Earn up to $10 for PSYC Department Study!

Want to earn some money in a fast and easy way?

Help out the University of Maryland Psychology Department study how well people work together with limited contact!

Come in and play an investment game and earn up to ten dollars!

For more information email umdpsychstudies@gmail.com!

Looking for a CORE Advanced Studies course that intersects with psychology? Register for ARTH 346 Summer Session II!

ARTH 346: Nineteenth-Century European Art from 1850
Summer Session II: July 9 – August 19
Monday through Friday, 10:00-11:20am

 The late-nineteenth century was a dramatic time filled with rapid changes in politics, science, and social theory, and the art world dealt with all of it. How did artists respond to these changes? Can art drive these changes?

This course will instruct on the intersections of art and…

Politics and economics
Literature
Optics and color theory
Industry
Psychology

Darwinism- social, biological…
Painting technique and materials
Social change, the rise of the bourgeoisie 

Students will study some of the world’s most beloved artists- Monet, Degas, Renoir, Cézanne, Van Gogh, Gauguin (and many more!) and the ways their personal relationships with each other as well as with poets, novelists, journalists, and scientists impacted the development of artistic trends in France and elsewhere in Europe.

To register, visit www.testudo.umd.edu/ScheduleOfClasses.html

Questions? Contact Caroline Shields at shieldsc@umd.edu.

Don't miss the 2nd Annual Psychology Major Picnic!

ATTENTION ALL PSYC MAJORS!

On behalf of the Department of Psychology, Psi Chi presents…

The 2nd Annual Psychology Student Picnic!
What: our student picnic is to recognize our graduating psychology majors.
Date: Thursday, May 3, 2012
Time: 3:30PM
Where: directly outside the Bio-Psyc Building
Who: all PSYC majors are invited (please bring your student ID so that we can verify your major status)

You loved it last year, so we listened and decided to have FREE POTBELLY’S sandwiches again this year!

Psi Chi Psychology t-shirts will be on SALE for $10.00 and our new PSYC Peer Mentor Team will be available!

Add some class to your fun in the sun this summer! Take a PSYC Summer Term Course!

A forecast of bright and sunny course offerings awaits you for the 2012 Summer Term. This is a great time to take a course to get ahead or complete a PSYC major requirement in a few short weeks. Check out the list of PSYC courses being offered during the Spring 2012 Summer Term:

PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology
PSYC 200 Statistical Methods in Psychology
PSYC 206 Developmental Biopsychology
PSYC 221 Social Psychology
PSYC 300 Research Methods in Psychology
PSYC 301 Biological Basis of Behavior
PSYC 325 Psychology and the Law
PSYC 334 Psychology of Interpersonal Relationships
PSYC 353 Adult Psychopathology
PSYC 389 Experiential Learning
PSYC 420 Experimental Psychology: Social Psychology Lab
PSYC 432 Counseling Psychology
PSYC 433 Basic Helping Skills: Research and Practice
PSYC 436 Introduction to Clinical Psychology
PSYC 479 Special Research Problems in Psychology

For additional information or to register for a Summer Term course go to the link below:
http://www.fc.umd.edu/index.php?slab=slabid-81

Research Internship at George Washington University!

Research Assistant Internship in Child Social Cognition
George Washington University
The Social Cognition Lab of the George Washington University is located in downtown Washington, blocks away from the White House and the National Mall. We are currently searching for dedicated and experienced research interns for the summer of 2012. Our research focuses on the development of mechanisms mediating social and cultural learning. Interested students are encouraged to visit our website for more information (www.subiaul.com).

Research interns will have the opportunity to gain experience in socio-cognitive development by becoming directly involved in multiple levels of research. Tasks include: subject recruitment, data collection, data entry, data analysis and interpretation of results. The ideal candidates would be current undergraduates or recent graduates concentrating in cognitive science, psychology, or a related field. Priority will be given to students with previous experience working in developmental psychology laboratories or more general experiences working with infants and/or pre-school age children. Interns are expected to commit 15-20 hours per week from the end of May until early/mid-August. A $1,000 stipend will be offered to interns.

Interested students are encouraged to send a CV to Brian Schilder (schilder@gwu.edu) before May 15th. Applicants should include all relevant research experience with children as well as the name and contact information of at least one recent supervisor.

End classroom distractions. Join F.O.C.C.U.S. today!

F.O.C.C.U.S, a new organization on campus, wants your help ending in-class distractions. Make the pledge to close your laptops an put away your cell phones in class. 'Like' the Facebook page on www.facebook.com/unplugandfoccus.

Check out our campaign video! http://youtu.be/Mp_EW-2xMK0

Support Suicide Prevention with the AFSP Out of Darkness Walk on Saturday, May 5!

AFSP Out of the Darkness Walk for Suicide Prevention

Where:
McKeldin Mall
College Park, Maryland

Starts: 05/05/2012 @ 10:30 am
Ends: 12:00 pm Check-in Time: 9:30 am to 10:30 am
Registration Cutoff: 05/04/2012 12:00 pm
Donation Cutoff: 07/01/2012 12:00 am
Contact: Melissa L Rorie Phone: 443-538-9909 E-mail Address:mrorie@umd.edu

Details can be found at: http://afsp.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.eventDetails&eventID=1858.

Great I/O Psychology career opportunity!

Human Capital Analyst, Entry Level (Full-Time), 60392
Duty First Consulting, Vienna, Virginia    
The Management Analyst will be a part of Duty First Consulting’s (DFC) Human Capital Management (HCM) Team. HCM’s objective is as follows:

We help organizations transform by orchestrating major initiatives, optimizing the workforce, and realigning and improving operations and processes to reduce costs. Our professionals address organizational and personnel barriers so that clients can reach mission objectives.

Under general direction, the Analyst will provide assistance to the HCM team by planning and coordinating programs and completing assigned project activities. The Analyst will also conduct administrative and budget activities, project research and will provide appropriate recommendations based on that research. Related work will be performed as required.

Duties:

• Monitor project progress by tracking activity, publishing progress reports, and recommending actions. This includes administering or managing specific projects, programs and/or services.

• Conduct applicable and relevant research on a variety of programs and issues.

• Provide references for users by writing and maintaining user documentation and training materials.

 To read more about the position above, log in to your C4T account (http://www.careercenter.umd.edu/) and paste the ID number (listed beside the position titles) in the “Search” box.

Help students gain valuable knowledge and skills as a Match Tutor!

Match Corps: Merrimack Valley is a full-time, 10.5-month urban education match tutoring fellowship in two high schools in the Merrimack Valley. We are hiring 50 smart, idealistic, relentless people to work during the 2012-2013 school year. Each Fellow works during the school day with two students at a time for five periods a day, and will have a personal caseload of 12 students all year long. Fellows not only will drive student achievement by providing individualized instruction, but will also build personal and meaningful relationships with urban students and their families during this pioneer year of service.

To learn about more about Match Corps access the links below:
YouTube Video
www.matcheducation.org
http://www.matcheducation.org/join-us/match-corps-merrimack-valley

Graduating in May? Apply to be a Program Assistant with the NSF!

The National Science Foundation is seeking to fill a Program Assistant position. For more information on the position and how to apply go to:  http://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/314791600

Take your statistical skills to the next level with PSYC 489J!

PSYC 489J: Advanced Statistics for Psychology
Fall 2012
Tuesday & Thursday 9:30-10:45
Instructor: Kristen Klein
Prerequisite: PSYC 300
Registration by permission of instructor

If you’re interested in graduate school or a career in research, this course can help you acquire
valuable skills to list on a resume and apply to a wide range of projects. Advanced Statistics for
Psychology is designed to be a hands-on course, in which students learn when to use different
statistical analyses, how to run them in SPSS, and how to professionally report the results.

Each week, students will learn and apply a different statistical analysis using SPSS, a statistical
program that is widely used in psychology. Although a basic understanding of research designs
and statistics is helpful, this course is not focused on the “math” behind statistics but rather on
the appropriate application of statistics to different research designs. In this course, we’ll learn
when and how to conduct these common statistical analyses:

Descriptive statistics
Correlation (bivariate and partial)
Linear regression (bivariate and multiple regression)
Independent and paired t-tests
Analysis of variance (ANOVA – one-way and factorial)
Analysis of covariance (ANCOVA)
Repeated-measures ANOVA
Chi-square test
Mediation analysis

PSYC majors may count this course toward the two (2) required 400 level non-lab courses
OR the two (2) required Social, Decision, and Organizational Science theme courses.

For more information and to register for PSYC 489J please contact Kristen Klein at kleinkm@umd.edu

Post Graduation Transition Tips at Tuesday's Psi Chi Meeting

Psi Chi Meeting

WHO: DR. SCOTT ROBERTS
DATE: TUESDAY, APRIL 24TH
TIME: 6 PM
WHERE: 1142 BPS

Post Graduation Transition
Dr. Roberts will be presenting on the steps from college to your next situation in life, focusing on what you can expect and how you can succeed from it.

The Why and How of the Undergraduate Psychology Internship

Have you thought about pursuing a psychology internship but aren't sure why or how to go about doing this? The article link below provides some great information on the benefits of pursuing a psychology internship, how to go about obtaining such an experience, and tips for making the most of this opportunity. Just click on the link!

http://www.psichi.org/Pubs/Articles/Article_615.aspx

Free Suicide Prevention Training

Free 1-hour “Question, Persuade, and Refer” trainings will teach you how to recognize suicide warning signs and how to help a friend.

Time: 12-1p.m.
Available Training Dates:
Thursday, May 3, 2012
Location: University Health Center Room 1150 (Sahet)
Register: http://www.health.umd.edu/qpr

Walk-Ins are welcome. Bring your lunch. Snacks will be provide

Graduating this May? Apply for a Faculty RA position with the CAPER Lab!

The Center for Addictions, Personality and Emotion Research (CAPER) has four full time Faculty Research Assistant (RA) positions available for the next contract year, July 1, 2012 – June 30, 2013. A description of each of the four positions is attached to this email. Please note that any given project could have some flexibility regarding start date as determined by the faculty or supervisor in charge. 

For best consideration, all applicants should email a cover letter and CV/resume to Ronneal Mathews (ronnealmathews@yahoo.com) by Tuesday, May 1st. In your cover letter, you may identify by preference, up to two of the four positions for which you wish to be considered. The cover letter should address your specific qualifications for the position(s) to which you are applying. 

The University of Maryland, College Park, actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry or national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.

Relieve your stress at the National Stress Out Day Carnival!

Stressed? Come to the National Stress Out Day Carnival!
This time of the semester, everyone is stressed! So come to the National Stress Øut Day Carnival hosted by Active Minds at Maryland. This event is taking place at McKeldin Mall, Thursday April 19 from 11 until 4. We will have tie-dying (bring a white shirt), painting, coloring, games, fitness demonstrations, puppies from 11-1, Rita's Italian Ice at 1 (until it's gone!) and an inflatable obstacle course so you can race your friends! Learn stress-relieving tips and techniques, and learn more about the differences between anxiety and anxiety disorders. We look forward to seeing you there! 

Summer Volunteer Research Assistant positions in the Child Development Lab!

The Child Development Lab, under the direction of Dr. Nathan Fox, is seeking highly motivated students to assist with summer data collection for the Temperament Over Time study. We are investigating the endogenous (temperament, frontal EEG asymmetry, inhibitory control, and attention skills) and exogenous (patterns of mother-child interaction) factors associated with the development of regulated or unregulated social behavior from infancy through early childhood.

Qualifications:
For this VOLUNTEER position, we are seeking highly motivated students who have experience working with children and strong attention to detail to help run visits and collect behavioral data. We are looking for a commitment to 3 WEEKEND days/ month over the summer and continued commitment to the lab for the fall semester. In the fall, students may also assist with data entry and coding of behavioral data during weekday hours.

Requirements:
Minimum 3.0 GPA, 3 weekend days/month for June-August, commitment of summer and continued into the fall. Prereq: PSYC 200.

*NOTE: This is a volunteer opportunity. However, summer hours may be applied to fall research course credit*

How to Apply:
If interested, please send your resume and short paragraph explaining your interest in this position to Erin Shishilla at eshishil@umd.edu. For more info about this project, visit: http://www.education.umd.edu/EDHD/faculty/Fox/tots.php

Be a Psychology Peer Mentor!

The Department of Psychology Undergraduate Studies Office is recruiting for an exciting opportunity for the summer 2012 & fall 2012 semesters. PSYC majors who are energetic, passionate and enthusiastic about their experiences at UMD are encouraged to apply! Peer Mentors lead weekly workshops for new PSYC majors, assist with orientation, and participate in campus open houses. Gain public speaking, teaching and leadership skills!

Eligibility Requirements:

• Minimum 3.3 PSYC GPA
• Minimum 3.2 cumulative GPA
• Must be a BSOS major for a minimum of 2 semesters
• Must be in good judicial/academic standing

Please email Lori Kader at lkader@umd.edu for more information and an application!

Surf the Online Psychology Career Center!

Want tips on how to get into graduate school? Need advice on how to prepare for the Graduate Record Exam, develop an academic vita, or get good letters of recommendation? Want to search through hundreds of job listings in psychology? Then go to http://www.socialpsychology.org/career.htm

It's your one-stop resource for everything psychology. Check it out today!

Psychologist and Philosopher of Science Susan Oyama to speak this Thursday, April 19!

Susan Oyama, "Incidence, Essence, and Developmental Systems: Biologos
in Action"
Time: 4/19/12 - 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Location: Juan Ramon Jimenez, Room 0150

Trained at Harvard University and now Professor Emeritus at the John Jay College of Criminal Justice and The Graduate School and University Center (both of the City University of New York), Susan Oyama has written widely on the nature/nurture opposition and on the concepts of development, evolution, and genetic information. She is probably best known for her work on Developmental Systems Theory, to which many were introduced by her 1985 book, The Ontogeny of Information:
Developmental Systems and Evolution. In 2000, that work was reissued in an expanded edition, along with her essay collection Evolution's Eye: A Systems View of the Biology-Culture Divide. With Paul
Griffiths and Russell Gray, Oyama has also edited Cycles of Contingency, a volume of papers on developmental systems by scholars from many fields. In more recent years, she has spoken and written on essentialism and representationism in biology.

Sponsored by the Honors Humanities program and the Integrated Life Sciences program.

Learn how to market your UMD experiences to employers this Wednesday, April 18!

INTERNSHIP WORKSHOP SERIES: Translate your Maryland Experiences to Employers Wednesday, April 18, 2012 • 04:00PM - 05:00PM
Location: Multi-Purpose Room (3134 Hornbake Library)

Have you participated in an internship, community service, research project, or study abroad experience? Come to this information session and discover how to make those experiences stand out on your resume and during your interviews! For additional information about this event, contact Erin Rooney-Eckel at erooney@umd.edu<mailto:erooney@umd.edu>.

Put your helping skills to work as a Montgomery County Hotline Intern or Volunteer!

VOLUNTEERS & INTERNS NEEDED
The Montgomery County Hotline is seeking interested students for internship and volunteer opportunities. The MC Hotline is a 24-hour, 7 day a week service that provides telephone supportive listening, facilitation of problem solving, crisis intervention, suicide prevention, and information and resources to Montgomery County residents and concerned friends and family. Trained volunteers and interns answer calls for the Montgomery County Hotline, Youth Crisis Hotline, and National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. The Hotline works closely with the Montgomery County Crisis Center as part of a continuum of services to Montgomery County residents.

Volunteers and interns are required to attend a training that is accredited by the American Association of Suicidology. A time commitment is required.

The Hotline is a great way to gain experience in the helping field and give back to the community. Make a difference in your life and the lives of others!

The next training will begin on May 20, 2012. For more information and to receive an application please contact Amy Regalado at (301) 424-0656 ext.516 or email at hotline@mhamc.org.

RA positions with the Gildenhorn Institute for Israel Studies

$10/hr Paid Research Assistant Position at UMD with the Gildenhorn Institute for Israel Studies
5 Short-Term Positions Available

Position Description: The Gildenhorn Institute for Israel Studies at the University of Maryland (GIIS) has 5 short-term research assist positions to fill. GIIS is looking to hire 5 upper classmen (seniors or juniors preferred), or graduate students, to administer questionnaires as part of a research study that they are conducting. The study will examine American student’s attitudes toward Israel and the Middle East. Study is scheduled to begin on Monday, April 16th. Project may last 1 or 2 weeks, but targeted completion date is Monday, April 30th. Research Assistants will canvas in various locations on the UMD campus. Research project aims to survey a total of 200 UMD undergraduate/graduate students.

Research Assistants will be required to check in and out daily with the Coordinator in Israel Studies, in order to pick up research equipment and materials for daily use. Research Assistants, though the use of the technology equipment provided by GIIS, will administer online surveys to UMD undergraduate/graduate students.


Responsibilities: · Administer online survey (Survey Monkey link) to UMD undergraduate/graduate students.
· Meet with co-investigator researcher prior to start of research for training on Monday, April 16th.
 · Research assistants are required to report to the Coordinator in GIIS daily, prior to and concluding the day’s research assignment.
· Responsible in the handling of the research equipment and materials (i.e. iPad2’s and Starbuck gift cards).
· Research assistants will be required to track all incentives (Starbuck gift cards) given to survey takers on the Incentive Disbursement Log, which will be provided.
· Must report on time to GIIS Coordinator, and be able to commit at least 16-20 hours per week, for 1 or 2 weeks, depending on time it takes to collect data (200 total surveys.)

Dates/Times: Study will run from Monday, April 16th and possibly up to Monday, April 30th, or until a total of 200 surveys have been completed by MD undergraduate/graduate students. Research Assistants will be required to work 4 hour blocks daily during the school week, between the hours of 10am – 4pm.

Compensation: $10/hr for approximately 4 hours daily.

Location: The surveying will be completed on the University of Maryland campus. Daily locations to be determined after morning meeting with co-investigator. Daily meeting/check-in location in 0140 Holzapfel Hall.

Qualifications: Successful research assistants must have a high energy level to solicit survey takers, and be able to work on their feet for 4 hours daily. Experience in administering surveys and knowledge of Survey Monkey is preferable but not necessary. Training will be provided on Monday, April 16th.

How To Apply:Interested applicants should contact the Coordinator in GIIS, Jennifer Kilberg by Sunday, April 15th. Please email a statement of interest with your contact information to: jkilberg@umd.edu. If you have any questions, please call 301-405-9413.

Don't miss this HIV/AIDS Panel on Tuesday, April 17!

HIV/AIDS Expert Panel- sponsored by the UMD American Medical Student Association

WHEN: Tuesday, 4/17, 7-8pm
WHERE: PG Room in Stamp

Come learn about different perspective on HIV/AIDS from a panel of experts in the field! This issue has immense regional and international importance and with the biennial International AIDS Conference being held in Washington DC this summer, the time to get involved is now!

Speakers include:
Dr. Gregory Pappas - Senior Deputy Director of the DC Department of Health’s HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, STD, and TB Administration

Guy Weston - Executive Director of DC Care, providing support to people living with HIV/AIDS and their families and working with service providers to enhance the delivery and quality of HIV/AIDS services in Washington, DC

Dr. Joseph Fortunak - medical researcher from Washington DC working with HIV/AIDS

Dr. Enyinnaya Merengwa - Public Health Physician & Clinical Epidemiologist. Has received training in Nigeria, Minnesota, and Baltimore. Currently a Doctor of Public Health(DrPH) degree candidate. 

Gain valuable leadership experience as a BSOS Peer Mentor!

The College of Behavioral and Social Sciences needs Peer Mentors!

Description:The Peer Mentor Program gives students an opportunity to serve the College of Behavioral and Social Science. Peer Mentors primary role is to teach other students about their degree requirements during graduation planning workshops. Students gain public speaking, teaching, and leadership skills as well as 2 credits per semester of service.

Requirements/Qualifications:To be eligible to serve as a representative, the following criteria must be met:

+If the student is a Double Major, the primary major must be in the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences
+Student must be a BSOS major for a minimum of 2 semesters
+Sophomore, junior, or senior standing with intentions to return for Spring 2013 and Fall 2013
+At least a 2.5 GPA within major
+Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5+
+Must be in good judicial/academic standing

How to Apply:

If you are interested please download an application at http://goo.gl/CLXPq. Completed applications for the Fall 2012 semester needs to be returned in person to the BSOS Advising Center by May 10th, 2012.

PTSD Research Internship at the DC VA Medical Center!

Research Internship Available for a Junior or Senior Psychology Major
Summer 2012
Washington, DC VA Medical Center

The DC Veterans Affairs Medical Center is welcoming a research assistant to assist with a clinical trial for a new medication for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. Research assistants are expected to work at least eight hours a week for summer 2012. This position is ideal for students who plan to further their education in medical or graduate school, particularly in the fields of psychiatry or clinical psychology.

Applicants should have junior or senior standing, familiarity with research methods, and strong organizational skills. Business casual attire is required.

If you are interested in volunteering as an intern on this clinical trial, email your cover letter and résumé to the Study Coordinator, Erika Roberge at Erika.Roberge@va.gov.

Terrorism Study looking for summer long research assistants

Terrorism Research Opportunity

Responsibilities:
The duties required for this research opportunity include using a linguistic analysis program to analyze terrorist propaganda video transcripts including the rhetoric and persuasion techniques used in the videos and testing these same messages in the laboratory with student populations, both in the US and abroad.

Research Study Questions:
1) who is the target auidence for the videos? (e.g. children, adults, possible recruits, ‘the enemy’), 2) what are the messages of the videos? (e.g. to defend the prophet, to prevent future grievances, to promote jihad, etc.), 3) Does the the target audience, the message, or the frequency of these tapes have a discernable pattern? and 4) If yes, do these patterns change over time?

How to Apply:

If interested, please e-mail your CV/resume and unofficial transcript to Lauren Boyatzi at lminacap@umd.edu ASAP.

Bridging Academic & Professional Development: A Pilot Collaboration

Please join us at the Innovations in Teaching & Learning Conference on Friday April 27th when we present the results of a pilot program to integrate academic and career development in introductory courses. This innovative approach demonstrates the potential for similar strategic partnerships between Departments and the University Career Center & The President’s Promise and is easily exported to all other disciplines.

Bridging Academic & Professional Development: A Pilot Collaboration
Friday 4/27 at 10:45am - 11:20am
Stamp Student Union

Scott Roberts - Department of Psychology
Rick Hearin - University Career Center & The President’s Promise
Ryan Curtis - Department of Psychology
Crystal Sehlke - University Career Center & The President’s Promise

The conference is held each year in the Stamp Student Union and is free to all University faculty, staff and students (and includes breakfast and lunch if you would like).


You can register for the conference at no charge: http://www.oit.umd.edu/twt/itlregistration2012.html

Click HERE for the complete conference agenda.

Presentation Abstract:

In higher education today there is a strong emphasis on engaging students in their own learning and helping them develop the professional skills they will need to succeed. However, students often lack a sense of direction within their field of choice and fail to utilize the career-building resources provided by the University. Introductory coursework certainly broadens their horizon, but there remains an opportunity to more directly connect students with related internships and careers in the field as part of their education on the subject matter.

We will present the results from a pilot collaboration between the Department of Psychology and the University Career Center & The President’s Promise (UCC/TPP) in which we integrated technology-based, career-oriented assignments in one of our Introduction to Psychology courses. By doing so we believe we have achieved two equally important ends. First, a greater understanding of how the information students are learning about is applied by professionals can help them identify a passion, and therefore further motivate their learning and performance. Second, by integrating UCC/TPP resources into academic exercises students will leave this course better prepared to pursue the internships and professional positions that will advance their opportunities to thrive in both graduate and career tracks. Best of all, this model assignment can easily be tailored for any discipline to engage students campus-wide.

This innovative collaboration has the potential to profoundly influence introductory courses throughout the University and substantially enhance the UCC/TPP’s ability to engage students in the pursuit of internships and career development. Currently only about 60% of Maryland undergraduates even create an account on the Careers4Terps website, meaning that many students are unaware of internship opportunities related to their interests and fail to utilize the resources that will help them develop the essential materials (e.g., strong resumes and cover letters) and skills (e.g., strong interviewing and professional conduct) required for success. By creating a model assignment that can be tailored to any discipline, instructors can easily incorporate this approach without having to substantially revise their existing courses. As more students access UCC/TPP’s resources as part of their coursework we can expect to see unparalleled gains in participation rates.

PSYC Welcomes President Loh

Sai Gourishetti introduces Dr. Loh to a praying mantis from

Dr. Yager's lab on the evolution of auditory systems.

The Department of Psychology was honored to host Dr. Wallace Loh on Monday April 9th.  Dr. Loh, The University of Maryland's 33rd president, joined the faculty for a discussion on the Department's research, teaching and service before getting a tour of our facilities.

Joined by Michele A. Eastman, his Chief of Staff, and Dr. Wayne McIntosh, Associate Dean of BSOS, Dr. Loh got to hear first hand about the Department's remarkable achievements and the exciting things we're doing to advance the psychological sciences and our undergraduate program.

We enjoyed the opportunity to show off the accomplishments of our faculty, students and staff and thank the President for taking the time to visit with us.

Summer & Fall RA positions in Family Involvement Lab!

The Family Involvement Laboratory IS LOOKING FOR UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANTS for the summer and/or fall semesters.
Summer Research Assistants will sign up for 2 credits (P/F). Fall Research Assistants will sign up for 3 credits and attend a class 10-12 on Thursdays in the fall semester titled "Cultural Influences on Parenting Practices" led by Dr. Natasha Cabrera (Graded).

Study Description:
Students will serve as research assistants for the Family Involvement Lab, which is currently conducting a study on Latino immigrant mothers, fathers, & children. The goal of the study is to understand how mothers’ & fathers' values, goals, & beliefs influence their children’s social skills & competencies.

Responsibilities:
Research assistants will conduct short literature reviews; participate in data collection; recruit parents; schedule visits; & data entry. This is a great opportunity for students who are interested in pursuing graduate work in the social sciences. Depending on interest & skill-level, there will be opportunities to write honors theses and participate in papers for publication.

How to Apply:If you’re interested please send your resume & unofficial transcript to Jenessa Malin (jlmalin@umd.edu) (you can find the lab at http://www.popcenter.umd.edu/filab)

University of Chicago Research Assistant position

The Development of Social Cognition Lab (dsclab.uchicago.edu) directed by Dr. Katherine Kinzler at the University of Chicago is seeking a full-time research assistant to begin July 1st, 2012.

Description:
The research assistant will participate in research related to the development of social cognition. The particular focus of this position will entail coordinating projects investigating social influences on infants’ and children’s food selection. Responsibilities include overseeing research activities, including but not limited to: participant recruitment both in the lab and at schools, undergraduate research assistant supervision, stimuli creation, testing infant and child participants, and coding and analyzing data.

Qualifications:
The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, have excellent communication skills, be able to work independently, and be motivated, creative, and organized. The candidate must be willing to commit two years to the position. This position is particularly appropriate for individuals who are interested in pursuing graduate studies in psychology.

A Bachelor’s degree in psychology or a related field, as well as previous research experience in a developmental psychology laboratory is highly preferred.

How to Apply:
Applicants should send a cover letter, CV/resume, and names of two references to Kellyanna Foster (kellyanna@uchicago.edu).

Get published in the Yale Review of Undergraduate Research in Psychology!

The Yale Review of Undergraduate Research in Psychology, a student publication of Yale College, is now accepting submissions from undergraduates for the 2012 edition of our journal.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: APRIL 21st 2012.
The Yale Review of Undergraduate Research in Psychology is an annual journal that showcases the best and most original research in psychology conducted by undergraduates from around the world. Our goal is to contribute to scientific advancement by encouraging serious, quality research early on. We provide a platform for undergraduate scientists to share their findings, and aim to bring together a community of young psychologists from both the United States and abroad.

For more information go to http://www.yale.edu/yrurp/.

Interested in pursuing Graduate Study in Psychology? Register for this APA Webinar today!

Graduate Study in Psychology Webinar: 
Successful Strategies for Preparation and Application
Presenter: Greg J. Neimeyer, Ph.D.
Time: Thursday, April 19th, from 1-4pm (Eastern)
Registration: $35 http://tinyurl.com/7ohbfgo

Are you considering graduate study in psychology? If so, then you will be joining the ranks of thousands of other bright, talented and dedicated peers who will be competing for admissions into the top graduate programs in the field. Learn about what you can do now to maximize your chance of admission into the graduate programs of your choice. Coverage includes:

1. Exploring Your Options
a. Master’s vs. Doctoral Programs: What’s Hot (and What’s Not)
b. Sorting through the Alphabet Soup: Ph.D., Psy.D., Ed.D, M.A., M.S, MSW, LCSW (and more)

2. Preparing for Graduate Study
a. Inside the Classroom
b. Outside the Classroom

3. Applying to Graduate Schools
a. Objective Components of the Graduate Application (Transcript, GPA, GRE, Vita)
b. Subjective Components of the Graduate Application (Personal Statement, Letters of About the Presenter. Dr. Greg Neimeyer is Professor of Psychology in the Department of Psychology at the University of Florida, and Director of Continuing Education and Professional Development at the American Psychological Association. Dr. Neimeyer is a Fellow of the APA and recipient of its Award for Outstanding Research in Career and Personality Psychology. He is a six-time recipient of undergraduate and graduate teaching awards and has been inducted as a Fellow into the Academy of Distinguished Teaching Scholars.

Registration Discount. Register online NOW! http://tinyurl.com/7ohbfgo

Enter< PSICHI> in the PROMO Code field to receive your discounted registration ($25).

Sponsorship. This workshop is brought to you by the APA Office of Continuing Education in Psychology, in partnership with the Office of Precollege and Undergraduate Education and the Psi Chi Central Office.

Theorizing The Web Conference: Saturday, April 14, University of Maryland

Theorizing The Web Conference
Saturday, April 14, 2012
University of Maryland
College Park, MD

The second annual Theorizing the Web Conference aims to expand the range and depth of theory used to help individuals make sense of how the Internet, digitality, and technology have changed the way humans live. For more information on the conference go to: http://www.cyborgology.org/theorizingtheweb/2012/

Active brain participants needed for CASL 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. Participants will be asked a series of questions while researchers record their brain activity using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI).

Research participants must be 18 to 35 years of age, be native speakers of English, have normal or corrected-to-normal vision, be right-handed, and been born and raised in the United States. Research participants should NOT have any: metal implants or other metal that cannot be removed (including permanent retainers), personal history of neurological and psychological disorders, learning disabilities, or possibility of pregnancy.

Compensation: $20 per hour for up to approximately 1.5 hours.
Location: Maryland Neuroimaging Center.

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

Learn about the "Mind/Body Connection" at the Tuesday, April 10th Psi Chi Meeting!

This Tuesday, April 10th, Psi Chi welcomes the Center for Health and Wellbeing for a chapter meeting on "The Mind Body Connection". Learn great relaxation skills, like guided imagery and death breathing. Also, time and stress management and sleep will be discussed. Bring questions for an interactive discussion! The meeting will be at a new time, 6 pm, in 1142 BPS.

Looking for an internship where you'll make a difference? A Wider Circle can help!

A Wider Circle is a grassroots 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that hires 20-30 unpaid interns each semester to work out of the Center for Community Service in Silver Spring. Internships are available in business, direct service, education, marketing, research, and strategic planning. Interns must commit to working at least 15 hours per week. For more information please contact "A Wider Circle" at intern@awidercircle.org or 301-608-3504. http://awidercircle.org/internships.html

Spend summer serving as a Child Development Lab Intern!

The Child Development Lab, under the direction of Dr. Nathan Fox, is currently investigating attention allocation toward threat during a computer based task. To do this, we will collect behavioral data from both children and young adults We are seeking highly motivated, upper-level students for Summer 2012 to help with subject recruitment, detail-oriented coding of behavioral data, and data entry. In addition, students may also assist with the running of the study. Requirements: min 3.0 GPA, 9 hrs/week, 2 semester commitment. Prereq: PSYC 200. If interested, please contact Jenna Suway at jngold@umd.edu.

Study psychotherapy as a MPCRL Research Assistant this Summer and Fall 2012!

The Maryland Psychotherapy Clinic and Research Laboratory (MPCRL) is seeking research assistants for the Summer and Fall 2012.

Responsibilities:
Research Assistants will assist with administrative tasks to keep the clinic running, including interacting with clients and therapists, studying the effectiveness of psychotherapy, and viewing, coding, and transcribing therapy sessions.

Preferred Qualifications:
Applicants should possess a minimum 3.5 GPA and be prepared to work 9 hours per week for 3 hours of PSYC 479 course credit. Applicants who have completed PSYC 433 Basic Helping Skills will be particularly equipped for this position. Research Assistants will write a short paper at the end of the semester describing their lab experiences.

Application Procedures:
Please email a brief statement of interest, your GPA, and a resume/curriculum vitae to Kristen Pinto-Coelho at mpcrl@umd.edu with the subject "Interested in RA Position" and your last name.

Summer Internship Scholarships! Don't delay!

The University Career Center & The President’s Promise will once again offer scholarships to students seeking unpaid internships this summer. With internships increasingly becoming a gateway to full-time employment, this program serves to assist current students to obtain bright futures. Awards average between $250-$1,250 to help offset expenses while students pursue academic and career goals during a summer internship.

Eligible Candidates: All registered University of Maryland, College Park undergraduate students, who have an internship for summer 2012 and are returning to campus in September 2012, are eligible to apply. Graduating seniors (May 2012) are not eligible. Preference will be given to rising juniors and seniors and to those who have not previously received an award.

In order for your internship to qualify for funding support, it must satisfy the following criteria:

• Unpaid on-or-off campus internship
• Offered during the summer and completed byAugust 31, 2012
• Supervised by a professional in the organization

To Apply:

1. Complete an application online at: www.Careers.umd.edu/scholarships
2. Students must also submit the Supervisor Statement of Agreement, available on the website listed above.

Submission deadline: April 29 at 11:59pm

Interested in the field of mediation? Apply for this internship with the National Association of Concerned Veterans

Mental Health Internship, Internship (Fall or Spring Part-Time), Summer Internship (59035)
National Association of Concerned Veterans, Washington, DC 

This internship will provide a comprehensive view of mediation, career opportunities in conflict resolution, and the structure of a not-for-profit organization. The intern's most important role will be to serve as an active participant of the case management team or participate in groups’ facilitator. Duties include briefing and debriefing mediators on current cases, educating the public about mediation, and setting up mediations with involved parties. The intern will also visit and observe NACV mediation programs throughout Metropolitan D.C. and surrounding areas.

In addition to the case management responsibilities, the intern will dedicate time to projects that reflect both his/her individual interests and the present needs of the organization. Possible projects could include assisting the Development Director with PR research and event planning, or working with the Director of Training and Volunteer Development to coordinate training courses and continuing education events held at the Center for volunteers. The internship generally spans the summer, spring, winter and fall months. NACV accommodates scheduling conflicts such as other jobs, but the internship is designed to be a 35-40 hour per week position.

To read more about the position above, log into your C4T account (http://www.careercenter.umd.edu/) and paste the ID number (listed beside the position title) in the “Search” box

Learn about mental health careers with St. Luke's House this Thursday, April 5!

St. Luke's House: Employer Networking and Information Session
Thursday, April 05, 2012 • 04:00PM - 05:00PM
Location: University Career Center & The President's Promise (3100 Hornbake Library)
St. Luke's House will present an information session on their open positions. St. Luke's House is interested in students from Psychology, Sociology, and related 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.