2012 New England Psychological Association Program
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2012
Psi Chi Panel
Psi Chi–Past, Present, and Future
9:00–10:20 a.m.
Chair: Florence L. Denmark, PhD, Pace University, NY (1980–81 Psi Chi Past President)
Presenters: Mercedes A. McCormick, PhD, Pace University (Psi Chi Eastern Regional Vice-President)
Sally Capanzano, Pace University (Chapter President)
This presentation will discuss Psi Chi’s past, present, and future significance as the International Honor Society in Psychology. Highlights of this presentation will focus on how Psi Chi promotes student leadership and provides grant, research, and publication opportunities for student members. An educational DVD featuring famous psychologists will be shown and supplement the discussion. The conclusion of the presentation will discuss publishing opportunities available to Psi Chi chapter members to advance their career in psychology. Key points from a proposed chapter ("Positive nations encourage students to pursue careers in psychology: Co-curricular activities and student development"—in the book Positive Nations-Positive Communities [in press, Springer, 2013]) will be addressed.
Psi Chi Workshop
Seminar–Graduate School 101
10:30–11:20 a.m.
Chair: Mercedes A. McCormick, PhD, Pace University
Presenter: Carlos A. Escoto, PhD, Eastern Connecticut State University
This seminar will provide an overview on graduate training in psychology for advisors and students. Topics to be covered include acceptance rates, tools for selecting graduate programs, preparing graduate school applications, and costs of graduate school.
Psi Chi Symposium
Graduate Education in Psychology: Opportunities and Options in a Challenging Market
11:30–12:20 p.m.
Chair: Mercedes A. McCormick, PhD, Pace University
Presenters: Tony D. Crespi, EdD, ABPP, University of Hartford, CT
Scott Ratchford, PhD, Berlin Public Schools, CT
Tara DeLuco, MS, University of Hartford
The theme of this presentation is to discuss healthy choices for deciding upon a graduate program in order to meet career goals and achieve job placement in the future. What degree program may be best for you: MA, PhD, or PsyD? What field of interest should you study: clinical psychology, school psychology, counseling, or marriage and family therapy? Indeed, for students interested in graduate education the choices can seem overwhelming: full-time, part-time, master’s degree or doctorate? More important, what employment opportunities accompany differing degrees? This presentation examines graduate education opportunities with attention to both doctoral and master’s degree options and opportunities. For students interested in graduate education, the applied nature of the presentation will be engaging and helpful. Ample opportunity for questions and discussion will be provided.
Psi Chi Panel
Encouraging Undergraduate Student Research in Psychology: From Start to Contribution to the Field
12:30–1:20 p.m.
Chair: Florence L. Denmark, PhD, Pace University
Panelists: Paul E. Finn, PhD St. Anslem College, NH; Conducting a Research Study
Elizabeth Ossoff, PhD, St. Anslem College; What to Expect From the Institutional Review Board (IRB)
Vincent Prohaska, PhD, Lehman College, CUNY; Getting Psi Chi Chapters and Members to Apply for Psi Chi Grants and Research Funding
This panel presentation is an interactive seminar where participants will learn more about conducting a research study, the Institutional Review Board (IRB) process, and how Psi Chi chapters and members may become more involved in conducting research. It is expected that a lively atmosphere will be created that will enhance participants understanding of the research process.
Psi Chi Distinguished Lecture
One World Over the Rainbow?
The Grey, the Dull, and the Bright in Global LGBTQ Rights
1:30–2:20 p.m.
Speaker: Sharon Gayle Horne, PhD, University of Massachusetts Boston
Dr. Sharon Horne will present a creative, contemporary discussion about LGBT issues concerning college students and their future psychosocial adjustment in society. She will draw upon LGBT research conducted by herself and her research team of students (e.g., attitudes, sexual minority, women's gender identity, and expression). Dr. Horne will address international concerns and attitudes regarding LGBT issues based on her research conducted in Russia, Central Asia, Romania, and Hungary. Dr. Horne will integrate into her talk her experience representing APA Network on LGBT at the 2012 International World Congress in Cape Town, South Africa.
Psi Chi Session
Find Your First Career With a BA Degree in Psychology
2:30–3:20 p.m.
Chair: Sally Capanzano, Pace University
Presenter: Maggie R. Becker, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, MA (Assistant Director of Career Development Center)
Psychology is a key area of interest for undergraduate students in today’s society, but what happens after one’s undergraduate career? This presentation will focus on career opportunities that follow after receiving a bachelor’s degree in psychology. Different career options, the importance of getting exposure in industry, and suggestions and resources for preparing for different career paths involving psychology will be discussed.
Psi Chi Award Ceremony
3:30–4:30 p.m.
Psi Chi student members presenting at 2012 NEPA will receive a certificate from Psi Chi International Honor Society of Psychology.
List of Award Winners