Tuesday Newsday: Tuesday May 9, 2023
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Email: psycd@calpoly.edu
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Congratulations to Dr. Pamela Sheffler (PSY '14) who will be joining the tenure-line faculty at Landmark College in Vermont!
Dr. Sheffler graduated from Cal Poly with a B.S. in Psychology in 2014. She went on to complete a PhD in Developmental Psychology at UC-Riverside. She continued on as a postdoctoral scholar while returning to teach at Cal Poly. If you've been lucky enough to take a course with Dr. Sheffler, you'll know that she is a highly-skilled instructor. You may not know that she also has a highly-regarded research program in which she studies motivational factors in learning across the lifespan. She is also a skilled violinist who has been with the SLO Symphony since 2008. We thank Dr. Sheffler for her engagement with Cal Poly as both a student and a faculty member. We wish her the best of luck in her new position!
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Are you a graduate of PSY/CD? Do you want to flex your achievements or just share some words of encouragement with current students? Contact jjipson@calpoly.edu to be featured here in a upcoming week!
Attention Seniors Graduating Fall 2023, Winter 2024 or Spring 2023
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 should be starting the process of contacting Faculty Coordinators now.
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.
Tentative Course Offerings for 2023-24
Take a sneak peek at our plans for course offerings for next year! Pay attention to the word TENTATIVE! 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
Invited PSY/CD Talk May 18th UU Hour
Senior Project Symposium, Thursday June 1st 11 a.m.-1p.m.
The Senior Project Symposium is your time to shine! Join us for a fun time on June 1st from 11 am – 1 pm and present your senior project to the Psychology and Child Development community at Cal Poly. If you are interested in presenting, let us know by filling out the following form by 5 pm on May 19th.
Interest Form for Senior Project Symposium
Filling out this form does NOT commit you to present. We will contact all who express interest with details about how to prepare and what to expect.
PSY/CD Graduation Celebration on June 9th 6 p.m. - 9p.m.
Fall Schedule 5/11th, Registration Begins 5/19th
Apply for a 2022-23 PSY/CD Student Travel Award
The Psychology & Child Development Department has approved the use of limited discretionary funds during the 2022-23 academic year for reimbursement of student expenses related to presenting at a conference (in person or virtual). This award is also available to graduate students attending workshops or other professional development opportunities
Any Psychology or Child Development major, or Psychology graduate student, who spends personal funds towards such an activity may apply for a PSY/CD Student Award. Students may apply for one conference/workshop reimbursement per academic year. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis through June 1, 2023.
Please follow these steps at least 2 weeks before the event (if possible).
- STEP 1: Fill out the Student Award Application as soon as you know you will be requesting financial support to present at a conference or attending a workshop. You can request the application form from Beatriz Peralta bperal01@calpoly.edu
- STEP 2: If award application is approved, student will be emailed a Travel Request Form. Student are asked to submit this form at least 10 days prior to the conference.
- STEP 3: Following the conference, preapproved students must send the following information to Christi Brizzolara (cbrizzol@calpoly.edu).
- Registration fee receipt
- Description of your experience at the conference/workshop, and a reflection on how attendance contributed to your professional growth (1-2 pages)
- If a conference, evidence of your authorship role, such as an acceptance letter or copy of the conference program that includes your name and the title of your presentation.
Student Advisory Committee
The PSYCD Student Advisory Committee provides consultation to the faculty on relevant undergraduate and graduate student issues.
They are ready to bring your comments and concerns to the department so email any member directly. Read about and find contact information for the committee members here: Student Advisory Committee
Graduation Stoles
Psi Chi Membership Scholarship
Still Unsure about Post-Graduation Plans?
Join the grad panel on Tuesday, May 9th from 11am to 12pm in C101 of the Construction & Innovations Building. If you can’t make it in person, no worries!! Here’s the zoom link to join: https://calpoly.zoom.us/j/81832845766
Hey Psi Chi Graduates!
Are you interested in getting a Psi Chi cord to wear at graduation? If so, please complete this form if you are a Psi Chi member, have graduated/will graduate in Fall ‘22, Winter ‘23, or Spring ‘23: https://forms.gle/vxqNG49v6R8mMx8u8
Become a Psi Chi Board Member
Caption: Our 2023-2024 board applications are OPEN! We have lots of open positions to apply for including: treasurer, community outreach, social media, secretary, and DEI. Joining our board is great leadership experience and can help connect you with the psych community!
Use this link: https://forms.gle/UKnLd65MB5Z4G8GF8
Once the form is submitted we will consider your responses and contact you for an interview!! We look forward to seeing everyone’s applications :)
Apply to be on the 2023-24 Psychology Club Board
We are looking to interview candidates for all positions. If you are interested in being President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary, Social/DEI Chair, Media Liaison, or Event Coordinator for Psych Club visit the Psych Club Instagram page (https://www.instagram.com/cpslo.psyclub/) to read a little about the positions and fill out our application. Applications are open now until Friday 5/12/23.
If you have any questions about a position or the application process, please do not hesitate to DM this account. We look forward to seeing your applications!
Volunteers Needed for The Central Coast Childbirth Network (CCCN) Expo
CCCN Expo at The Spotted Whale (Alex Madonna Expo Center, SLO). 5-10 volunteers needed, any shift. May 12th 4-9pm and May 13th 8am-4pm.
For more information please contact zabrina@centralcoastcn.org
Become a WOW Leader
Are you passionate about helping others and being positive mentors/role models for new students? If you are interested in a WOW Leader position, click here for more information: https://forms.office.com/r/v1yjUGFwfE
Sign up for Cultural Commencement
Below are the different commencement ceremonies, sign up HERE.
Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Commencement Ceremony Saturday, June 10 | 4 - 7 p.m. | Chumash Auditorium Celebrates the personal and academic accomplishments of graduating Cal Poly APIDA students. This ceremony recognizes the students’ impact at Cal Poly in acknowledging the importance of culture and community for students from the Asian, Pan-Asian, and APIDA diaspora. Graduating students, supporters, and friends will be able to celebrate this commencement with food, keynote speakers, cultural performances, and personal memories from their time at Cal Poly. Black Commencement Ceremony Friday, June 16 | 6 - 8 p.m. | Spanos Theatre The Black Commencement Ceremony recognizes the culture and accomplishments of the Cal Poly students of the Black and African Diaspora graduating class. This commencement is designed to unite families, friends, and students to celebrate the traditional rite of passage by bridging our culture and achievements. Distinguished speakers are chosen every year to provide insightful words of wisdom and encouragement to empower students in all of their future endeavors. Students and their guests will enjoy live performances, a sit-down dinner, and the tradition of wearing Kente cloth stoles hand-woven from Africa, all add to the vibrancy. Chicanx/Latinx Commencement Ceremony Saturday, June 17 | 6 - 9 p.m. | Performing Arts Center Celebrates the culture and accomplishments of Cal Poly Latinx students. This bilingual ceremony, organized by the Chicanx/Latinx Commencement Committee, is open to all students, parents, family, and friends. The event consists of food, entertainment, guest speakers, remarks by graduating students and recognizes those who have supported Latinx students throughout their Cal Poly journey.Disability Commencement Ceremony Friday, June 2 | 2 - 3:30 p.m. | Building 124 Front Lawn Recognizing and celebrating students with disabilities who are graduating. We celebrate their success with a ceremony and reception that acknowledges their achievements and allows the opportunity for students to thank their supporters.Jewish Commencement Ceremony Friday, June 16 | 3 - 5 p.m. | Plant Conservatory Jewish commencement is a time to honor students who hold a Jewish identity in any capacity. Whether you have been involved in Jewish life or not, we want to celebrate your accomplishments! This event will involve food, students speakers, and a chance to be recognized for all of your hard work. All family and friends are welcome. Lavender (LGBTQIA+) Commencement Ceremony Friday, June 9 | 11 - 1 p.m. | Spanos Theatre Lavender Commencement recognizes and celebrates the scholarship, accomplishments, and community contributions of historically marginalized sexual and gender identities including, but not limited to, gay, lesbian, bisexual, pansexual, asexual/aromantic, queer, transgender, genderqueer, gender fluid, gender non-conforming, non-binary, agender, intersex, and questioning graduate students.Monarch Commencement Ceremony Sunday, June 4 | 1 - 3 p.m. | Pac Pavillion (Hybrid Format) Monarch Commencement recognizes and uplifts the academic accomplishments and personal successes of the undocumented and DACAmented students at Cal Poly SLO. It is an opportunity for our graduates to be in community with their families/supporters, friends and allies. We will center immigrant student stories of resilience and joy through this celebration! There will be a virtual component to this ceremony for supporters who wish to celebrate their students even from afar. Native American and Indigenous Commencement Ceremony Saturday, June 10 | 10:30 - 1:30 p.m. | Native American and Indigenous Cultural Center (NAICC) Celebrates the achievements of graduating Native American and Indigenous students.Southwest Asian North African (SWANA) Commencement Ceremony Friday, June 16 | 6 - 8 p.m. | PAC Pavillion Recognizes the culture and accomplishments of the Cal Poly SWANA graduating class. This commencement is also a time when students are able to thank their families and friends for their support along the way.
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Do you know about ACE?
The CLA Access, Community and Equity (ACE) Program helps remove barriers and improve access by providing stipends of up to $1,000 to first-generation or lower-income students specifically so they can participate in high-impact Learn by Doing experiences (including undergraduate research, global learning, service learning, internships and special projects). In addition, recipients receive mentoring and a community of support to help them take full advantage of their experience.
There IS Such a Thing as a Free Lunch/Dinner/Breakfast!
Did you know that most second-year and higher PSY and CD students are eligible to receive up to $281 a month to support buying groceries? This is because the PSY/CD program is considered an LPIE (Learning Program that Increases Employability) due to the fact that we require students to do internships! A clear win for Learn-By-Doing! You also have to meet income requirements but most students easily qualify. (First-year students are on a mealplan and so will not qualify until their second year).
It's free to apply and you get a pre-loaded card to use at local stores, or buy groceries online at Amazon or Walmart. It won’t affect your financial aid and you don’t need your parent's tax return information to apply. YOU can apply online with or without an appointment. Don't sleep on this - being a student is expensive, get help where you can!
https://www.calfreshcalpoly.org/get-calfresh
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
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
Summer Policy Internship at CAUSE
This is a nine-week remote internship program that will start on June 19. Please also send your resume to: maria@causenow.org with the subject line "CAUSE 2023 Policy Internship." EXTENDED: The deadline to apply is Friday, May 12. Students can fill out the web form here.
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.
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:
| Advisor | Advising Area |
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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.
April 11, 2023- No Tuesday Newsday
April 4, 2023 - No Tuesday Newsday
The June edition of Tuesday Newsday 2021-22 is available here Tuesday Newsday: June 7, 2022. From there, you can browse archives from last year's editions.