9/17/13

The inside scoop on staying engaged and up-to-date with the Psychology major!

The psychology undergraduate newsletter provides a weekly update on the latest course information, upcoming events, and currently available job, internship, and research opportunities relating to your major! Find past issues here. If you would like to start receiving the Psych Scoop directly to your inbox, send a request to: psyadvis@umn.edu.
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IN THIS ISSUE:
PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING ANNOUNCEMENTS
--1.Drop-In Hours shortened on Tuesday
SCHOLARSHIPS / GRANTS
--2.$500-$600! Apply for a Fall 2013 Psych Engagement Award! Deadline FRIDAY Sept 20th
--3.CLA Internship Scholarships Available for Fall!
PSI CHI/PSYCHOLOGY CLUB
--4.Don't Miss the FIRST PSI CHI MEETING OF THE YEAR!
EVENTS
--5.Active Minds has their first meeting!
--6.St. Paul Campus Job & Internship Fair September 18th
--7.You CAN Afford to Study Abroad
--RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
--8.Research Opportunities in the Yonas Visual Perception Lab
--9.The Carlson Child Development Lab is looking for research assistants
JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
--10.Kenwood Center Informational Meeting
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PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING ANNOUNCEMENTS
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1.Drop-In Hours shortened on Tuesday
Psychology Advising drop-in hours on Tuesday, September, 24th will start 30 minutes later. Tuesday's drop-in hours will be 10:15-11:30am. Please email Psychology Advising if you have any questions about this (psyadvis@umn.edu).
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SCHOLARSHIPS / GRANTS
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2.$500-$600! Apply for a Fall 2014 Psych Engagement Award! Deadline Sept 20th
Are you participating in an internship here or abroad this fall? Or engaging in a learning opportunity that takes you outside of the classroom for a unique experience? The Department of Psychology's Donor Awards for Psychology Undergraduate Engagement are available to support you! The purpose of these awards is to encourage and support psychology majors who engage in learning experiences beyond the University campus and classroom environments (i.e. unpaid internships, volunteer experiences, study abroad containing a psych-related internship or research component, etc.). Up to two awards of $500 will be offered Fall 2013. A third candidate will be selected to receive the named Natalis Award of $600. The Fall 2013 application deadline is Sept. 20, 2013. Notification Date: Sept. 27, 2013. For details about the awards and application materials, visit our webpage.
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3.CLA Internship Scholarships Available for Fall!
Are you doing an unpaid internship this fall? Apply for the CLA Undergraduate Internship Scholarship. The $1,500 internship scholarships are designated for CLA undergraduate students who are doing unpaid internships.The application deadline is September 25th.
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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.Don't Miss the FIRST PSI CHI MEETING OF THE YEAR!
Our first meeting of the year is this Thursday, September 19th at 4pm in Elliott Hall S150. We will host one of our very own faculty members: Dr. Angus MacDonald III! He will be joining us to discuss studying abroad in psychology. As the instructor of the global seminar, Golden Triangle: Addiction, Power, and Buddhism in Thailand, it is a great opportunity to learn about this great trip and experience over May Term 2014. Pizza will be provided! All are welcome, you do not have to be a member of Psi Chi to attend!
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EVENTS
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5.Active Minds has their first meeting!
Active Minds is a student-run mental health advocacy group devoted to educating students about mental health issues and reducing the stigma of mental illness. If you're interested in supporting mental health, check out their first meeting of the year! This will be a good chance to learn what Active Minds is all about and what they do to support Mental Health. ALSO, there will be treats! The first meeting will be tomorrow, Wednesday, September 18th from 7:30-8:30pm in 213 Coffman. RSVP To aminds@umn.edu so they know how much pizza to order!
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6.St. Paul Campus Job & Internship Fair September 18th
If you're looking for a full time job for after graduation, or a summer internship, mark your calendar because on Wednesday, September 18th there will be a Job & Internship Fair held in the North Star Ballroom in the St. Paul Student Center. This career fair is intended to help students and employers connect regarding full-time jobs and internships. Fields represented will include agriculture, animal science, banking/finance, bio-based products, business, communication, food industry, marketing, sales and retail. Open to undergraduate and graduate students as well as alumni from all University of Minnesota campuses! If you need help preparing your resume before then, check out CLA Career Services, located in 411 STSS Building.
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7.You CAN Afford to Study Abroad
If you thought study abroad was not affordable, think again! The Learning Abroad Center is committed to helping you learn more ways to make your dream of studying abroad a reality! Friday September 20th from 1-3pm and Thursday, September 26th from 3-5pm (214 Heller Hall) the Learning Abroad Center will be holding information sessions about study abroad scholarships and financial aid. The sessions will be broken into two parts, the first hour will give you an overview and tools that will help you choose an affordable program and apply for scholarships & financial aid, and the second hour will be specifically for Pell Grant recipients. There are special study abroad scholarships (up to $8000!) for Pell Grant recipients, and the second hour will cover eligibility requirements, application deadlines, process, resources, and tips. Contact Amanda Fischer in the Learning Abroad Center at fisch856@umn.edu or 612-625-9370 with questions.
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RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
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8.Research Opportunities in the Yonas Visual Perception Lab
The Yonas Visual Perception lab focuses on research in infant and child development. Our lab always has a variety of studies for all types of interests including research on Prosopagnosia (Face blindness), Autism Spectrum Disorder and Infant visual perception. Our lab has been featured on 60 minutes for work we do with children who have Prosopagnosia and we are continuously in contact with some of the best research institutes all over the US including MIT, Harvard and Dartmouth. This lab is different than most in that undergraduates get to run most of the studies and have opportunities to create and run their own study. We give out several UROP proposal options and paid positions for those who are well qualified. Only certain students will be accepted into this lab because we need talented and hard working individuals in order to keep the lab running smoothly. Therefore we are only looking for students who are in the honors program or who have GPA equal to or above 3.6 and who can work for two semesters. For those interested in attending medical school, this is the perfect educational opportunity for you to leave with a solid understanding about research and disorders affecting the community today. It will also give you an amazing letter of recommendation for the future. Please contact Vanessa Adamson (adams944@umn.edu) for further information.
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9.The Carlson Child Development Lab is looking for research assistants
The Carlson Child Development Lab offers undergraduate students the opportunity to gain valuable research experience and earn college credits while working with preschool and school-aged children in a laboratory setting. Current research topics include self-control, perspective-taking and pretend play. Our undergraduates are an integral part of our lab, and participate in all levels of our research. From offering suggestions for developing protocols to running sessions with children and families, research assistants are afforded every opportunity to pursue their own interests and apply their own skills within our lab. As a Carlson Lab RA, you will interact with some of the leading scientists in the field of child development,. You will also have the chance to contribute to presentations of our research at international conferences and be included in future publications. This is the perfect opportunity to develop important research skills and relationships while learning about children's social cognitive development. Schedules are highly flexible. Inquiries can be directed to childlab@umn.edu. Two credit, two semester minimum.
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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.Kenwood Center Informational Meeting
The Kenwood Center would like to invite undergraduates to join us at our fall informational meeting on October 2nd. This is a great chance to learn about opportunities available to undergraduates as well as the counseling field in general by hearing about this dynamic, multidisciplinary therapy center in Minneapolis. At this meeting, you will hear about new therapist, internship, research and volunteer positions at Kenwood. You will also learn about the Narrative Therapy Certificate Program, and LMFT, LP and LPCC supervision details. Food and drink will be provided, and you are welcome to visit with Kenwood Staff. We invite all helping professionals, students, and the interested public to this gathering. The meeting will be held Wednesday, October 2nd Time: 6:00 pm-7:30 pm at Kenwood Therapy Center, LLC. The event is free if you pre-register, $5 at the door. You can preregister online by clicking here: http://www.kenwoodcenter.org/workshops/schedule.html
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The inside scoop on staying engaged and up-to-date with the Psychology major!
The psychology undergraduate newsletter provides a weekly update on the latest course information, upcoming events, and currently available job, internship, and research opportunities relating to your major! Find past issues here. If you would like to start receiving the Psych Scoop directly to your inbox, send a request to: psyadvis@umn.edu.
--------------------------------------------
IN THIS ISSUE:
PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING ANNOUNCEMENTS
--1.Drop-In Hours shortened on Tuesday
SCHOLARSHIPS / GRANTS
--2.$500-$600! Apply for a Fall 2013 Psych Engagement Award! Deadline FRIDAY Sept 20th
--3.CLA Internship Scholarships Available for Fall!
PSI CHI/PSYCHOLOGY CLUB
--4.Don't Miss the FIRST PSI CHI MEETING OF THE YEAR!
EVENTS
--5.Active Minds has their first meeting!
--6.St. Paul Campus Job & Internship Fair September 18th
--7.You CAN Afford to Study Abroad
--RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
--8.Research Opportunities in the Yonas Visual Perception Lab
--9.The Carlson Child Development Lab is looking for research assistants
JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
--10.Kenwood Center Informational Meeting
*****
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PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING ANNOUNCEMENTS
*****
1.Drop-In Hours shortened on Tuesday
Psychology Advising drop-in hours on Tuesday, September, 24th will start 30 minutes later. Tuesday's drop-in hours will be 10:15-11:30am. Please email Psychology Advising if you have any questions about this (psyadvis@umn.edu).
*****
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SCHOLARSHIPS / GRANTS
*****
2.$500-$600! Apply for a Fall 2014 Psych Engagement Award! Deadline Sept 20th
Are you participating in an internship here or abroad this fall? Or engaging in a learning opportunity that takes you outside of the classroom for a unique experience? The Department of Psychology's Donor Awards for Psychology Undergraduate Engagement are available to support you! The purpose of these awards is to encourage and support psychology majors who engage in learning experiences beyond the University campus and classroom environments (i.e. unpaid internships, volunteer experiences, study abroad containing a psych-related internship or research component, etc.). Up to two awards of $500 will be offered Fall 2013. A third candidate will be selected to receive the named Natalis Award of $600. The Fall 2013 application deadline is Sept. 20, 2013. Notification Date: Sept. 27, 2013. For details about the awards and application materials, visit our webpage.
*****
3.CLA Internship Scholarships Available for Fall!
Are you doing an unpaid internship this fall? Apply for the CLA Undergraduate Internship Scholarship. The $1,500 internship scholarships are designated for CLA undergraduate students who are doing unpaid internships.The application deadline is September 25th.
*****
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PSI CHI/PSYCHOLOGY CLUB
*****
PLEASE NOTE: All students interested in Psychology are welcome to participate in Psi Chi/ Psychology Student Association activities. No previous participation or membership is required. If you're interested, please attend!
*****
4.Don't Miss the FIRST PSI CHI MEETING OF THE YEAR!
Our first meeting of the year is this Thursday, September 19th at 4pm in Elliott Hall S150. We will host one of our very own faculty members: Dr. Angus MacDonald III! He will be joining us to discuss studying abroad in psychology. As the instructor of the global seminar, Golden Triangle: Addiction, Power, and Buddhism in Thailand, it is a great opportunity to learn about this great trip and experience over May Term 2014. Pizza will be provided! All are welcome, you do not have to be a member of Psi Chi to attend!
*****
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EVENTS
*****
5.Active Minds has their first meeting!
Active Minds is a student-run mental health advocacy group devoted to educating students about mental health issues and reducing the stigma of mental illness. If you're interested in supporting mental health, check out their first meeting of the year! This will be a good chance to learn what Active Minds is all about and what they do to support Mental Health. ALSO, there will be treats! The first meeting will be tomorrow, Wednesday, September 18th from 7:30-8:30pm in 213 Coffman. RSVP To aminds@umn.edu so they know how much pizza to order!
*****
6.St. Paul Campus Job & Internship Fair September 18th
If you're looking for a full time job for after graduation, or a summer internship, mark your calendar because on Wednesday, September 18th there will be a Job & Internship Fair held in the North Star Ballroom in the St. Paul Student Center. This career fair is intended to help students and employers connect regarding full-time jobs and internships. Fields represented will include agriculture, animal science, banking/finance, bio-based products, business, communication, food industry, marketing, sales and retail. Open to undergraduate and graduate students as well as alumni from all University of Minnesota campuses! If you need help preparing your resume before then, check out CLA Career Services, located in 411 STSS Building.
*****
7.You CAN Afford to Study Abroad
If you thought study abroad was not affordable, think again! The Learning Abroad Center is committed to helping you learn more ways to make your dream of studying abroad a reality! Friday September 20th from 1-3pm and Thursday, September 26th from 3-5pm (214 Heller Hall) the Learning Abroad Center will be holding information sessions about study abroad scholarships and financial aid. The sessions will be broken into two parts, the first hour will give you an overview and tools that will help you choose an affordable program and apply for scholarships & financial aid, and the second hour will be specifically for Pell Grant recipients. There are special study abroad scholarships (up to $8000!) for Pell Grant recipients, and the second hour will cover eligibility requirements, application deadlines, process, resources, and tips. Contact Amanda Fischer in the Learning Abroad Center at fisch856@umn.edu or 612-625-9370 with questions.
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RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
*****
8.Research Opportunities in the Yonas Visual Perception Lab
The Yonas Visual Perception lab focuses on research in infant and child development. Our lab always has a variety of studies for all types of interests including research on Prosopagnosia (Face blindness), Autism Spectrum Disorder and Infant visual perception. Our lab has been featured on 60 minutes for work we do with children who have Prosopagnosia and we are continuously in contact with some of the best research institutes all over the US including MIT, Harvard and Dartmouth. This lab is different than most in that undergraduates get to run most of the studies and have opportunities to create and run their own study. We give out several UROP proposal options and paid positions for those who are well qualified. Only certain students will be accepted into this lab because we need talented and hard working individuals in order to keep the lab running smoothly. Therefore we are only looking for students who are in the honors program or who have GPA equal to or above 3.6 and who can work for two semesters. For those interested in attending medical school, this is the perfect educational opportunity for you to leave with a solid understanding about research and disorders affecting the community today. It will also give you an amazing letter of recommendation for the future. Please contact Vanessa Adamson (adams944@umn.edu) for further information.
*****
9.The Carlson Child Development Lab is looking for research assistants
The Carlson Child Development Lab offers undergraduate students the opportunity to gain valuable research experience and earn college credits while working with preschool and school-aged children in a laboratory setting. Current research topics include self-control, perspective-taking and pretend play. Our undergraduates are an integral part of our lab, and participate in all levels of our research. From offering suggestions for developing protocols to running sessions with children and families, research assistants are afforded every opportunity to pursue their own interests and apply their own skills within our lab. As a Carlson Lab RA, you will interact with some of the leading scientists in the field of child development,. You will also have the chance to contribute to presentations of our research at international conferences and be included in future publications. This is the perfect opportunity to develop important research skills and relationships while learning about children's social cognitive development. Schedules are highly flexible. Inquiries can be directed to childlab@umn.edu. Two credit, two semester minimum.
*****
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JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
*****
IMPORTANT: Organizations listed below are not necessarily affiliated with or endorsed by the Department of Psychology or Psychology Undergraduate Advising. Please exercise the same discretion you would in viewing any other source.
*****
10.Kenwood Center Informational Meeting
The Kenwood Center would like to invite undergraduates to join us at our fall informational meeting on October 2nd. This is a great chance to learn about opportunities available to undergraduates as well as the counseling field in general by hearing about this dynamic, multidisciplinary therapy center in Minneapolis. At this meeting, you will hear about new therapist, internship, research and volunteer positions at Kenwood. You will also learn about the Narrative Therapy Certificate Program, and LMFT, LP and LPCC supervision details. Food and drink will be provided, and you are welcome to visit with Kenwood Staff. We invite all helping professionals, students, and the interested public to this gathering. The meeting will be held Wednesday, October 2nd Time: 6:00 pm-7:30 pm at Kenwood Therapy Center, LLC. The event is free if you pre-register, $5 at the door. Please email j.engelhart@kenwoodcenter.org with questions.
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