Psychology Undergraduate Newsletter
January 2016
Happy New Year!!
Spring 2016 is here and we in the PSY Department are ready to rock and roll.  Spring is full of activities and unforeseen events.  Please make sure that you plan your calendar and stay on track.
The PSY Undergraduate Office would also like to welcome a new academic advisor: Ms. Lindsay Spitzley.  Please join us in welcoming Lindsay to MSU and the Psychology Undergraduate Office.
Welcome Lindsay!!  In Her Own Words....
Hello, I am Lindsay Spitzley. I am joining the Psychology Department as an Academic Advisor in the Undergraduate Psychology Advising Center.
I completed my bachelor's degree at Central Michigan University with majors in Psychology and Family Studies. During my undergraduate program, I had the opportunity to study abroad in Paris and London on a faculty-led program. I am currently working on completing my Masters in Education with an emphasis in College Student Affairs Leadership at Grand Valley State University (GVSU) in April 2016.
Between my undergraduate and graduate programs I completed two years of national service with an AmeriCorps program. I served at Alma College working to promote college access to local K-12 youth. Before joining the Psychology Department I worked with MSU Career Services and GVSU Financial Aid. I am excited to be joining the Psychology Department and look forward to meeting with students regarding their academic and career goals.
Engagement Centers & Advising
 Students who have Freshman and Sophomore status (less than 56 credits) can be advised by Engagement Center Advisors. Please visit a Center near you.
 The locations and phone numbers for the Engagement Centers are listed below:

Brody Engagement Center - Brody Hall  517-353-3863
East Engagement Center - Hubbard Hall  517-884-3501
North Engagement Center - 2nd Floor Union Building 517-884-4050
River Trail Engagement Center - McDonal Hall  517-884-4080
South Engagement Center - Holden Hall  517-884-6680 
In This Issue
PSY Advising & Appointments
The UN Office will offer walk-ins during the 1st week of classes: January 11 - 15, 2016.  Monday 11 - Wednesday 13: 10:00 am - 12 Noon & 1:00 - 3:00 PM.
Thursday 14 - Friday 15: 1:00 - 3:00 PM.
Please note that during this time, we will be extremely busy.  There may be a longer waiting time to see an advisor.  Come prepared with your questions.

Appointments will be posted on the Advisor Scheduling System by January 11 for the following week.  Please schedule an appointment now if you need to speak to an advisor for more than 15 minutes.
Looking for a Spring Class?
PSY 381/382 - Human Service Internship
This course is designed for the student planning for a career working directly with people in need. It teaches you how to effectively help people in direct-service situations, whether through non-profit organizations (e.g., homeless shelters, domestic abuse programs, refugee services, foster care services) or government jobs (e.g., child protective services, welfare office). The class uses lectures, discussions, guest speakers, videos, homework, in class assignments, and tests to enhance your understanding of the material. Attendance is extremely important and will be strictly enforced. This course is a two semester commitment and students must agree to sign up for both semesters in order to be allowed into the course.
 
Whether you are interested in graduate school, or starting right off in a career, this experience will be very helpful!   This is a limited enrollment course, so get your application in quickly. Applications will be reviewed once a week and will get a response via email.
 
Don't miss out on this great opportunity to get involved! Brochure, Application.
 
PSY 371/372 - Adolescent Diversion Project
We are a service learning practicum/internship, operating in conjunction with Michigan State University (MSU) and the Ingham County Probate Court. The aim of this program is to divert adolescents in legal jeopardy from the juvenile system. Student will conduct an 18 week intervention with these youth. Before students are assigned a youth, they receive intensive training in intervention theories, modalities, techniques of behavior modification and youth advocacy (i.e....Social learning theory, ecological perspective, Strength-Based Philosophy, etc...).  Please note that this is also a 2 semester course.
We are looking for students for the Spring/Summer and Summer/Fall cohorts. If you are interested please contact me at: [email protected]
Spring & Summer 2016 Graduating Seniors
Do your Senior Check NOW!!
If you are planning on completing your PSY degree requirements in May or August 2016, please make sure you have done the following:
1. Submit an application for graduation by January 15.
2. Please verify with your academic advisor that with your planned enrollment you will meet all graduation requirements.  
Spring Career Services Seminars
Links will take you to pdf files
 
How To Workshops 

Resume Boot Camp
Friday, January 15
12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
TWO LOCATIONS: Career Services - 113 Student Services Building & 115 International Center

Stop Drop and Go Resumes
Bring your resume and receive 1-on-1 resume coaching
 
Don't have a resume?  No problem.  Stop on by to learn more about Career Services
Open to ALL students, ALL majors
PSY January Seminars
What Can I do to Study Better?  
Tuesday, January 19
5:30 - 7:30 PM
Room 230 PSY Building
RSVP

New Transfer Student Orientation 
Friday, January 22
11:30 - 1:00 PM
Room 120 PSY Building
RSVP

Go Study Abroad 
Friday, January 29
11:30 - 1:00 PM
Room 120 PSY Building
RSVP

Resume I: Writing your Resume 
Wednesday, February 3
4:30 - 6:00 PM
Room 105 Bessey Hall
RSVP 
University Important Dates
Spring 2016
1/11/16
Classes Begin for Spring 2016
1/15/16
Degree candidates for Spring and Summer should apply for graduation
1/15/16
Online open add period ends at 8 PM
1/15/16
Last day to change to or from CR/NC or Visitor.  Must be done in the Registrar Office by 5 PM
1/18/16
MLK - No classes
2/5/16
End of tuition refund period for Spring courses. No refund after this date

2016 Richard Lee Featherstone Endowed Prize
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The Richard Lee Featherstone Endowed Prize seeks to identify the most outstanding graduating senior, based on the criteria below, and to grant an award to be used for "future growth and development, travel, graduate study, or meditation," to quote one of the Prize founders, Gerald Faverman. In 2016, the amount awarded will be $4,000.
 
Nomination packets, including the student's essay and resume, should be delivered to the Office of the Associate Provost for Undergraduate Education and Dean of Undergraduate Studies, 312 Hannah Administration Building no later than Friday, January 29, 2016 at 5 pm. Late applications will not be considered. Please do not submit applications via email.
 
For further information, contact the Office of the Associate Provost for Undergraduate Education at (517) 353-5380 (e-mail: [email protected]) or the Featherstone Society representative, Dr. Jackie Taylor: [email protected].
Additional Information Here  
Student Position Available
The Spartan Success Scholar Coach position is designed to aid Spartan Success Scholars in achieving success during their time at Michigan State University.  This position will allow successful candidates to coach, support, mentor, and advocate for Spartan Success Scholars.  In doing so, coaches will have the opportunity to gain skills in the areas of mentoring, academic and personal coaching, and educational success initiatives through creating synergistic partnerships with various entities throughout the Neighborhoods and the greater MSU campus. 

 Applications for this position are due Monday, January 11th, 2016. Please send nominations to Christina or encourage students to apply on My Spartan Career 
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