Psych Scoop 10/29/24

Psychology Advising Announcements

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Countdown to Spring 2025 Registration - 2 Weeks Out 

We are about two weeks out from registration! Registration starts on April 11th. At this point, you have received your registration time. You can check your registration time on your MyU account. Appointments are currently available to meet with a Psych Advisor. We recommend scheduling sooner rather than later if you would like to meet with Psych Advising because our office can become very busy once registration starts!

Psych Game Night 

• Date: October 31, 2024
• Time: 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm CT
• Cost: Free
• Location: Elliott Hall, Room N219

Come and join Psychology Undergraduate Advising in the return of our event - Psych Game Night! We will supply a few games for students to enjoy such as Yahtzee, Codenames, Uno, and more. A Nintendo Switch is also available with a variety of Mario and Jackbox games. We highly encourage students to attend to meet other students within the psychology major, as it is one of the biggest majors at UMN. Feel free to bring any additional games you would like to play with others, but we do ask that the games are appropriate. If you are interested in joining us, fill out the RSVP so we can know attendance beforehand. We hope to see you there! Contact psyadvis@umn.edu for any questions.

PsyD Info Session

• Date: Thursday, November 7, 2024
• Time: 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm CT
• Cost: Free
• Location: Campbell Hall, Room 1

Developmental Psychology & Psychology Undergraduate Advising are excited to host an information session to share general information about pursuing a PsyD! Joining us will be representatives from St. Mary's PsyD Counseling Program, Augsburg's Clinical PsyD program, and PSY/DPSY alumni pursuing PsyDs.  If you are interested in pursuing graduate school to practice at the doctoral level; come join!  Light snacks will be provided. Please fill out the RSVP form to register! Contact psyadvis@umn.edu for any questions about this event. 

Getting Started with Psychology Research: Info Session Workshop

• Tuesday, November 12, 2024 | 3:45 pm - 5:00 pm CT | N219 Elliott Hall
• Thursday, November 21, 2024 | 1:30 pm - 2:45 pm CT | N219 Elliott Hall
• Wednesday, December 4, 2024 | 12:30 pm - 1:45 pm CT | Zoom
• Cost: Free 
• Location: In-person or Virtual 

Interested in getting started with Psychology Research? Are you in need of finding a research position for Capstone (3901W) enrollment? Sign up for an information session that will focus on sharing resources to get started with research that relates to the Psychology Major. You will learn how Psy 4/5993 research works in the department. You will discover how research can fit into your Psychology Major and/or overall enhance your undergraduate experience. You will leave this session with 2-3 ideas to explore for a research position. Sign up to attend a session! Any questions can be directed to psyadvis@umn.edu. 

Destress Event with PAWS!

• Date: Thursday, November 14, 2024
• Time: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm / PAWS attending from 3:30-4:30 pm
• Cost: Free
• Location: Elliott Hall, Room N219 

Psychology Undergraduate Advising and Graduate Studies are collaborating on a Fall 2024 Destress event featuring PAWS! Registered therapy animals will be in Elliott Hall N219. Come and enjoy some relaxing crafts, eat pizza (while supplies last), and connect with peers and staff in the Psychology Department! The best portrait of the PAWS animal of your choice (judged on a 100% unserious and not empirically backed scorecard) will be featured on our social media. If you are interested in submitting a portrait to be judged, please dm 'umnpsyadvis' on Instagram with your x500 by no later than Monday, November 25th at 11:59 pm. If you are interested in attending, please fill out the RSVP form by Tuesday, November 12, 2024. We look forward to seeing you! 

Psychology Internships: Info Session

• Tuesday, November 19, 2024 | 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm CT | Location: TBD
• Tuesday, December 3, 2024 | 3:00 pm - 4:15 pm CT | Zoom
• Cost: Free 
• Location: In-person or Virtual 

Join this session to learn more about the PSY 3896: Internship in Psychology class, earning credit for your work, and funding opportunities! Please RSVP to sign up for this event (RSVP forthcoming). In this session, you will learn about the PSY 3896: Internship in Psychology class. You will discover how internships can fit into your Psychology Major and/or overall enhance your undergraduate experience. Ideally, you will also leave this session with 2-3 ideas to explore for an Internship in Spring or Summer 2025. Please email psyadvis@umn.edu with questions or to request disability-related accommodations. Join us at any listed times!

Psychology Student Group Announcements

All 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 the Organizations, Clubs, & Committees page on our website.

PISA - Leadership and Member Interest! 

Psychology International Student Association (PISA) is recruiting Officers and Members! It will be an excellent opportunity to meet amazing people (e.g., fellow psychology students, faculty members, university leaders, etc.), build leadership within the Psychology community, and improve your understanding of psychology. We welcome both domestic and international students to apply. Officers who showcase leadership and prove responsibility will also be considered for board members! Current or previous student organization experiences are not required. Apply online! The priority deadline for board members is November 24, 2024 - applications are accepted on a rolling basis. If you have questions, please email Psych Advising at psyadvis@umn.edu or Anna Picini at picin001@umn.edu. Looking forward to seeing you soon!

Career Spotlight

Career Spotlight - Urban Planning

Majoring or minoring in Psychology can pave the way for careers across various industries. This week, we are highlighting a career in Urban Planning. An urban planner primarily focuses on the social, economic, and environmental aspects of urban development. They analyze and evaluate various factors such as population growth, land use, transportation, and community needs to formulate comprehensive plans and policies for the development and management of cities. These plans may concern equitable housing, zoning, transportation access, and other issues affecting current and future land use. Urban planners engage in community engagement, conduct research, and collaborate with stakeholders to create sustainable and inclusive urban environments. Their work involves considering the broader social and policy implications of urban development. Most urban planners have a Master's degree in Urban Planning, Public Affairs, or a related field, but some hold just a Bachelor's degree. Despite this, a Master's degree is usually required to have a breakthrough in the field. To learn more about this career, visit our office for in-person career resources, or set up a meeting with us to discuss your post-grad plans and goals!

Events

Finding Undergraduate Research Opportunities

• Date: Wednesday, October 30, 2024
• Time: 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm CT
• Cost: Free
• Location: Virtual

This workshop will highlight opportunities for undergraduates to gain professional paid experience and learn more about research. Learn about programs at the U of M and Nationwide currently accepting applicants in STEM, Social Sciences & other fields. Register for this workshop on Zoom. 

Mental Health First Aid Certification Training

• Date: Sunday, November 10, 2024
• Time: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm CT
• Cost: Sliding scale between $75 - $170
• Location: Virtual

THRIVE Lifeline is offering the nationally-accredited Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training on November 10, register online. It's a great certification to add to a resume or learn more about mental health. MHFA teaches a 5-step action plan for responding to mental health or substance use challenges within the community, similar to physical First Aid. For questions about this training, contact Ash Parker at ash.parker@thrivelifeline.org.

Courses of Interest

For more detailed information on each of these courses, refer to Schedule Builder.

PSY 5022 The Human Experience of Sensory Loss: Seeking Equitable and Effective Solutions

• When: Thursdays from 3:00 pm – 5:30 pm (150 minutes)
• Location: Elliott Hall, Room N639 
• Instructor(s): Gordon Legge, Peggy Nelson, & Andrew Oxenham

This course focuses on the visual, auditory, and other sensory pathways that convey information about the world to the mind and brain. Millions of people worldwide experience deficits in sensory function that affect their quality of life. We will focus on the characteristics of healthy sensory functioning as well as how sensory disorders can affect personal identity, impede information processing, and alter brain structure and function. The course will address the demographics and risk factors for sensory disabilities, the implications of these disabilities for activities of daily living, the history of society's response to sensory disability, as well as societal, ethical, and personal attitudes toward sensory disabilities. The course will also explore translational and applied approaches for addressing sensory disabilities, incorporating the principles of community-engaged participatory research and open science. Each class session will be co-taught by a pair of instructors, representing multiple scientific and social perspectives. A major goal of the course is to view sensory function and impairment from multiple perspectives cognitive science, neuroscience, medicine, engineering, society, consumers, ethics, and social justice. The course will combine lectures, discussions, and student-led presentations of research papers. The course will include hands-on demonstrations of assistive technology and panel discussions with people with visual and hearing disabilities. During the semester, each student (or pairs of students) will develop a mini-research proposal to address a real-world issue related to sensory impairment. 

Prerequisites: [PSY 3001W AND jr OR sr] OR grad student OR instructor consent

Note: This course does count within the Psychology major or minor program requirements. This course may count to fulfill a distribution A or psychology elective requirement.

Research

To register for PSY 4993 or 5993 credit, view the registration requirements on the Psychology Undergraduate Advising Website.

*Credit* DSCN Research Assistant Openings Spring 2025

The Developmental Social Cognitive Neuroscience Lab is looking for responsible, motivated, and detail-oriented students to volunteer in our lab for credit. Our research focuses on the development of executive function skills including attention, working memory, inhibitory control, cognitive flexibility, and reflection in children. We have several studies looking for help with data management, survey and assessment administration, data analysis, literature reviews, and other tasks. There may be opportunities to assist with EEG data collection. In addition, students can attend weekly lab meetings. Please refer to our application or email DSCN lab manager Ellie Chaouch at chaou013@umn.edu to be considered. 

*Credit* CPSY 4994 Research Opportunity 

Dr. Anita Randolph (“Anita”) is looking forward to recruiting several students as volunteers or for CPSY 4994 credit for the Spring 25’ and Summer 25’ semesters. Volunteers and student researchers will work collaboratively in her lab to make an impact on individuals ages 0-21 in the foster care and adoption system and those who have experienced adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). The volunteer experience includes entering electronic health records (EHRs) from the Adoption Medicine Clinic into a researchable database for the team to investigate how ACEs, such as prenatal substance exposure, abuse, neglect, and frequent transitions in primary caregivers, impact brain development (i.e., cognitive, emotional, and behavioral development). This project will make a real and huge impact in the lives of many families since these efforts will help develop and standardize new diagnostic criteria for children to receive preventative services (i.e., speech therapy, occupational therapy, education accommodations at school, etc.) to help them thrive throughout childhood, adolescence, and into early adulthood. If you are interested, please fill out the Google form. Notice that given the nature of restricted data, constant training and certifications will be required. Before starting in the lab, a resume and CITI training- Good Clinical Practice and Human Research Protections for Biomedical Study Teams is required to add you to EHRs for the Adoption Medicine Clinic.

*Credit* Lab Recruitment for The CARPE DIEM Study

The Culture and Family Life Lab, directed by Dr. Gail Ferguson, is conducting an exciting study in collaboration with the Early Language and Experience Lab and the Child Behavior and Perception Lab. The CARPE DIEM Study is an antiracist parenting intervention study for White parents of young children. We are seeking new research assistants (RAs) who identify as White to help conduct family visits with families who come to our lab on weekday afternoons/evenings (3:30-7:30) and weekends (Saturdays/Sundays) during the fall and spring semesters. (Students interested in adding credits now, will be able to complete their hours over winter break. Talk with the lab to learn more about this unique opportunity!) RAs will register for 3-4 credits of CPSY 4994 (a total of 135 or 180 hours a given term). To apply, please complete the online RA application and direct any questions to cfl-lab@umn.edu. Apply now for priority consideration!

TRIO McNair Scholars - Applications Due November 4th

The TRIO McNair Scholars Program is more than a research program. Scholars have the opportunity to develop their research and leadership skills while simultaneously preparing for graduate school and building a community with their peers. We are now accepting applicants for the 2025 McNair Scholars cohort! If you are eligible and are interested in learning more about the program, please fill out the form to express your interest and we will reach out. Learn more about what the McNair program is and why you should apply.

Call For Undergraduate Research Papers!

Have you completed a research paper in a psychology-related field (i.e. psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience, linguistics)? Are you looking for a platform to publish your work? If so, The Undergraduate Research Journal of Psychology at UCLA (URJP) wants you to submit your papers for their annual publication, expected to be released in Spring 2025. URJP is an organization dedicated to informing the community of psychological findings through research run by undergraduates from all over the world. Last year, they received submissions from both local and international universities. URJP is one of the few established psychology journals that publishes undergraduate psychological research. Submitted papers must be original work completed by undergraduates (Includes senior honors theses, independent research, reviews, theoretical papers, and other scholarly writing)and have never before been published. The deadline to submit papers is Friday, November 29, 2024, at 11:59 P.M. PST. Multiple submissions from one author are welcome. More information regarding submission criteria and the types of articles accepted can be found on their website. To view prior publications, please visit the website! If you have any questions or concerns, please contact psychjournal.ucla@gmail.com.

Learning Abroad

For additional information about learning abroad opportunities, refer to the Learning Abroad Center’s website.

Learning Abroad in France Info Session 

• Date: Friday, November 8, 2024 
• Time: 1:30 - 2:30 pm CT
• Cost: Free
• Location: Campbell Hall, Room 140

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• Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
• Time: 1:00 - 2:00 pm CT
• Cost: Free
• Location: Virtual 

Earn major credit while you spend a semester in the Mediterranean! Hear about a learning abroad program in sunny Montpellier, France, with PSY major classes - and you could also complete all but one class for a Dev Psych minor! Major classes are taught in English; no French experience is required. Please RSVP online. Questions about this event or program details may be directed to cpsyadvis@umn.edu.

Mental Health & Well-being in Spain Study Abroad Info Session

• Date: Wednesday, December 4, 2024
• Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CT
• Cost: Free
• Location: Elliott Hall N227 or Virtual

Interested in studying abroad? You can explore mental health, well-being, and helping professions in a global context while living in Toledo, Spain this May with the Mental Health & Well-being in Spain program led by Seth Christman Ph.D., L.P. While in Spain, you will participate in activities and excursions that will introduce you to issues, concepts, challenges/strengths, and interventions related to mental health and health care. This program will help you deepen your understanding and abilities to apply cross-cultural competencies in mental health research, practice, and advocacy. Plus you will have the opportunity to work with experts in psychology and related fields to identify mental health trends, current issues, and care systems from Spain and the United States. Limited space is available on this program, so apply soon! The priority application deadline for this program is February 1st and the final application deadline is March 1st. Students interested in the program can join the LAC and Professor Christman for an information session. For more information about the program, planning for study abroad, financial aid resources, and scholarship information, please reach out to Anna DeWitt (dewit122@umn.edu). 

New Learning Abroad Center Scholarship

The Learning Abroad Center has a new scholarship for first-generation college students. This award for first-generation undergraduate students covers airfare and $1,000 toward the cost of a student's program. The award is an early planning award, so recipients can use the award for a program offered any term starting the fall semester after they receive the award. Applications are now live and due February 12, 2025. Learn more about the award on the Learning Abroad Center website. 

Graduate School

Find Diversity Weekend programs - includes Fall, Spring, and Summer programs. Updated frequently. 

PhD in Developmental Psychology Info Session

• Date: Wednesday, October 30, 2024 
• Time: 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm CT
• Cost: Free
• Location: Virtual

Join Director of Student Services Bre Krzyzanowski and Director of Graduate Studies Dr. Melissa Koenig for a virtual information session for the PhD in developmental psychology at the University of Minnesota Institute of Child Development (ICD)! The information session will provide an overview of our PhD program and the two tracks: Developmental Science and Developmental Psychopathology & Clinical Science. The session will feature a brief presentation on the admissions process and provide an opportunity for prospective applicants to ask specific questions about admissions and graduate studies at ICD. Register for this info session online. Contact ICDapply@umn.edu for any questions about this event.

This Is Public Health Graduate School Fair

• Date: Wednesday, October 30, 2024
• Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
• Cost: Free
• Location: University of Minnesota Huntington Bank Stadium (Indoor Club Room)

This fair is a vital event for anyone considering a career in public health—a field dedicated to protecting communities and enhancing well-being on a global scale. Attendees will have a unique opportunity to explore graduate education options in public health and connect with institutions from across the nation. Register for this event online. 

MSW and YDL Info Session for Undergrads!

• Date: Monday, November 4, 2024 
• Time: 10:30 am - 11:30 am
• Cost: Free
• Location: Peters Hall 5 or Zoom (RSVP to get the link)

What does grad school look like in our Master of Social Work (MSW) and Youth Development Leadership (YDL) programs? What are the admissions requirements and deadlines? What career pathways exist? What do social workers and youth workers do? Join the Directors of our programs to learn more and get your questions answered! RSVP through the Google Form. Coffee, tea, and snacks will be provided!

Clinical Psychology Graduate Program Info Session - University of Tulsa

• Date: Wednesday, November 6, 2024 
• Time: 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm CT
• Cost: Free
• Location: Virtual

Join us for an online info session about the University of Tulsa’s clinical psychology graduate programs (Master's and PhD). Learn about our APA-accredited curriculum, research, and how our programs can help shape your future in psychology. Faculty members will be available to answer your questions and provide insights into admissions, funding, and career prospects. Don't miss this chance to explore the University of Tulsa Graduate School! We are offering participants an application fee waiver. Applications are due on December 1st. Register for this info session online. 

School of Public Health Graduate Student Panel

• Date: Thursday, November 7, 2024 
• Time: 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm CT
• Cost: Free
• Location: Virtual

This is a fantastic opportunity for undergraduate students to gain valuable insights into various SPH programs and connect with graduate students who share similar interests. We especially encourage you to share this invitation with your advisees, particularly those from underrepresented identities who are considering advanced education in public health. Register for the event online. Questions may be directed to the SPH Student Senate at SPHSS@umn.edu.

Information Session for Masters Program in Duluth

• Date: Friday, November 8, 2024 
• Time: 6:00 pm CT
• Cost: Free
• Location: In-person or Virtual

The Master of Arts in Psychological Science (MAPS) program at the University of Minnesota Duluth is hosting an Information Session for prospective students on Friday afternoon November 8th. Located in beautiful Duluth, Minnesota, students are trained in 1 of 3 tracks with those being Industrial-Organizational, Experimental psychology, or clinical counseling, and prepared for doctoral programs, research careers, and/or employment organizational, educational, clinical, and counseling settings. Whether you are just getting started or preparing your application, come in person or attend online to learn what MAPS has to offer. Visit the link to sign up. Questions about the information session may be directed to Dr. Catherine Reich, Director of Graduate Studies, at cmreich@d.umn.edu or mapsumd@d.umn.edu. 

Rawls Lab at the University of North Carolina Wilmington Accepting Applications

The Rawls Lab, at the University of North Carolina Wilmington on a sunny beach in North Carolina, is accepting a master's student (neuroscience MS) next year! We use EEG to study how the human brain enables us to control our actions, and how these mechanisms can go wrong and contribute to mental health disorders. Our application deadline is in December, so if you are graduating and want to get a master's degree, please apply online. We pay a full-time (20 hours/week) salary of ~$20,000 in a relatively low COL area, plus tuition and benefits. Questions about the program can be directed to Eric Rawls at rawlse@uncw.edu.

Resources

Voting Information

If you are already registered (Not sure? Check your status online), you can vote early. To find early voting locations in Minneapolis, or elsewhere, visit the Minnesota.Gov website. Otherwise, you can vote on election day, Tuesday, November 5th. If you are not yet registered, you can go to your local polling place on election day, Tuesday, Nov. 5, and register there when you vote. Just bring a driver's license or student ID (best to bring both if you have them), or a friend who is already registered to vote at your same polling place. (To find your local polling place, visit the Minnesota.Gov website - same link as above).

Living & Working in the Netherlands

• Date: Wednesday, October 30, 2024 
• Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm CT
• Cost: Free
• Location: Virtual

Join us for an inspiring session with The Netherlands Point of Entry and a UMN alum, Tim Zhang, who is currently working at bol.com. This session will provide information about visa pathways and career options in the Netherlands. This session is open to all students, of all academic levels, and recent alumni. This session is organized by UMN Career Services. Please use your college/university email to register. Email Jane at sitt0036@umn.edu with any questions about this event.

Jobs/Internship Opportunities

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Available Volunteer & Internship Positions at Tubman 

Volunteering with Tubman is a unique and rewarding experience. There are many opportunities within various service areas, and most positions can work as internships for schools, depending on requirements. For questions, or to inquire about volunteer and internship opportunities, please email volunteer@tubman.org or call (612) 767-6680. Information about position openings and application details can be found in the intern and volunteer area of their website.

Part-Time PCA/Nanny 

We have an awesome 13-year-old girl who has Cerebral Palsy. The right candidate will pick her up from school and engage with her in her typical 13-year-old fun. Music, reading, homework, games, and some appointments. You do not need any special experience or outside training to work with our daughter. This is perfect for a person looking for experience in the care/health field. Our daughter is not medically fragile but needs full assistance with daily care. She has an engaging and outgoing personality and is always up for fun! We are looking to build our village of caretakers. Weekends and additional hours are available. Typical hours include Mondays and Tuesdays from 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Please let Sarah Lindbo at 218-340-7276 know if you are interested. This opportunity is located in Coon Rapids. 

Rawls Lab at University of North Carolina Wilmington Hiring for Research Assistants 

The Rawls lab, at the University of North Carolina Wilmington, is hiring for lab assistants or managers! Positions will be part-time 20-30 hours/week at ~$16/hour which is the median for the area. This position is funded for a minimum of 2 years with potential for extension based on funding. If you want to get research experience and work in a dynamic human neuroscience lab using EEG to study the brain basis of cognition and mental health, and if you want to relocate to the sunny NC beach, this is a great opportunity! Please reach out to rawlse@uncw.edu if you have any questions or would like more information.