Tuesday Newsday: Tuesday June 13, 2023
PSY/CD Department Phone/Email
Phone: (805) 756-2033
Email: psycd@calpoly.edu
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As you enter final exam week, take a moment to reflect on all of the knowledge and skill that you've gained in the past year. If stress sets in, take care of yourself physically and mentally! Head to the hills or the beach for a study break. Approach each exam/paper/project with the understanding that you've worked your tail off to get where you are and have confidence in your ability to get through this last push. Be proud of your academic achievements but also remember that your worth extends beyond grades. You've got this!
CONGRATS TO GRADUATING SENIORS & GRADUATE STUDENTS!
The graduation celebration was so much fun on Friday night! Over 100 students and faculty gathered for dinner, awards, dancing and chatting. Pictures will be posted on our Instagram soon. Here is a preview but there are many many more pix and flixs for me to share!
Grads- Rep Up!
It's not too late to get a stole for the ceremony on Saturday! It's so fun to see you walk down the aisle showing everyone in attendance how proud you are to be part of the Cal Poly PSY & CD Department!
(Venmo option is available for Grad Stole purchases! Email jjipson@calpoly.edu to learn more!)
PSY/CD Pre-Gamed The Graduation Celebration
Have you noticed that our department does not have a drop-in reception (https://commencement.calpoly.edu/college) prior to the ceremony on Saturday? That is because we celebrated together with the banquet on Friday. But MANY faculty will be at the ceremony and eager to give you high fives and hugs as you pass through the faculty lines. We are excited to be there to share this meaningful moment with you!
Department Leadership Changes for AY 23-24
It is with both regret and relief that I share with you my decision to leave my role as PSY/CD Department Chair at the end of my 3-year term. It's been a wild ride and I'm grateful for everything I've learned and everyone I've had the opportunity to meet. Throughout the occasional* times of stress and challenge, I was continually inspired by my connections with students. Your enthusiasm and determination fueled my motivation and provided me with a sense of purpose and well-being. Thank you!!
I will be in the department chair role through the summer. Starting in fall, I will remain part of the department leadership team, but I will regain focus on my research and teaching. I look forward to seeing many of you in classes in the future, and if you're interested in young children's curiosity and interest-based learning, then consider joining my lab!
But the best news is....I'm thrilled to announce that beginning on September 1st, Dr. Carrie Langner will take on the Department Chair role. Dr. Langner will be a fantastic leader and I know that you will find her to be thoughtful, compassionate and strategic in helping you identify and meet your goals.
Spaces Still Available in PSY/CD Summer and Fall Courses
Registration Tips
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Spaces Held for Majors: As you register for fall, you will see that many classes have spaces held for majors. If you're a major, you may be wondering why you can't grab one of those seats. It's likely because the seats are being held for new first-year and transfer students. These students don't enroll until mid-August. Any seats not taken will open up August 26th for open enrollment.
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Understanding Waitlists: The enrollment system automatically monitors class enrollment. When a space opens up, the first eligible student from the top of the waitlist is added to the class. Not sure how to waitlist a class? Find instructions here.
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Instructor Communication: Your faculty receive many emails about course enrollment. If they do not respond to you, it's not because they don't care about your concern. Rather, faculty also have to wait for the automated waitlist process to complete - they do not receive permission codes to add students until after the 4th day of fall classes! In other words, they can't help you for several more months. If you have an extenuating circumstance that you believe requires special enrollment consideration, please email Dr. Jipson jjipson@calpoly.edu.
Field Internships for Fall
You are eligible IF you are graduating F23, W24, or S24. The process is already underway! Please check your email for an invitation to the Canvas site called PSY/CD Field Internship Orientation. This site will help you understand the steps to take to secure a field internship in Fall 2023. (You do not just enroll in internship - you start arranging your internship site the quarter before!)
For Winter internships, please look for more information around Week 4 of Fall Quarter.
PSYCD Research Internships in 2023-24
Qualified students may gain research experience working with faculty researchers. Arranging a research internship is initiated by the student. A listing of faculty research interests can be found here. Not all faculty on this list are actively conducting research at this time. Interested students will need to talk to individual faculty members about availability of research assistant positions in 2023-24. (I just learned that Drs. Antony and Bennion are taking research interns!)
Tentative Course Offerings for 2023-24
Take a sneak peek at our plans for course offerings for next year! This is a guide and things can change...but here's what we're thinking so far....
https://psycd.calpoly.edu/undergraduate/tentative-course-offerings
Fall Registration is Underway!
Wednesday, June 14th 12:00 PM-2:00 PM @ the Cal Poly MAC
The Office of University Diversity and Inclusion invites the campus community to the annual BEACoN Research Scholars Symposium which showcases research projects conducted by student and faculty teams across all 6 Academic Colleges.
The symposium is a time to celebrate these student researchers and their projects. The event will start with brief remarks by Vice President of Diversity & Inclusion, Dr. Denise Isom, BEACoN Research Faculty Fellow, Dr. Kelly Bennion, and past and current BEACoN Research Scholars. Then all are welcome to engage with the researchers and their mentors and learn from their projects.
There will be catering for all attendees from Efren's Mexican Restaurant, and Paletas provided by OUDI.
We hope to see you there!
Ryde is a service for Cal Poly students that helps you travel more affordably and comfortably! If you’re driving home, Ryde can connect you with other Cal Poly students that will split your cost of gas. If you’re looking for a way home, Ryde can connect you with to students driving your way.
Here’s more information:
- About Us
- Cal Poly CIE – Summer Accelerator Spotlight
- Cal Poly CIE – Demo Day Pitch
- Mustang News - Ryde
Cumberland University-M.S. Forensic Psychology
Cumberland University is seeking applicants to its Master of Science in Forensic Psychology. The program is a two year, 36-hour non-licensure track graduate program that is delivered in a fully online format.
MENTORING, CONFERENCE AND OTHER PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
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CHECK OUT THIS WEBSITE THAT COMPILES PAID INTERNSHIPS, CONFERENCES, GRAD SCHOOL INFORMATION SESSIONS: www.psychresearchlist.com
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THIS IS ALSO A GREAT SOURCE OF INFORMATION ABOUT GRADUATE SCHOOL, INTERNSHIPS, ETC.: www.spsp.org/resources/students
CLAREMONT GRADUATE UNIVERSITY’S M.A. PROGRAM IN “APPLIED COGNITIVE PSYCHOLOGY: USER EXPERIENCE”
The field of UX is a very hot topic with lots of job prospects. And, this is a field where a Ph.D. is not required; an M.A. is sufficient to jump into this field at a challenging professional level. The UX program at Claremont is a 2-year program that focuses on three critical domains: cognitive psychology, user experience, and research methods & statistics. Undergraduate students often ask about career opportunities doing applied research. UX is one of them.
See link below for more information about our program. Because this is a relatively new program, we will be accepting late applications; however, applying sooner is preferable to be eligible for financial aid. Interested students should contact Kathy Pezdek (Kathy.Pezdek@cgu.edu).
https://www.cgu.edu/academics/program/applied-cognitive-psychology-user-experience/
The Marcus Autism Center, in conjunction with the Emory University School of Medicine and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, is offering six fellowships, listed below. Students who will receive a bachelor’s degree by June 2023 will be eligible for the positions. The fellowships will commence in July 2023, and they are 2 years in duration. Students can find further details here.
The Cohen Fellowship in Developmental Social Neuroscience will involve cutting-edge social neuroscience research in infants, toddlers, and adolescents. Fellows will work to further the understanding of autism through eye-tracking research, guiding a project from the point of data collection to publication of results.
The Simons Fellowship in Computational Neuroscience will involve integrating computational strategies with clinical research goals. Fellows will develop methods for the analysis of visual scanning and eye-tracking data, computational models of visual salience, and data visualization techniques, all with the aim of advancing the understanding of autism and efforts at early diagnosis.
The Education Sciences Fellowship will involve research in educational innovations in autism, from early child care through high school. Fellows will learn about classroom-based interventions to increase social emotional engagement and inclusion, gaining experiences with observational research methods, cutting-edge intervention research, and implementation science approaches.
The Sally Provence Fellowship in Clinical Research will select fellows for a two-year training in clinical assessment measures and research methodologies to better understand ASD and related disabilities.
The Roger Glass Fellowship in Implementation Science will select fellows for a two-year training in research focused on translating evidence-based treatments for autism into community settings, as well as the processes and partnerships that support these efforts.
The David Satcher Fellowship in Community Engagement will select fellows for an opportunity to spend two years engaged in training in community engaged participatory research methods as they relate to ASD.
Please check Tuesday Newsday archives for past info on opportunities.
These are our most recent job postings. For previously posted opportunities, see here or use the Tuesday Newsday archives at the bottom of this page.
City of San Luis Obispo Parks and Recreation Job Opening
Site Director: This person will be responsible for overseeing two rooms, leading a team, communicating with families and school personnel and so much more. The job is currently open and will close June 19. Applicants can apply here.
Transitions Mental Health Association: Clinical/Social Work Position
Here is a link to the job posting: http://atsod.com/j/s.cfm/14XO.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Cindy Linker Behavioral Health Navigator, Transitions Mental Health Association (805)459-3409 clinker@tmha.org
Country Cottage Preschool: Teacher Positions
Country Cottage Preschool is looking for a full-time (preferred) or a part-time teacher to join our team! Our program cares for children ages 2-5. We have a 2/3 year old program, and a 4/5 year old program. We are looking for a teacher with classroom experience that can assist co-teachers in a positive, close knit, team environment. Furthermore, applicants should have great attendance, a positive attitude, and a love for working with children in the age ranges we serve. Our program is open 7:45 – 5:30 and applicants must be flexible on scheduling. Shifts we are looking for: Full-time (PREFERRED) Part-time (Monday through Friday) 830-130, 9-2, 1-5:30 When you apply, please specify if you are able to work full-time or part-time. $17-20/hour. Please submit cover letter, references, resume, and unofficial transcripts or proof of completed or in progress coursework in ECE or child development to info@countrycottageslo.com
TRUST Automation: Part time Preschool Teacher Assistant
Trust Children's Center is a high quality, children's center born out of the belief in work-life balance and the importance of our children. Trust Children's Center's curriculum incorporates Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM) and the philosophies of the Outdoor Classroom into natural children's play. The Trust Children's Center is a self-run, day care center sponsored by Trust Automation. Employees of the Trust Children's Center are employed by Trust Automation, a fast-growing company in San Luis Obispo which designs, builds, and supports control and power management systems.
The Teacher Assistant position will be responsible for assisting with the academic, social-emotional growth and development of all children attending the Children’s Center. Age groups may include infants, toddlers and/or preschool age children. Pay scale for this position - $16 to $18 hourly
https://trustchildrenscenter.com/about-us/jobs
Family Care Network
Rehabilitation Specialist
Social Worker/Therapist
Pay Scale $65,520.00 - $90,854.40: 40 hrs. - Full-Time/Exempt position in San Luis Obispo County.
- Provide case management and social work services, including: case assessment, treatment planning,progress reports and evaluations, scheduling of required appointments, parent support, training, maintaining regular case notes of client and agency activities and attending multi-disciplinary treatment team or similar meetings.
- Provide mental health services, including: assessment, child and family team meetings, individual, group and family therapy, rehabilitation, brokerage crisis intervention.
- Provide transitional living services including life skill assessment and skill development in critical life domains. May supervise In-home support or youth development staff.
- Must be able to work with clients with severe emotional needs in diverse settings, including family homes, residential care, juvenile justice facilities, schools, and other community settings.
Program Supervisor/Transitional Aged Youth Program
Pay Scale $$72,612.80 - $92,955.20: 40 hrs. - Full-Time/Exempt position in San Luis Obispo County.
- Program Supervisor shall be responsible for providing supervision and direction in case management, social work and therapeutic activities in their assigned program, including, but not limited to the following:
- Assigning caseload
- Conducting regularly scheduled staff meetings;
- Reviewing treatment plans, incident reports, case notes, required documentation and related MediCal procedures and requirements;
- Coordinating services with other FCNI programs.
- Ability to provide on-call 24/7 support as assigned.
- Ability to provide strong leadership within the organization and the community.
- May represent the agency or participate in whatever community meetings, workshops/seminars, public or private advisory boards, or professional organizations as best serves the agency, and as authorized by the COO/Director of Clinical Services.
- Provide counseling services, facilitation and coordination of multi-agency child and family team meeting and crisis interventions as assigned.
- Supervise staff in:
- Performance evaluations
- Corrective Action Plans
- Provide individual supervision as needed
- Facilitate group supervision meetings
- Provide BBS clinical supervision within scope of BBS guidelines (when eligible and assigned)
- Participate in the hiring and training of staff as assigned
Apply: Careers in Environmental + Youth Activism
Looking for a career that allows you to learn skills in advocacy and organizing? The Student PIRGs are hiring for positions starting in Fall 2023, with some immediate positions available, to make a difference on important problems facing our communities. Apply today.
Looking for paid experiences working with children? Be sure to join the Poly Child Development Club Jobs Facebook group! I know - Facebook! So old school BUT THERE ARE OPPORTUNITIES! :)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How can I learn more about senior project?
We have updated information about Senior Projects on the department website.
- PSY/CD 461 is a seminar-style class where you attend class and work with a team to identify an area of interest and conduct a literature review on that topic. Registration for this is through the usual process.
- PSY/CD 462 is a supervision-mode class where your team gets matched with a faculty advisor who guides you in developing and conducting a project related to your literature review from PSY/CD 461. The final deliverable includes a written paper that usually consists of sections typical to APA articles (Abstract, Literature Review, Method, Results, Discussion, References).Registration for this is by permission number given out during PSY/CD 461.
Planning your schedule for the year?
We have updated the Tentative Course Offerings link to reflect the courses we are offering this academic year. REMEMBER, however, things can change so check back often.
And as always....
What Kind of Advising is Available?
I have a question related to GE requirements...
The advisors in The College of Liberal Arts Advising Center can answer your questions about General Education (GE) requirements, registration, academic planning, support services, major changes, and academic policies and procedures.Additional useful academic resources can be found on Cal Poly's Enrolled Students web page, including links to the Cal Poly catalog, registration information, academic records and evaluations, finals schedules, etc. Website: https://cla.calpoly.edu/student-resources
In-Person & Zoom Appointments: Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm (Closed for lunch from 12:00 – 1:00 pm)
Zoom Drop-in Advising: Monday – Friday, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm & 2:00 pm – 4:00pm
I have a question related to major and/or minor requirements in Psychology, Child Development, or Gerontology...
The Psychology and Child Development Department has several faculty members who serve as academic advisors for our majors and minors. Students are invited to attend office hours or make appointments with any of these advisors. For advisor contact information and office hours, click here.
For 2022-23, the Academic Advisors are:
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Dr. Jennifer Jipson Department Chair |
Change-of-Major Psychology Major Child Development Major Psychology Minor Child Development Minor Gerontology Minor
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Dr. Taylor Smith (Associate Chair) |
Psychology Major Psychology Minor |
I have a question about graduate school and/or careers...
All active faculty in the Psychology and Child Development Department hold weekly office hours to support students in talking about educational and career plans. For advisor contact information and office hours, click here.
Career Paths & Faculty Advisors
PSY/CD Advising Structure
The main roles of each of our advisors is outlined below, however our motto is: When in Doubt, Seek Someone Out! You are welcome to contact any faculty member for support and they will direct you to the most appropriate person depending on your needs. Click here PSY/CD Advising to read about the new PSY/CD process for helping you!
How Can I Sign Up for an Appointment?
Office hours are posted on the PSY/CD Website (or use QR code below). Unless indicated, office hours are opportunities to drop-in with advising questions, career/graduate school questions, or just to introduce yourself and chat.
