Psi Chi Program at 2005 EPA
Conference: Psi Chi Eastern Regional Convention Program (2005)
Download a pdf copy of this program here.
FRIDAY, MARCH 11, 2005
Psi Chi Workshop: "A Self-Assessment Tool for Measuring Readiness for Graduate Study in Psychology"
12:00 noon - 1:30 p.m., Jefferson
Chair: David Foster, University of Massachusetts Amherst Psi Chi Chapter
Participant: Robert Youth, Dowling College (Psi Chi President-Elect)
In this workshop, students will have the opportunity to learn how to assess their own preparedness for graduate study in psychology. The self-assessment workshop will show students how to "grade" themselves with respect to such things as grade-point averages, course work completed as an undergraduate, the value of non-objective criteria, traits that are differentially valued, etc. Interactive materials will be provided.
Psi Chi Distinguished Lecture: "Taking the Lab to the Field: Psychophysiological Studies of the Effects of Social Stress on Health"
1:45 - 3:15 p.m., Jefferson
Speaker: Elizabeth Brondolo, St. John's University
Chair: Vincent Prohaska, Lehman College, City University of New York (Psi Chi Eastern Vice-President)
Racial disparities in health are a matter of serious national concern. Recently investigators have suggested that social stressors, including racism and low socioeconomic status, may contribute to health risk. However, measuring exposure to these stressors and evaluating their effects on health is a significant challenge. We have been conducting a program of research to investigate the effects of social stress on mood and health. Our research team has conducted 6 studies in which we have traveled to different community sites and used surveys, and/or automated diaries and ambulatory blood pressure monitoring to understand the effects of social stress on daily life experiences and cardiovascular health. These studies illustrate the ways in which basic research conducted in community settings can shed light on important social problems.
Psi Chi Symposium: "Ethics in Teaching, Practice, and Research"
3:30 - 5:00 p.m., Jefferson
Chair: Nicole Costigan, University of Massachusetts Amherst Psi Chi Chapter
Discussant: Vincent Prohaska, Lehman College, CUNY
Teaching Ethics via the Case Method: Cases for Use in Child Psychology Classes. Tara Kuther, Western Connecticut State University
Ethics in Professional Practice: Planning for Your Future. Paul Finn, Saint Anselm College
Faculty-Student Research Contracts. Miguel Roig, St. John's University, Notre Dame College
Ethics education has been recognized as a critical component of the psychology curriculum. However, instruction in ethics often occurs tangentially to the core information in psychology courses, typically as a comment in discussions of research methodology and clinical training. In an effort to expand ethics instruction beyond current traditional coverage, panel members will introduce some new ideas and approaches to this important area. Dr. Kuther will present the results of a study in which the introduction of a set of case studies is evaluated for their effect in increasing students' sensitivity to ethical issues in applied psychological research with children. Dr. Finn will address the interface of ethics with licensure and practice by providing an overview of current trends in professional ethical misconduct based on his extensive experience as a licensing board member for the state of New Hampshire and a fellow of the Association of State and Provincial Licensing Boards. Dr. Roig will introduce a prototype Faculty-Student Research Contract that can be used as a tool for preventing possible conflicts that can arise from dysfunctional faculty-student research collaborations and for training in the responsible conduct of research. Dr. Prohaska will lead the discussion.
Psi Chi Poster Session II
3:30 - 5:00 p.m., Back Bay CD
Chair: Paul Finn, Saint Anselm College
Held in conjunction with the Personality and the Self poster session. View the Psi Chi poster participants here.
SATURDAY, MARCH 12, 2005
Faculty Advisor/Chapter President Appreciation Breakfast
8:30 - 10:00 a.m., Jefferson
Co-Chairs: Psi Chi Eastern Regional Steering Committee
All Psi Chi faculty advisors and chapter presidents are invited to attend this breakfast in appreciation and acknowledgement of their time and efforts on behalf of Psi Chi. Space is extremely limited so please reserve a spot by emailing Psi Chi Eastern Vice-President Vincent Prohaska at easvp.psichi@lehman.cuny.edu.
Psi Chi Panel: "Jump Starting Your Career in Psychology"
10:15 - 11:45 a.m., Jefferson
Chair: Jennifer O'Brien, University of Massachusetts Amherst Psi Chi Chapter
Resources and Recognition: How Psi Chi Promotes Student Research. Virginia A. Mathie, Psi Chi National Office (Psi Chi Executive Director)
How Chapters Encourage Excellence. Elizabeth Ossoff, Saint Anselm College
Doing Student Research: Publish and Flourish. Harold Takooshian, Fordham University (Psi Chi National President, 1998-99)
The Outcome: Responses From Psi Chi Alumni. Joseph Ferrari, DePaul University
Psi Chi has become a major funding source for undergraduate students conducting research. However, it also has many programs that reward excellence in research by both undergraduate and graduate students, and that encourage the dissemination of research. Individual chapters create environments that encourage their members to excel, not only in research, but also in leadership, service, and scholarship. This panel examines specific ways that Psi Chi supports students and contributes to their success.
Psi Chi Symposium: "Applying To Graduate School In Psychology: A Mini-Workshop"
12:00 noon - 1:30 p.m., Jefferson
Chair: John C. Norcross, University of Scranton
Understanding the Numbers: GPAs, GREs, Acceptance Rates, and Prerequisite Courses. John C. Norcross, University of Scranton
Identifying and Targeting Compatible Graduate Programs. Brooke J. Cannon, Marywood University
Selling It: Personal Statements and Admission Interviews. Susan K. Whitbourne, University of Massachusetts Amherst
This mini-workshop draws on accumulated wisdom, literature reviews, and recent studies to present prescriptive information on preparing for graduate school in psychology. Designed for both faculty advisors and prospective graduate students, the panelists will present strategies for preparing for admission requirements, acquiring research and practical experiences, selecting compatible graduate programs, preparing personal statements, and capitalizing on student strengths. Handouts adapted from Graduate Study in Psychology, the Insider's Guide to Graduate Programs in Clinical and Counseling Psychology, and The Complete Guide to Graduate School Admission will supplement the presentations.
Psi Chi Panel: "Maintaining Chapter Vitality"
1:45 - 3:15 p.m., Jefferson
Chair: Kelly Whitaker, University of Massachusetts Amherst Psi Chi Chapter
Participants: Al Kennedy, Stephanie Moore, Michael Chetta, Robert Youth, and Mitchell Laube, Dowling College; Johanna Caplan, Lisa Jaremka, Jason Oliver, Shawn Parker, Julia Rosato, and Briannon O'Connor, University of Buffalo, State University of New York
Two award-winning Psi Chi Chapters from Dowling College and the University of Buffalo, SUNY discuss the ways that they go about building vital groups on their respective campuses. Forming a cohesive, active chapter can often be a challenging task. Therefore, chapter representatives from these schools will talk about how large and small colleges can become "best" at what they do.
Psi Chi Poster Session I
3:30 - 5:00 p.m., Back Bay CD
Chair: Paul Finn, Saint Anselm College
See pages 124-131 of the 2005 EPA Program:
http://www.easternpsychological.org/images/programs/2005/2005_epa_saturday.pdf
Psi Chi Awards Ceremony
5:15 - 6:00 p.m., Jefferson
Co-Chairs: Vincent Prohaska, Lehman College, CUNY, and Virginia A. Mathie, Psi Chi National Office
Certificates of Recognition for Scholarly Contributions will be presented to all student Psi Chi members who presented at this conference. Psi Chi Regional Research, Regional Chapter, and Regional Faculty Advisor Awards also will be presented. Special thanks to the Psi Chi Chapter at the University of Massachusetts Amherst for serving as the host chapter for this meeting.