Psychology and Child Development

College of Liberal Arts

Tuesday Newsday: November 19th

PSY&CD Department Phone/Email 

Phone: (805) 756-2033
Email: psycd@calpoly.edu

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PSY&CD SPOTLIGHT

Nominate someone for the weekly spotlight!!!

If you're interested being in the spotlight or nominating another student, faculty member, or staff member in our department, please fill out this google form.

 

 

Well done, PSY 318 Students and Professor Bartlett!

 

Members of the Psychology of Aging class team participated in the Walk to End Alzheimer's this Saturday and have raised over $1700 for the Alzheimer's Association!

 

 

 

CD/PSY 461 - ALL STUDENTS GRADUATING JUNE '25

If you are graduating in June, you will need to complete CD or PSY 461 in Winter. We are adding an extra section of PSY461 to accommodate all of the students on the waitlist for CD and PSY 461. If you cannot add yourself to one of these waitlists, please email Beatriz Peralta (bperal01@calpoly.edu).

PSY 323 - The Helping Relationship

If you have senior standing and have not taken The Helping Relationship yet, please email Beatriz Peralta (bperal01@calpoly.edu) if you’ve had any trouble registering for that course.

PSY 470 - LATINX/E PSYCHOLOGY

A new course co-developed by Dr. Bettergarcia, Dr. López, and a group of Cal Poly students will be offered for the first time this Winter (MW 12:10-2)!

PSY 470. Latinx/e Psychology. The psychological, cultural, and ecological experiences and histories of various Latinx/e groups within the United States. This course utilizes a decolonization and liberation approach to examine intersectional psychological factors for Latinx/e communities including the role of racism and marginalization. A strengths-based framework will be used, including cultural community wealth, resilience, and joy. Development of personal self-awareness of multicultural issues and culturally relevant skills.  

CD302

All CD seniors who are graduating in March and June '25 will get a seat in CD 302 in Winter or Spring. Please check your email for a message from the department chair, Dr. Langner. You should fill out our google form so that we can then send you a permission number (we are prioritizing people who are graduating soonest).

CD424

We will offer two more sections of CD424 this Winter  - it will be an online, asynchronous class. If you are unable to add yourself to the waitlist, please email Beatriz Peralta (bperal01@calpoly.edu).

Next year, we will return to in-person sections with Dr. Lee (she is on sabbatical this year).

PSY Major, CD Major, or CD Minor without enough Winter units?

Please make an appointment with department chair, Professor Langner (https://calendly.com/clangner). Monday after the break (12/2), drop-in hours are 2:30-4pm.

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.

 

UNDERSTANDING PSY&CD INTERNSHIPS

There are TWO types of internships that are usually completed in junior or senior year...

Fieldwork: Students gain experience working within local social service and governmental agencies, schools, businesses, and other organizations.

Research: Qualified students interested in research experience may find opportunities to work within faculty research labs. These positions are limited. 

See our internships page for more detail.

FIELDWORK INTERNSHIP PROCESS

Fieldwork internships in Winter 2025 are only available to students with senior standing or expected graduation dates of Winter 2025, Spring 2025, and Fall 2025.

 

**Important internship updates! Please read!! 
  • All eligible students have been invited to the internship canvas. If you did you receive an invitation to the canvas, and believe you are eligible for internship, please email Dr. Jessica Kaczorowski at jkaczoro@calpoly.edu. The eligibility criteria for internship are as follows: 1) Senior Standing; 2) Previously taken PSY 323 (PSY and CD students) and CD 230 (CD students only); and 3) plan to graduate in winter 2025, spring 2025, or summer 2025.
  • Once you have been added to the internship canvas, do the following:
    • Read through all the information thoroughly
    • Tell us your plans:
      • If you are seeking a NEW internship placement, complete the "New Internship Site Survey" (due Sunday, Oct 27)
      • If you are planning on staying at the same site for 454, completed the "Continuing at Sam Site Survey" (due Nov 8)
  • You can begin contacting sites you are interested in during Week 6. Please first email the faculty coordinator to determine whether the site is taking students next quarter. The faculty coordinator will also provide you with the contact information for the site. Faculty will not provide contact information before Week 6.
  • Feel free to email Dr. Jessica Kaczorowski at jkaczoro@calpoly.edu with questions

 

INTERESTED IN A RESEARCH INTERNSHIP?

There are additional options beyond the 'research track' (applications due at beginning of Junior year). When faculty members are looking for research interns, we will post that info in the Tuesday Newsday. Another way to seek out research experience is to talk to your professors in office hours about your interest in research and whether they know of any projects or will keep you in mind for future projects. A few of our students have secured research internships with faculty in other departments at Cal Poly and in some cases it is possible to substitute internship units for the PSYCD internship requirements.

 

Link to apply: https://forms.gle/qvhVmCpMdrcqtvSj8

 

Tentative Course Offerings (TCO) for 2024-25

Please always check our TCO because it is where we first publish our updates. When planning what you'd like to take in future quarters you can take a look at the TCO to see when sections are likely to be offered and what their modality will be (in-person vs. online).

https://psycd.calpoly.edu/undergraduate/tentative-course-offerings

 

STUDY ABROAD in Italy INFO SESSION!

The Health & Culture program is a hybrid, short-term study abroad opportunity based in Naples, Italy and featuring two PSY/CD courses (CD424/PSY465 Culture and PSY 320 Health Psychology).

 

Meet with program faculty leaders (Drs. Langner and Lee) and hear from recent study abroad alumni about their experiences abroad! INFO Session: Wednesday, 11/20, 4:30p, 47-24B

   

 

 

FLOWS deadline extended to 12/2:

 

 

 

   

Learn more

The Puente Program

Puente translates from Spanish to bridge because we like to say that we create the bridge to success. The Puente Program is a state funded program generally found in Northern California high schools and community colleges as a college preparatory program. At Cal Poly we are a club that advances the lineage of puente beyond their high school graduation or associate's degree.

This year is the first year that puente has expanded onto college campuses in order to have former puente students from high schools or community colleges come onto campus and feel an immediate community that they can identify with. Along with being a social club for Puentistas, we also host several campus tours for Puentistas who are thinking about applying to cal poly. Puente is important because it primarily serves low income, first generation students in order to restore equity and help them cross over the bridge. Puente is a family and it is open to anyone who wants to succeed, but especially those who want to see others succeed!

https://now.calpoly.edu/organization/cppuente

cppuente@calpoly.edu

 

Campus Health Resources 

-Health services  [https://chw.calpoly.edu/health/health-services and https://chw.calpoly.edu/health/pharmacy]

-Mental health services [https://chw.calpoly.edu/counseling and https://slocounselingservice.calpoly.edu/]

-Food pantry (https://basicneeds.calpoly.edu/food-resources)

Kennedy Library Resources

 

On Campus Study Locations

Click here for a list of study locations on campus. This list includes real-time occupancy information for some of the temporary spaces.

 

 

2025 National Symposium for Academic Palliative Care Education and Research
The symposium will be held at California State University San Marcos on Monday, June 2 - Tuesday, June 3, with workshops on Wednesday, June 4. 
The theme for this year’s symposium is titled: It Takes a Village to Weave Connection and Inclusivity into Compassionate Whole Person Care. We are focusing on uniting educators, healthcare professionals, researchers, students, and community leaders to develop strategies for inclusive, compassionate care. Our 2025 symposium provides a special opportunity for family therapists and students to showcase the critical role they play in supporting individuals and families facing life-changing events. 
Opportunities for Family Therapy Faculty and Students: 
Call for Abstracts: The abstract submission portal is open until January 10, 2025. This is an amazing opportunity for nursing students and faculty conducting research related to palliative care to present their work, receive feedback, and engage with an audience dedicated to enhancing care quality and inclusivity.  
Scholarships: Scholarships are available for both professionals and students to attend our 2025 Symposium. Applications for scholarships are due February 4th.  
Symposium Registration: Early Bird Registration Opens in January 2025!  
Attending the symposium will enable family therapy faculty and students to participate in poster sessions, connect with an interdisciplinary network of professionals, and join discussions focused on advancing compassionate, whole-person care. Our plenary sessions feature leading experts in palliative care, providing valuable insights on supporting families through complex health challenges. 
Additionally, we are offering post-symposium workshops on June 4, designed for students, faculty, and healthcare professionals, with hands-on approaches to implementing palliative care in both clinical and community settings. These workshops will be especially relevant for family therapists looking to expand their skills in addressing the relational and emotional needs of families impacted by serious health conditions. 
Please visit our website for more information on abstract submissions and event details, which will be regularly updated as the symposium approaches. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at palcareadmin1@csusm.edu

Graduate Program - Applied Psychology at NYU

 

The Psychology and Social Intervention (PSI) doctoral program in the Department of Applied Psychology at New York University (NYU) Steinhardt has ten faculty members who study a wide range of settings (e.g., families, schools, neighborhoods, policy contexts, programs) and interventions pertaining to child and youth development, inclusive education, mental health, intergroup relations, racial socialization, critical consciousness, social movements, suicide prevention, and poverty reduction. Current projects span local, national, and international contexts. We encourage you to visit our website to learn more about our current projects. 

 

We offer a wide variety of teaching, research, and practical opportunities for students throughout their doctoral training. We provide students with funding for all five years of the program, as well as multiple opportunities for scholarships, awards, and teaching or research assistantships.

 

We encourage students who are interested in careers in academia, policy, nonprofits, industry, and beyond. We are actively working to recruit students with a variety of lived experiences.

Research Opportunity!

The My Social Life Study (MSoL for short) at the University of California, Irvine is recruiting participants! 

We want to understand people’s everyday social lives-- their personalities, their relationships, and the good and bad events everyone goes through. Participants will enroll and do the following: 

Complete a survey via Zoom

Complete 5-minute daily check-ins for 30 days

The entire study will take place over the course of a month, and you can receive up to $75 at the completion of your participation. Please consider participating if you are from a Latino/a/x or White racial/ethnic background! Note:  You do not have to be a UCI student to participate! 

For more information, visit our website https://faculty.sites.uci.edu/crhlab/msol/ or email us at crhlab@uci.edu. If you are interested, please fill out this interest form https://forms.gle/1s5bs9GYUoVErN9C8 which also has further information about the study! Thank you for your particular interest, we look forward to your participation."

Sincerely,

The MSoL Study Team 

Hugo Sanchez Hernandez, Graduate Researcher 

Belinda Campos, Ph.D., Principal Investigator 

Department of Chicano/Latino Studies, School of Social Sciences, University of California, Irvine

Volunteer Opportunity

 

Central Coast Hospice is currently looking for CalPoly students to participate in our program. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions and to give my email to students who are interested.

Central Coast Volunteer Training

3 Wednesdays: Oct 30, Nov 6 & 13, 2024

9-4 each session

Nicki Tempesta, Central Coast Hospice Volunteer Services Coordinator, nicolette.tempesta@cchh08.com

 

CAL Fresh: You may be eligible!

We are an on-campus organization known as CalFresh Outreach. We aim to raise awareness of student eligibility for CalFresh benefits, which can provide students with up to $291/month for groceries if they qualify. 

Because of expanded eligibility through “Local Programs that Increase Employability (LPIEs),” an estimated ~15,000 students at Cal Poly are now eligible, even based only on their major. Approved programs include:

  • most undergraduate majors in CLA
  • every undergraduate major in CENG
  • every undergraduate major in CAFES
  • every undergraduate major in COSAM
  • every undergraduate major in CAED
  • most undergraduate majors in OCOB
  • many grad programs

Enrollment in one of these majors alone could make a student likely eligible for CalFresh benefits (they must also meet basic eligibility criteria). This short survey is a great resource to explore eligibility & share with students: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CALFRESHQUIZ.

Childcare Jobs

Looking for paid experiences working with children? Be sure to join the Poly Child Development Club Jobs Facebook group

The PSY&CD deparment does not advertise family care opportunities in the Tuesday Newsday; see the "Poly Child Development Club Jobs Page" at https://www.facebook.com/groups/371465039705611/. You will have to request to be added to the group and then, once approved, you will be able to post.

 

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.

 

 

Schedule an Appointment - Current Students | School of Education

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.

WONDERING WHAT INTERNSHIP AND SENIOR PROJECT ARE? HOW TO PLAN FOR THEM AND ENROLL?

Check out this FAQ and let us know if you have any additional questions: https://cpslo.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/CLA-Files/EfohkrcfG9dCoDCKTW1wGMsB0xtyD8m7yXUhOwWC6vjnvA?e=XvrCEY

For 2023-24, the Academic Advisors are:

Advisor Advising Area

Dr. Carrie Langner

Department Chair

Change-of-Major

Psychology Major 

Child Development Major

Child Development Minor

Gerontology Minor

 

Dr. Jessica Kaczorowski

(Associate Chair & Internship Coordinator)

Child Development Major 

 

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 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.

 

 

The June 4 edition of Tuesday Newsday 2023-24 is available here: Tuesday Newsday: June 4th, 2024. From there, you can browse archives from last year's editions.

October 1st, 2024

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