Psych Scoop, 4/18/23
April 18th, 2023 |
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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 AnnouncementsCurrent majors are expected to know the announcements in the advising announcement section. 1. Registration for Fall 2023 has begun!Registration for the Fall 2023 term is now open! Psych Advising is here to help. As you're getting closer to your registration queue, now is a great time to start reviewing your APAS and thinking about what classes you might take for the Fall semester (as a reminder, summer registration is currently open!). Appointments are currently available to meet with a Psych Advisor. We recommend scheduling sooner than later if you would like to meet with Psych Advising because our office can become very busy during registration season! 2. Psychology Advising Drop-Ins AvailablePsych Advising has virtual and in-person drop-in times available for students to ask quick 5-10 minute questions regarding course planning, registration, engagement opportunities, capstone projects, and post-graduate plans. Take a look at the Spring 2023 dates and times to attend virtual or in-person drop-ins! Drop-ins are on a first come first serve basis. 3. 3 Days Left to RSVP to the 2023 Psychology Senior Spectacular!Friday, April 28, 2023, 4:45 pm- 6:00 pm CST Psychology majors who have applied for graduation for Spring or Summer 2023, you have 3 days left to RSVP to the 2023 Psychology Senior Spectacular Celebration. This psychology undergraduate event recognizes award recipients and graduating seniors in front of peers, staff, faculty, and family for all of their accomplishments! The event will be held on campus Friday, April 28th, 2023 from 4:45 pm to 6:00 pm. Please mark your calendars now and fill out the rsvp form, which was sent out directly to students who have applied to graduate for Spring or Summer 2023. If you have any questions about this event, please contact Psychology Undergraduate Advising at psyadvis@umn.edu. |
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. 4. Officer Positions Openings - Psychology ClubGet more involved in psychology and in the campus community by becoming a psychology club officer! We are looking for a new secretary, treasurer, public relations, and communications officer for the following 2023-2024 school year. This is a great leadership experience and will look great on resumes. Please fill out the Google form application by April 2nd if you are interested. Interviews will be conducted over Zoom from April 3rd-14th. We look forward to meeting our new 2023- 2024 officers! Please contact psichi@umn.edu if you have any questions. 5. De-Stress with Movie Night & Pizza! - Psychology Club/Psi ChiWednesday, April 19, 2023, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Need to de-stress before finals? Join us for a movie and pizza night on April 19th from 5:30-7 pm. The movie will be psychology-themed either Rain Man or the movie Split. Pizza, popcorn, and psychological coloring sheets will be provided. Bring your friends for a fun night! Please fill out the RSVP form to attend! We hope to see you there! Please contact psichi@umn.edu with any questions or concerns. 6. Jeopardy Night! - Psychology Club/Psi ChiWednesday, April 26, 2023, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Have you ever dreamed of being on Jeopardy? Now you can join us for Jeopardy night on April 26th from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm. Please bring your friends to test your knowledge about psychology and other facts. Winners will receive candy! This will be the final psychology club meeting of the year so we hope to see you all there! Please contact psichi@umn.edu with any questions or concerns! |
Events7. Justice in Public Health: White to White: Dismantling White Supremacy from WithinMonday, April 24, 2023, 10:00 am - 11:15 am We will not achieve the goal of dismantling white supremacy without white people working together to understand how white supremacy and racial bias are defining characteristics of our whiteness. In this work, white people must engage with BIPOC and white individuals and communities. However, white people learning about and discussing whiteness can elicit fear, anger, confusion, denial, shame, blame, and the “good white/bad white” dynamic. This presentation will explore how white people can engage from within – within ourselves and within our own white communities. To learn more about the presentation and the presenter, visit the School of Public Health's Website. To attend this event, pre-register here. 8. Health is Wealth Open HouseTuesday, April 25, 2023, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm College students, your health is your wealth! Take the resources tour at the University YMCA (UY) on Tuesday, April 25, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm! Learn how health insurance, primary care, and wellness checks work to benefit your overall physical and mental health. Learn from UY students and staff how service in the community can be an asset while you enjoy bagels and cream cheese, popcorn, and treats! Destress with yoga, music, coloring, and succulent plants that you can take home! Learn about Mental Health Resources and meet one of the Y Health Coaches. Have questions about the event, reach out to patti.neiman@ymcamn.org. 9. Minnesota Undergraduate Psychology Conference (MUPC)Saturday, April 29, 2023, 8:00 am- 3:30 pm CST Bethel University is hosting this year's Minnesota Undergraduate Psychology Conference! Students who are interested in submitting their research proposals to present as a poster or talk should register on the MUPC website. Keynote speaker, Dr. Ka Ip, is an assistant professor at the University of Minnesota Institute of Child Development and is excited to talk about his research findings in his area of focus. Visit the MUPC website to learn more about Dr. Ka Ip and his research, as well as the schedule for the conference. For questions, please contact Angela Sabates at a-sabates@bethel.edu. |
Courses of Interest10. PSY 3896: Internship in Psychology - 1-4 Credits - Fall 2023Make an internship experience count toward your PSY Major! PSY 3896 class credits (1-4 variable credits) are based partly on the number of hours you work at your internship during the Fall 2023 semester. Online course assignments are a complement to your learning at your internship site. Students apply to and secure a position on their own, but guidance is available. Example sites include ACR Homes, People Serving People, Sexual Violence Center, Tubman, and the Walk-In Counseling Center. Look for more opportunities in the Psych Scoop and even more on Handshake. Read more about what students have to say about PSY 3896! Steps to Register for PSY 3896: 1.) Student secures an internship with a site 2.) Submit a "Request an Experience" form on Handshake and receive approval. 3.) Permission number to register for the course will then be emailed to you. PSY 3896 is completely online Instructor: Michael Houlahan Note: This course counts as elective credit for the Psychology majors only. 11. PSY 3960: Psychology of College Life (Undergrad Seminar)This class will explore how psychological principles play in your everyday life as a college student. We will explore how psychological theories and research contribute to our understanding of aspects of university life, including but not limited to academic performance, career planning, campus involvement, identity development, racism and discrimination, mental and physical health, and traumatic experiences. This is a 3 credit, Remote Class (online-synchronous meetings) that will utilize various learning methods, including lectures, discussions, writing reflections, and readings. Additional asynchronous online participation is required. PSY 3960 will meet online (synchronously), Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm CST - Meets June 5th - July 28th, 2023 Instructor: Liza Meredith (mere0032@umn.edu) Note: PSY 3960 may be used as Elective Credit in the Psychology Major. 12. PSY 5960: Race and Life Course Perspective - Fall 2023In this course, students will review racial, ethnic, and cultural (hereafter: REC) diversity in child and youth development and how this diversity influences their lives. Students will learn about the long history and recent resurgence of research into the role of REC contexts for children and adolescents. This research often challenges popular notions while revealing broader themes regarding the role of REC in development. Consequently, the main goal of this course is for students to learn about these research findings and draw implications for child and youth development, particularly for those populations who are stigmatized due to racial, ethnic, and cultural status. A second main goal of the course is for students to learn about the developmental progression in how children and youth make sense of the REC aspects of their lives and social worlds. Students can apply this knowledge to design developmentally-sensitive programming and dialogues with children and youth. A third goal of the course is for students to develop an understanding of broad themes and principles that are consistent across REC contexts but may be expressed differently in specific REC contexts. These broad themes include ethnic/racial stigmatization, cultural socialization, and REC identity development which are expressed differently in each ethnic, racial, and cultural context. The fourth goal of the course is for students to gain skills in understanding how themes associated with a particular REC group are expressed uniquely by individuals. No enforced prerequisites, PSY 3001W or equivalent recommended. PSY 5960 - 001 will meet in Elliott Hall N555, Tuesdays from 2:00 pm- 5:00 pm CST Instructor: Dr. Juan Del Toro (jdeltoro@umn.edu) Notes: This course counts as elective credit for the Psychology majors only. This course was previously offered as PSY 4960 in Spring 2023 as "Race and the Developing Child." Students may not complete both offerings. |
Volunteer/Engagement Opportunities13. Are you Interested in Volunteering at a Community Organization?Volunteering offers many of the same potential benefits as other experiential activities, like interning, for example, or participating in research projects. Volunteering is yet another way you can continue developing the Core Career Competencies that signify career readiness. It also gives you a chance to explore various organizations, career paths, and work settings in a fairly low-key way. One way you can find Volunteer opportunities is through the Center for Community-Engaged Learning (CCEL). At the University’s Center for Community-Engaged Learning, staff members will ask you about your interests and then connect you with one or more of the 300 nonprofit community partners they work with. Additionally, you can often find volunteer positions posted on Handshake. Visit the CLA Undergraduate Studies website to view further instructions on how to navigate Handshake. 14. Camp Support StaffCamp FUNdamentals offers nature-based, inclusive camps for kids and youth, facilitated by a pediatric occupational therapist. Camps are hosted around the metro June-August at various nature-based locations and farms. Each camp is 1 week long varying from 2-4 days. Apply via the Google form if you have an interest in volunteering for at least 1 camp. For more information, please check out our website and contact Alycia at alycia@fundamentalsinnature.com. |
Learning Abroad15. Interested in a Study Abroad Program? Attend a First Step Session through the Learning Abroad Center!Are you interested in studying abroad? Begin the Study Abroad Process by completing a First Step Session through the Learning Abroad Center. First Step Sessions give basic information about how to research program options, get started with academic planning, and look into finances for study abroad, including financial aid and scholarships. Attend a live, 25-minute, virtual First Step session. Time will be reserved for questions at the end. View the upcoming sessions and register here. Check out the psychology major guide to studying abroad as a psychology major and a list of suggested programs. For more information, visit the Learning Abroad Center website. |
Research16. *Volunteer or Credit* Summer & Fall RA Positions with Gunnar LabThe Gunnar Lab at the Institute of Child Development is looking for student research assistants for the summer term (May 15 - Aug 11) and fall term of 2023. Our research focuses on stress and the effects of early life experiences in children, teens, and young adults. We have several research studies seeking RAs to help as testing specialists and experimenters. Responsibilities may include acting as a judge or research buffer, recruiting, scheduling, coding behavioral observations, and running online and in-person research sessions. Students can earn 1-3 credits for CPSY 4994. Preference will be given to those who can commit to two or more semesters. To learn more about these positions, please send your CV/resume and a short introduction to Bao Moua at moua0066@umn.edu to be considered. 17. Summer & Fall RA Position in Adolescent Psychiatry LabDr. Meredith Gunlicks-Stoessel in the Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Department is looking for undergraduate research assistants. Current research studies focus on interventional treatments for youth with depression and/or non-suicidal self-injury. Students will get hands-on experience with (1) survey administration using REDCap for data collection procedures with adolescents and parents, (2) interview assessments, (3) data entry, and (4) literature reviews. They will also attend a 1 hr biweekly Zoom lab meeting. Candidates must be pursuing a psych or a related degree and be willing to commit 4 hours per week for the semester, including some weekday evenings and weekend mornings. Preference will be given to students who can commit to 2 semesters or more. Students can earn 1-3 credits of PSY 4/5993. To apply, please send your resume, cover letter (including class year), and unofficial transcript to ptad@umn.edu. Questions can be directed to ptad@umn.edu. 18. *Credit* Undergraduate Directed Research Opportunity at the Institute of Child DevelopmentWe are looking for responsible, enthusiastic, and detail-oriented students to work in Professor Glenn Roisman's Relationships Research Laboratory in the Fall of 2023 to help with the transcription of interviews about participants' childhood experiences with their primary caregivers. Prospective undergraduate research assistants must be prepared to sign up for 3 credits (approximately 10 hours of work per week, including a flexible schedule and 1-2 weekly, hour-long lab meetings). Please contact Professor Roisman by email (roism001@umn.edu) if you are interested and indicate your availability for an informal, 15-minute Zoom interview to take place after the Thanksgiving holiday. Professor Roisman asks that you send him prior to your appointment your resume and a brief writing sample (no more than a 1-page excerpt) from a college paper. Questions can be directed to Professor Glenn I. Roisman at roism001@umn.edu. 19. *Volunteer or Credit* Fall 2023 Volunteer Research OpportunityDr. Nicholas Davenport is looking for volunteer research assistants for the Fall of 2023 to work at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center. Volunteers will have the chance to assist with projects investigating the long-term neurologic effects and treatment outcomes related to traumatic brain injury and stress disorders in military service members. The research combines clinical assessments with biological techniques, including electroencephalography (EEG), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and genetic analysis. Responsibilities are specific to assisting with participant prescreening, recruitment, scheduling, material preparation, and data entry. This opportunity is eligible for PSY 4993 credit. We require a commitment of 10 hours per week and preference will be given to applicants who are available for multiple semesters. Successful candidates typically have a 3.5 GPA or higher, have junior or senior-level credits, and may have an interest in pursuing a higher degree in psychology or related fields. If you are interested, please send a copy of your cover letter, CV/resume, and unofficial transcripts to Elena Shest at Elena.Shest@va.gov and Sloan Davidson at Sloan.Davidson@va.gov. 20. *Volunteer or Credit* Research Assistants Interested in Culture, Race, and Ethnicity NeededAre you interested in learning more about personality – how we differ from one another and how we might change over time? Are you interested in statistics and research methods? Dulce Westberg, a postdoctoral scholar at the NICE lab, is seeking undergraduate research assistants for the 2023-24 academic year. You will be working on research projects related to cultural differences in personality based on race/ethnicity, gender, and social class using narrative methods. More information about what to expect may be found on Dulce’s google scholar page. Please fill out the application form. Dulce will contact you to schedule a meeting to discuss expectations and to ensure that it would be a good fit. |
Scholarships & Awards21. Mooty Internship ScholarshipThe Mooty Internship Scholarship is intended to support students by alleviating some of the financial pressure of participating in an unpaid micro-internship. Once a student has been selected for an unpaid project, they can apply for the Mooty Internship Scholarship. This is a one-time, non-renewable $500 scholarship. If awarded, this scholarship will be distributed as part of a student's financial aid package during the term that the project is completed. To apply for a Mooty Internship Scholarship, a student must be a currently enrolled, degree-seeking undergraduate student at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities; Have not previously received this scholarship; Be selected for an unpaid project on the Maroon and Gold Network; Complete the Mooty Internship Scholarship application. All scholarship applicants will be notified within 10 business days. Questions? Please contact Marissa Smith at marissas@umn.edu. 22. CLA Internship ScholarshipThe CLA Internship Scholarship is designed to provide some financial assistance to undergraduate students participating in unpaid internships. The scholarships are offered by CLA three times per year and awarded during the term that the internship is completed. To apply for a CLA Internship Scholarship, you must meet the following conditions: Be an already-enrolled, full-time, degree-seeking undergraduate student in the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Minnesota, Have not previously received this scholarship or the Mulhollem Cravens Leadership Scholarship, Be already engaged in an internship, participating in a university program that places you into an internship, or you have already been accepted into an internship position. A complete application includes the online application as well as a Site Agreement through Handshake. Both requirements must be completed by the deadline for your application to be considered. Late or incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Applications are due Monday, May 22, 2023, at 9:00 am CST. Visit the Scholarship Website to view more requirements, learn more information about the scholarship, and apply. |
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. 23. Direct Care Professional Summer Positions OpenACR Homes are hiring psychology students to become Direct Care Professionals! Apply today for positions starting this Summer. You would work in a home setting alongside a co-worker to care for 4 people with 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 incredibly flexible for students, with a minimum of 12-16 hours per week (shifts are 4, 6, or 8 hours) but you can have additional hours. Over the summer you could work more hours if you wanted! Starting pay is $15-$21/hour depending on the shift you work. We offer paid training and also have locations near campus, and cars parked on campus you can use. We also offer custom research-based internships that end with a letter of recommendation from our CEO who is also a licensed psychologist. We are conducting 30 min Zoom interviews now for Summer. If you have any questions or if you're interested in applying contact Kayla Wildes at wilde177@umn.edu. 24. TRIO Upward Bounds Residential Youth CounselorTRIO Upward Bounds Residential Youth Counselors (Job ID: 354472) will live in the residence halls with the Residential Coordinator and TRIO Upward Bound students. When on duty, they are responsible for the development, implementation, and supervision of residential activities. The goal of the TRIO UB residential program is to help students become acclimated to living in a college campus environment, build the necessary skills to enhance self-sufficiency and build cultural capital. This is both a part-time and full-time position. This job is open to continuing U of M undergraduate students only. The schedule, as well as more information, can be found in the job posting. If you have any questions about this position, please contact cehd@umn.edu. 25. TRIO Upward Bound Classroom AssistantTRIO Upward Bound is seeking a Classroom Assistant (Job ID: 354490) who is an organized and energetic person who will help in revising and/or creating curriculum in English, Math, College Exploration, Computer Literacy, Economics, Forensic Science (or other science), Government and Advocacy, French (or other foreign languages). Additionally, they will assist the instructor in the classroom Monday-Friday during a five-week supplemental academic summer program as well as other clerical-type duties. To learn more about the position, and to apply, please visit the website. If you have any questions about the position, please contact cehd@umn.edu. 26. TRIO Upward Bound Student Office AssistantTRIO Upward Bound is seeking a Student Office Assistant (Job ID: 354471) who is an organized and energetic person, who will assist with the administration of TRIO Upward Bound 2023 summer program services. The summer employment dates are May through August 31, 2023. Hours may vary, individuals should be able to work 30 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Office Assistants provide administrative support to keep TRIO UP running efficiently, accountable, and compliant with both University and federal grant administration requirements. The program is dynamic and fast-paced, and we hope that you are too. If you are interested in learning more about the position and applying, visit the U of M Job Website. Questions about this position can be directed to cehd@umn.edu. 27. CAPE is hiring a new Peer CoachThe Center for Academic Planning and Exploration (CAPE) is designed to provide targeted, "high-touch" academic transition support for students who will most benefit from such assistance – highly undecided students, students desiring competitive majors, and students transitioning from one college to another. CAPE's mission is to empower undergraduate students to make informed, self-determined choices about their academic plans at the University of Minnesota. Our Peer Coaches staff the CAPE drop-in hours and assist students with getting started on the major exploration process and getting connected to other resources. Peer Coaches also serve as TAs for sections of OUE 2001: Academic Planning & Exploration, and assist with grading and facilitating in-person class meetings This position would be an excellent fit for students with a personal and/or professional interest in counseling, teaching, advising, mentoring, and coaching. Students can apply via the U of M employment website using the Job Code ID 355043. The priority application deadline is May 1st, 2023. Resume and Cover Letter are required. Questions about the position? Email Amanda Niskode-Dossett at aniskode@umn.edu. 28. Clinical Research Coordinator - Research Professional 2The Department of Neurology at the University of Minnesota invites applications for a Clinical Research Coordinator (Research Professional 2) position. The coordinator will work on two different studies examining the movement disorder Essential Tremor (ET). This is a full-time position, and work will be split between the two studies. The first study is with PI Matthew Johnson, Ph.D., who runs the Neuromodulation Research and Technology Laboratory (NRTL). The laboratory studies neuromodulation technologies to improve the quality of life for people with neurological disorders. More information on the laboratory is available on the website. The second study is run by PI Jing Wang, Ph.D., whose research is aimed at developing cutting-edge techniques in the neuromodulation of movement disorders. Responsibilities include assisting with the collection and management of data from behavioral experiments in human research participants diagnosed with neurological disorders such as Essential Tremor (ET) who may or may not have deep brain stimulation (DBS) implants, initiating new clinical trials, coordinating the enrollment of eligible patients, managing and coordinating research subject’s participation, performing patient evaluations, extract, and report quality patient data and samples and respond to data queries. Starting salary is $55,000. If you have any questions about the position, contact Marina Bryants at Bryan371@umn.edu. 29. PARKS Study Research Professional 1The PARKS study is hiring fluent Spanish speakers for recruitment and data collection. This study uses fee waivers and family outreach to promote youth use of park and recreation programs that support physical activity. It is a partnership between the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, and St. Paul Park systems, and parks serving lower-income diverse youth and families. We need one or more friendly people to help us recruit and collect data from Spanish-speaking/English-speaking parents and children. Recruitment involves attending community activities to share information about the study. Data collection includes obtaining consent (explaining the study process) and doing surveys in English and Spanish. Late afternoon hours will be common. 10-14 hours per week (flexible). The pay range is $20-$24/hr. Interested? Please contact Reed Mitchell by email at mitc0186@umn.edu. 30. Researcher 2Dr. Glenn I. Roisman of the Institute of Child Development and Dr. Bob Krueger of the Department of Psychology, Principal Investigators on two coordinated five-year NIH-funded grants to follow up the large Sibling Interaction and Behavior Study (SIBS) and the Minnesota Twin Registry (MTR) cohorts into mid and late life, seek to hire several Research Assistants (8352R2: Researcher 2) responsible for carrying out field studies by interviewing study adult participants remotely via Zoom. The MTR and SIBS studies are embedded within the Minnesota Center for Twin and Family Research (MCTFR) in the Department of Psychology. The MCTFR seeks to identify environmental and genetic influences on psychological traits and includes studies of twins, adoptees, and biologically related adolescent siblings. MCTFR participants are involved in a variety of projects including the assessment of psychopathology, neuropsychological function, social adjustment, psychophysiology, and collection of DNA samples. This is a post-baccalaureate job opportunity in which you will recruit full-time paid Research Assistants. To apply, visit the U of M Job website. If you have any questions about this position, contact Matt Gunderson at gunde705@umn.edu. 31. Behavior TechnicianCome be a part of the team at Helena and enjoy everything we have to offer! Work in an environment that is collaborative, creative, flexible, challenging, and fun! Our company believes in providing intensive and effective 1-on-1 ABA therapy to our learners through the implementation of their individualized treatment plan and continuous collaboration between all providers and family members for the best long-term outcome possible. You will go through an intensive 2-week hybrid training of RBT-certified videos and face-to-face training with Senior Behavior Technician, April Wolf, prior to running therapy sessions independently. Our program focuses on helping our learners engage in functional communication and social skills, regulation, fine and gross motor movements, matching, and more. We teach skills in manding (requesting), table time, and natural environment teaching (NET) opportunities. Be part of our small community that cares for both its learners and employees by partaking in team-building activities, meetings, and committees to make positive change. If you are interested in applying, visit this link. If you have any questions, direct them to April Wolf, at wolfa@hfsatc.com or 763-432-3926. |
