchell College of Law on sexual predator laws, in terms of their effectiveness, feminist perspectives, and impact on Constitutional rights. Other speakers include a representative from a non-profit group devoted to stopping sexual assault and domestic violence, the former head of the Minneapolis Police Department Sex Crimes Unit, a police officer specializing in stopping stalking and domestic homicide, and a representative from an organization dedicated to restoring lives of offenders through clinical therapy. Contact instructor, Professor Mary Schuster if you have any questions.
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JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
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IMPORTANT: Organizations listed below are not necessarily affiliated with or endorsed by the Department of Psychology or Psychology Undergraduate Advising. Please exercise the same discretion you would in viewing any other source.  
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8.Behavior Therapist Full Time/Part Time
Looking for behavior therapists to conduct in-home behavior therapy services for young children with autism in the Twin Cities Metro area. 1500 hours of Experience working with adults or children with disabilities required. Paid training is provided. This is a salaried position with full benefits. Contact Carly Haugen atcarlyhaugen@lovaas.com
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9.Student Admin/Support Services in CEHD
The Dean's Office at the College of Education and Human Development is hiring a part time student position to start June 2015. This position will be 4-6 hours a week Monday Friday. For a full position description, and to apply, go online to the U of M employment website (requisition number: 197258).
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3/10/15

Psych Scoop 3/10/15
The inside scoop on staying engaged and up-to-date with the Psychology Major!
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PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING--1.Psychology Study Room Closed Wednesday Afternoon
--2.Drop-ins are Cancelled next Tuesday 3/17 
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Check your Fall Registration Time
PSI CHI/Psychology Student Organization--4.LAST CHANCE to apply for Psi Chi! Applications Due This Friday 
--5.Psychology T-Shirts Now Available! Eat, Study Psychology, Sleep, Repeat.
RESEARCH
--6.Volunteer Needed for Prospective Brain Injury Study at VAMCCAMPUS RESOURCES
--7.Need Help on a Research Paper? Check out the Peer Research Consultants!
ENGAGEMENT
--8.Psychology Undergraduate Diversity Council
LEARNING ABROAD
--9.NEW Programs in Thailand!
JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES--10.Americorp VISTA Position for Grads
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PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING
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1.Psychology Study Room Closed Wednesday Afternoon
The Psychology Study Room (N121) & Community Room (N118) in the Psychology Advising Corridor will be closed after 1:00pm tomorrow, Wednesday March 11th due to a staff event. The rooms will reopen at 8am on Thursday morning as usual, and continue will normal hours (8:00am-4:30pm).*****2.Drop-ins are Cancelled next Tuesday 3/17 Drop-ins (2:15-4:15pm) next week Tuesday 3/17 have been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Please email Psyadvis@umn.edu with any questions that you have, or set up an appointment online. *****
3.Check your Fall Registration Time
The registration time table for fall 2015 is now posted on the One Stop website. All students should have received an email yesterday, Monday March 9th with their registration queue time, however you may also log in to the When to register quick link on the One Stop website to view your fall 2015 registration appointment time. Be sure to check this out as registration is early this year!
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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.LAST CHANCE to apply for Psi Chi! Applications Due This Friday 
Quick reminder: Psi Chi Applications are due Friday, March 13th. Please go to http://www.psichi.org/ to submit your application to become a member of Psi Chi!
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5.Psychology T-Shirts Now Available! Eat, Study Psychology, Sleep, Repeat.
Get your Psychology T-Shirt NOW! By purchasing a Psychology t-shirt, you can help Psychology Club/Psi Chi continue to bring students together with fun, food, and psychology!  These maroon and gold t-shirts feature a design that says "Eat, Study Psychology, Sleep, Repeat".  They will be available to purchase for $15 until March 31st!  Click here to get yours! Note: Please be sure that you order the correct size, there will not be extras on hand.
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RESEARCH
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6.Volunteer Needed for Prospective Brain Injury Study at VAMC
A research laboratory at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center has an immediate opening for a Psychology or Neuroscience major interested in biopsychology and/or traumatic brain injury research. Dr. Nicholas Davenport's prospective study examines National Guard soldiers prior to and after completing military training to determine if experiences encountered during training (i.e. stress, concussion, etc.) have an effect on thinking and cognition, and if this trajectory can be seen in the structure and function of the brain. The ideal applicant is a junior or senior, has a GPA around 3.5 or higher, and has completed courses in psychopathology (i.e. abnormal psychology), biopsychology or fundamental neuroscience, and statistics. The ideal applicant would also be able to commit about 10 hours per week for a minimum of six months. Responsibilities will depend on the applicant’s interests, as well as the current needs of the study, but will likely begin with data entry and participant recruitment and may expand into cognitive assessments, clinical interviewing, and MRI data collection and processing. This is a volunteer position. Experience on this study can be used to support program research requirements and entry into graduate school. If interested, please send a resume/CV, a description of your current availability and educational/career interests, and a current transcript (unofficial is fine) toalicia.kielbasa@va.gov. Please put “Research Assistant Application” in the subject line of your email.
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7.Need Help on a Research Paper? Check out the Peer Research Consultants!
Peer Research Consultants (PRCs) have openings to meet with students now! The Peer Research Consultants provide one-on-one assistance and give students an overview of using the libraries for research, formulating a paper topic and search, helping students to find scholarly articles, books, and more based on an individuals needs. They are upper-level undergraduates who have gone through 10+ hours of training on using the libraries. Many students find it very helpful, including International students.We have drop-in hours in Walter SMART Learning Commons or in MCAE in Appleby Hall or students can make an appointment.
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8.Psychology Undergraduate Diversity Council

The Psychology 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. The Diversity Council's mission is to engage diverse students in the Department of Psychology and ensure their experiences and perspectives are represented in departmental decision-making. To ensure the curriculum, classes and student services and opportunities are equally accessible to all psychology majors. Future topics and events are tailored to student interests, so input and ideas are greatly appreciated. Any feedback, ideas, comments, suggestions, etc. 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 topsyadvis@umn.edu with the subject “I’m interested in the Diversity Council."
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9.NEW Programs in Thailand!
The Learning Abroad Center is launching 2 new programs in Chiang Mai, Thailand starting this August 2015. There will be an Intensive Thai program and an MSID International Development program. With its fascinating cultural sites and wide array of environmental diversity, Thailand has long been a popular destination for travelers the world over, and it serves as a major hub of industry, agriculture, and tourism. The Learning Abroad Center sponsors several Minnesota Studies in International Development (MSID) programs around the world, but this Fall 2015 will be the first MSID program in Thailand. MSID programs are a great fit for Psychology Students because ‘learning from experience’ is the core of MSID programs. The programs put students in direct contact with the social and economic realities of actual communities and of people working within them to address complex problems. Through classes, field trips, internships and research, MSID strives to establish a continual dialogue linking experience with theory and critical analysis (Learn more about the MSID mission and educational philosophy). In addition to the new MSID program in Thailand, the Learning Abroad Center will also be sponsoring an Intensive Thai program that can be a short (3-week) experience, or combined with the MSIDsemester/academic-year program for an extended experience abroad. Students on the intensive Thai program will develop and strengthen Thai speaking, writing, listening and reading skills while learning about local Thai culture. A one-time discount of $800 is available to students who participate in the Fall 2015 MSID program, and a one-time discount of $400 is available to students who participate in the August 2015 Intensive Thai program, so check them out now! Find dates, deadlines, and syllabi both programs online.
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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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10.Americorp VISTA Position for Grads
The Minneapolis Health Department is recruiting for an AmeriCorps VISTA to support our youth violence prevention efforts. The VISTA will join our team to assist with development and implementation of a hospital-based intervention program for youth victims of violent assault injuries, coordination of training around youth violence prevention for medical professionals and community partners, implementation of a social-emotional learning curriculum in partnership with the University of Minnesota and a capacity building institute for community-based organizations. VISTA is a 12 month full-time commitment, and the term of service is June 2015-June 2016. VISTAs must have a college degree by the beginning of the service time, be US citizens, nationals, or legal residents, and pass a criminal background check. They cannot be employed in any other paid position while serving as a VISTA member. They will receive a bi-weekly living
allowance, health coverage, and an education award or end-of-service stipend. You can find more details about this great opportunity and apply online. The priority deadline to apply as a VISTA is April 3rd, but interviews will occur on a rolling basis as applications arrive. Feel free to contact Josh Peterson with any questions.

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Tuesday, March 3, 2015

3/3/15

Psych Scoop 3/3/15
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PSI CHI/Psychology Student Organization
--1.Psychology T-Shirts Now Available! Eat, Study Psychology, Sleep, Repeat.
--2.Psychology Club/Psi Chi Meeting!
--3.Psi Chi Applications Due March 13th
PISA - PSYCHOLOGY INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ASSOCIATION
--4.PISA will be launching the first ever PISA Buddy Program! (Sign-up required)
EVENTS
--5.Stress-Busting Session with Active Minds & MSA
--6.Mental Health Day on the Hill – March 12, 2015
--7.De-Stigmatize Mental Health! Call for Artists
--8.Humphrey School of Public Affairs Info Sessions
RESEARCH
--9.Volunteer Needed for Prospective Brain Injury Study at VAMC
LEARNING ABROAD
--10.NEW Programs in Thailand!
JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
--11.Volunteer at The Link
--12.Summer 2015 Internship Opportunity with Congressman Keith Ellison
--13.Summer Employment Opportunity at Camp Sunrise
*CAREER SPOTLIGHT*
Web Designer
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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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1.Psychology T-Shirts Now Available! Eat, Study Psychology, Sleep, Repeat.
Get your Psychology T-Shirt NOW! By purchasing a Psychology t-shirt, you can help Psychology Club/Psi Chi continue to bring students together with fun, food, and psychology!  These maroon and gold t-shirts feature a design that says "Eat, Study Psychology, Sleep, Repeat".  They will be available to purchase for $15 until March 31st!  Go online to order yours now! Note: Please be sure that you order the correct size, there will not be extras on hand.
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2.Psychology Club/Psi Chi Meeting!
Come join the Psychology Club/Psi Chi this Thursday, March 5th, from 5:30-6:30 in Elliott Hall room N391 for Trivia Night! Bring a friend, enjoy some free snacks, test your psychology knowledge and earn some bragging rights! 
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3.Psi Chi Applications Due March 13th
Quick reminder: Psi Chi Applications are due Friday, March 13th. Please go online to submit your application and become a member of Psi Chi! 
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PISA - PSYCHOLOGY INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ASSOCIATION

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PLEASE NOTE: All students interested in Psychology are welcome to participate in Psi Chi/ Psychology Student Association activities. No previous participation or membership is required. If you're interested, please attend!
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4.PISA will be launching the first ever PISA Buddy Program! (Sign-up required)
Do you want to make friends with other Psychology students and learn from their experience? Do you want to help your peers and learn from your peers’ experience? Do you want advice from experienced psychology students in picking classes and finding research labsDo you want to meet with students from other cultures and learn about their unique experience as international students studying psychology? The goal of this program is to find you a buddy who is also studying Psychology and who can help you out academically in Psychology, from picking classes, to giving you advice on study tips, to finding research labs in our department to anything else that they may be able to help you with. Please follow this link to answersome questions about your goals and interests to help us match you with a buddy. The matching process will be on a rolling basis and the deadline for the submission of the form is March 8th. Please contact Jingyuan Tian (President) at tianx188@umn.edu or PISA at pisaumn2014@gmail.com.
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5.Stress-Busting Session with Active Minds & MSA
Join Active Minds meeting at their next meeting, this Thursday 3/5. They will be joining MSA and the Art of Living Club for a stress-busting session including breathing techniques and some guided meditation in the MSA office Coffman 202 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Afterward there will be a half hour brainstorming session about the current state of mental health and self care on campus and how we can improve it!
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6.Mental Health Day on the Hill – March 12, 2015
A special invitation goes out to students to join us for Mental Health Day on the Hill on March 12, 2015. This is a great opportunity for students who would like to view the legislature in action. Before we go to the Capitol, we will meet in the morning to learn about the legislative process, how best to approach and talk with legislators, and get a summary of MPA’s legislative agenda. We will go over and meet with legislators in groups and talk about the profession of psychology in general, how we might be of help to the legislator, and discuss our current legislative agenda. We will meet in the morning at 9:30 AM at Ewald Consulting Office located at 1000 Westgate Dr., Suite 252, in St. Paul. Students who are interested should send an email to trishas@visi.com. For more information, visit the MPA website.
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7.De-Stigmatize Mental Health! Call for Artists
Boynton Health Service is sponsoring a “Call for Artists” for a juried art exhibition focused on de-stigmatizing mental health on the University of Minnesota campus and demonstrating the value of art for healing and stress reduction. Open to all Twin Cities’ students, staff and faculty artists; the deadline to submit artwork is Monday, March 30, 2015. You are welcome to submit works of art related to mental health. Works may reference specific conditions such as stress, depression or anxiety, or effective coping strategies, life balance, stigma reduction, and other mental health-related themes. Our goal is to promote conversation around mental health and increase awareness of how the creation and contemplation of art can be proactive strategies to manage stress and address mental illness. Works chosen by the Review Committee will be displayed in Boynton’s East Bank Clinic (Third Floor Gallery), and at a public exhibit. To submit your artwork, complete a submission form online AND email up to three digital images (less than 1 MB each) to kelwell@umn.edu. Artwork should be no larger than 48" tall x 48" wide x 4" deep—and framed and ready for hanging (no sculptures please). With each submission, you must include: Title of artwork, Year, Medium, Dimensions, and a short description of the work and how it relates to a particular mental health issue. If you have submission questions please contact Kate Elwell at kelwell@umn.edu. You can help frame and normalize the mental health conversation, which is the No. 1 health issue here on campus.
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8.Humphrey School of Public Affairs Info Sessions
There are several upcoming opportunities this spring for students interested in learning more about the degree programs offered at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs.  During these hour-long sessions, students will hear from admissions staff, program faculty and current students, while learning more about curriculum and career prospects.  We welcome students from all majors who may be interested in learning more about graduate studies and careers in public affairs-related fields. Learn about the Master of Public Policy (MPP) & Master of Urban and Regional Planning (MURP) (combined sessions) on Thursday, March 5 at 12:00pm-1:00pm in HHH 215 and/or Monday, May 4 at 5:30pm-6:30pm in HHH 215; about the Master of Science in Science, Technology, and Environmental Policy (MS-STEP) on Wednesday, March 25 from 5:30pm-6:30pm, and about the Master of Development Practice (MDP) on Thursday, April 2 from 5:30pm-6:30pm. If you have questions about these opportunities or about the Humphrey School, please feel free to contact Dan Cheng.
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RESEARCH
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9.Volunteer Needed for Prospective Brain Injury Study at VAMC
A research laboratory at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center has an immediate opening for a Psychology or Neuroscience major interested in biopsychology and/or traumatic brain injury research. Dr. Nicholas Davenport's prospective study examines National Guard soldiers prior to and after completing military training to determine if experiences encountered during training (i.e. stress, concussion, etc.) have an effect on thinking and cognition, and if this trajectory can be seen in the structure and function of the brain. The ideal applicant is a junior or senior, has a GPA around 3.5 or higher, and has completed courses in psychopathology (i.e. abnormal psychology), biopsychology or fundamental neuroscience, and statistics. The ideal applicant would also be able to commit about 10 hours per week for a minimum of six months. Responsibilities will depend on the applicant’s interests, as well as the current needs of the study, but will likely begin with data entry and participant recruitment and may expand into cognitive assessments, clinical interviewing, and MRI data collection and processing. This is a volunteer position. Experience on this study can be used to support program research requirements and entry into graduate school. If interested, please send a resume/CV, a description of your current availability and educational/career interests, and a current transcript (unofficial is fine) to alicia.kielbasa@va.gov. Please put “Research Assistant Application” in the subject line of your email.
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LEARNING ABROAD
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10.NEW Programs in Thailand!
The Learning Abroad Center is launching 2 new programs in Chiang Mai, Thailand starting this August 2015. There will be an Intensive Thai program and an MSID International Development program. With its fascinating cultural sites and wide array of environmental diversity, Thailand has long been a popular destination for travelers the world over, and it serves as a major hub of industry, agriculture, and tourism. The Learning Abroad Center sponsors several Minnesota Studies in International Development (MSID) programs around the world, but this Fall 2015 will be the first MSID program in Thailand. MSID programs are a great fit for Psychology Students because ‘learning from experience’ is the core of MSID programs. The programs put students in direct contact with the social and economic realities of actual communities and of people working within them to address complex problems. Through classes, field trips, internships and research, MSID strives to establish a continual dialogue linking experience with theory and critical analysis (Learn more about the MSID mission and educational philosophy). In addition to the new MSID program in Thailand, the Learning Abroad Center will also be sponsoring an Intensive Thai program that can be a short (3-week) experience, or combined with the MSID semester/academic-year program for an extended experience abroad. Students on the intensive Thai program will develop and strengthen Thai speaking, writing, listening and reading skills while learning about local Thai culture. A one-time discount of $800 is available to students who participate in the Fall 2015 MSID program, and a one-time discount of $400 is available to students who participate in the August 2015 Intensive Thai program, so check them out now! Find dates, deadlines, and syllabi both programs online.
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JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
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11.Volunteer at The Link
The Link Is a Minneapolis-based nonprofit organization with over 20 years of experience working at-risk youth. The Link has three program areas or what we call “Divisions.”  Our program divisions, Housing and Homeless Services, Juvenile Justice and Safe Harbor provide front-end prevention and supportive services to youth who are at risk of (or currently experiencing) homelessness, dropping out of school, sexual exploitation and involvement in the criminal justice system. The Link prides itself on its innovative, trauma informed, strength-based programming for youth. We are seeking volunteers for various opportunities, including but not limited to: Receptionist, Activity/Recreation Specialist, Employment Specialist, Nutritionist, Wellness Coach, Fitness Specialist, Tutors, Cooking Specialist, Arts Specialist, Mentors, Cleaning/Organizing Specialist, Special Events, Holiday Events, and Monthly Community Meals. If you would like more information, please contact Carla Kress (ckress@thelinkmn.org, 612.999.0042 ), Volunteer Coordinator.
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12.Summer 2015 Internship Opportunity with Congressman Keith Ellison
Congressman Keith Ellison is looking for the next group of smart, hardworking, and dedicated students for a Summer 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 policy issues, constituent services, and events research and planning. Interns are asked to work at least 15 hours per week, and are partnered with supervisors in their areas of interest. 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, we are seeking applicants who are passionate about social justice and in need of experience. Applications are due by April 15, 2015, and may be emailed to nicky.leingang@mail.house.gov. A more complete description of the position can also be found on the Congressman’s website. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Nicky Leingang via email (nicky.leingang@mail.house.gov) or telephone
(612) 522.1212.
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13.Summer Employment Opportunity at Camp Sunrise

YouthCARE’s Camp Sunrise is currently accepting applications for the summer season.  We have a variety of positions open including some for those with little Youth Work experience to those with more extensive experience.  Please check out the website to learn more about the positions we have available. Camp Sunrise is a ten-week residential summer camp for 250 Minneapolis and St. Paul youth, 13-18 years old. Youth participate in one-week sessions (Crew Week), two-week sessions (Veteran Crew) or a 10-week Leadership Training Program (Junior Counselors). Activities include teambuilding and intercultural experiences, outdoor and environmental education, canoeing and camping experiences, and service projects that help preserve the St. Croix Scenic Riverway. Camp Sunrise empowers youth to believe in themselves and their ability to achieve and succeed in all areas of life. The program benefits the Twin Cities communities by preparing youth to become confident, productive and self-sufficient adults, and by building cohesiveness between youth and adults of diverse backgrounds and cultures – creating an environment where youth and adult community members are able to work together, respect each other and achieve life success. Contact Shaina Abraham (sabraham@YouthCAREmn.org) if you have any questions or would like more information.
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CAREER SPOTLIGHT
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WEB DESIGNER
A web designer works with a unique combination of psychology, information technology, and art.  If you are a technical person with a good eye, consider this field.

Web designers develop and design the look and functionality of web pages for a variety of clients.  This involves planning layout and organization, color and image use, and creating graphic designs. Installation and maintenance of these web pages are also typically involved.  You will use your knowledge of psychology in determining what designs will make people feel secure, enjoy browsing the page, and navigate successfully and logically through the important points of the page. Both the quantitative and social aspects of psychology will be used frequently in this field.  

Educational path:
While psychology provides an important background in perception and consumer decision-making, you will want to incorporate technology use and art into your education as well.  Sample courses, minor, or double-major in
graphic design, art, or the information technology infrastructure major.  There are a variety of different certificate programs in the informational technology field offered at technical colleges in the area if you would like to complete postgraduate education to meet job qualifications.

Courses to explore in Psychology:
PSY 3051: Introduction to Cognitive Psychology
--Theories regarding perception and logic—5XXX level courses in this series also beneficial
PSY 3031: Introduction to Sensation and Perception
--Units on visual perception will help in understanding what patrons experience while looking at your pages—5XXX level courses in this series are also beneficial
PSY 3201: Introduction to Social Psychology
--Learn about what contributes to attitude formation
PSY 3711: Introduction to Industrial/Organizational Psychology
----This will provide exposure to the working environment you will most likely be involved with

Related Student Orgs/Service-Learning Experiences:
Organizations within your interest area likely have web design needs. Look for internships or volunteer opportunities to work with the web pages of places of interest to you!

Helpful websites:

--Great free resource for web design assistance
-- The U of M offers students a free subscription to Lynda, a great website for learning how to use Design software such as Photoshop and Illustrator!
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