Davidson College sponsors an eight-week summer academic program for undergraduates at Broughton Hospital in Morganton, N.C., a state psychiatric facility serving western North Carolina. The program is an internship in clinical settings at the Hospital; students earn credit for one course from Davidson College as Practicum in Psychology (PSY 290). This course is taught by the Psychology Department Director at Broughton Hospital who is an adjunct faculty member at Davidson College. Besides working in the hospital, students have periodic discussion sessions with the faculty member and attend a weekly seminar with presentations by clinical staff at the Hospital. Because these times are arranged once the class arrives in Morganton, students should plan on being on site five days a week for the duration of the program. The program will run from May 29 - July 20, 2012.
Participants work with hospital professionals as observers and assistants in patient treatment programs. Students may have the opportunity to participate in other hospital trainings and/or field trips to settings where activities relevant to clinical psychology are occurring. Service to the hospital is an important aspect of all placement options. In past years placement options have included the Adult Admissions Division, Psychiatric Rehabilitation Division, or Specialty Services Division, which includes the adolescent, geropsychiatry, and medical units.
Program size is 8 students. The number of applications for the program has progressively increased over the last several years. Criteria for admission, therefore, are driven in part by the number of applicants and can become competitive. Applications from students enrolled at Davidson College will receive some preferential weighting. Applicants should have completed Abnormal Psychology prior to the program's start.
Tuition and room fees total $800. No financial aid from Davidson College is available; students needing financial help should inquire at their home institutions.
For detailed information, visit the Davidson College Department's webpage:
http://www3.davidson.edu/cms/x31462.xml
The application form is also there. Deadline: APRIL 1, 2012.
Visiting the Broughton Hospital web site at http://www.broughtonhospital.org may be helpful.
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Graduation information
If you are planning to graduate in Spring 2012, the deadline for ordering your cap and gown is Sunday, April 8. All cap and gown orders must be placed online. To order your cap and gown, follow the instructions on this webpage or click the “Information for Upcoming Graduates” link from the GSW homepage. That webpage will be updated periodically with new information, so check back occasionally for updates.
All students should check their radar email accounts regularly, but this is especially important for graduating seniors, as instructions for graduation will be sent to this email address.
All students should check their radar email accounts regularly, but this is especially important for graduating seniors, as instructions for graduation will be sent to this email address.
Psychology/Sociology Club meeting
The Psychology/Sociology Club will meet on Monday, March 12 at 6:00 p.m. in either Room 3 or Room 5 (depending on how many people show up). We will be talking about internships. Some current and former internship participants will be discussing their internship experiences, and Dr. Miller will also describe the internship requirements and registration process.
Students considering an internship are strongly encouraged to attend, particularly if they’re hoping to do their internship in Summer or Fall 2012.
Students considering an internship are strongly encouraged to attend, particularly if they’re hoping to do their internship in Summer or Fall 2012.
Thursday, January 12, 2012
Writing Center Open
The Writing Center is located in Room 107 of the English Building. The goal of the Writing Center is to help students through all stages of the writing process, from idea generation through citation. They are not there to proofread your paper, but can help you develop your topic and figure out the best way to express your ideas.
If you think the Writing Center can help you with your papers for your classes, please go check them out. They are open Mondays through Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
If you think the Writing Center can help you with your papers for your classes, please go check them out. They are open Mondays through Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Psychology/Sociology Club meeting
The Psychology/Sociology Club will have its last meeting of the semester on Monday, November 28. We will meet at the aerobics room in the Student Success Center at 6:45 p.m. and participate in the regularly scheduled 7:00 yoga class. All are welcome.
Saturday, November 12, 2011
Summer research opportunity
Oklahoma State University is pleased to announce that they will be holding their summer research experience for undergraduates again in summer 2012. The goal of this program is to provide 12 undergraduate students with an in-depth, hands-on research experience focused on the biological basis of animal and human behavior. Students will be trained in the application of the scientific method to develop hypotheses, design and conduct research studies involving either animal or human subjects. Students will also be trained in the responsible conduct of research. Students will be mentored by full-time, Ph.D.-level faculty members who are tenured/tenure-track faculty with strong programs of research. Students selected for the program will be expected to devote at least 40 hours a week for research; thus, it is not possible to be enrolled in courses or other activities during the program.
Program dates: June 2, 2012-July 29, 2012
Application deadline: February 1, 2012
To be eligible, students must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident who is currently enrolled in an undergraduate program. Students must be returning seniors, not receiving their bachelor’s degree before December 2012. Each student will reside in a campus dormitory (at no cost to the student) and receive $500 per week to cover food and other living expenses. Students will receive a $500 travel stipend to pay for their travel to and from campus and a $500 additional stipend, if students present research at an academic conference.
Information about how to submit an application is available at http://psychology.okstate.edu/faculty/kennison/osunsfreu.htm.
They especially welcome applications from students from underrepresented groups, including first generation college students and students from rural areas.
Program dates: June 2, 2012-July 29, 2012
Application deadline: February 1, 2012
To be eligible, students must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident who is currently enrolled in an undergraduate program. Students must be returning seniors, not receiving their bachelor’s degree before December 2012. Each student will reside in a campus dormitory (at no cost to the student) and receive $500 per week to cover food and other living expenses. Students will receive a $500 travel stipend to pay for their travel to and from campus and a $500 additional stipend, if students present research at an academic conference.
Information about how to submit an application is available at http://psychology.okstate.edu/faculty/kennison/osunsfreu.htm.
They especially welcome applications from students from underrepresented groups, including first generation college students and students from rural areas.
Upcoming club meetings
The Psychology/Sociology Club will meet on Monday, November 14 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 5 of the Psychology/Sociology building. Our own Dr. Elizabeth Uhl will be talking about GRE preparation. Dr. Uhl has taught GRE prep classes before and will share her suggestions or tips for success with the group. All are welcome to come.
The Alliance will meet on Tuesday, November 15 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 4 of the Psychology/Sociology Building for a movie night. All are welcome to come.
The Alliance will meet on Tuesday, November 15 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 4 of the Psychology/Sociology Building for a movie night. All are welcome to come.
Monday, October 3, 2011
Cap and gown ordering information
Graduation for people who finished up in either Summer or Fall 2011 will be Saturday, December 10. If you are graduating on that date and want to order a cap and gown, the deadline for doing so is Sunday, November 13. If you do not have a cap and gown, you will not be allowed to march at graduation.
To order a cap and gown, do this:
Go to the web page
http://gsw.edu/main/graduation.html
Click the link that says "Flyer from Herff Jones"
Follow the instructions on the flyer.
To order a cap and gown, do this:
Go to the web page
http://gsw.edu/main/graduation.html
Click the link that says "Flyer from Herff Jones"
Follow the instructions on the flyer.
Monday, September 26, 2011
Psychological Science Webinar Series
Pearson Publishing and the Association for Psychological Science are presenting a series of free "webinars", web-based seminars that feature presentations from different experts in different areas of psychology. These webinars are free for anyone with an internet connection and can be accessed over an iPad, smartphone, or traditional computer.
To see a list of speakers and topics, visit the series website.
To see a list of speakers and topics, visit the series website.
Friday, September 9, 2011
Writing Center opens Monday, September 12
The University Writing Center will open on Monday, September 12. It is located in Room 107 of the English Building. The operating hours are:
9 am to 7 pm Mondays through Thursdays
9 am to 3 pm on Fridays
The director of the Writing Center, Dr. Lauren DiPaula, says: "Please encourage your students to come see us at any time and at any phase of their writing. Please also tell them to bring a description of the assignment they are completing so that the tutors can appropriately assist them."
The main focus of the Writing Center is to help students with issues such as topic development and organization. Proofreading is NOT traditionally a main focus of the Writing Center.
9 am to 7 pm Mondays through Thursdays
9 am to 3 pm on Fridays
The director of the Writing Center, Dr. Lauren DiPaula, says: "Please encourage your students to come see us at any time and at any phase of their writing. Please also tell them to bring a description of the assignment they are completing so that the tutors can appropriately assist them."
The main focus of the Writing Center is to help students with issues such as topic development and organization. Proofreading is NOT traditionally a main focus of the Writing Center.
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Upcoming meetings
The Psychology/Sociology Club will meet on Monday, September 12 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 1 of the Psychology/Sociology Building. Dr. Andrea Miller will discuss the internship program and application process. All are welcome.
Also, the Alliance will meet on Tuesday, September 13 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 4 of the Psychology/Sociology Building. All are welcome at this meeting as well.
Also, the Alliance will meet on Tuesday, September 13 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 4 of the Psychology/Sociology Building. All are welcome at this meeting as well.
Friday, April 15, 2011
Psychology/Sociology Club meeting
We have a special speaker coming up at our next Psychology/Sociology Club meeting. A representative from United Hospice in Cordele will be talking about hospice care and opportunities for student volunteer work/internships on Wednesday, April 20 at 7:30 p.m. in Room 4 of the Psychology/Sociology Building. All are welcome to attend.
Monday, March 28, 2011
Psychology/Sociology Club meeting postponed
The Psychology/Sociology Club meeting originally scheduled for tonight (Monday, March 28) at 7:30 p.m. has been postponed due to logistical issues. The officers will meet at that time. Please be on the lookout for flyers advertising the next meeting.
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Psychology/Sociology Club meeting
The Psychology/Sociology Club will meet on Monday, March 28, at 7:30 p.m. in Room 3 of the Psychology/Sociology Building. We will be watching the film "Shutter Island". All are welcome to come.
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Psychology/Sociology Club meeting
The Psychology/Sociology Club will meet on Monday, March 7 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 4 (note change from usual meeting location). The topic will be "Issues Facing the LGBT Community". Our own departmental members Courtney McDonald, Tom Johnson, and Andrea Miller will be leading the discussion along with some friends. Please come join us if you're able.
Also, on Monday, March 14 we will meet again, this time at 7:30 p.m. in Room 3 (this time the meeting location is the same as usual, but the time is different). Dr. Carrah James will be talking about her experiences in graduate school at UGA. Dr. James received her bachelor's degree in Psychology from GSW in 2003 and so can offer a perspective similar to what our students have. Please come join us for that too!
Also, on Monday, March 14 we will meet again, this time at 7:30 p.m. in Room 3 (this time the meeting location is the same as usual, but the time is different). Dr. Carrah James will be talking about her experiences in graduate school at UGA. Dr. James received her bachelor's degree in Psychology from GSW in 2003 and so can offer a perspective similar to what our students have. Please come join us for that too!
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Summer opportunity for students
Davidson-Broughton Summer Program - May 31 to July 22, 2011
Davidson College sponsors an eight-week summer academic program for undergraduates at Broughton Hospital in Morganton, N.C., a state psychiatric facility serving western North Carolina. The program is an internship in clinical settings at the Hospital; students earn credit for one course from Davidson College as Practicum in Psychology (PSY 290). This course is taught by the Staff Psychologist at Broughton Hospital who is an adjunct faculty member at Davidson College. Besides working in the hospital, students have periodic discussion sessions with the faculty member and attend a weekly seminar with presentations by clinical staff at the Hospital. Because these times are arranged once the class arrives in Morganton, students should plan on being on site five days a week for the duration of the program. The program will run from May 31 to July 22, 2011.
Participants work with hospital professionals as observers and assistants in patient treatment programs. Students may have the opportunity to participate in other hospital trainings and/or field trips to settings where activities relevant to clinical psychology are occurring. Service to the hospital is an important aspect of all placement options. Expected rotations include: Adult Services, Acute and Adult Services, Long-Term; Specialty Services, Adolescent, Specialty Services, Geropsychiatry; and Specialty Services, Deaf Services.
Program size is 8 students. The number of applications for the program has progressively increased over the last several years. Criteria for admission, therefore, are driven in part by the number of applicants and can become competitive. Applications from students enrolled at Davidson College will receive some preferential weighting. Applicants should have completed Abnormal Psychology prior to the program's start.
Tuition and room fees total $800. No financial aid from Davidson College is available.
For detailed information, visit the Department's webpage: http://www3.davidson.edu/cms/x31462.xml. The application form is also there. Deadline: APRIL 1, 2011. Visiting the Broughton Hospital web site at http://www.ncdhhs.gov/dsohf/broughton/ may be helpful.
Please direct questions about the program to Fern Duncan, Department Assistant (feduncan@davidson.edu<mailto:feduncan@davidson.edu>).
Psychology/Sociology Club meeting
The Psychology/Sociology Club will meet on Monday, February 21 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 3. We will be having a "game night" with board games and refreshments. All are welcome.
Friday, February 4, 2011
Two opportunities for students
First:
Mercer University's College of Continuing and Professional Studies offers several graduate degrees in counseling and counselor education. Mercer's Office of Admissions has scheduled several information sessions for prospective students. The sessions will be held on the following dates:
Wednesday, February 16 (School Counseling programs only)
Wednesday, March 16 (all counseling programs)
These sessions will be held at 6:00 p.m. in the Atlanta Administration and Conference Center on the Mercer Atlanta campus (2930 Flowers Road South). For more information about these sessions, please contact Ms. Mitzi Jenkins at 678-547-6411 or jenkins_mj@mercer.edu. Information about other upcoming sessions for these and other programs can be found here.
Second:
If you are interested in pursuing a career in occupational therapy, Dr. Andy Bosak in the Department of Health and Human Performance is scheduling a trip to Brenau University to visit their OT program. f you would like to go on this trip, please contact Dr. Bosak at 931-2155 or abosak@canes.gsw.edu. The trip is scheduled for mid-February, so don't delay.
Mercer University's College of Continuing and Professional Studies offers several graduate degrees in counseling and counselor education. Mercer's Office of Admissions has scheduled several information sessions for prospective students. The sessions will be held on the following dates:
Wednesday, February 16 (School Counseling programs only)
Wednesday, March 16 (all counseling programs)
These sessions will be held at 6:00 p.m. in the Atlanta Administration and Conference Center on the Mercer Atlanta campus (2930 Flowers Road South). For more information about these sessions, please contact Ms. Mitzi Jenkins at 678-547-6411 or jenkins_mj@mercer.edu. Information about other upcoming sessions for these and other programs can be found here.
Second:
If you are interested in pursuing a career in occupational therapy, Dr. Andy Bosak in the Department of Health and Human Performance is scheduling a trip to Brenau University to visit their OT program. f you would like to go on this trip, please contact Dr. Bosak at 931-2155 or abosak@canes.gsw.edu. The trip is scheduled for mid-February, so don't delay.
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Professional Development Conference
If you're considering going to graduate school to study child development or family science (including fields of study such as Sociology, Psychology, and Education), you may want to look into Arizona State University's "Professional Development Conference for Undergraduates Interested in Graduate Training in Family and Child Sciences". This is an opportunity to learn about the field of child development and family science as well as receive information about the graduate school application process and develop a network of contacts of other students and faculty members in this area. This conference is specifically aimed at students who will be seniors in the Fall 2011 semester and are planning to enter a research-based doctoral program in some aspect of child development or family studies after graduation.
Students who are selected to attend this conference will have their travel and lodging expenses paid for by the program. This is pretty cool.
If you are interested, the program's website is here and the application instructions are here. The application deadline is March 1, 2011.
Students who are selected to attend this conference will have their travel and lodging expenses paid for by the program. This is pretty cool.
If you are interested, the program's website is here and the application instructions are here. The application deadline is March 1, 2011.
Writing Center
The Writing Center is now open. The primary purpose of the Writing Center is to help students with the writing process (e.g., topic development, paper organization, APA style). It is located in Room 107 of the English building. The hours are 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday (although it's closed from 12:00-2:00 on Tuesdays and Thursdays).
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