Psych Scoop, 2/15/22
February 15th, 2022 |
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Psychology Advising AnnouncementsFeedback for the department? Check out our suggestion box. 1. Psychology Undergraduate Town HallThursday, March 25, 2022, 11:00 am- 12:00 pm CST The Psychology Department is hosting the Spring 22 Town Hall for undergraduate students. The goal of these town halls is to connect students directly with the Department of Psychology leadership. If you are interested in attending, please fill out the Google Form to RSVP. If you are unable to attend this event, you can leave comments/questions in the form; feedback will be shared anonymously at the Town Hall. The town hall won't be recorded, however, meeting minutes will be shared out afterward. Meeting minutes for past Town Halls can be found here. |
Psychology Student Group AnnouncementsAll students interested in Psychology are welcome to participate in Psychology student organizations. No previous participation or membership is required. If you're interested, please attend! To learn more, visit our website. 2. Psychology Club's Upcoming Event!Friday, February 25, 2022, 1:00 pm- 2:00 pm CST During this event, Mary Simonsen will be joining us! Mary is the senior academic advisor in the psychology department here at the U. During this event, Mary will provide information about capstone requirements for psychology majors. She will also talk about the requirements and classes offered for both BS and BA psychology majors because there are some important differences in their requirements! She will be happy to answer any questions you all may have about psychology BS and BA requirements and psychology capstones. No RSVP is required. 3. Join Us for Our March Meeting: LinkedIn & Resume WorkshopTuesday, March 1, 2022, 6:00 pm- 7:00 pm CST Wondering what I-O psychology is? Looking to connect with other students interested in the field? Need to strengthen your resume or LinkedIn profile? Come swing by for IOPC's March meeting! Everyone is welcome! No previous I-O knowledge is required. P.S. there will be food :). Sign up to join our newsletter! |
Events4. Maroon and Gold Connections- Signature Networking EventThursday, February 17, 2022, 5:00 pm- 7:30 pm CST Join the University of Minnesota Alumni Association for our annual signature Career Month event created to ignite your career connections, the Maroon and Gold Connections. This is an interactive virtual career networking event for students and alumni of all career levels on Hopin, a virtual networking platform. The past two years have altered the way we work. Building a career as things continue to evolve is a mighty challenge and forging new alumni connections that will make a difference is more important than ever before. That's why we are focusing this event on reigniting your career purpose, focus, and trajectory in the wake of the pandemic. You'll experience inspiring words from our keynote speaker, small group discussions with fellow participants and career coaches, closeout with the group, and 1:1 speed networking. Registration is simple and FREE on Hopin. 5. Spring 2022 Transfer Workshop Series: Preparing for your Future Career: Getting Started & Next StepsFriday, February 18, 2022, 12:30 pm- 1:30 pm CST Career planning can be overwhelming! Find out what you can be doing now to prepare for life after graduation. RSVP today! 6. UMN Libraries On the Go: Tips for Transfer, Commuter, and Non-traditional StudentsFriday, February 18, 2022, 12:30 pm- 1:15 pm CST Is the UMN campus not your primary place to get schoolwork done? Ever wondered how to avoid paying money for articles? Want to know how you can save time, parking money, and even avoid trips to campus? In this 45-minute workshop, you will learn tips and tricks for doing research for papers and projects, accessing library materials, and getting help when you are off-campus. RSVP and learn more. 7. Get Ready for Midterms: Try the PomodoroSunday, February 20, 2022, 7:30 pm- 8:00 pm CST Midterms, exams, and projects are here. Learn how to use the Pomodoro technique -- a brain-research-based study strategy. Have something ready to work on (e.g. reading, homework, problem sets, research, writing, etc.) -- use focused time and get stuff done. We will share additional study tips to help with the rest of the semester. RSVP and learn more. 8. Small Talk is a Big DEAL - Come Learn with SELS & Career ServicesMonday, February 21, 2022, 4:00 pm- 5:00 pm CST Student English Language Support (SELS) and Career Services are collaborating to help international students successfully navigate small talk conversations. Small talk is a big part of English conversations whether you're making friends after class or networking at a professional event. In this interactive workshop, you will learn what topics make good small talk and how to start, maintain, and politely end small talk conversations with ease. This is an in-person event in a large, spacious classroom in Bruininks Hall. No RSVP is required. Please email Jane at sitt0036@umn.edu with any questions. 9. International Student Virtual Career Fair Preparation WorkshopTuesday, February 22, 2022, 12:00 pm- 1:00 pm CST Many UMN colleges will be hosting virtual internship and career fairs in February! These fairs are opportunities to connect with potential employers and learn more about their internship and career opportunities. At this event, you will learn what to expect at the fair, how to interact with employers, and what work authorization options are available to you. We hope to address any questions you might have. Use the provided links to learn more, and register via the Zoom link to join. If you have questions, please email Jane, UMN International Career Consultant, at sitt0036@umn.edu. 10. University of Minnesota Job & Internship Fair 2022Friday, February 25, 2022, 10:00 am- 4:00 pm CST Explore unique job and internship opportunities in a variety of industries by connecting with 200+ employers. The UMN Job & Internship Fair will be open to all UMN students, and alumni of three years (2018-2021). Check out our candidate information on our website and follow along on social media for fair tips and all things related to the virtual fair this year! RSVP is now open. |
Research11. Summer Research Institute - Florida Mental Health InstituteThe Summer Research Institute (SRI@FMHI) is designed for students interested in building their research skills within the context of substance use and co-occurring disorders to help them prepare for a Senior Thesis and/or graduate school. The SRI@FMHI consists of four components: an independent research project conducted with guidance from a distinguished faculty mentor; research seminars; professional development seminars; and skill-building workshops. The research seminars will complement the research that students are conducting with their faculty mentors. Throughout the 11 weeks, students will work intensively with faculty mentors on their research projects. In addition, students will gain experience with research ethics, IRB practices, and will participate in a community rotation to gain experience with substance use services in an area related to their research projects. A stipend is provided. Learn more and apply online. The application deadline is March 20th, 2022. 12. Think Like a Researcher WorkshopResearch (like everything) continues to look different due to Covid-19 but it hasn't stopped. Our faculty have been creative and students researchers have risen to the challenges. The University of Minnesota has unparalleled opportunities for undergraduate students to engage in real research and creative projects -- from a scientific lab to conducting survey research, to researching historical documents in an Archive, to choreographing a new work. These require students to take their skills to the next level. Do you want to learn more about how to get started? Registration is open for “Think Like a Researcher” for Spring 2022. Please complete our short registration form and we will send more information via email. Once you register we will send updates with the next steps and important dates. 13. Multicultural Summer Research Opportunities ProgramThe Multicultural Summer Research Opportunities Program provides the opportunity for talented undergraduate students to seriously prepare for study and acceptance to graduate school through the development of strong relationships with faculty, access to a series of preparation seminars, and intensive research experience. The deadline for participation in MSROP 2021 is February 28, 2022, at 11:59 p.m. CST. Check out the MSROP webpage for more about the program, application process, funding details, and FAQs. 14. *Credit or Volunteer* Autism Clinical Research Lab Clinical Research CoordinatorThe Autism Clinical Research Lab at the Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain (MIDB) is looking for a clinical research coordinator to volunteer in our lab. Our research focuses on clinical outcomes from a variety of treatment programs implemented with children, adolescents, and young adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related neurodevelopmental disorders (including anxiety, ADHD, learning disorders). Responsibilities of this position may include administration and scoring of surveys and other assessments, data entry and management, preparation of treatment and research materials, and other tasks as assigned. Coordinators are also welcome to participate in the preparation of academic presentations and publications according to experience and capacity. Opportunities for credit may be available. Preference will be given to students who can commit to a year in our lab. Please send your CV/resume, unofficial transcript, and a letter of introduction and interest to Dr. Rebekah Hudock at kale0040@umn.edu to be considered. |
Graduate SchoolFind Diversity Weekend programs - includes Fall, Spring, and Summer programs. Updated frequently. 15. Discover Dental School: Preparing to Apply Program ApplicationThe University of Minnesota School of Dentistry will be hosting the Discover Dental School program for predental students Wednesday, June 1 - Wednesday, June 22, 2022. The program will run part-time, with some sessions occurring during the day (around lunchtime, if possible) as well as evenings and/or weekends - to enable more prospective dental students to participate who may already have summer plans. This program is free for participants! The exact format of the program is still TBD, plan for a hybrid experience. Students selected to participate in this program will be provided with training, resources, and experiences to strengthen their skills and assist them in creating a competitive application to dental school. Experiences will include DAT prep, connecting with current dental students, and hands-on activities. The application deadline is Sunday, March 6, 2022, @ 11:59 pm CST - no late or incomplete applications will be accepted/considered. The application includes required essays and one letter of recommendation that must also be submitted by the deadline. Read more and apply online. 16. UMN Carlson Master of Marketing Program Information SessionWednesday, February 23, 2022, 10:00 am- 11:00 am CST Still trying to decide on your post-graduation plans? A Masters of Marketing degree program with the Carlson School of Management may be the right fit for you! Join this information session to learn more about the Master of Marketing program, application requirements, and overall admission process, presented by Master of Marketing program staff and current students. Stick around for a Q&A (question and answer) session following the presentation. The event will take place at 10:00 am US central time on February 23, 2022. The event is virtual and registration can be found online. |
Engagement17. Autism & Neurodevelopment Clinic Trainees – Evidence-Based TherapiesThe Autism and Neurodevelopment Clinic at the Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain (MIDB) is looking for students who would like to gain experience in evidence-based therapies as volunteer trainees in our clinic. Our clinic provides group therapies to address social skills, anxiety management, and the transition to adulthood. On a less frequent basis, we also offer art therapy and parent coaching for parents of children with ADHD. Trainees would gain experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 8-25) with autism spectrum disorder and/or related neurodevelopmental conditions (e.g., anxiety, ADHD, depression) and their caregivers. Responsibilities of this position may include preparation of treatment materials, co-facilitation of therapy groups, writing of clinical progress notes, and other tasks as assigned. Opportunities for credit may be available. We ask that students commit to 5-10 hours/week in our clinic. Preference will be given to students who can commit to at least a year of training. Please send your CV/resume, unofficial transcript, and a letter of introduction and interest to Dr. Rebekah Hudock at kale0040@umn.edu to be considered. 18. WATCH Court MonitoringWATCH became part of The Advocates for Human Rights in June 2019. WATCH has been monitoring Hennepin County Courts for more than two decades and has recently added court monitoring in Ramsey and Washington counties. Its established court monitoring of trafficking cases complements The Advocates' decade of work to combat sex trafficking in Minnesota. Without monitoring and accountability, systems fail to protect women. By integrating new and existing volunteers, The Advocates will continue to use court monitoring and documentation to change and implement laws to end violence against women. Learn more and apply today. |
Jobs/Internship OpportunitiesIMPORTANT: 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. 19. MCTFR Research Professional 1 (HBCD Research Assistant) - University of MinnesotaThe Minnesota Center for Twin and Family Research (MCTFR) seeks to hire one HBCD Research Assistant responsible for executing tasks associated with the HBCD (Healthy Brain and Child Development (https://heal.nih.gov/research/infants-and-children/healthy-brain) Study protocol. The HBCD Research Assistant will recruit, assess, and assist with collecting neuro health data from participants. The salary range is $34,300 through $50,000, depending on experience and qualifications. Apply online via the University of Minnesota Employment System; reference job opening ID 345882. 20. HBCD Research Professional 3 Supv. (HBCD Site Coordinator) - University of MinnesotaThe Minnesota Center for Twin and Family Research (MCTFR) seeks to hire one HBCD Site Coordinator responsible for executing all tasks associated with the HBCD (Healthy Brain and Child Development (https://heal.nih.gov/research/infants-and-children/healthy-brain) Study protocol. The HBCD Site Coordinator will review data to assure quality, will provide the study Principal Investigators with regular reports, and will transfer data to the HBCD Data Informatics Center. Responsibilities also include day-to-day supervision, scheduling, and monitoring of several HBCD Research Assistants (RAs) and Undergraduate Research Assistants (UGRAs). The salary range is $47,600 to $65,000, depending on experience and qualifications. Apply online via the University of Minnesota Employment System; reference job opening ID 345886. 21. Direct Care Professional - ACR HomesACR Homes is hiring psychology students to become Direct Care Professionals! Get some experience this school year and apply today (positions starting now, later this semester, or even SUMMER)! You would work in a home setting alongside a co-worker to care for 4 people who have disabilities. You will get the chance to gain direct patient care hours by caring for the medical, emotional, and physical needs of the residents as well as enjoying fun activities with them on your shifts. ACR is VERY flexible for students only 12 hrs/week (shift are 4, 6, or 8 hr...so any combo to reach 12), pays starting up to $15/hr, offers paid training, and we have locations near campus, and you don't need to have a car! NEW! $2000 hiring/placement bonus!! We even offer custom research-based INTERNSHIPS that end with a letter of recommendation from our CEO who is a licensed psychologist. Contact Kayla Wildes at wilde177@umn.edu if you are interested in applying! 22. Behavior Therapist - Behavioral DimensionsBehavioral Dimensions provides intensive services to children with autism and related conditions. We are currently hiring undergraduate, college graduates, and graduate students from colleges and universities studying in a wide variety of human services fields. We at Behavioral Dimensions believe that the experiences we can offer students give them excellent opportunities to apply what they are learning in the classroom to real-life situations. Students will learn how to implement research-based behavioral techniques to teach young children a wide variety of skills as well as how to prevent and respond to challenging situations. Students receive many hours of training and support by professionals from several different disciplines, all with experience and training in Applied Behavior Analysis. Many jobs in the human services field require a degree, internship, and experience in order to be hired. We can assist in providing the required hours of experience and the internship while students are completing their degrees. All of our services are provided in the families’ homes, so we are able to place employees close to their homes throughout the metropolitan area. In some cases, we are able to provide the training and supervision required for specific internships and practicums. Questions can be directed to Amy Lundquist at alundquist@behavioraldimensions.com. 23. Seeking Full-Time Clinical Research Coordinator at Massachusetts General HospitalThe focus of our research is on self-injury and depression among youth. We are currently looking to hire one to two full-time clinical research coordinators to assist with studies aimed at improving short-term risk prediction for suicidal behavior in adolescents. Studies assessing proximal risk for suicidal behavior use computational methods to model neurocognitive markers and/or ambulatory indices (i.e., mobile technology including actigraphy, passive sensing of physiological arousal, passive sensing of social engagement and physical activity, and ecological momentary assessment) in psychiatrically hospitalized youth. Additional studies focus on employing computer vision to identify visual indicators of suicide risk among adolescents. Research coordinators will work under the mentorship of Dr. Richard Liu and Dr. Taylor Burke at Massachusetts General Hospital. These positions are particularly well suited for individuals seeking to gain research and clinical experience prior to graduate or medical school. The start date is Summer 2022. Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and CV to MGHmoodandbehaviorlab@gmail.com. Any questions regarding these positions may be directed to Rachel Levin at MGHmoodandbehaviorlab@gmail.com. Candidates from underrepresented backgrounds are particularly encouraged to apply. For more information, visit our website. |
