Psych Scoop, 4/23/24
April 23, 2024 |
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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. 2024-2025 Psychology Undergraduate TA PositionsEach fall and spring, the Department of Psychology selects from a pool of highly qualified undergraduate applicants for paid undergraduate teaching assistant (TA) and section leader (SL) appointments. Serving as a TA or SL is a fantastic professional development opportunity to add to a resume, and it can also provide you with an integrated department experience to highlight on an application to graduate school. Our teaching assistants and section leaders work on average 5-10 hours per week per appointment and will be paid $16.50/hr in the 2024-2025 academic year. More information on eligibility, the application process, and typical duties can be found on the 2024-2025 Undergraduate TA Application Form. If you have questions, please contact Christina Wiencke at choldvog@umn.edu (Associate Director of Curriculum & Instruction) or Heidi Wolff at hwolff@umn.edu (Curriculum and Graduate Services Specialist). 2. Reminder: Psi Chi Honors Cords Pick UpAre you a graduating Psi Chi member this Spring 2024/Summer 2024 semester? If yes, please arrange to pick up your Psi Chi Honor cord from Mary Simonsen. Email Mary at msimonse@umn.edu to arrange a time to pick it up. 3. Seniors! Last Call to RSVP!Friday, April 26, 2024, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm CST Psychology majors who have applied for Spring and Summer 2024 graduation should have received an email invitation to the 2024 Psychology Senior Spectacular. This annual 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 26, 2024, from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm. RSVPs are due by Wednesday, April 24th at 12:00 pm (noon). Questions about this event may be sent directly to psyadvis@umn.edu. 4. Capstone Poster SessionMonday, April 29, 2024, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm CST Psychology Undergraduates completing their Capstone in Psychology this Spring 2024 will be participating in the Capstone in Psychology Poster Session! Posters will change every 20 minutes. Psychology faculty, staff, and students are all encouraged to attend! This is a great opportunity for Summer or Fall 2024 Psychology Capstone students to see current project examples! 5. Getting Started With Psychology Research WorkshopTuesday, April 30, 2024, 12:30 pm - 1:45 pm CST Are you a student interested in joining a research lab? Are you a declared Psychology BS major and want to get ahead in finding research opportunities? This workshop is for you! Start your journey of finding research sooner rather than later! RSVP for the workshop here! If you have questions about this event, please contact psyadvis@umn.edu. |
Psychology Student Group Announcements6. ABPS Presents Psych'd for the FutureTuesday, April 23, 2024, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm CST Psyched for the Future is a panel event that will include local black psychologists. They will come and discuss their experiences, hardships, and achievements within the psych field while giving students advice for their future careers. Please RSVP for the event if you are interested in attending! |
Events7. CLA's Graduation Media DayWednesday, April 24, 2024, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm CST Calling all CLA 2024 Graduates, bring your cap and gown and join us on Northrop Plaza, Wednesday, April 24 from 3 to 5 p.m. to take part in our Graduation Media Day! You'll nab a free professional photo, CLA swag, and pose with Goldy -- all in the company of your fellow CLA graduates. Plus, you'll be a part of a special video that will be shown at the undergraduate Commencement and online, celebrating our CLA graduates. RSVP here. 8. Long Night Against Procrastination: Get Ready for FinalsWednesday, April 24, 2024, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm CST Get ready for finals and the end of the semester! Bring your homework and get stuff done with structured work time and study breaks. Join us at Wilson Library (West Bank) for the Long Night Against Procrastination on Wednesday, April 24, 6:30-9:30 p.m. We will have fun study breaks with snacks and activities, music, crafts, and more. Don’t miss the pizza! M Food Co will be providing coffee and treats to get things started. Take an “art” break with the Weisman Art Museum and the WAM Student Collective. The University Book Club will be hosting a get ready for summer reading “bring a book, take a book” swap – so bring any books you are ready to pass on. Drop by anytime during the event. No registration is necessary. All are welcome. Bring your friends and get stuff done! 9. Pre-Health Enrichment SessionTuesday, April 30, 2024, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm CST The Pre-Health Student Resource Center invites you to join us on Tuesday, April 30 for a Pre-Health Enrichment Session for advisors, career staff, faculty, and other student services staff who work with pre-health students on campus. This session will include a panel discussion with admissions representatives from some of our U of M Health Science schools and colleges on the topic of Letters of Recommendation for Health Programs, followed by a behind-the-scenes tour of the College of Pharmacy! Lunch will be included for people attending the panel conversation portion of the event. Please rsvp for this event if you are interested in attending! Questions? Contact Fred Williams at will1053@umn.edu. 10. Marcy Holmes Neighborhood Study HallMay 1st - May 3rd, 2024, 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm CST Studying hard for finals? Looking for a comfortable, quiet space? How about snacks and a dog or two to pet? On May 1-3 from noon to 10 p.m., swing by for all of the above! We are a church, but this is NOT a religious event; it's our way of offering support to students. We are open and affirming of all in the LGBTQIA+ community. Study hard, and best of luck with your finals! Questions can be directed to Chris Bohnhoff at cbohnhoff@firstchurchmn.org. |
Resources11. Share Your Internship StoryCompleting an internship is a great accomplishment and exemplifies the core career competency of Career Management. Other students in CLA can benefit from hearing about your internship success story! If you are interested in sharing your internship experience, please fill out this form! 12. National Student Exchange - Availability for Fall 2024 and Spring 2025National Student Exchange (NSE) is a consortium of U.S. and Canadian colleges and universities, including the University of Minnesota. Students who attend a school within the NSE consortium can go on exchange to any other member school. That means students can go on exchange for a semester, summer, or year to schools all over the United States (including Hawaii and Puerto Rico), as well as Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Canada! NSE provides academic opportunities and adventure. Imagine the academic choices students have when they can access courses from 190 schools! Think of the adventure, the diversity students can find among classmates and professors in new regions and the cultural and geographical differences they can explore. NSE offers a unique chance to enhance and expand their personal and academic horizons. Questions about NSE can be directed to David Holliday at holli107@umn.edu. 13. Take the Undergrad SERU SurveyTell us about your experience at the U of M and help create a better campus for all students. The survey will remain open until June; you can always return to the survey where you left off to complete it at a later time. Take the 2024 SERU Survey to get discounts and a chance to win prizes. See the SERU survey results and learn about how various units/programs, colleges, and administrators are using results for change. |
Scholarships & Awards14. International Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (IUROP) ScholarshipThe International Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (I-UROP) Scholarship is designed to promote learning abroad opportunities to undergraduate students by providing critical funding to students enrolled in select credit-bearing learning abroad programs involving a research project. The deadline for Fall 2024 or the academic year 2024-2025 is May 1, 2024. Visit our website for more information and application instructions. The I-UROP program is managed by the Learning Abroad Center. Any questions about this program should be directed to Jessica Hartnett at hart0581@umn.edu in the Learning Abroad Center. |
Graduate School15. Social Work Grad School Virtual FairThursday, April 25, 2024, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm CST Interested in a Master's in Social Work? Get answers to your questions about graduate school by attending this virtual fair featuring social work graduate schools and programs! Explore social work programs nationwide, save time, and meet admissions reps, faculty, and current grad students in live online chat sessions, and connect with multiple graduate schools at once! Register here! 16. Columbia Occupational Therapy Summer Info SessionsMonday, May 6, 2024, 7:00 pm CST The Columbia University Programs in Occupational Therapy offer an entry-level Masters Program as well as an accelerated MS/OTD program for our students and a part-time online Post-Professional OTD program for working occupational therapists. Students who are interested in learning more about our entry-level program can attend one of our virtual information sessions or sign up to sit in on an in-person class on campus in New York City. Weekly office hours with an admissions officer are also available. Questions about this informational session can be directed to otadmissions@cumc.columbia.edu. |
ResearchTo register for PSY 4993 or 5993 credit, please view the registration requirements on the Psychology Undergraduate Advising Website. 17. *Credit or Volunteer* Research Experience Opportunity - VA Medical CenterDr. Nicholas Davenport is looking for volunteer research assistants for the Summer and Fall of 2024 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. 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 Helena Skadberg at skadb011@umn.edu. 18. *Credit or Volunteer* Research Opportunity - Mastodon PCR3 LabThis summer ICD's Mastodon/PCR3 Lab will be working on the preparation of a systematic review paper entitled: The effects of prevention and intervention on trauma, acculturation, and psychological stress in immigrant/refugee children and adolescents: A global approach. The aims are to identify, as well as investigate the effectiveness of prevention and intervention programs on mental health and physiological stress markers in the context of trauma, culture, and acculturation among immigrant/refugee children and youth. Responsibilities include: 1) Screen studies: Assist in screening the titles and abstracts of articles identified through the literature search to determine their relevance to the research question and inclusion criteria. 2) Full-text screening: Assist with extracting relevant data from included studies, such as study characteristics, participant demographics, intervention details, outcome measures, and effect sizes. 3) Quality Assessment: Assist in assessing the quality of included studies using appropriate tools or checklists, such as the Cochrane Risk of Bias tool. 4) Data synthesis: Assist in synthesizing the findings of included studies through narrative synthesis or quantitative methods. We will be offering 2-3 4994 credits for the summer if interested. Bilingual in Spanish/English is strongly encouraged. Please send a CV/Resume and a short description of yourself to Jasmine Banegas at baneg029@umn.edu. 19. *Volunteer* Relationships, Emotion Regulation, and Eating LabThanks for your interest! Dr. Jeffry Simpson from the Department of Psychology's Social Interactions Lab is looking for undergraduate RAs for the Summer 2024 semester. We are looking at couples and how they influence each other’s emotions and eating. If you’re interested in applying to be an RA in this project, please fill out the Qualtrics form provided. You can also email Mo at nakam036@umn.edu. 20. *Credit or Volunteer* Apply to the Child Brain and Perception Lab!The CBP Lab, run by Dr. Charisse Pickron, is seeking research assistants for Summer 2024 and beyond. No prior experience is necessary! Our research focuses on further understanding how experiences with our social world shape our perception, representation, and responses to people, places, and objects in our environment. The lab is interested in better understanding how infants, young children, and adults learn about the ways different people are grouped, what these groups mean to us, and the potential consequences of forming different social groups. We use behavioral, eye tracking, and electrophysiological measures to investigate questions such as: How do individuals begin to learn of social constructs such as race and gender? What experiences shape the presence and reduction of social biases? If you are interested in joining the CBP Lab’s research team, please complete this initial interest form and someone will follow up with you for a possible interview. We encourage underrepresented students to apply. Questions about this position can be directed to Emmy Higgs Matzner at higgs046@umn.edu. 21. *Credit or Volunteer* RA Position Studying Substance Use in VeteransDr. Britt Stevenson in Addiction Recovery Services at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System is looking for student RAs for September 2024 through August 2025. Dr. Stevenson anticipates launching a study to examine the daily life experiences that contribute to substance use in Veterans using ecological momentary assessments (EMA) to measure these factors via real-time surveys. The study also involves providing Veterans with individualized graphs of their responses and clinical feedback. Prospective candidates with clinical experience are highly encouraged to apply. RAs are integral in setting up surveys, tracking participant data, completing regulatory paperwork, coordinating directly with Veteran participants, conducting interviews with participants, analyzing data, interpreting individualized graphs, and helping Dr. Stevenson to finetune the study design based on participant feedback. Dr. Stevenson will provide mentorship and career development guidance. Students can earn 3 credits for PSY 4993 (which corresponds to 9 hours/week) per semester or volunteer. The position is both remote and on-site.VA hires only US Citizens, but those from historically underrepresented groups in science are strongly encouraged to apply. To learn more about this position and to be considered for an interview, please send your CV/resume, unofficial transcript, and a short email introduction to Maria Sciortino, MA at Maria.Sciortino@va.gov no later than April 26, 2024. Interviews will be between April 29th - May 3rd. 22. The Bio-LEAP Research Opportunity for UMTC College of Liberal Arts (CLA) Transfer StudentsThe Bio-LEAP (Biomedical Life Science Enrichment for Academic Progress) program is part of a larger University of Minnesota initiative called the Life Sciences Summer Undergraduate Research Program (LSSURP). This program offers high-quality, mentored independent research experiences for undergraduate students from across the US and Puerto Rico who are contemplating future careers in biomedical research, and who are considering pursuing advanced degrees such as Ph.D., M.D., D.D.S., combined degrees such as M.D./Ph.D., etc. Students admitted to LSSURP-affiliated programs are matched with UMN faculty mentors who supervise them as they pursue a full-time 10-week duration research project in their lab. In addition to gaining invaluable research experience conducting cutting-edge research projects, participants are exposed to a combination of optional and mandatory training/enrichment/social events designed to help them build confidence, network with members of the UMN research community, and gain valuable experience that will help them prepare to pursue their medium and long-term educational and professional objectives. Eligibility includes being a transfer student to CLA - fall 2023, spring 2024 or admitted fall 2024, having completed Chem 1061 & Chem 1065 or transfer course equivalent, being a US Citizen or Permanent Resident, and a student from an underrepresented population in bio-medical research as defined by the National Institutes of Health. Interested students should submit an application by the priority deadline of Friday, April 26th. Candidates who submit a completed application will be contacted to arrange an on-campus or Zoom interview. |
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. Office AssistantThe Office Assistant is responsible for the smooth and efficient operation of a forensic psychology practice. This is an ideal job for a student interested in learning more about the field! Duties include scheduling, scoring tests, managing records and records requests, and helping to organize online and live continuing education events. Some flexibility with hours. Efficiency and good computer skills are important. Applicant should be detail-oriented, with the ability to multi-task, organize, and prioritize work. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is preferred. Experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR) or law is preferred. This position is part-time (20 hours per week); there is some flexibility with the schedule. If you are interested in the position, please email your resume to office@acumenpsychology.com. 24. Bell Museum Student Admin AssistantThe Bell Museum is hiring a Student Admin Assistant. The Bell Museum is looking to hire a student to directly support human resources and volunteer services programming. While this is primarily an administrative role, this position would be best for a curious communicator with a passion for building connections and relationships with diverse groups of volunteers and emerging professionals. We are looking for individuals to join our team who are inspired by our mission to ignite curiosity and wonder, explore our connections to nature and the universe, and create a better future for our evolving world. We believe that difference is a strength and are looking for candidates that reflect and respect diversity. We encourage you to apply for the position even if you do not believe you meet every qualification. To learn more and apply, please visit the U of M Job Website. Questions about the position can be directed to Kate Sigurdson at ksigurds@umn.edu. 25. Support StaffLooking for someone who is kind and caring to work with Annie, a young woman with physical and mental disabilities in a private home setting. Payroll and background study will be completed through LifeWorks Services Inc. Typical shifts include helping Annie with personal care, ensuring safety, accessing the community, and participating in fun activities! Start at $20/hour but can pay MORE depending on experience! Shifts are typically 9-3 and 3-9 but can vary depending on your schedule! We work with school schedules/availability. Interested in learning more? Please call Andrea at (651)-274-3574 or email at admckee@comcast.net. 26. Research Assistant Job Opportunity - University of California, DavisDr. Cameron Carter's Translational Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience (TCAN) laboratory at the University of California, Davis in Sacramento invites qualified candidates to apply for positions as junior specialists for several newly funded and ongoing grants awarded to Dr. Cameron Carter. The junior specialist position is fantastic for those interested in more research exposure. Please complete the application here. Applications can only be accepted via the UC Davis Recruit website. Positions have a one-year appointment with an additional year based on performance, and we strongly consider applicants who can consider a two-year commitment. For any additional questions about the positions, please contact Molly Bainbridge at mebainbridge@ucdavis.edu. 27. Research Professional 2The Center for Neurobehavior Development (CNBD) at the Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain is looking to hire a Research Professional. In this position, the Research Professional will assist with research by providing data acquisition and technology support and expertise. The successful candidate will be comfortable learning new technologies and will work with the team of technicians in the CNBD to acquire data for MIDB research projects. Apply here. Questions may be directed to cnbd@umn.edu. |
