August 25th, 2015

Psychology Advising 1. Welcome New Advising Coordinator, Mike Houlahan!

Events 2. Startup Week Job Market: Learn about Exciting new Jobs and Internships! 3. Register for the CLA Internship Fair!

Research 4. Social Interaction Lab Seeking UGRAs for Fall  5. UGRAs Wanted for Perceptual and Cognitive Research Lab 6. Research Lab at the VA 7. DeYoung Personality Lab Seeking UGRAs  8. Research with Pediatrics Department 9. Data Entry Research Positions in Child and Family Resilience

Learning Abroad 10. You CAN Afford to Study Abroad: Info Sessions about Scholarships & Financial Aid

Courses 11. CPSY Courses for Fall

Jobs/Internship Opportunities 12. Internship with Minneapolis Medical Research Foundation  13. PCA for 9-year-old Boy with Autism  14. On-Campus Student Employment through Office of Measurement Services  15. Psychometric Technician Position with Midwestern Neuropsychology  16. Workforce Recruitment Program for College Students with Disabilities  17. Internship and AmeriCorps Positions Available with College Possible

August 25, 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 1. Message from New Psychology Advising Coordinator, Mike Houlahan  Hello Psychology Students! Your Psychology Advising team is excited to have you back on campus in just a couple of short weeks. Over the summer, we have had some changes in staffing with new faces - including Kelley Redmond as Advisor and myself, Mike Houlahan, as the new Coordinator for Psychology Advising. I joined the department as of August 10th, and have been busy meeting with new Transfer students and some of our Psychology students coming in over the summer. Most recently, I worked in Chicago and oversaw operations of a U.S. Department of Education federal grant program (TRIO - Student Support Services) at Oakton Community College. I spent 8 years working at a community college, and have previously held a position as a Residence Hall Director at Truman State University in Kirksville, Missouri. I am excited to be exploring my new home of the Twin Cities, but also finding time to work on finishing my goal of completing an Ed.D. in Higher Education and Organization Change. My past education includes a B.S. Psychology and a M.A. Counseling, both from Truman State University. I am excited to be working in my disciplinary home of Psychology and excited to help you to explore your own interests and plan for your future as graduates from the University of Minnesota. Welcome back, and I look forward to meeting you this year!

Events 2. Startup Week Job Market Friday, September 11th, 1:00-3:00pm, Holmes Center for Entrepreneurship, Minneapolis. Attend this event to connect with startup and early-stage companies seeking talent to grow their businesses. This is an informal gathering of Twin Cities startup companies and students from across the University and other local colleges. Make connections, get career advice and learn about the needs, opportunities and recruiting practices of leading Minnesota startups. Click here for more information and to register.  3. Register for the CLA Internship Fair! Friday, September 25th, 10:00-2:00, Coffman Memorial Union Great Hall. Registration for the CLA Internship Fair is NOW OPEN! Explore internship opportunities with a wide variety of employers who are hiring and who have internships for CLA students. This event is open only to CLA students and is FREE for students to attend. To register, search the 'Career Fairs/Events' section in GoldPASS, choose this event and then click on the 'Register for Event' button. If you upload your resume it will be available to participating employers. Students are strongly encouraged to register in advance.

Research 4. Social Interaction Lab Seeking UGRAs for Fall  The Social Interaction Lab run by Dr. Jeff Simpson is looking for research assistants to work this fall on studies on conflict in romantic couples, prosocial behavior, and evolutionary psychology. If you are interested in any of these positions, send Ethan Young (youn0737@umn.edu) an email by 11am on Thursday, September 10th, with "Interest in RA Positions" as the subject line and the following information contained in the body: Name, Email, Class year, GPA, & Reason for applying (no more than one sentence, please). Qualified applicants will receive a full RA application and more details about the available positions. Late emails will not receive a response. Email Ethan Young with any questions about these positions or the application process. 5. UGRAs Wanted for Perceptual and Cognitive Research Lab The Engel lab is looking for assistance on a project using virtual reality and EEG to measure how changeable perception is. If you are interested in perceptual or cognitive research, and want to get some lab experience for credit (or as a volunteer), send an email and unofficial transcript to engel@umn.edu. A course in psych methods is required, as is a B+ or better in cognitive, perception, or biological psychology. We are looking for students who can give minimum of 6 hours/week of time commitment for at least the Fall semester. 6. Research Lab at the VA  A laboratory at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System is conducting treatment outcome research to examine with individuals with schizophrenia. There is an opportunity for 2 undergraduate students to become involved with this project as a Research Lab in Psychology experience. The students will learn about the assessment and treatment of schizophrenia, with emphasis on symptom severity, social functioning, cognition, and rehabilitation. Students will work as a part of a research team lead by a psychologist and will be involved primarily with scoring measures and entering data. As part of the research experience, students will attend a weekly lab meeting in which topics related to the project are discussed. In addition, students will write an APA-style paper on a related topic. All research activities are conducted at the VA Health Care System. Students must be able to commute to the VA. Student will be asked to register for research credit and to commit an average of 9 hours each week between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm. For more information, please send a resume to Tasha Nienow, PhD at Tasha.Nienow@va.gov.  7. DeYoung Personality Lab Seeking UGRAs  The DeYoung Personality Lab is seeking an undergraduate research assistant to start during the Fall semester, earning research credit for PSY 5993. The current study focuses on emotion regulation and would be an especially good opportunity for those interested in personality, biological psychology, and cognitive psychology. Responsibilities include administering questionnaires to research participants, maintaining and organizing data, recruiting participants, and potentially attending MRI scans depending on performance. Research assistants are expected to work 9 hours per week, with some flexibility, with preference given to students who can commit to at least 2 semesters in the lab. If interested, please contact Amanda Rueter (arueter@umn.edu) and include your name, email, anticipated graduation, GPA, and reason for applying (limit to one sentence) in the body of an email. In the subject line please write “Emotion Regulation Undergraduate RA Position”.  8. Research with Pediatrics Department  There is currently an opportunity for undergraduate psychology seniors pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) to conduct neuroimaging research at the Department of Pediatrics under Dr. Igor Nestrasil (M.D.). Our studies are focused on researching rare lysosomal diseases such as adrenoleukodystrophy, Gaucher disease, mucolipidosis, and mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS). The goal of our research is to better understand the relationship between disease progression and brain structure and function within these diseases. We are looking for students with a strong aptitude for learning scientific concepts and technical computational skills for brain MRI analysis. Participation in our lab is an excellent experience for those interested in pursuing a career in research, neuroscience or future medical school students. Individuals with a science GPA of 3.0 or better are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have extenuating circumstances that have caused your science GPA to be lower than a 3.0, please attach a letter of explanation. If you are interested in this opportunity, please send an email to Amy (wakum001@umn.edu) with the following information: 1. A brief explanation of the reason for your interest and your background; 2. Science GPA; 3. A list of the courses in the fields of anatomy, physiology, neuroscience, or other related coursework. 9. Data Entry Research Positions in Child and Family Resilience Dr. Ann Masten's lab at the Institute of Child Development is seeking research assistants who can assist with data entry this fall semester. Data entry will be for a project focusing on identifying factors that support resilience in children facing early adversity. The weekly time commitment will be from 3 to 6 hours per week and can vary based on your interest. If you would like, we'll work with you to get fall course credit for this work. This position may be of particular interest to students in the fields of Psychology, Child Development, or Ed/School Psychology, but is definitely open to anyone. To apply: Feel free to contact us with any questions you may have! If you are ready to apply, please send us the following: 1. Resume; 2. Unofficial transcript (you can find this at Onestop, save as a pdf, and send the file); 3. In the subject line, please write "Application for EF Study - Data Entry"; 4. 1-2 paragraphs briefly explaining why you would be interested in this position (you can include it in the body of your e-mail). Send materials to ramak032@umn.edu and aefiat@umn.edu

Learning Abroad 10. You CAN Afford to Study Abroad: Info Sessions about Scholarships & Financial Aid  Thursday, September 17, 3:00-4:00pm, 230 Heller Hall. Do you want to study abroad, but aren’t sure how to afford it? Come learn how. Get an overview and tools that will help you choose an affordable program and apply for scholarships & financial aid- all important parts of making your dream of studying abroad a reality. Email Mike Engh (enghx040@umn.edu) in the Learning Abroad Center with questions. For a full list of Learning Abroad Center Events, visit http://umabroad.umn.edu/news/

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. CPSY Courses for Fall  Are you looking for some last minute classes to fill your fall schedule? There’s still time to register for some great developmental psychology courses. The Institute of Child Development still has seats available in the following courses: CPSY 3301 - Introductory Child Psychology for Social Sciences (4 cr., usable for Psychology major!); CPSY 4303 - Adolescent Psychology (3 cr., usable for Psychology major!); CPSY 4341 - Perceptual Development (3 cr., NOT usable for Psychology major); CPSY 4336 - Development of Interpersonal Relations (3 cr., NOT usable for Psychology major). For full course descriptions, refer to the Course Catalog. Students may contact Zack Haas, haas0126@umn.edu for more information.

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. Internship with Minneapolis Medical Research Foundation  The Minneapolis Medical Research Foundation (MMRF) in Minneapolis, Minnesota, invites applications for an unpaid internship in Geriatric Epidemiology to join our robust clinical epidemiology research program focused on improving the health of patients with chronic disease. We are looking for 4 month commitment beginning September 2015. We offer flexible scheduling and are looking for 8-20 hours per week. The Intern will learn to provide study support for geriatrics and clinical epidemiology research studies. The primary goal is to expose the Intern to clinical research and contribute to successful project execution. The position will include the opportunities to learn how to obtain informed consent, administer and score psychological, intellectual, and/or other medical assessments and tests. Additionally, the position will offer opportunities to learn to set-up and operate various scientific apparatus including electrocardiograph, hand grip dynamometer, blood pressure monitor, and learn phlebotomy skills. The intern will also assist with maintaining detailed study records, data entry, and handling confidential and sensitive data with integrity. This position will allow students to network, gain practical work experience, and grow personally and professionally. We are teamwork orientated, and the individual will be able to find references and opportunity with the organization. If interested, please contact Sarah Pederson at 612-873-6907 or by emailing her at SPederson@bermancenter.org.  13. PCA for 9-year-old Boy with Autism  We are looking for a PCA for our 9 year old boy who has Autism. He is energetic and playful. He loves music, swimming, cooking, animals, playing with our dogs, and being outside. Main duties will be to assist with self care skills and ABA therapy activities. Location: Inver Grove Heights. Time commitment: 12-18 hours per week; Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday afternoons. Days of week could be flexible. To apply, please contact John Stadelman at stadelmanjohn@hotmail.com or 612-202-9048.  14. On-Campus Student Employment through Office of Measurement Services  The Office of Measurement Services (OMS) is a strategic measurement and assessment consulting office at the University of Minnesota. OMS applies a dynamic combination of reliable business practices and academic expertise to facilitate utilization of data for informed decision-making and optimal outcomes for clients. In addition to organizational and service applications, OMS provides classroom resources to the University through course exam scoring, student evaluation of teaching, development outcomes, and training grant evaluations. OMS is hiring for student interviewers and shift supervisors. Both positions are a great opportunity for psychology and sociology students who are interested in research methods, data, etc. Visit the U of M Job Board for full position descriptions and to apply. To find the position, enter the job ID in the keyword search: 303394 (for student interviewer position) and 303401 (for student shift supervisor position).  15. Psychometric Technician Position with Midwestern Neuropsychology  Midwestern Neuropsychology in Edina is expanding its practice and hiring psychometric technicians to conduct one-on-one cognitive testing with adult neurological patients. Advanced undergraduates (with experience) or recent graduates (with or without experience) from the Psychology Department are invited to apply. Part-time or full-time options. Training provided. Midwestern staff (i.e., Dr. Fuhrman, Dr. Goldman, Dr. Porter) earned their doctoral degrees in Elliott Hall. All three supervise the doctoral students in the clinical program, and Dr. Fuhrman teaches the 8000-level course on neuropsychological assessment. For more information or to apply, please contact Dr. Fuhrman: mfuhrman@midneuropsych.com 16. Workforce Recruitment Program for College Students with Disabilities  The Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP) recruits students and recent graduates with disabilitiies and serves as a primary pipeline for bringing new talent into the federal government. Participating in the WRP is an excellent way to find an internship or permanent position at federal agencies, and to explore careers in the federal service and gain interviewing experience. To find out about eligibility or for more information, students can visit the Disability Resource Center or WRP websites. egistration is open from August 24, 2015 through October 16, 2015. Phone interviews take place between October 27, 2015 and November 17, 2014. Please contact WRP Campus Coordinators Amy Bowe (anbowe@umn.edu) or Joe Cook (cook0332@umn.edu) with questions.  17. Internship and AmeriCorps Positions Available with College Possible College Possible is a growing nonprofit dedicated to coaching low-income students to-and-through college, breaking the cycle of poverty and empowering our workforce. As an AmeriCorps organization, College Possible is recruiting college graduates to serve for one year to help make a college degree and college success possible for low-income students. Not only do College Possible AmeriCorps members make a difference in their community, they gain valuable experience for their next job or graduate school endeavor. College Possible is currently hiring recent college graduates for  Tech-Connected High School Corps Member positions, and a current college student for a Special Events and Individual Giving Internship. For full position descriptions, go to http://collegepossiblelt.applicantpro.com/jobs/

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