9/2/14

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

The psychology undergraduate newsletter provides a weekly update on the latest course information, upcoming events, and currently available job, internship, and research opportunities relating to your major! Find past issues here. If you would like to start receiving the Psych Scoop directly to your inbox, send a request to: psyadvis@umn.edu.
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IN THIS ISSUE:
PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING
1.Welcome Back!
2.Fall 2014 Drop-In Hours for Psychology Undergraduate Advising
3.$500-$600! Apply for a Fall 2014 Psych Engagement Award! Deadline September 15th
PISA - Psychology International Student Association
4.PISA Welcome Back
RESEARCH
5.Opportunity for Undergraduate Research Experience
ENGAGEMENT
6.New LAC Programs in Thailand
7.Using Art to Connect the US and China
COURSES
8.DNCE 3334/5334 Introduction to Dance Movement Therapy
9.PA 1961: Personal Leadership in the University, offered as PA 1961W
JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
10.Paid Student Interview Positions
11.Position in Human Resources
12.Communications Intern with the Governor
13.Gain Experience in Working with Individuals with Disabilities
14.Student Worker Positions
15.Youth Work Positions at YMCA
16.Jobs with YouthCARE
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PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING
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1.Welcome Back!
Psychology Undergraduate Advising would like to welcome you to campus for the start of Fall 2014! As you get back in to gear, keep our office's resources in mind. Some of you are returning from exciting summer experiences such as study abroad or internships or, for others, the less-exciting coursework and GREs. No matter what your summer consisted of, we can likely help you in moving forward! Advisors in our office are available for appointments year-round to assist with psychology course-selection and major progress, career and graduate school preparation and selection, and general engagement to make the most out of your time here. To schedule an appointment, fill our our appointment request form online. We look forward to seeing you and wish you the best of luck in the coming semester!
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2.Fall 2014 Drop-In Hours for Psychology Undergraduate Advising
Psychology Undergraduate Advising has designated drop-in hours during the academic year. However, due to the high student demand the first two weeks of the term, we will have an advisor available from on drop-ins from 8:00am- 4:30pm. Drop-ins are a great time to have research contracts signed, and ask 5-10 minute questions; longer issues will be referred to schedule an appointment. Our normal drop-in hours will take effect Monday, September 15th. This semester's drop-in hours for the Psychology Advisors can be found on our website. While other units may have advisors available at all times, each advisor in our unit holds drop-in hours once a week and cannot address walk-in issues outside of these. While it may seem like a quick issue (such as signing a research contract), it often takes more time than expected and adds up when considering our large student population. To run efficiently and serve our students best, it is important that we recognize and respect these specified drop-in times.
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2.$500-$600! Apply for a Fall 2014 Psych Engagement Award! Deadline September 15th
Are you participating in an internship here or abroad this spring? 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 2014. A third candidate will be selected to receive the named Natalis Award of $600. The Fall 2014 application deadline is September 15, 2014. Notification Date: Sept. 25, 2014. For details about the awards and application materials, visit our webpage.
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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 PISA activities. No previous participation or membership is required. If you're interested, please attend!
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4.PISA Welcome Back
The Psychology International Student Association (PISA) is holding its first 2014-2015 school year event! Please come and join us for the PISA Welcome Back Celebration! It will take place outside the main entrance of Elliot Hall, on Friday, September 5th from 4-6 pm. We will introduce and discuss the future plans of PISA with our new and returning members, along with other fun activities. Pizza and drinks will be provided! Please come and celebrate with us, if you want to learn more about our new student group, or just have a good time! If you want to contact someone to learn more about PISA or about the event, email Nijhum Dutta at dutt0097@umn.edu. Please RSVP through the Facebook event.
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RESEARCH
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5.Opportunity for Undergraduate Research Experience
We are looking for responsible, enthusiastic, and detail-oriented students who can work in Dr. Ted Christ's research lab and help with data entry, organization, assessment development, and other lab activities related to School Psychology and reading and math assessment research during the fall semester. Credit and volunteer options are available. Please contact Dr. Mary Jane White by email (whit0782@umn.edu) if you are interested and attach a 1 page resume that includes information about your work and schooling experience, references, skills using Microsoft Office (WORD, Excel, etc.), SPSS, R and/or other statistical software.
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ENGAGEMENT
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6.New LAC Programs in Thailand
Beginning in the 2015-16 academic year, the Learning Abroad Center will offer 2 new programs in the Minnesota Studies in International Development (MSID) family. MSID Thailand puts students in direct contact with the social and economic realities of actual communities and of people working within them to address complex problems. The curriculum explores the theoretical and practical implications of international development and intercultural issues in Thailand, the only southeast Asian country not be colonized by European powers and a hub for manufacturing, agriculture, and tourism. The program is based in Chiang Mai, and students will also spend time in the hill-tribe region surrounding Chiang Mai. Field experience is an integral part of all courses. On the Intensive Thai in Thailand program, students enroll in 4 credits of intensive beginning or intermediate Thai language, where they learn in small classes taught by host-country instructors and practice Thai each day with their host family. The program appeals to students interested in completing a full semester of Thai language in only 3 weeks. This program can be an optional pre-session for MSID Thailand or can be taken on its own. Students can apply for these programs beginning this fall. Learn more about these programs on our website, or contact Vanessa Walton.
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7.Using Art to Connect the US and China
The Institute for Global Studies, in collaboration with the Consortium for the Study of the Asias, at the University of Minnesota invites degree-seeking, advanced undergraduates and graduate students to submit proposals for innovative, paid internship opportunities, where the student, under the supervision of a faculty member, creates a research or artistic project as a means to further promote the collaborations detailed above. Proposals should seek to build relationships between the student and scholars and/or artists from China and/or the Twin Cities, and to link experiential learning to the student's coursework. Applicants may also pursue opportunities at art institutions outside of their university. Please note, however, that it is the responsibility of the applicant to arrange and secure internship positions directly with these institutions. Internships may be eligible for credit at some institutions. The full posting can be found 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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8.DNCE 3334/5334 Introduction to Dance Movement Therapy
Dance/movement therapy is mind/body form of psychotherapy that uses body and movement to facilitate psychological goals of self-awareness growth and change. No previous movement experience is required. The course is appropriate for anyone interested in the relationships among body, movement, creative expression and psychology and is particularly relevant to the fields of Psychology, Education, Music Therapy, Art and Drama Therapy, Counseling, Family Social Studies, Social Work and Movement Studies. This course is approved by the American Dance Therapy Association for Alternate Route R-DMT credit. To register: submit a request online. For questions contact: loebx001@umn.edu , 612-916-1829.
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9.PA 1961: Personal Leadership in the University, offered as PA 1961W
PA 1961 is a unique personal leadership course that is offered both in-person and online. Students enrolled in this course will: make a connection to a community of 30 or fewer students across all colleges, develop writing skills, focus on personal exploration, use a strengths-based approach to determine one's own leadership style, examine America's lens on leadership, Learn to connect that personal leader to others through writing, discussion, group work, and learn some of the most basic tenets of leadership: to seek to understand, and that relationships are the currency of power. This course is geared toward the explorer, the student seeking to connect to their peers, who is looking for an alternative to the traditional classroom settings they may be coming from. Personal Leadership in the University is the first of four core courses in the Leadership Minor. If you are interested in leadership, or the leadership minor, check this course out. If seats are full in PA 1961W, search for the cross-list OLPD 1301W.
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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.Paid Student Interview Positions
The Office of Measurement Services (OMS) at the University of Minnesota is hiring 40-50 student survey interviewers for a telephone study beginning in mid-late September. Interviewers will be conducting telephone interviews with randomly selected households over the telephone in Minnesota. Students must be available for three four-hour evening shifts Sunday through Thursday as the call center is closed on Fridays and Saturdays. Paid training is provided and the starting wage is $8.50 an hour. OMS is located at 879 29th Avenue South in Minneapolis just off of Como Avenue near a bus stop. Applicants must be able to communicate effectively in English, have a friendly phone voice and have prior customer service experience. Sociology or Psychology methods or other social science related coursework is a plus. Call or e-mail Deb Grillo at 612-625-3892 or wynn0004@umn.edu for information on how to apply. The job requisition number on the UMN employment site is 193355.
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11.Position in Human Resources
Sherman Associates is in quick need of an HR intern in their office located close to campus. This is a paid, flexible, part-time opportunity open now for a talented U of M student to support SA's HR, recruiting and payroll responsibilities. Sherman Associates, Inc. is an award-winning firm specializing in design, construction and financing of quality commercial and housing properties in California, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, and Wisconsin. Having earned a strong reputation for quality and follow-through, cities around the country have turned to Sherman Associates to pioneer redevelopment in their highest priority urban neighborhoods. In the process, Sherman Associates has become an industry leader in tax credit, affordable housing, and tax increment financing projects. Such developments have been successful for the participating cities, investors, residents, and businesses. Sherman Associates has developed approximately 600,000 square feet of commercial property and 6,000 multifamily, townhouse, and single-family homes. Click on this link to access the position description on GoldPASS, Job ID #ID:124388:
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12.Communications Intern with the Governor
The Office of Governor Mark Dayton is hiring communications interns for fall semester. This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to interact with policy makers and legislators to help communicate the work that Governor Dayton is doing to help Minnesotans. Past interns in the office have gotten a behind the scenes look at the work we do to support the Governor's vision to Build a Better Minnesota - passing the Freedom to Marry Bill, protecting kids from bullying, and enacting a tuition freeze at all of Minnesota's public colleges and universities - just a few of the historic moments in Minnesota politics in recent years. Responsibilities include assisting communications staff with daily operations. From research to creating digital content, from press events with the Governor, to blogs and social media projects - and more. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Students should send: Cover letter, Resume and Writing sample no longer than four pages to Jenna Covey, Director of New Media at Jenna.Covey@state.mn.us. For more information about the Governor's office, go online.
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13.Gain Experience in Working with Individuals with Disabilities
REM Hennepin is a company dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to become independent and live the highest quality of life possible! We help individuals in a community and home based setting to learn new independent living skills on a daily basis! Our Direct Support Professionals are given the opportunity to work with individuals who may have mental illness, mental disabilities, traumatic brain injuries, high medical needs, and a range of other behavioral and cognitive disabilities. GAIN REAL LIFE EXPERIENCE WHILE MAKING A TRUE POSITIVE CHANGE IN PEOPLE'S LIVES! We provide comprehensive trainings and have locations throughout Hennepin county! We offer full time, part time, and overnight positions allowing for flexibility for all schedules! All Direct Support Professionals must be 18 years old and have a true passion for working with people. More information and applications can be found online!
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14.Student Worker Positions
Academic Technology Support Services is seeking applications for multiple student production assistant positions for the upcoming academic year. The position description is available on the U of M employment site - requisition #193378.
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15.Youth Work Positions at YMCA
As we gear up for the school year we have some openings at YMCA Sheridan Beacons Center! The position will be a part time (15-20 hours/wk) Group Leader (youth worker). Staff will be responsible for planning and executing fun, engaging, and educational activities for young people ages 6-13. Interested students should go to www.sheridanbeacons.blogspot.com and click the 'work with us' link. For more information about the Beacons Program check out their website.
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16.Jobs with YouthCARE
YouthCARE is a nonprofit multicultural organization that serves Minneapolis and St. Paul youth, 7-18 years old, from diverse ethnic, cultural and racial backgrounds. YouthCARE's mission is to promote respect for self and others, develop future leaders and provide youth with positive multicultural activities and relationships with caring adults. Currently, YouthCARE has a few part time positions open that are ideal for college students. Both are working directly with youth after school and on the weekends. There are positions open for a Community Service Stars Crew Leader and two Assistant Crew Leaders. You can find out more about this program online, and contact Nardos Tesfalidet for the full job description (Ntesfalidet@YouthCAREmn.org).
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