Tuesday Newsday: Tuesday September 26, 2023
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Email: psycd@calpoly.edu
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Department Leadership for AY 23-24
STUDENT LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
PSY&CD DEPARTMENT STUDENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE ***Seeking Self-Nominations!***
Meet once to twice per quarter with the PSYCD chair and associate chair (Drs. Langner and Kaczorowski) to provide student feedback on department initiatives. Part of this leadership opportunity includes organizing student sessions and meeting with faculty job candidates visiting campus this Fall and Winter. Please apply at the following google form!
COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS STUDENT ADVISORY COUNCIL (CLASAC)
Please consider nominating returning students or new transfers to serve on the CLASAC, which serves as the primary student advisory group to the dean. Each CLA major or graduate program (plus the WGQS Department) has two seats on the council. Nominations or self-nominations using this link are due by Friday, 9/29, at 8 p.m.
RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
RESEARCH TRACK
Are you a junior PSY/CD major thinking about pursuing a Ph.D. after graduation? Consider applying to the department's Research Emphasis Track!
The Research Emphasis Track aims to provide PSY/CD students who have a strong interest in pursuing a Ph.D. with an opportunity to participate in advanced independent research training. The track begins in junior year with a two-quarter research internship under the supervision of a faculty member and continues into senior year, culminating with a two-quarter independent empirical senior project. Applicants must be junior PSY or CD majors with a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 and major GPA of 3.5. This video provides information for interested students. Here is a link to the application (applications are due Fri, Oct 20).
Below is a list of the faculty members who are potentially accepting new Research Track students this year. We encourage you to read about their research on our Faculty Research Interests page in order to find the best fit with your interests, and reach out to them to discuss their research prior to applying (please do not apply to faculty members not on this list as they are not taking research track students this year).
Dr. Lucy Bencharit (social)
Dr. Jennifer Jipson (developmental)
Dr. Linda Lee (developmental)
Dr. James Antony (cognitive/biological)
Dr. Laura Cacciamani (cognitive/biological)
Dr. Jessica Kaczorowski (clinical)
MORE RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES!
Qualified students may gain research experience working with faculty researchers as a research intern, as part of or apart from the research track. Arranging a research internship is typically 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, however, see below for faculty members currently recruiting interns:
- Dr. Bennion & Dr. Antony are looking for research interns interested in human memory to join their lab fall quarter! At this time, we may only have capacity for senior (and possibly junior) PSY/CD majors who are looking to fulfill PSY/CD 448 or PSY/CD 449 (Research Internship) credit. However, if you're interested, please email and we may be able to find space for volunteers (or we'll at least keep your name for future quarters!). It is likely that both virtual and in-person opportunities will be available. Email Dr. Bennion asap at kbennion@calpoly.edu if you are interested or have any questions!
- Dr. Cacciamani is looking for research interns to help with a project investigating the interplay between brain stimulation, sleep, and haptic perception. The students on this project will be involved with literature searching and reading articles, designing the experiment, and collecting data on human participants. Through this internship, students will be fully trained on the theory and implementation of brain stimulation. A 12-hour/week, 2-quarter commitment is required. Strong candidates should be hard-working, detail-oriented, and have an interest in research, the brain, and cognition. This is a great opportunity for someone interested in gaining research experience before applying to PhD programs. If interested in this position, please fill out this online application, and Dr. C will be in touch. For questions, please email Lcacciam@calpoly.edu.
PSY&CD COURSE UPDATES
CALLING ALL SENIORS!
If you are now a senior based on completed coursework, make sure that your intended graduation date is updated with the Cal Poly “changing your graduation term” form on the registrar website.
Spaces Still Available in PSY&CD Fall Courses
The following courses still have availability: Social Psychology (PSY252-01), Adolescence (PSY 306), Psych of Gender (PSY 324), Intro to Clinical and Counseling Psychology (PSY370), Sensation and Perception (PSY 430), and Cross Cultural Psychology (PSY 465). The Add/Drop deadline is October 2nd.
Registration Tips
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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 until Wednesday. If you have an extenuating circumstance that you believe requires special enrollment consideration, please email Dr. Langner at clangner@calpoly.edu.
Field Internships for Winter
You are eligible IF you are graduating W24 or S24. The process will begin around week 4. 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!)
Tentative Course Offerings (TCO) for 2023-24
Please always check our TCO because it is where we first publish our updates:
https://psycd.calpoly.edu/undergraduate/tentative-course-offerings
Come Dragon Boating With Us!
Dragon boating is a team watersport that originated in ancient China. If you like kayaking, rowing, canoeing (outrigger or otherwise), or other paddle sports, there's a good chance you'll enjoy dragon boating.
We're trying to form a Cal Poly dragon boat team and are looking for folks who might want to be part of it! We're holding a free paddling clinic/workshop in Morro Bay on Sunday, October 8 from 9am-1pm--no prior experience or equipment is necessary! If you think you might be interested in joining the team and/or attending the clinic/workshop, please take a second to fill out this short interest survey and Dr. Anne Jansen will be in touch with more information; you can also reach out to her directly at amjansen@calpoly.edu.
If you have questions or want a little more information, you can attend an optional info session on Tuesday, October 3 from 11:00-12:00 in Building 38, Room 114. Stop by and bring a friend or two!
RESEARCH PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITY
Dear Participant:
You are being invited to participate in a research study. The purpose of this study is to provide a more holistic and contextualized perspective of Asian American and Asian international students’ experiences in higher education, by investigating risk and protective factors impacting Asian American students’ well-being. This study is conducted by Stephanie Chin and Dr. Amanda Mitchell of the University of Louisville, Department of Education and Human Development.
Your participation in the study will involve completing a web-based survey on Qualtrics. The study will take approximately 25-30 minutes to complete. There are no known risks for your participation in this research study other than possible discomfort in answering personal questions. The information you provide will shed light on psychosociocultural factors impacting the well-being of Asian American students in higher education. Qualtrics does not collect identifying information such as your name, email address, or IP address. Therefore, your responses will remain confidential, but absolute confidentiality cannot be guaranteed over the Internet. Your information will be stored and secured by password protected computer. The information collected may not benefit you directly. The information learned in this study may be helpful to others.
You are eligible to participate if:
* You are 18 years of age or older
* Identify as Asian or Asian American residing in the United States
* Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in the United States (Bachelor’s level and above)
Please see the study link if interested in participating.
Participants of the survey are eligible to enter a raffle for one of sixteen $20 Amazon gift cards as compensation for your time. If you choose to enter the raffle, you will enter your email address at the conclusion of the survey through a separate link. You do not need to provide your email address in order to participate.
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.
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.
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. Carrie Langner Department Chair |
Change-of-Major Psychology Major Child Development Major Child Development Minor Gerontology Minor
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Dr. Jessica Kaczorowski (Associate Chair) |
Child Development Major
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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.
PSY/CD Advising StructureThe 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.
The June edition of Tuesday Newsday 2022-23 is available here: Tuesday Newsday: June 13, 2023. From there, you can browse archives from last year's editions.