Psychology and Child Development

College of Liberal Arts

Tuesday Newsday: Jan 17, 2023

PSY/CD Department Phone/Email

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

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ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

Dr. Jessica Flannery PSY '10

 

A recent guest to campus asked me if I remembered Jessica Flannery, a PSY Major who graduated in 2010. And of course I did! Jessica was a research intern in my lab and we collaborated on a project in which we investigated children's play on the Preschool Learning Lab playground pre- and post-renovation.  I'd written her letters of recommendation for doctoral programs and knew she'd been accepted several places, but we'd  fallen out of touch.  Imagine being reminded of a stellar ex-student, googling her and learning that she has gone on to become an absolute ROCK STAR!  Please take a few moments to learn more about Jessica's work.  Follow her on Twitter, friend her on LinkedIn,  check out her professional webpage, and watch her Ted Talk. Then email her to tell her congrats on her post-Poly success in academia!

https://jessicaeflannery.mystrikingly.com/#about-me

Teen Behaviors TedX Talk

Have an idea for a future Alumni Spotlight or Shout Out? Email the PSY/CD Department and let us know who is doing something worthy of our attention! psycd@calpoly.edu

DEPARTMENT NEWS

Guest Speaker: Dr. Kyle Sterrett (W 1/18)

Guest Speaker: Zanaib Hosseini (Th 1/19)

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 Celia Magee cemagee@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.

CLUB EVENTS

Psi Chi

Hey Psi Chi! Join us at our Graduate panel to learn more about various career paths, graduate school routes, and tips on how to prepare. Don’t miss it next Tuesday 1/24 from 11 am to 12 pm in Construction Innovations Room C101!

 

Our clubs are amazing! Please follow their social media to learn about upcoming events. As the department learns more, we'll add information here.

CAMPUS EVENTS AND RESOURCES

Service Year Panel 1/27

Become a CLA Peer Advisor: Apply by Feb 3rd

Wazo Connect

Human Resources Management Association

Apply for the Cal Poly in Viet Nam program!!

The Cal Poly International Center in collaboration with the College of Liberal Arts is pleased to offer a faculty-led Global Program to Viet Nam in Summer 2023

Cal Poly in Vietnam  is a six-week program that will begin in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) and end in Hanoi, traveling through Viet Nam. Dr. Maggie Bodemer  will lead the Cal Poly Global Program in Vietnam: History and Culture. Students will take two courses: HIST 319 Modern Southeast Asia (GE upper D), and WLC 310 Cultures of Viet Nam (GE C4), earning 8 units of academic credit. The program provides an immersion into history and culture in Viet Nam, with service learning and interactions with Vietnamese college students. Excursions include the Hue Imperial Citadel and the former DMZ.

Check out our Cal Poly in Viet Nam video and get excited about a quarter abroad!

Review our program website and application. Please note the deadline for application submission is March 1, 2023.

We will be holding info sessions through Jan and Feb. Please check the International Center's calendar here 

Please contact Dr. Bodemer at mbodemer@calpoly.edu with any questions!

Alternative Summer Break Global Service Trip

 

    The 2023 CSU Research Competition is now open!

    The CSU Student Research Competition is held each spring to promote excellence in undergraduate and graduate scholarly research and creative activity by recognizing outstanding student accomplishments across the 23 CSU campuses.

    The competition is open to all disciplines and to current undergraduate and graduate students and 2022 alums. Cash prizes are awarded.

    Submissions are due Friday 1/20/23 at 11:59pm CA time. 

    Learn more:

    Stay up to date! Follow the Office of Student Research on Instagram @calpolystudentresearch.

    Research Integrity through a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Lens Certificate Program UPDATE: PROGRAM FOR WINTER IS FULL, WILL OPEN AGAIN IN SPRING

    As part of efforts to re-focus Cal Poly's research integrity and compliance programs to emphasize how policy and procedures related to integrity have been put in place to address issues of inequitable research practices, Research Integrity and Compliance is going to be offering a certificate program for students in Winter and Summer quarters. The certificate program will be a hybrid program involving some minimal readings, videos, and cross disciplinary interactions between students as they discuss their projects and equity and diversity within their research and would meet bi-weekly.  This first year will also be offering participation stipends to students of at least $150.

    Ryde for Rides

    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:

    OFF-CAMPUS RESEARCH, MENTORING, CONFERENCE AND OTHER PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES 

     

    NEBRASKA's Summer Research Program

    We are currently accepting applications for the Nebraska Summer Research Program at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. Our 10-week, intensive undergraduate research program offers students the opportunity to learn and conduct research in our state-of-the-art facilities while previewing graduate school life at a Big Ten institution. Most of our research experiences for undergraduates (REUs) are funded by the NSF, USDA, or NIFA.  Students will enhance their academic resume, work closely with faculty and peers, and have fun with social and professional development activities, all while receiving numerous benefits.

    Students historically underrepresented in graduate education are encouraged to apply; however, due to funding restrictions, participation is limited to U.S. citizens or Permanent Residents (those holding a green card). 

    Find the 2023 programs here. We are committed to quality mentoring and research projects and limit our summer offerings to active research labs and projects led by faculty who have established themselves as excellent undergraduate student mentors.  

    Students can apply for up to three different research groups. Priority review of applications begin Wednesday, February 1 and all applications are due by Wednesday, March 1. https://srp.unl.edu/Application

    The Neuroscience Initiative to Enhance Diversity

    Application Due: Jan 31st.
    Dates: April 20-21 2023
    All expense paid *in person* 2-day workshop at UC Davis to help students learn about graduate school and the application process.

    Social Developmental Neuroscience Fellowship Opportunities

    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.

    Western Psychological Association Annual Conference

    Happy Tuesday PSY/CD students and faculty! My name is Hector and I work as the liaison between the Western Psychological Association and our department on campus. My goal is to promote and support participation in WPA, like the annual conference, which will be held in Riverside, CA this year. This conference is a great opportunity for students to present the research projects they’ve been working on, view posters/talks from others in the field, and connect with psychology students and professors from around the country. Presenting a poster is NOT required for you to attend the conference!!  In addition, the department provides the opportunity to receive partial funding for this experience! If you have any questions about WPA, submitting your abstract proposal or psychology research in general feel free to email me hfreyes@calpoly.edu 

    Sacramento State Capital Fellow Program: Apply by 2/6

    Apply here!

    Please check Tuesday Newsday archives for past info on opportunities.

    PAID JOB 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.

    For Jobs in Early Childhood Education 

     

    Family Care Network: Rehabilitation Specialist

    Family Care Network is a progressive, dynamic non-profit organization with a 35-year history serving SLO and Santa Barbra counties through multiple programs designed to strengthen and preserve families and individuals impacted by trauma.
     
    We are looking for a full-time Rehabilitation Specialist to provide supportive and direct services to high-risk youth experiencing emotional or mental difficulties. Staff receive substantial training, support & clinical supervision. To apply, or for more information about the position please see the link below.
     

    San Francisco Giants Community Fund: Summer Job Openings

    We are looking to hire 110 Junior Giants AmeriCorps Ambassadors (300-hour service term)  and 5 Junior Giants AmeriCorps Ambassadors (675- hour service term) to serve on our team this summer and bring the Junior Giants program to life. Ambassadors are liaisons between the Giants Community Fund and our program participants and truly represent the San Francisco Giants in the community.

    Junior Giants AmeriCorps Ambassador – 675-hour Service Term – Deadline to apply is January 31*

    • positions available
    • $10,800 living stipend + $2,474 education award
    • Must be willing to travel up to 50 miles to support Junior Giants Schools in various communities.
    • March 6 - August 31 | 25-35 hrs./week
    • Job Description | Apply Here

    Junior Giants AmeriCorps Ambassador – 300-hour Service Term – Deadline to apply is April 10*

    • 110 positions available
    • $4,800 living stipend + $1,374 education award
    • April 24 - August 31 25-35 hrs./week
    • Job Description | Apply Here

    Full Time Research Recruiter: The Marcus Autism Center:

    The Marcus Autism Center, in collaboration with Emory University and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, has an immediate opening for a full-time Research Recruiter in support of ongoing studies in infant social development. This position is for Bachelor-level or above applicants with exceptional communication skills and a background or interest in participatory research and community engagement. The successful applicant will support recruitment for various longitudinal MRI studies of infants at high and low-risk for Autism Spectrum Disorders and will be an important point of first contact with families of prospective participants. Primary responsibilities include communicating technical study information to families using non-technical language, screening prospective participants for study eligibility, and initiating study enrollment. Other duties may include establishing recruitment sources, coordinating study visits, and assisting with data collection. Funding for this position is currently available for two years. The preferred start date is 16 January 2023. Preference will be given to applications received by 23 December 2022. Salary $40,000 per year plus benefits. To apply, please send CV and contact information for three references to Megan Dunlevy (Senior Program Coordinator for Community Outreach) at megan.dunlevy@emory.edu.

    Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator: Stanford Autism and Development Disorders Research Program

    Stanford University’s Autism and Developmental Disorders Research Program is seeking a new Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator to perform administrative support duties related to collecting and analyzing clinical data from children and adolescents with and without neurodevelopmental disorders. In particular, this position will involve the coordination of clinical trials that utilize non-invasive neuroimaging measures like MRI and EEG to develop biomarkers for precision psychiatry. This position coordinates all aspects of our clinical research, including recruitment, accurate data management and entry, collection of blood or saliva samples, collection and analysis of MRI and EEG data, and work with regulatory agencies, including the IRB and FDA. Previous experience obtaining MRI or EEG scans, coding to process complex neuroimaging data, coordinating medication or other clinical trials, and working with children with autism spectrum disorder is highly desirable. This position requires working some evening, night, and/or weekend shifts in order to obtain MRI and EEG scans from research participants after school or while they are sleeping. To learn more or apply, visit: https://careersearch.stanford.edu/jobs/assistant-clinical-research-coordinator-19493

    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! :)

     

    OFFICE HOURS AND ADVISING OPPORTUNITIES

     

    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.

    For 2022-23, the Academic Advisors are:

    Advisor Advising Area

    Dr. Jennifer Jipson

    Department Chair

    Change-of-Major

    Psychology Major 

    Child Development Major

    Psychology Minor

    Child Development Minor

    Gerontology Minor

     

    Dr. Denise Daniels

    (Associate Chair)

     

    Child Development Major

    Child Development Minor

    Interim Internship Coordinator

     

    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.

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