Dec 22, 2011

NYC Health Educator position


Health Educator: Young Men’s Clinic, Center for Community Health & Education, New York City, NY

New York-Presbyterian Hospital’s Center for Community Health & Education in partnership with the Mailman School of Public Health, Columbia University In New York City has the following position available for its Young Men’s Clinic / Family Planning Practice

Responsibilities:
Will implement a health education program primarily to young males (13-35 years old) in a busy community clinic setting located in Northern Manhattan. Focus of the program is to increase male involvement in general and reproductive health. Position includes community outreach and educational activities.

Minimum qualifications:
A Bachelor’s Degree (BA or BS), with at least 2-3 years of experience working in community health; excellent communication and presentation skills and bilingual (English/Spanish) is required.

Salaries for this position is commensurate with level and years of experience.

How to Apply:
Interested applicants should send their resume with cover letter, indicating position of interest to: Pamela Haller, MDiv, MPH, Program Manager, Health Education and Outreach, Center for Community Health & Education, 60 Haven Avenue, Floor B-3, New York, NY 10032. Email to: hallerp@nyp.org. No phone calls, please. Minorities are encouraged to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Biomedical Sciences Careers Symposium- March 31, 2012

Biomedical Science Careers Symposium (BSC), Boston, MA
March 31, 2012

Conference Overview:
This is a wonderful opportunity for African American, Latino, and other minority students interested in the biomedical sciences. It ranges from middle school to post-doc and provides great mentorship at all stages. This effort is lead by Joan Reede, Dean for Diversity and Community Partnership at Harvard Medical School. In 2010, there were nearly 1,000 minority students with Dr. Robert Satcher (MD, PhD and NASA astronaut) and Dr. Francis Collins, MD, PhD (NICHD Director), as guest speakers.

Who should attend? This conference is designed for postdoctoral fellows; medical, dental and graduate students; college and community college students; post-baccalaureates; and high school seniors and juniors.

Conference Objectives:There are two objectives of the Biomedical Science Careers Student Conference. The primary objective is to provide over 800 African-American, Hispanic/Latino and American Indian/Alaska Native students with an opportunity to network with advisors/role models from the basic and clinical sciences, medicine, public health, academic administration and the private sector. 

The second objective is to enable student participants to meet, inspire and network with one another. Student participants should be seriously interested in or currently studying in biomedical, biotechnology and science-related fields, such as medicine, chemistry, physics, biology, nursing, dentistry, pharmacy, biomedical engineering, biotechnology, physical therapy, public health, allied health or environmental science.

To request an application please e-mail LISE_KAYE@HMS.HARVARD.EDU

For more information about BSC, please visit the following website: http://www.bscp.org/EventsDisplay.asp?ID=278

Ever thought about Sport & Exercise Psychology? Here's a first look!

Sport and Exercise Psychology
Are you interested in a career involving sport and exercise? Are you fascinated by the science of psychology? Do you enjoy helping people reach their peak potential? Then consider a career in Sport Psychology

What is Sport & Exercise Psychology?
Sport and Exercise Psychology is the scientific study of the psychological factors that are associated
with participation and performance in sport, exercise, and other types of physical activity.

What do a Sport and Exercise Psychologists do?
Psychological skills training (Relaxation, Imagery…)
Enhancing self-confidence for others
Poise and emotion management training for athletes
Eating disorders and weight management interventions
Racial and ethnic diversity in sport settings
Overtraining and burnout counseling
Aggression and violence counseling in sports
Athletic injury and rehabilitation
Coaching, parental, and familial needs involved in youth sports participation

What are the benefits of a career in Sport and Exercise Psychology?
Helping future athletes break untouchable world records
Helping to develop a better understanding of racial, ethnic, and cultural issues in sport and exercise settings
Contributing to the growing research in the fields of psychology and exercise science
Assisting a child to develop a passion for sport, exercise, and physical activity
Helping an injured athlete through the recovery process

Some Resources to Check Out:
American Psychological Association – Division 47 (Exercise and Sport Psychology) www.apa47.org
Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) www.appliedsportpsych.org
International Society of Sport Psychology (ISSP) www.issponline.org
The Directory of Graduate Programs in Applied Sport Psychology www.appliedsportpsych.org/pubs

For more information, contact Julie Vieselmeyer at julie.vieselmeyer@du.edu

Dec 21, 2011

Looking for an advanced degree that will change lives? Consider Vanderbilt University's Peabody College!


Vanderbilt University's Peabody College offers a master's degree in Community Development and Action (CDA) and a Ph.D. in Community Research and Action (CRA).  Both degrees provide students for a career in helping communities to thrive. The programs focus on issues such as affordable housing, homelessness, health disparities, social action among Black churches, violence prevention, community organizing, African American families, and early childhood education.

For more information go to: http://peabody.vanderbilt.edu/

Pursue a Doctoral degree through the University of Michigan School of Information!


The School of Information at the University of Michigan offers a unique combination of social and technical approaches to understand fundamental phenomena of the digital age. PhD. students examine issues such as: How can online communities be designed to motivate broader civic engagement? How can social network data be used to improve the accuracy and speed of search engines? How can scientists integrate independent datasets to better understand large-scale phenomena like climate change? And how can the flow of vital information between practitioners and patients within health care systems be facilitated?

For more information on Ph.D. programs offered through the University of Michigan's School of Information go to: http://si.umich.edu/academics/phd-information

Help children with special needs. Apply to be a Round Lake Camp Counselor!


The NJY Camps System is seeking counselors for their special needs camp in Lake Como, PA. Round Lake Camp provides opportunities for children with social, emotional and learning challenges. For more information go to: http://roundlakecamp.org/

Dec 14, 2011


Position:
School of Social Work and Child & Adolescent Services Research Center (CASRC)
Research Assistant
University of Southern California
Full-time
Salary range:  $15-$18 per hour
Full benefits available.
Projected start date is January 2012.

Research Description:
The CASRC lab investigates what it takes to effectively implement clinical practices in community-based settings. The lab's focus is on organization and policy factors that affect whether clinical interventions are used effectively with clients and patients. Studies aim to identify and support the organizational factors that improve evidence-based practice implementation, including organizational culture, organizational climate, and leadership. The research also focuses on adaptation of evidence-based practice for health, mental health, and social service settings. Data is collected from mental health and social service agencies in agencies throughout California. Study participants include administrators, supervisors, service providers, and their clients.

Responsibilities:
Coordinate research participant retention and tracking
Prepare and administer survey instruments
Manage longitudinal data using SPSS and web-based data collection programs
Conduct data coding and analysis
Assist with preparing reports and presentations
Other duties to be assigned

Qualifications:
Completion of college level coursework in social work, psychology, psychiatry, or a related field or equivalent knowledge or experience
Knowledge of public sector mental health and social service organizations
Demonstrated experience managing survey data and performing basic descriptive analyses using SPSS or SAS software.

To apply:
Interested applicants should send their resume and cover letter to nshapiro@ucsd.edu and apply using the following link:


Looking for an interesting elective course for Spring 2012? Check out the Science Behind Computing!

CMSC 1981 Science Behind Computing: What makes web search, navigation systems, and social media work?

CMSC 1981
Spring 2012
MWF 10-10:50 am
Samir Khuller

Ever wonder how Google does such a remarkable job as a search engine? How Mapquest provides directions? How an iPOD stores so much information? How companies mine data and learn about you? How computational advertising works? How people send an SMS over a noisy wireless medium?

This course will take a peek inside some of the underlying algorithmic principles involved in developing the fascintaing science behind computing. Students will also learn about modern hardware and software, as well as basics about communication over the internet and basic programming skills.

For more information about this course go to: http://www.cs.umd.edu/class/spring2012/cmsc198i



Dec 13, 2011

Your future might include a BSOS Scholarship. Apply today!


The College of Behavioral and Social Sciences offers several student scholarships. Each scholarship has individual eligibility criteria. Scholarship awards are granted one time for the Fall 2012 semester.

BSOS SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Scholarship information and an online application are currently available. The college currently offers the following scholarship awards (click each for more information and to apply):
Irv & Micki Goldstein Scholarship Award
Jean & Robert Steele Scholarship Award
Katherine Pedro & Robert S. Beardsley Scholarship Award
Murray E. Polakoff Scholarship Award
Future Alumni Scholarship Award


BSOS SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE:
Friday, January 25, 2012 by 5:00 p.m.

BSOS SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Please visit the webpage http://www.bsos.umd.edu/for-students/scholarships.aspx for additional information and submission instructions.

For materials that cannot be submitted in your online application, please send or deliver remaining items to:

Attn: Blessing Okoroafor
College of Behavioral & Social Sciences
University of Maryland
2141 Tydings Hall
College Park, MD 20742

Questions regarding the scholarships or the application process can be e-mailed to: bsosscholarships@gmail.com. Please include "scholarships" in the subject line when e-mailing.

Dec 12, 2011

Help heal racism. Become a Search for Common Ground intern!



SFCG on Race Intern (54263)
Search for Common Ground - Washington DC
Position Type: Internship (Fall or Spring Part-Time)

Description:
SFCG on Race is seeking an intern to support the work of developing projects within the program. SFCG on Race, or “The One America Project,” is a new initiative designed to inspire racial healing and reconciliation throughout the USA. The long term goal of SFCG on Race is to heal racism in the United States at the interpersonal, cultural, and institutional levels. SFCG will do this by taking a common ground approach to heal the impact of racism in our society in ways such as providing training to leaders, organizing gatherings, catalyzing constructive dialogues, highlighting existing efforts, and developing creative, new programming.
 
Desired Major(s):
Behavioral and Social Sciences/African American Studies, Behavioral and Social Sciences/Anthropology, Behavioral and Social Sciences/Government and Politics, Behavioral and Social Sciences/Psychology, Behavioral and Social Sciences/Sociology, Education/Policy and Leadership (GRAD), Journalism, Public Policy (GRAD)

To read more about the position above, log on to your Careers4Terps account (http://www.careercenter.umd.edu/) and paste the ID number (listed beside the position title) in the “Search” box.




Great Summer Internship Opportunity for students interested in Industrial/Organizational Psychology!

Summer 2012 Student Internship Program (Office of Chief Administrative Officer)
Office of Administration
Duty Locations: Few vacancy(s) - Washington DC Metro Area, District of Columbia
Salary: .00 to .00 / Per Year
Series and Grade: ZZ-0099-00
Open Period: Tuesday, December 06, 2011 to Monday, February 06, 2012
Position Information: Internships - Part-Time
Who May Be Considered: United States Citizens

Anticipated begin date of Monday, May 21, 2012 and end date of Friday, August 17, 2012.
The intern positions are for a period of 89 days and interns are expected to work at least 15-20 hours per week. Interns may be asked to work 40 hrs. per week

Human Resources Management Division :
Assist in providing recruitment, placement, and position management and classification support services, under the general direction of a senior Human Resources (HR) Specialist, to assigned components of the Executive Office of the President (EOP) covered by diverse authorizations, laws, rules and regulations. Interns will respond to inquiries about procedures for filing applications, the status of recruitment announcements, and the hiring process; arrange drug screening for selected applicants; and provide general administrative support to include responding to correspondence, preparing staffing reports, maintaining personnel files, and coordinating and maintaining a position description library.

For more information go to:
http://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/304598200

Dec 9, 2011

Spend your summer doing valuable research with MSS!



The Maryland Summer Scholars Program (MSS) provides an exciting opportunity for undergraduate students to spend the summer working closely with faculty mentors on ambitious research or artistic projects.

Description:
Maryland Summer Scholars research may take place in College Park, anywhere else in the US or abroad as required by the nature of the project. For the summer of 2012, the program will provide awards of $3,000 to approximately 30 outstanding, competitively selected applicants. [Please note: if a student's proposed research requires travel outside of the College Park area, the student may apply for a supplementary travel award of up to $1,000.]

Program Benefits:
-competitive edge when applying for graduate study, fellowships, and employment
-research which can be utilized as an independent study or honors thesis during junior or senior

Requirements:
-60 or more credits earned by the end of Spring 2012
-3.4 minimum GPA
-Fall 2012 enrollment at the University of Maryland-College Park
-All academic majors are eligible

Application Deadline:
-Monday, February 6, 2012

Information Sessions:
*please e-mail ugresearch@umd.edu to register for a specific session

Tuesday, December 13: 3:30 pm - 2100 D McKeldin Library
Tuesday, December 13: 4:30 pm - 2100 D McKeldin Library
Wednesday, December 14: 4:00 - 2100 D McKeldin Library
Wednesday, December 14: 5:00 - 2100 D McKeldin Library
Wednesday, December 14: 6:00 - 2100 D McKeldin Library
Thursday, December 15: 10:30 - 2100 D McKeldin Library
Thursday, December 15: 11:30 - 2100 D McKeldin Library
Thursday, December 15: 1:30 - 2100 D McKeldin Library
Thursday, December 15: 5:00 - 2100 D McKeldin Library

For more information about the Maryland Summer Scholars Program go to: http://www.ugresearch.umd.edu/summerscholars.php

The Maryland Summer Scholars Program has been sponsored by the Office of Undergraduate Studies, the UMD Division of Research, UMD Schools and Colleges, and the Maryland Center for Undergraduate Research.

Francis DuVinage, Ph.D.
Director, National Scholarships Office and Maryland Center for Undergraduate Research
2403 Marie Mount Hall
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742

Is Cognitive Psychology your passion? Then become an RA in the Decision, Attention, and Memory Lab!

The Decision, Attention, and Memory lab is looking for research assistants who can work 9-hours per week during the upcoming Spring 2012 semester.

Description:
Research assistants will work closely with a graduate student or post-doc mentor on cognitive psychology research projects. Duties include but are not limited to running participants, coding data, statistical analysis, programming experiments, and literature review.

Psychology students can receive 3.0 credits in Psyc 479 per semester for their work in the lab.

Contact Information:
Interested candidates should contact Susan Teubner-Rhodes at steubner@umd.edu

Dec 6, 2011

Study Media and Politics Online this Winter Session!

GVPT479E Seminar in American Politics: Media and Politics:
This course will introduce students to the various ways in which the media has and continues to play a role in American politics. Historical trends—from the partisan press of the 19th century, to progressive era reforms, the broadcast era, and today’s “New Media” —will be reviewed, as will the media’s effect on political behavior, relationship with political institutions, and role in creating and influencing public opinion.. This is an online course, with coursework and discussions primarily taking place through ELMS.

To register for this course go to:
http://www.sis.umd.edu/bin/soc?term=201112&crs=GVPT

Is teaching psychology in your future? Become a GSS PSYC 100 Leader today!


GSS PSYC 100 Leader Position:
The Learning Assistance Service of the University Counseling Center will be sponsoring Guided Study Sessions for PSYC 100 in the spring semester. We are looking for a leader to facilitate GSS sessions which are peer-led collaborative learning groups.  This is a great opportunity for anyone thinking about going to graduate school in psychology or teaching.

GSS PSYC 100 Leader Qualifications:
-Completed PSYC 100 at UM with a grade of A
-Good communication skills
-Desire to help students master PSYC 100 course material

GSS PSYC 100 Leader Responsibilities:
-Attend PSYC 100 lectures
-Lead two one hour Guided Study Sessions per week
-Enroll in EDCP 318N – Leadership in Collaborative Learning Groups for Spring 2012 (where training will be provided)
-Any other administrative duties as assigned

GSS PSYC 100 Contact Information:
For information or to apply, go to the LAS website at www.counseling.umd.edu/LAS/gssleader.html . For questions, contact Dr. Marcy Marinelli at marcym@umd.edu or call 301-314-7693.

Interested in the Social or Developmental Psychology field? Then apply to be a Spring 2012 Research Assistant!


Department of Human Development

Gain Valuable Research Experience for Graduate School!
Become A Social Development Research Assistant!

Position:
Research Assistant for Social Development Project
Spring 2012

Course credit:
EDHD 498 or PSYC 479 (3 credits = 10 hours per week)

Preferred Majors:
Human Development Minors, Psychology, Family Science, Criminology Majors!

Project Description:
Primary responsibilities of projects involve interviewing children, and/or administering surveys to adolescents. Research Assistants learn about the process of research, read literature in developmental psychology, meet with a research group once a week (with the supervising professor), and learn how to enter and analyze data from interviews and surveys!  Projects involve moral and social development, social exclusion, peer relationships, mind theory, group dynamics, intergroup relations, prejudice, bias and stereotyping.

Faculty supervisor:
Professor Melanie Killen, Ph.D., Department of Human Development and Quantitative Methodology

Contact information:
Shelby Cooley (scooley1@umd.edu), Aline Hitti (ahitti@umd.edu), or Kelly Lynn Mulvey (klmulvey@umd.edu ), graduate student project coordinators.

Dec 5, 2011

Earn $15 by participating in CASL Study!


Description of Study:
The University of Maryland Center for Advanced Study of Language (CASL) invites students at the University of Maryland, College Park to participate in a 2011-2012 study examining people’s descriptions of how they behave with different types of people. Several questionnaires will be administered during the study.

Participant Requirements:
18 to 35 years of age
Native speakers of English, been born and raised in the United States, had parents who were born and raised in the United States, and be of Eastern, Western, or Northern European ancestry

Compensation:
$15 for approximately 1.5 hours.

Location:
The survey may be completed from any computer, including the comfort of your dorm room.

For more information and to register, please email CPsurvey@casl.umd.edu with “CP” in the subject line.

Spend your summer interning at the White House!


White House Internship Program
Summer 2012

Program Description:
"This select group of young men and women from across the country dedicate their time, talents, energy, and service to better the White House, the community, and the nation. These committed citizens become a part of the White House team. The assignments given to an intern on any given day could include conducting research, managing incoming inquiries, attending meetings, and writing memos. While the interns’ individual responsibilities and tasks vary, they are united through weekly events and, most importantly, through service. Interns participate in a long-term service project to help the surrounding community. This is a great opportunity to promote leadership and a way to learn about their fellow intern class. Each week, interns come together for a speaker series with senior staff members and participate in off-site field trips around D.C."

Application Requirements:
Essay, a one-page resume, and two letters of recommendation.

Application Deadline:
January 22, 2012

For more information go to http://www.whitehouse.gov/internships

Find an Internship during Winter Break!


How to Make the Most of Your Winter Break and Find an Internship Wednesday, December 07, 2011 • 04:00PM - 05:00PM
Location: Resource Room - UCC

Event Details: Come learn about resources and tips on how to find an internship!

For additional information about this event: contact Megan O'Rourke at morourk2@umd.edu

Learn more about the Peace Corps!



Peace Corps: Employer Networking and Information Session
When:
Tuesday, December 06, 2011 • 04:00PM - 05:00PM
Where:
3100 Hornbake Library - Multipurpose Room
Event Details:
Peace Corps will present an information session on their overseas positions. They are interested in students from ALL majors.
Appropriate Attire:
Minimum attire for ALL sessions with employers present is business casual unless otherwise specified.

For additional information about this event: contact Adrianne Bradford at abradfor@umd.edu

Research Assistant Opportunities! Don't miss out!

Research Assistants Wanted!

Gain valuable experience for grad school!
  • Work on a study investigating the impact of maternal mental health on child-directed speech.
  • 6-9 hrs/week for credit or volunteer work
  • Responsibilities include:
    • Using acoustic software to edit/analyze files
    • Transcribing mother-child interactions using transcription software.
  • Credits may be earned in the psychology (PSYCH) and/or hearing and speech sciences (HESP) department.
  • Must be available over winter break.
  • Experience with Excel, the CLAN transcription program, and/or Praat is a plus.
  • If interested, please contact Anna Miller at amille26@umd.edu

Acquire valuable research skills for Doctoral Training through the University of Maryland's Summer Research Initiative!

SRI Group 11



Summer Research Initiative to Increase Diversity

SRI Program Overview and Goals
The goals of the program are to provide rising juniors and seniors an opportunity to increase their interest in research careers in the social and behavioral sciences, develop research skills, and learn about doctoral training with the goal of encouraging students to pursue doctoral degrees in the social and behavioral sciences. The program has a special emphasis on population groups underrepresented in these fields (i.e., African Americans, Hispanics, American Indians, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians or other Pacific Islanders).

SRI Program Details
This 8-week program will be held on the University of Maryland, College Park campus from June 2nd - July 27, 2012. Students will be provided a meaningful research experience by working with a faculty mentor in one of our nine academic departments: African American Studies, Anthropology, Criminology & Criminal Justice, Economics, Geography, Government & Politics, Hearing & Speech Sciences, Psychology and Sociology. We will also supplement their research experience with lectures, workshops, and networking opportunities. Students will be provided round-trip airfare, meals, room and board in University on-campus housing and a stipend of $2,700.

Why the University of Maryland? The University of Maryland, College Park is the flagship campus in the University of Maryland system and is home to first-class researchers and research facilities.

U.S. News & World Report ranks the University 18th among public universities. According to the NSF, the University ranks 8th in awarding doctoral degrees in the social, behavioral and economic sciences to underrepresented ethnic minorities.

The university’s location, just nine miles from downtown Washington, D.C. and approximately 30 miles from Baltimore, provides access to some of the finest libraries, research centers, and professional opportunities in the country. The D.C. metro area is nationally regarded for its dense population of highly educated and trained professionals, diversity, culture and entertainment.

SRI Application Process
Basic eligibility requirements include junior or senior status by Fall 2012; U.S. citizen or permanent resident status; and a strong intent to immediately pursue a Ph.D. in the social, behavioral, and economic sciences upon completion of the Bachelor’s degree. We are especially interested in applications from students underrepresented in the social, behavioral, and economic sciences (i.e., African Americans, Hispanics, American Indians, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians or other Pacific Islanders).

Application deadline is February 17, 2012.
For more information, please visit:
http://www.bsos.umd.edu/diversity/summer-research-initiative.aspx
Or contact the SRI Office at (301) 405-8761 or bsossri@umd.edu

Dec 2, 2011

Spend your summer interning in a Harvard Lab!



Harvard University Laboratory of Developmental Studies Internships

Description:
Each summer, the Laboratory for Developmental Studies at Harvard University offers a limited number of internships for college undergraduates, under the supervision of Dr. Susan Carey and Dr. Jesse Snedeker. Interns will gain experience with current techniques for investigating conceptual and language development in infants and children.
Dates & Times:
June 4-August 10, 2012
9 am-5 pm Monday-Friday
Compensation:
$1,500 Stipend for full-time commitment; Applicants are encouraged to apply for external funding resources
Desired Qualifications:
Coursework in Developmental Psychology, Experimental Psychology, or Linguistics
Basic Computer Skills
Previous experience and/or research with children
Maturity, Articulate Communication Skills, and Comfortability with parents and children
Application Deadlines:
February 10, 2012 (if applying for external funding)
March 9, 2012 (for all others)

Dec 1, 2011

Homeland Security Research Opportunities




U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
Summer 2012 Research Experiences

DHS HS-STEM Summer Internship Program
Program Specifics:For undergraduate students
10 week research experience
$5,000 stipend plus travel expenses

Areas of research:  Engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, biological/life sciences, environmental science, emergency and incident management, social sciences

Project sites: National research laboratories: Argonne, Idaho, Lawrence Livermore, Los Alamos, Oak Ridge, Pacific Northwest, Sandia, Savannah River
DHS laboratories: Transportation Security Laboratory
Other research facilities, including Air Force Research Laboratory, Homeland Security Studies and Analysis Institute, National Institute of Standards and Technology

Project Locations: include CA, CO, ID, IL, MD, NM, NJ, OH, SC, TN, WA, VA
U.S. citizenship required

Application deadline: January 5, 2012 
For more information go to: http://www.orau.gov/dhseducationprograms


DHS Summer Research Team Program for Minority Serving Institutions
Program Specifics:Early career faculty teamed with undergraduate and graduate students
10-week summer research experiences at university-based DHS Centers of Excellence nationwide
Faculty and student stipends, housing allowances, travel expenses
Areas of research: Homeland security related science, technology, engineering and mathematics

Faculty apply for up to $50,000 in follow-on funding at end of summer
U.S. citizenship required
Faculty Application Deadline: January 8, 2012 
Questions regarding DHS Education Programs can be sent via e-mail to dhsed@orau.org.

Brain Sciences Doctoral Program in Berlin, Germany


The Berlin School of Mind and Brain is again inviting interested graduate students to apply for the three-year international and interdisciplinary doctoral program by January 15, 2012.

The Berlin School of Mind and Brain is an international research school, located in the vibrant heart of Berlin, Germany. It offers a unique three-year interdisciplinary doctoral program in English in the mind/brain sciences. The School is situated in the center of Berlin, on the grounds of the the largest medical campus in Europe. Each year ten to fifteen doctoral candidates are accepted into the program.

For more information on the Berlin School of Mind and Brain access their website below:
http://www.mind-and-brain.de/

Help future BSOS Students! Become a Peer Mentor today!

The College of Behavioral and Social Sciences is recruiting Peer Mentors!
The Peer Mentor Program provides students an opportunity to serve the College of Behavioral and Social Science. The primary role of the peer mentor is to teach other students about their degree requirements during graduation planning workshops. Peer Mentors acquire public speaking, teaching, and leadership skills as well as 2 credits per semester of service.

Application requirements and procedures can be found at the following link:
http://www.bsos.umd.edu/students/bsos-peer-mentors

Completed applications need to be returned to thehttp://www.bsos.umd.edu//students/college-and-departmental-0   by December 9th 2011.

If you have any questions about the Peer Mentor program, please contact BSOS Advising at 301-405-1697 or bsospeermentor@gmail.com

Earn credits by becoming a PAL Peer Educator!


Apply to become an Academic Peer Educator as part of the Peer Assisted Learning (PAL) program! The Learning Assistance Service in the UMD Counseling Center is now recruiting highly qualified and motivated students to participate in their PAL program for the spring semester.

Qualifications:
a minimum 3.0 GPA
enrollment as a University of Maryland student for at least two academic semesters.  

Students who are accepted into this program have the opportunity to earn up to 3 upper-level credits as well as professional peer mentoring or tutoring certification. All PAL educators receive ongoing training and meet with students in one-on-one academic mentoring appointments.

How to Apply:
For more information and to apply, view the PAL website: http://www.counseling.umd.edu/LAS/html/pal.html, or contact the PAL Coordinator Paula Hentz: hentz@umd.edu.

Become a Research Assistant in the Early Childhood Interaction Lab!




Research Assistant Positions
Early Childhood Interaction Lab


Dr. Ramani's Early Childhood Interaction Lab in the Department of Human Development and Quantitative Methodology is seeking responsible undergraduate students who are interested in gaining valuable research experience in the Spring semester.

Several research projects are currently in progress that focus on how play promotes the development of early math and problem-solving skills in young children.

Research assistants may be involved with conducting interviews with children in local preschools, data entry, recruiting participants for projects, coding videotapes of children playing, and preparing materials for visits. Students can receive research credit for assisting on research projects. Preference will be given to students who can make a commitment to working in the lab during both the spring semester and the summer. 

To learn more about the Early childhood Interaction Lab go to: http://www.education.umd.edu/EDHD/faculty2/Ramani/

Interested students should contact Dr. Geetha Ramani  at gramani@umd.edu

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