PSYC Good Deed Day Celebration: Good Deeds, Good Vibes

PSYC Good Deed Day Celebration

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Date: Wednesday, October 7th
Time: 12:00pm-2:00pm
Location: BPS 1140

RSVP Here: https://forms.gle/uojXnAjaQtz81Rk26

Join the Department of Psychology as we celebrate PSYC Good Deed Day! Stop by, bring a canned good to donate to the Campus Pantry, and spread some kindness at our Good Deed Stations where you can create, connect, and do a little good for others.

 
Station 1- Canned Goods Drop off: Bring a canned good to donate to the campus pantry
Station 2- Thank a Terp: Write a note of gratitude to student, faculty, or staff person
Station 3- Words of Affirmation Craft Station: Make a keychain, bracelet, or jar with words of affirmation for a loved one
Station 4- Make a Care Package: Help put together a care package for A Wider Circle

How To Land A Psychology Internship Workshop

How To Land A Psychology Internship Workshop
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
4:00 pm-5:00 pm ET

Virtual/Zoom

Learn how to identify organizations of interest, get your foot in the door with potential internship agencies, and target your resume to clinical, research, and I/O psychology related internships. This workshop is ideal for undergraduate psychology majors seeking an internship or experiential learning opportunity for Spring and/or Summer 2027.

Register at this link: https://umd.joinhandshake.com/events/2027930/share_preview

UMD Couple & Family Therapy Master's Program Info Sessions

The Couple & Family Therapy Master's Program at the University of Maryland, College Park is hosting our yearly information session for interested students. 

 
"You are invited to the Couple & Family Therapy Master's Program's 2026 Virtual Information Session to learn more about the Couple and Family Therapy Master's degree program! 

Two sessions are offered: 

Monday, October 5 at 12:30 PM EDT 

Wednesday, October 7 at 10:00 AM EDT.  Register here!

Mental health text warmline, Lean On Me CP, is accepting supporter applications! Application deadline is 9/18.

Lean On Me is a low-barrier first-line resource- not a replacement 

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for therapy. We connect UMD students with trained peer supporters for anonymous, judgment-free text conversations about anything that is weighing on you. FOR Students, BY Students!

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How To Apply: 
Interested in becoming a supporter? Lean On Me is currently accepting supporter applications through September 18th @ 11:59 pm. Apply HERE. 

Supporters must be current UMD students who are not in their final semester. No prior experience is required, just a willingness to learn, support others, and complete our training.

Learn More About Lean On Me: https://leanonmechat.wixsite.com/maryland/join

Contact Us/Get Involved:
leanonmeumd@gmail.com 

https://leanonmechat.wixsite.com/maryland

Instagram @lom_collegepark 

Help older adults combat loneliness and social isolation: Become a Conversations To Remember Volunteer!

Conversations To Remember

https://conversationstoremember.org/

Pairing college students up with older adults to help reduce loneliness and social isolation. 

Connecting older adults, including those living with cognitive decline, with young adult college students to combat the epidemic of social isolation and loneliness. Putting a smile on the faces of older adults, creating a bridge between them and youth.

Review the current volunteer roles: HERE.

Register at this link to volunteer:  https://conversationstoremember.org/volunteer/

See You @ Welcome To PSYC Day on Monday 9/14

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The UMD Department of Psychology 
Presents:

Welcome To PSYC Day
Monday, September 14, 2026
12 Noon-1:00 pm

Bioscience Research Building Colonnade (1st floor and basement)

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RSVP HERE

*Network with fellow PSYC Terps, staff, and professors
*Learn about PSYC clubs and research labs
*See everything that PSYC @ UMD has to offer!

Click HERE for a directory of programs and organizations you can engage with @ Welcome To PSYC Day!

Fall 2026 Undergraduate Teaching Assistants needed for PSYC 234 and PSYC 437!

Fall 2026 Undergraduate Teaching Assistants needed for PSYC 234 and PSYC 437!
Applications are being accepted for Fall 2026 UTAs for two courses with Instructor Dr. Abigail Nicolas: PSYC 234 (Psychology of Happiness) and PSYC 437 (Assessment & Treatment of Addictive Behaviors).

Dr. Abi is currently seeking Undergraduate TAs (UTAs) to assist with each of her courses this upcoming Fall semester.

Those who are offered the position can choose to either earn course credit by enrolling in PSYC 478 for 2 or 3 credits, or, if preferred, can volunteer their time.

Benefits include: exposure to and experience with components of the teaching process, building communication, mentoring, and assignment assessment skills; potential opportunities to give a short lecture or review; help co-facilitate in-class activities or discussions, and refresh your understanding of the course materials.

Eligibility for applying:
• You must have taken the course(s) you are applying to (i.e., PSYC 234 and/or 221) at UMD and earned a grade of "A-", "A", or "A+".

TA Responsibilities 

(9-10 hours per week for 3 credits; 6-7 hours per week for 2 credits; at least 6 hours for volunteers. --Students who can devote 9-10 hrs / wk will be preferred):

-Grading (including weekly submissions)
-Administrative tasks (including Canvas-related tasks)
-Collaborating with and working under the guidance of the instructor (and the Graduate TA, if any) and attend weekly teaching team meetingsHolding office hours to assist with student's course questions
-Providing feedback to the course instructor about the course as it proceeds
-Supporting course-related needs

Specific requirement for PSYC 234: Must be available on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30 PM - 4:45 PM to attend weekly teaching team meetings and to assist in Wednesday class discussions in HJP 0226.

Specific requirement for PSYC 437: Must be available on Mondays and Wednesdays from 11 - 11:50 AM to assist in class in PLS 1130. Must be comfortable with APA format, reading scientific articles, and evaluating critical analysis write-ups.

** Students who apply and are interested in the TA position must first and foremost be invested and committed to creating an atmosphere that values and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. This includes, but is not limited to, demonstrating empathy with students, respecting accommodations, and working collaboratively with individuals of diverse backgrounds, and making room for diverse perspectives.

How To Apply:
To apply, please complete the application form here. Applications submitted by Monday, August 31st will be provided first consideration and interviews for candidates will be conducted virtually as soon as possible. If you have any questions regarding the position or application, send an email to Dr. Abigail Nicolas at nicolasa@umd.edu.

Undergraduate Teaching Assistants needed for Dr. Barnet's PSYC 344 (Health Psychology) Fall 2026!

Applications are currently being accepted for Fall 2026 PSYC 344 UGTAs (Instructor Joseph Barnet). Dr. Barnet is currently seeking Undergraduate TAs to assist with his PSYC 344 Health Psychology course this upcoming fall semester.

Those who are offered the position can choose to volunteer their time or can earn course credit by enrolling in Psyc 478 for 2 or 3 credits.

Students that are selected and enroll in the PSYC 478 course will work collaboratively with the instructor and the teaching team. UGTA’s will also have the option (if interested) to deliver a mini lecture during the semester. UGTA’s benefit from exposure and experience to the teaching process, as well as experience in working collaboratively with a teaching team.

Eligibility for Applying:
• You must have taken PSYC344 at UMD and earned a grade of "A-", "A", or "A+".
Priority will be given to students who have earned a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA.

Priority will be given to students who can attend the class time at 3 PM on Monday and Wednesday

TA Responsibilities (9 hours per week for 3 credits; 6 hours per week for 2 credits; at least 6 hours for volunteers):

-Grading
-Leading Exam Review Sessions
-Regularly meeting with the teaching team
-Administrative tasks (including Canvas-related tasks)
-Contributing to the enhancement and development of assignments and exams
-Holding office hours to assist with student's course questions
-Providing feedback to the course instructor

Students that are interested in this position must be committed to belonging and community. This includes, but is not limited to, demonstrating empathy with students, respecting accommodations, and working collaboratively with individuals of diverse backgrounds, and making room for diverse perspectives.

How to Apply:
To apply, please send an email to Dr. Barnet jbarnet@umd.edu with a short paragraph of what makes you interested in becoming a UGTA for PSYC 344, as well as your unofficial transcript and (optionally) a resume/CV. Review of applications will start immediately and will continue until the positions are filled.

Earn credit for your Fall 2026 internship through PSYC 389 Experiential Learning!

Psychology Majors can earn academic credit for an 

in-person, hybrid, or virtual internship
through PSYC 389 Experiential Learning. 

PSYC 389 Enrollment Steps

PSYC 389 Experiential Learning is the course undergraduate psychology majors enroll in to earn academic credit for a professionally supervised and department approved internship experience. It is an asynchronous online course that assists the student in making meaning of their internship through processing, reflection, and exploration activities. 

Here are the steps for obtaining permission to register for PSYC 389. If you already have secured an internship, you can complete this learning agreement. In the summer, the course is 12 weeks, in fall and spring 15 weeks. 

Specific learning outcomes include the following:

*Engage in meaningful goal setting and problem solving relative to an internship site industry

*Communicate how one’s internship uniquely qualifies one for a future experiential learning opportunity or advanced degree

*Understand and articulate connections between one’s formal educational training in psychology and the professional work setting

*Critically examine how one’s internship is impacting one’s assumptions and beliefs about the field of psychology

*Self-Assess, manage, and apply supervisor feedback

*Effectively participate in professional development tasks that align with one’s internship and career path/goals

*Create deliverables to effectively market your internship to a future employer or Graduate School  

If you already have secured an internship, please complete the PSYC 389 Learning Contract.

Review the course syllabus

Questions contact Steve Young @ syoung17@umd.edu

Master's in Clinical Psychological Science Program: Virtual Information Sessions

The Master's in Clinical Psychological Science Program is holding virtual Information Sessions in August and September.  At these Information Sessions, attendees will learn more about the MPS program, meet the Program Director, and get answers to any questions you might have about the program and the application process.

 
Event Details:
Online (via Zoom)
Dates: Thursday, August 13th and Thursday, September 10th
Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (EST)
Location: Zoom (Zoom link will be provided via email)

How To Register:

Please email us at psycmasters@umd.edu to RSVP and receive the zoom link for our upcoming information sessions. If you have any questions or would like additional information, feel free to reach out to us at psycmasters@umd.edu.

Recent Grad Opportunity with Kennedy Krieger's Neurobehavioral Unit

Join Kennedy Krieger Institute’s Neurobehavioral Unit as a Behavior Team Associate

Help children with intellectual and developmental disabilities and severe behavioral challenges while working toward becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst® (BCBA).

You’ll enjoy a supportive team environment with great benefits and training experience.

Learn more about the Neurobehavioral Unit: https://www.kennedykrieger.org/patient-care/centers-and-programs/neurobehavioral-unit-nbu

Responsibilities
Under the direction of a faculty-level BCBA and licensed psychologist,  use the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA) to:

• Identify the causes of challenging behaviors via functional behavioral assessments, including functional analyses
• Develop and generalize function-based treatments for challenging behaviors
• Train parents, teachers, and staff
• Collect, graph, and analyze behavioral data
• Safely and effectively implement behavior management techniques

Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in psychology, education, or an allied discipline (equivalent experience may be considered)
• Coursework or experience in implementing behavioral assessment and treatment programs with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Career Benefits
• Intensive experience and training in ABA
• BCBA supervision hours available
• Opportunities to participate in research and present at Maryland Association for Behavior Analysis (MABA)
• Important experience for graduate school acceptance
• Competitive starting pay, with a $2/hour raise upon completion of

Registered Behavior Technician® coursework and $2,500 hiring and retention bonus

Apply HERE.

For more information contact:

Michelle Frank-Crawford  crawfordm@kennedykrieger.org & Sagar Patel patels@kennedykrieger.org

PSYC432: Counseling Psychology Undergraduate Teaching Assistant Position

Dr. Monica Cushnie is looking for two Undergraduate Teaching Assistants (UTAs) for the Fall 2026 semester. This is a great opportunity for anyone who is looking for a leadership position, is interested in graduate school or becoming a professor in the future, or who wants to get a behind the scenes look at how a course is developed and run.

 
UTAs may register for up to 3 credits of PSYC478 as compensation. If this is your first TA experience, you will also be asked to register for 1 credit of TLTC333.

Responsibilities/Requirements:

-Must attend class one day per week (Monday or Wednesday from 2:00pm-2:50pm)
-Respond to student questions in-class, via the course email, and through online office hours
-Lead one guest lecture with UTA peers or individually
-Grade assignments
-Attend a weekly teaching team meeting with the instructor and other TAs

Qualifications: 

-Must have taken PSYC432 and earned a grade of A-, A, or A+
-Must be committed to creating and contributing to an environment that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging

How To Apply:

If you are interested, please send an email to Dr. Monica Cushnie at msk0191@umd.edu with a short paragraph about what makes you interested in the position and your unofficial transcript. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Keep those neurons firing this summer! Take an Online Summer PSYC Course to stay on track or get ahead with your degree!

2026 Psychology Summer Course Offerings

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  TESTUDO

Session 1: June 1 to July 10, 2026
PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology
PSYC 200 Statistical Methods in Psychology
PSYC 221 Social Psychology  

PSYC 234 Living The Good Life: The Psychology of Happiness

PSYC 237 Psychology of Evil

PSYC 302 Fundamentals of Learning and Behavior

PSYC 334 Interpersonal Relationships June 1-18

PSYC 354 Multicultural Psychology in the U.S. 

PSYC 355 Developmental Psychology

PSYC 389 Experiential Learning June 1-August 21

PSYC 404 Introduction to Behavioral Pharmacology

PSYC 425 Psychology and The Law

PSYC 489W Advanced Special Topics in Psychology; Psychology of Men and Masculinity

Session 2: July 13 to August 21, 2026
PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology
PSYC 202 Introduction to Neuroscience

PSYC 221 Social Psychology

PSYC 237 Psychology of Evil

PSYC 300 Research Methods

PSYC 310 Perception

PSYC 344 Health Psychology 

PSYC 353 Adult Psychopathology

PSYC 420 Experimental Psychology: Social Psychology Lab

PSYC 433 Basic Helping Skills: Research and Practice

PSYC 437 The Assessment and Treatment of Addictive Behaviors

PSYC 489K Advanced Special Topics in Psychology: Mediation, Moderation, and Conditional Process Analysis 

Fall 2026 Undergraduate Teaching Assistants needed for PSYC 234 and PSYC 221!

Fall 2026 Undergraduate Teaching Assistants needed for PSYC 234 and PSYC 221!
Applications are currently being accepted for Fall 2026 UTAs for two courses with Instructor Dr. Abigail Nicolas: PSYC 234 (Psychology of Happiness) and PSYC 221 (Social Psychology).

Dr. Abi is currently seeking Undergraduate TAs (UTAs) to assist with each of her courses this upcoming summer semester.

Those who are offered the position can choose to either earn course credit by enrolling in PSYC 478 for 2 or 3 credits, or, if preferred, can volunteer their time.

Benefits include: exposure to and experience with components of the teaching process, building communication, mentoring, and assignment assessment skills; potential opportunities to give a short lecture or review; help co-facilitate in-class activities or discussions, and refresh your understanding of the course materials.

Eligibility for applying:
• You must have taken the course(s) you are applying to (i.e., PSYC 234 and/or 221) at UMD and earned a grade of "A-", "A", or "A+".

TA Responsibilities 

(9-10 hours per week for 3 credits; 6-7 hours per week for 2 credits; at least 6 hours for volunteers. Students who can devote 9-10 hrs per wk will be preferred):
Grading (including weekly submissions)
Administrative tasks (including Canvas-related tasks)
Collaborating with and working under the guidance of the instructor (and the Graduate TA, if any) and attend weekly teaching team meetings

Holding office hours to assist with student's course questions
Providing feedback to the course instructor about the course as it proceeds
Supporting course-related needs

Specific requirement for PSYC 234: Must be available on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30 PM - 4:45 PM to attend weekly teaching team meetings and to assist in Wednesday class discussions in HJP 0226.

Specific requirement for PSYC 221: Must be available on Fridays from 1 - 1:50 PM to assist in class discussions in BPS 1250. Must be comfortable with APA style / format.

** Students who apply and are interested in the TA position must first and foremost be invested and committed to creating an atmosphere that values and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. This includes, but is not limited to, demonstrating empathy with students, respecting accommodations, and working collaboratively with individuals of diverse backgrounds, and making room for diverse perspectives.

How To Apply:
To apply, please complete the application form here. Applications submitted by Sunday, May 31st will be provided first consideration and interviews for candidates will be conducted virtually as soon as possible. If you have any questions regarding the position or application, send an email to Dr. Abigail Nicolas at nicolasa@umd.edu.

Summer 2026 Undergraduate Teaching Assistants needed for PSYC 234 and PSYC 353!

Summer 2026 Undergraduate Teaching Assistants needed for PSYC 234 and PSYC 353!
Applications are currently being accepted for Summer 2026 UTAs for two courses with Instructor Dr. Abigail Nicolas: PSYC 234 (Psychology of Happiness) in Summer I, and PSYC 353 (Adult Psychopathology) in Summer II.

Dr. Abi is currently seeking Undergraduate TAs (UTAs) to assist with each of her courses this upcoming summer semester.

Those who are offered the position can choose to volunteer their time or, if desired, can earn course credit by enrolling in PSYC 478 for 2 or 3 credits.

Benefits include: exposure to and experience with components of the teaching process, building communication, mentoring, and assignment assessment skills; potential opportunities to give a short lecture or review; help co-facilitate in-class activities or discussions, and refresh your understanding of the course materials.

Eligibility for applying:
• You must have taken the course(s) you are applying to (i.e., PSYC 234 and/or 353) at UMD and earned a grade of "A-", "A", or "A+".

TA Responsibilities 

(9-10 hours per week for 3 credits; 6-7 hours per week for 2 credits; at least 6 hours for volunteers):
Grading (including weekly submissions)
Administrative tasks (including Canvas-related tasks)
Collaborating with and working under the guidance of the instructor (and the Graduate TA, if any) and attend weekly teaching team meetings

Holding office hours to assist with student's course questions
Providing feedback to the course instructor about the course as it proceeds
Supporting course-related needs

Specific requirement for PSYC 234: Must be able to attend Thursday's classes from 10 AM - 12 PM via Zoom and co-facilitate a discussion.

Specific requirement for PSYC 353: Must be able to attend weekly meetings with Dr. Abi and record a brief lecture presentation.

** Students who apply and are interested in the TA position must first and foremost be invested and committed to creating an atmosphere that values and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. This includes, but is not limited to, demonstrating empathy with students, respecting accommodations, and working collaboratively with individuals of diverse backgrounds, and making room for diverse perspectives.

How To Apply:
To apply, please complete the application form here. Applications submitted by Friday, May 15th will be provided first consideration and interviews for candidates will be conducted virtually as soon as possible. If you have any questions regarding the position or application, send an email to Dr. Abigail Nicolas at nicolasa@umd.edu.

Full-time Positions with The Ivymount School

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Full-Time Opportunities for Recent Graduates – 

Ivymount School (Rockville, MD)

https://www.ivymount.org/

Ivymount School is currently hiring for full-time ABA Therapist/RBT and Associate Teacher positions with a June or August start date. These roles are well suited for recent graduates interested in special education, psychology, or applied behavior analysis.

Details:

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Competitive benefits and strong professional development opportunities
Non-public special education school serving a neurodiverse student population

Learn more and apply:

Careers Page: https://www.ivymount.org/careers
Handshake: https://app.joinhandshake.com/e/68965/

Fall 2027 Internships with EveryMind

Since 1957, EveryMind has been committed to 

strengthening our community and empowering individuals to achieve their optimal mental wellness. 

Fall 2027

Support Department Internships
We are seeking interns across our support departments to help drive our mission forward. Not all impact happens in the therapy room. As a support department intern, you’ll contribute meaningful work that strengthens programs, supports clinicians, and helps ensure individuals and families receive the care they need. 

Mental Health Therapist Intern

Community Education Intern

Marketing & Events Intern

Internship @ National Defense University

Internship at National Defense University

We are currently accepting applications at the Institute for National Strategic Studies at the

National Defense University, Washington, DC for summer 2026 semester. Interviews are ongoing starting with the first round April 6-9 for the selection of the summer internship and paper writing focus during the academic year.

Internship applications of highly motivated undergraduate (3.5+ GPA; with a goal of graduate
school) and interested graduate psychology students are being accepted. If accepted, students
will be members of the Leadership Fitness Lab and work with Dr. Stephen Bowles, Ph.D. on
various topics, including:

● Strength based Positive Psychology, Mindfulness, and Well-being focused topics
● Military Couples & Soldiers and/or Spouses Resilience, PTSD, and Social Support
● Leadership, Family, Social Support and Well-Being
● Emotional Intelligence, Personality, Well-Being, and Performance in Military Recruiters
● Non-Research areas of Internship: Mindfulness Course TA

Responsibilities include:
● Literature reviews, PowerPoint presentations, poster presentations, manuscript editing, and familiarity with APA writing style and possibly AMA writing style.
● Preparing publication submissions (strong writing skills and editing skills)
● Coordination of articles with co-authors and organization of community events
● Organizing literature reviews, manuscripts, and other relevant research material
● Database entry/management/data analysis (use or ability with SPSS, Qualtrics, Excel, social media)

Inviting guest speakers to present on topics related to psychology and other special topics

Hours preferred:
● Washington, DC area (32+ hours hybrid remote and in-person combination; with an option for semester credit)
● 1-5 hours per week during school year is a follow-on option. This can be flexible, depending upon class and work schedules. We are looking for someone with an interest in research, particularly in military-related psychology, but not necessarily exclusive to that topic. If you have questions about this unpaid internship, please reach out to Lucy Shreves at lms387@georgetown.edu. 

How To Apply:

If interested, please submit CV (Resume), Unofficial Transcript, Writing Sample (3-5 pages) APA Style, & Cover Letter documents to Dr. Stephen Bowles at stephen.bowles.ndu@gmail.com. Interviews will be conducted ASAP for the summer internship.

This experience is eligible for PSYC 389 Experiential Learning Credit https://psyc.umd.edu/undergraduate/earning-internship-credit

PSYC 389 Experiential Learning is the course undergraduate psychology majors enroll in to earn academic credit for a professionally supervised and department approved internship experience. It is an asynchronous online course that assists the student in making meaning of their internship through processing, reflection, and exploration activities. Here are the steps for obtaining permission to register for PSYC 389. If you already have secured an internship, you can complete this learning agreement.

Plan to attend the PSYC Multicultural Town Hall on Wed. 4/8

Multicultural Town Hall  

When and Where?

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Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
5:00 pm-6:30 pm
1140 Biology-Psychology Building

Want to share your thoughts and discuss how we can improve diversity and inclusion in the Undergraduate PSYC program? Join PSYC students and faculty for dinner and discussion about diversity and inclusion. Attendees will have the opportunity to share their ideas for building a culture of greater inclusion and learn about the results of the multicultural survey. RSVP to attend the Department of Psychology's Multicultural Town Hall on Wednesday, April 8th from 5pm to 6:30pm in BPS1140. We look forward to seeing you there!

RSVP link: HERE.

Want to help set up, lead, and facilitate the event? Sign Up HERE!

Gain clinical experience as a Peer Coach while earning credit through HESP 397

SIGNA is accepting new applications for Peer Coach (HESP397 3 credits) and Peer Mentor (HESP 396 2 credits) positions for Fall 2026!

To learn more and apply for these amazing clinical opportunities, please complete this application. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, up until Monday, April 13th. 

More information HERE.