Psych Scoop 5/23/23
May 23rd, 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. Alumni Spotlight: Greta ReganPsych Advising has started a monthly Alumni Spotlight to showcase what our amazing alumni are up to! Our May spotlight, Greta Regan (PSY BA '16) works as a Software Engineer. Read about how Greta utilizes her psychology major to effectively communicate and collaboratively work with her software engineering team. Nominate someone who you think would be great to spotlight, including yourself! 2. Summer Psych Scoop ScheduleAs a reminder, starting this week the Summer Schedule for the Psych Scoop is bi-weekly. Announcements will be sent out every two weeks. 3. Summer Session Courses Still AvailableWe have a handful of summer courses still available for enrollment at this time. Courses that still have summer availability include PSY 3206: Health Psych, PSY 3604: Abnormal Psychology, and PSY 4521: Psych of Stress and Trauma. As a reminder, all summer courses are online and these courses start on June 5th. 4. Apply for PSY 5993 Enrichment ProgramAs part of the Building Pathways committee’s aim to increase engagement in research-related psychology careers among underrepresented students, we have created an enrichment program for students enrolled in PSY 5993, to support and enhance students’ research experiences. The program consists of weekly meetings with a cohort of 10-20 students to provide support for PSY 5993 research experiences, build research-related skills, learn about research-related career opportunities, and present their work. Participation in this program will also include up to $250 in tuition support. We would like to invite undergraduates who identify with groups underrepresented in psychology research careers to consider participating in this program by completing a brief application. The form is due at 12:00 pm CST on Friday, August 25th, with acceptances communicated on a rolling basis throughout the summer, and should take no more than 10 minutes to complete. |
Events5. Sci Pride: Hear from LGBTQ+ Scientists and Engineers!Saturday, June 3, 2023, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm CST In honor of Pride Month in June, the Bell Museum -- in partnership with the College of Food Agricultural, and Natural Resource Sciences (CFANS), the College of Science and Engineering (CSE), the College of Biological Sciences (CBS), the Medical School, the College of Veterinary Medicine, and the UMN Office of Equity and Diversity -- will again be celebrating the scientific contributions of the LGBTQIA+ community at the University of Minnesota. We will celebrate Pride and showcase the work of LGBTQIA+ scientists and engineers at this in-person Spotlight Science Sci Pride event on Saturday, June 3rd. Questions? Contact Kelsey Griffin at griff538@umn.edu. 6. Open House - University of Minnesota School of DentistrySaturday, June 10, 2023, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm CST Please join the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry for its annual Open House! Hands-on activities, information sessions, and an opportunity to connect with current students, faculty, and staff in our dental hygiene (BSDH), dental therapy (BSDH/MDT), and dentistry (DDS) programs. If you are interested in attending, please register as soon as possible! |
Courses of Interest7. 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. 8. CI 5116: Action Research in Educational Settings - Fall 2023Action research is a form of investigation that helps collaborative groups solve problems and improve professional practices in their own classrooms, schools, workplaces, or community settings. Through this class, you’ll learn to lead this type of collaborative research effectively and ethically. You’ll practice qualitative research methods such as survey design, interviewing, participant observation, qualitative coding, and thematic analysis. Because action research is always seeking social improvement, democratic participation, and greater mutual understanding in the research site, you’ll pay particular attention to issues of research ethics, collaboration, and researcher positionality. The course instructor offers substantial feedback to support your growth as a research-oriented writer. Final project options include individual, partner, or small-group final projects; conducting authentic, early-stage research; writing a short research proposal; or developing a portfolio of research artifacts. Instructor permission is required for undergraduates. You must be in your final year before graduation to enroll in the course. Questions about this course can be directed to Ashley Kalscheur at ashleyk@umn.edu. CI 5116 is asynchronous and online. Instructor: Susan Staats 9. 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 Opportunities10. Join Culture Corps Career STAR this summerCulture Corps Career STAR is a 6-session career skill development workshop series for undergraduate international students. This program is designed to help develop the necessary skills needed to obtain internships, and jobs after graduation, and plan for graduate school. Expand your network and development through this program where you can connect and learn with international student peers, professionals in the community, and international alumni who have graduated. The Career STAR Program meets virtually via Zoom. We will decide dates and times together based on the interested group - please share your availability via the application link. To achieve completion of the program we expect you will attend at least 4 out of 6 sessions. Learn more and apply by the preferred application date of June 1, limited spots are available. Email Jane, UMN International Career Consultant, at sitt0036@umn.edu with any questions about the program. 11. MIDB 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., communication disorders, anxiety, ADHD, depression) and their caregivers. Responsibilities of this position may include the 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 6-10 hours/week in our clinic. Preference will be given to students who can commit to at least a year of training. This is a great opportunity for students considering careers in clinical psychology, school psychology, or any type of counseling. 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. If interested, please apply ASAP to be considered for summer and fall opportunities. |
Learning Abroad12. Are you planning on studying abroad in a future term? Learn about the studying abroad process through the Learning Abroad Center!Are you interested in studying abroad? Begin the Study Abroad Process by taking a look at the 'Learning Abroad Process' page on the LAC website. The process described on the website is the basic check off list that you'll complete in order to learn abroad. The order in which you do things is somewhat flexible. If you're interested in psychology-related programs, 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. |
Graduate School13. MS in Physiology Information SessionsThursday, May 25, 2023, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm CST The Master’s in Physiology at Georgetown University is a one-year, non-thesis, pre-health master’s degree program designed as an opportunity for pre-health college graduates to strengthen their competitiveness and readiness for medical school, dental school, allied health programs, or Ph.D. programs in the biomedical sciences. Students are challenged with a rigorous curriculum and receive expert advising and support from our medical center faculty. Come learn more about our program and what we have to offer you! RSVP for the May 25th session here. RSVP for the June 12th session here. Any questions can be directed to pharmphys@georgetown.edu. 14. MS in Pharmacology Information SessionsWednesday, May 24, 2023, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CST Georgetown University’s MS in Pharmacology program is a one-year, non-thesis degree program that offers a foundation of rigorous coursework as well as the option to do research or tailor the curriculum with a selection of elective courses from across our biomedical departments. Our typical cohort of 15-20 students benefits from a small class size in our main pharmacology courses and receives personalized attention from our faculty, whether in the classroom or in the laboratory. Join our information session to learn more about what we have to offer you! RSVP for the May 24th session here. RSVP for the June 12th session here. Any questions can be directed to pharmphys@georgetown.edu. |
Research15. Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) Summer Deadline - June 26UROP provides funding for students to complete 120 hours of research under the mentorship of a faculty member. Students can work with any faculty at the University of Minnesota and do not have to work with someone in their major or even their college. Depending on the academic discipline and faculty mentor, students can join an already established research project or create their own research project. Students set their own timeline for completing their projects, although most complete their UROP in a semester or over the summer. Students work closely with faculty mentors throughout their undergraduate research experience. Students gain valuable connections and skills and faculty are provided with talented undergraduates for research assistance. The application for Summer 2023 funds is Monday, June 26th, 2022. Learn more and apply online. 16. *Volunteer or Credit* Summer Data Collection Experience - Autism Mentorship Program (AMP)The Autism Clinical Research Lab at the Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain (MIDB) is looking for students 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. This role will focus on the Autism Mentorship Program (AMP), which evaluates the outcomes of a community-based mentoring program for autistic adolescents and adults. Responsibilities of this position may include: administering surveys and interviews to parents, autistic adolescents, and autistic young adults. Data collectors are also welcome to participate in the preparation of academic presentations and publications according to experience and capacity. Opportunities for credit may be available. This is a great opportunity to gain some hands-on data collection experience and also work with autistic teens and young adults! Students must be available to dedicate 10-15 hours/week in June and July of 2023. Students may have the opportunity to continue working on this project during the 2023-2024 academic year if interested! 17. *Volunteer or Credit* Clinical Data Manager - Autism Clinical Research LabThe Autism Clinical Research Lab at the Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain (MIDB) is looking for a clinical data manager 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. Responsibilities of this position may include: scoring clinical assessments, data entry, and management of the clinical database. Data managers are also welcome to participate in the preparation of academic presentations and publications according to experience and capacity. Opportunities for credit may be available. Students must be available to dedicate 10-15 hours/week to this position over the course of at least 6 months. Preference will be given to students who can commit to a year or more 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. 18. *Volunteer or Credit* Clinical Research Coordinator - Autism Clinical Research LabThe 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. 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. Students must be available to dedicate 10-15 hours/week to this position over the course of at least 6 months. Preference will be given to students who can commit to a year or more 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. |
Scholarships & Awards19. Psychology Engagement Award - Summer Applications Now OpenAre you volunteering in your community this summer? Or, participating in an unpaid internship here or abroad this summer semester? 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 unpaid learning experiences beyond the University campus and classroom environments (i.e. unpaid internships, volunteer experiences, study abroad containing a psych-related internship, etc.). Up to two awards of $500 will be offered for Summer 2023. The application deadline is Wednesday, June 14th. For details about the awards and application materials, visit our webpage. |
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. 20. In-Home Patient Care PositionLooking for someone who is kind and caring to work with Annie, a young 42-year-old woman with physical and mental disabilities in a private home. Typical shifts include: helping Annie with personal care, Pt/Ot exercises, accessing the community, and fun activities. Great experience for those looking to work in the healthcare field. Requirements include no back or health problems, no smoking, a vehicle for transportation, and great communication skills. No experience is necessary as training will be provided. Flexible day and evening weekend shifts and we will work around any class schedule. The home is located 15 minutes from the University in a family home. If you're interested in learning more please call Andrea at (651)-274-3574 or email at admckee@comcast.net. 21. Full-Time Research CoordinatorVirginia Tech is looking for a full-time Research Coordinator in the JK Lifespan Development lab of Dr. Jungmeen Kim-Spoon. Projects in the lab combine developmental psychopathology and decision neuroscience to investigate brain function, emotion, cognition and personality processes, decision-making, and health behaviors. We use a variety of methods including structural and functional magnetic resonance imaging, behavioral tasks, interviews, and questionnaires. You must have one year of research experience, including participant recruitment and data collection. Training will be provided for all aspects of the job. This is an excellent opportunity for those interested in graduate school in clinical, cognitive, or developmental psychology/neuroscience. For a complete description of the job posting please visit the Virginia Tech website. If interested, please visit the Virginia Tech Job website and search for job posting #525770. Contact Megan Egan at megan217@vt.edu if you have any questions. 22. Mental Health PractitionerCentral Care Services Inc. (located at 3355 Hiawatha Ave. Minneapolis, MN) is hiring a Mental Health Practitioner! This is a great opportunity for those with majors/minors in Psychology Developmental Psychology or related fields to get first-hand experience working under a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Previous experience and training are preferred, but not required, as you will be trained after hire. Mental Health Practitioners work one-on-one with children on the autism spectrum and related disorders, using ABA therapy to help clients reach their individual goals. Goals include skills such as social communication social interaction, motor skills, Self-care skills, etc. Starting pay is $20-25/hour, and preference is given to those who can work about 25-40 hours per week. Hours of operation are from 9:00 am - 9:00 pm weekdays, and 11:00 am - 6:00 pm weekends. Please reach out to Info@centralcareservice.com with a copy of your resume if interested. Questions about this position can be directed to Nimo Mohamud at info@centralcareservice.com. 23. Research Professional - Department of Educational PsychologyA bio-behavioral research group in the Department of Educational Psychology is looking for a full-time research professional to assist in ongoing research projects in a highly collaborative, interdisciplinary environment. Our work includes the assessment of pain and sensory function, parent-child interactions, self-injurious behavior, and other health outcomes in individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (e.g. cerebral palsy, Rett syndrome, autism spectrum disorder). The scope of this position includes analyses of these factors using complex behavior scoring systems, assisting in the supervision of co-workers and/or student workers to ensure progress and data quality, and collaboration with the direct supervisor and larger research group on topics and issues related to projects and broader content areas. Ideal candidates have excellent attention to detail, are enthusiastic, and can commit a minimum of 2 years to the position. This position allows for hybrid remote work as training progresses. We have a flexible May/June start date. You must have at least a bachelor’s degree or 4 equivalent years of experience. For any questions, please reach out to Dr. Alyssa Merbler at Merbl004@umn.edu. To apply, visit our careers site. Sign In to access your account or if you are not an existing user select the New User link to create one, then select the Apply button to begin your application. 24. Front Desk Student Worker - Summer 2023School of Nursing Office of Student and Career Advancement Services is hiring a Front Desk Student Worker! Starting pay is $15/hr. You must be available to start during the summer term with the potential to be renewed each term. Due to the nature of the role you cannot be a School of Nursing student. Work up to 12 hours a week Monday-Friday from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. You must have experience with Microsoft Office and Google Suite. Work-study is preferred but not required. If you are interested in applying, go to the U of M Job Website and search for Job ID #355351. Questions about this position can be directed to Brittany Howard at bhoward@umn.edu. 25. HBCD Site CoordinatorThe Minnesota Center for Twin and Family Research (MCTFR) seeks to hire one HBCD Site Coordinator (7352P2: Researcher Professional 2 Supervisor*) responsible for executing all tasks associated with the HBCD (Healthy Brain and Child Development) Study protocol. The HBCD Study is recruiting people during pregnancy & following their infants through the first five years of their lives. In addition to performing the protocol tasks, the HBCD Site Coordinator will review data to assure quality, provide the study Principal Investigators with regular reports, & transfer data to the HBCD Data Informatics Center. Day-to-day supervision, scheduling, & monitoring of several HBCD Research Assistants and Undergraduate Research Assistants is required. The HBCD Site Coordinator will work closely with HBCD parent/infant/child participants to assess infant/child development and complex psychological traits. *This position is classified as a Research Professional 2 Supervisor (7352P2), which requires that the selected candidate have a BA/BS, plus at least 2 years of experience.* Apply online via the University of Minnesota Employment System; reference job opening ID 355349. 26. Research AssistantThe Minnesota Center for Twin and Family Research (MCTFR) seeks to hire a Research Assistant (83521: Research Professional 1) responsible for interviewing and recruiting study participants. Assessments include interviews, neuropsychological testing, personality, and related assessments. Research Assistants will review data to assure quality. They will work closely with the MCTFR research participants and MCTFR co-investigators so a bachelor's degree, onsite work at Elliott Hall, and remote work, including evenings and weekends are required, and research experience, knowledge, and skills, plus outstanding communication and problem-solving skills are preferred. Apply online via the University of Minnesota Employment System; reference job opening ID 355510. 27. Research Assistant Position - Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral SciencesThe Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is seeking candidates for a Research Assistant position. Responsibilities include: 1) 50% manage and coordinate data collection from human research studies, including overseeing the progress of online participants and assisting them as necessary. 2) 25% maintain accurate and complete study records. 3) 15% assist with government and institutional regulatory efforts, including preparation, submission, and upkeep of IRB protocols. 4) 10% preparing summaries of research study progress, based on laboratory records. Research assistants are expected to become increasingly independent practitioners of the basic building blocks of the research process. We recognize that research assistants often wish to pursue research-related careers and educational opportunities. We have particular strength in helping research assistants prepare for such opportunities, including by developing effective graduate school application packets. Competitive candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in psychology or neuroscience before the appointment begins. Exceptional candidates with backgrounds in statistics, data science, or computer science may also be considered. The start date is early June. If interested, please send a CV or resume and a brief (abstract-length) summary of relevant professional experience to Dr. Michael Bronstein at brons139@umn.edu. Please direct pre-submission inquiries to the same address. |
