5/6/14

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

The psychology undergraduate newsletter provides a weekly update on the latest course information, upcoming events, and currently available job, internship, and research opportunities relating to your major! Find past issues here. If you would like to start receiving the Psych Scoop directly to your inbox, send a request to: psyadvis@umn.edu.
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IN THIS ISSUE:
EVENTS
--1.University Libraries Offer Distraction-Free Study Time
--2.Wells Fargo Summer Internship Program Summer 2014
--3.Win a trip to Ireland representing the U of M as a top student of Psychology
--4.Exam Jam is here!!
--5.Take Advantage of On-Campus Recruiting
--6.'Stressing' Academic Success: When Life Gets in the Way
RESEARCH
--7.Measurement and Educational Psychology Lab looking for talented Undergraduate RAs!
SCHOLARSHIPS
--8.CLA Internship Scholarship
COURSES--
--9.EPSY 2601 - Understanding Differences, Disabilities, and the Career of Special Education
--10.FSoS 3429 - Counseling Skills Practicum
--11.ESPM 3601/HSG 3482 - Sustainable Housing: Community, Environment, & Technology
GRADUATE STUDIES
--12.Master of Arts in Psychological Science at UMD
JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
--13.Summer Youth Advocate Interns/Volunteers at Tubman
--14.Case Manager II Position
--15.Positions with Minnesota Reading/Math Corps
--16.Urban Boatbuilders is Hiring AmeriCorps VISTAs!
--17.Student Success Coach at the University of Minnesota-Rochester
--18.Check Out GradStaff for Post graduation Jobs
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DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY
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EVENTS
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1.University Libraries Offer Distraction-Free Study Time
The University Libraries will offer "distraction-free" studying for finals that includes extended hours in our buildings, as well as stress-reducing activities. Students can study in our spaces (13 on campus libraries), use our computers (and printers and staplers), enjoy our coffee shops, get help when needed, and take a break with our awesome activities. Walter and Bio-Medical Libraries are open 24/7 now through May 16; Wilson Library will be open 24/7 on May 9-16; Magrath Library (St. Paul) will have extended hours until 2 am on May 9-16. Many of our Libraries host study break activities including puzzles, coloring, games, bubble wrap, plant therapy, coffee, treats, chair massage, animal therapy, origami, button-making and more. All the details can be found online.
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2.Wells Fargo Summer Internship Program Summer 2014
The 2014 Wells Fargo Summer Internship Program offers internship opportunities for undergrads in a variety of areas! To learn more and apply, visit their website!
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3.Win a trip to Ireland representing the U of M as a top student of Psychology
The Undergraduate Awards is the world's only multi-disciplinary academic awards program that identifies leading creative thinkers through their undergraduate coursework. Winners receive an all-expenses paid trip to Dublin for the UA Global Summit in November 2014 and will have their work published in the Undergraduate Journal, which is circulated internationally. This is the chance to gain international recognition for your undergraduate paper/thesis. Register your place in the Psychology category now, as places are limited. Then, you can submit up to 3 papers until June 2nd. As a winner you will be brought to the UA Global Summit in Dublin, and have your work published and be recognized as one of the best undergrads in your field. Submissions are judged anonymously by academics from around the globe. The category descriptions can be found online and you can email Bella@Undergraduateawards.com with any questions. Register for this unique opportunity now!
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4.Exam Jam is here!!
The SMART Learning Commons and the Multicultural Center for Academic Excellence are teaming up to provide students with an opportunity to get a jump on their preparations for final exams. Students can prepare for finals by connecting with other students for tutoring and review workshops! The schedule of review workshops for the week of April 5-10 is available at the Golden Gopher Workshop Database. Additionally, students may take advantage of a week of expanded tutoring hours, and an Exam Jam Saturday event this Saturday, May 10 9am-1pm in 140 Appleby Hall (hosted by the Multicultural Center for Academic Excellence). Tutor schedules and more details can be found online.
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5.Take Advantage of On-Campus Recruiting
On-campus interviews are open to CLA students seeking full-time jobs after graduation or full-time summer 2014 internships. Each semester we host local and national companies, both for-profit and non-profit, of all sizes. Check often as new schedules are added regularly! Search the 'On-Campus Interviews' section on GoldPASS for more information and a full list of on-campus interview opportunities.
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6.'Stressing' Academic Success: When Life Gets in the Way
All University of Minnesota campus community stakeholders (including faculty, staff and students) are invited to participate in the following colloquium: 'Stressing' Academic Success: When Life Gets in the Way, A Day of Conversations Leading to Actionable Solutions' hosted by The Provost's Committee on Student Mental Health. This event will be held Monday, May 19, 2014 from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at The McNamara Alumni Center (light refreshments and lunch provided). The motive is to create a University environment where students, faculty and staff can thrive and reach their full academic potential, while recognizing that mental health challenges dramatically impact our ability to thrive and be successful - permeating and negatively affecting all aspects of academic life. The purpose of this event is to provide a forum for all stakeholders to engage in the strategic conversation, strengthen campus-wide relationships, envision and create truly integrated and holistic University support systems, assess and demonstrate academic success. You must RSVP for this event. The Registration deadline is Friday, May 9th.
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RESEARCH
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7.Measurement and Educational Psychology Lab looking for talented Undergraduate RAs!
Dr. Chun Wang (Quantitative/Psychometric Methods) and Dr. Panayiota Kendeou (Department of Educational Psychology) are looking for talented undergraduate research assistants to participate in their collaborative project. In this project, we will use the item response theory (IRT, one modern testing theory) for the analysis and scoring of a reading comprehension recall test. Recall tests are increasingly being used in reading research, while the psychometric properties of these tests are largely unknown. The present study aims to document these properties using an IRT approach. Expectations: Activities include working with children written protocols, applying a coding scheme, entering and checking data. Qualifications: Motivated and diligent undergrads are welcome! Interested individuals will work with both professors to gain research experiences and to learn the application of item response theory in recall test. If you are interested in this opportunity, contact Dr. Chun Wang.
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SCHOLARSHIPS
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8.CLA Internship Scholarship
Are you doing an unpaid internship this summer? Apply for the CLA Undergraduate Internship Scholarship. The application deadline is June 11th. Find more information online.
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COURSES
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IMPORTANT: Courses listed below are not 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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9.EPSY 2601 - Understanding Differences, Disabilities, and the Career of Special Education
If you are considering becoming a special education teacher, the Educational Psychology department is offering a new course, EPSY 2601 - Understanding Differences, Disabilities, and the Career of Special Education. This course provides students with hands on learning and experience working with students with disabilities. The course description follows: The purpose of this course is to explore the world of disabilities, understand the impact of disabilities on the individual and family, consider support systems for persons with disabilities, explore the concept of advocacy and discover approaches for advocacy, and employ reflective practices when considering issues related to the concept of disability. This course has an imbedded school-based practicum. If you have further questions, please do not hesitate to contact Susan Hupp shupp@umn.eduin the Special Education program.
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10.FSoS 3429 - Counseling Skills Practicum
Looking for an exciting, hands-on, skills-based course to take this summer? Consider enrolling in FSoS 3429: Counseling Skills! This course emphasizes the development of counseling skills (rather than academic reading or writing), which makes it a perfect selection for summer. The skills emphasized in the course are applicable to career paths in social work, couple and marriage and family therapy, education and teaching, psychology and psychiatry, etc. Please contact the instructor, Dr. Cynthia Meyer (cjmeyer@umn.edu) with any questions you may have.
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11.ESPM 3601/HSG 3482 - Sustainable Housing: Community, Environment, & Technology
How can sustainable housing practices build community? Can we build houses that use less energy? Explore the relationship between people, buildings, and the environment. Learn about technology being used to build high performance homes (Meets T&S Liberal Education requirement).
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GRADUATE STUDIES
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12.Master of Arts in Psychological Science at UMD
The Master of Arts in Psychological Science program at the University of Minnesota Duluth is still accepting applications for a limited number of seats in the General-Experimental track. We are seeking to fill seats on wait lists for the Clinical-counseling and Industrial-Organizational tracks. Please submit materials as soon as possible! Please visit our website or email mapsumd@d.umn.edu with 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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13.Summer Youth Advocate Interns/Volunteers at Tubman
Tubman is currently recruiting for a few summer Youth Advocate Interns/Volunteers at our Maplewood location. Tubman offers safety and support to anyone facing violence, chemical dependency or mental health challenges. This year Tubman will help light the way to hope for almost 40,000 people, from newborn to age 99. With countless ways to help and the best professional staff, Tubman is here. Peace Camp Youth Advocates are responsible for identifying and responding to the individual needs of children and youth residing in Tubman's domestic violence shelters. This includes implementation of activities and fieldtrips, providing child care, completing intakes with mothers, and other projects as needed. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Katie Massie at kmassie@tubman.org.
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14.Case Manager II Position
The Bridge for Youth is a premier resource for youth and families in crisis. We ensure a continuum of care to provide shelter and support, reunite families whenever possible and to build independent living skills in young people. The Bridge for Youth is a community leader in the development of approaches for youth and their families to resolve problems and develop healthier relationships. The Bridge is currently hiring a Case Manager for heir Emergency Shelter Program. For a full job posting, go online.
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15.Positions with Minnesota Reading/Math Corps
If you're looking to explore a career in education, take the first step and become a Minnesota Reading Corps or Minnesota Math Corps tutor. We are looking for people who are dedicated to our community. By joining Minnesota Reading Corps or Minnesota Math Corps, you can be one of more than 1,000 trained tutors placed in schools across the state. You will guide students toward becoming successful readers by third grade or proficient in math by the end of eighth grade. You'll also see real results and make a lasting impact in our students' lives, as well as in your own career. You'll not only tutor students who need extra support; you'll also make a meaningful connection with the school and our community. During your eleven month of service as a full- or part-time tutor, you'll receive extensive training, support and professional development opportunities. In addition, you'll receive a modest living stipend and an education award of $5,645 (full-time) or $2,822 (part-time). All necessary training is provided and no licensure is necessary. Learn more and apply about MN Reading Corps or MN Math Corps online. Preference is given to tutors who can start serving August 10, 2014. Send questions to recruitment@servemnaction.org or call 866-859-2825.
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16.Urban Boatbuilders is Hiring AmeriCorps VISTAs!
Urban Boatbuilders is hiring two AmeriCorps VISTA positions: Outreach and Development Coordinator & Program and Volunteer Coordinator. These positions will help Urban Boatbuilders build the quality of our programs and the capacity of our organization to serve more youth! Go online for more information.
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17.Student Success Coach at the University of Minnesota-Rochester
UMR is hiring for a Student Success Coach to join the coach team to provide academic advising, and career and life coaching to students in the Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences program. The full job posting can be found online.
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18.Check Out GradStaff for Post graduation Jobs
GradStaff provides employment services focusing exclusively on a unique labor pool - the college graduate. Using our proprietary interviewing technique, we invest a considerable amount of time getting to know each candidate and understanding their core skills and attributes. In understanding our candidates better, we then identify exciting employment opportunities that help them combat the often-frustrating "Catch-22" of needing experience, but not finding a job where they can gain that experience. We place our candidates in a variety of different areas: Banking, Benefit Administration, IT, Electronics, Customer Service/Sales, Financial Services, Human Resources, Insurance, Marketing, Operations and Retail Operations. All costs for our services are paid for by our client companies - graduates who apply with Gradstaff NEVER pay us a fee.
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