2012 Psi Chi Midwestern Regional Convention – 2012 Program
THURSDAY, MAY 03, 2012
Psi Chi Poster Session I
Applied and Social Psychology Posters
8:30–9:20 a.m., Upper Exhibit Hall
Moderator: David Kreiner, University of Central Missouri
Psi Chi Poster Session II
Biological, Experimental, Health, and Clinical Psychology Posters
9:30–10:20 a.m., Upper Exhibit Hall
Moderator: Leslie Cameron, Carthage College (WI)
Psi Chi Poster Session III
Cognitive and Developmental Psychology Posters
10:30–11:20 a.m., Upper Exhibit Hall
Moderator: Regan Gurung, University of Wisconsin–Green Bay
Psi Chi Poster Session IV
General Psychology and Clinical Posters
11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m., Upper Exhibit Hall
Moderator: Karl Bailey, Andrews University (MI)
Psi Chi Poster Session V
Cognitive and Social Posters
12:30–1:20 p.m., Upper Exhibit Hall
Moderator: Leanne Olson, Wisconsin Lutheran College
Psi Chi Poster Session VI
Social Posters and Psi Chi Regional Award Winners
1:30–2:20 p.m., Upper Exhibit Hall
Moderator: Daniel Corts, Augustana College (IL; Psi Chi Midwestern Regional Vice-President)
Psi Chi Symposium
Strategies of Effective Leaders
2:30–3:20 p.m., Salons 6 and 7
Moderator: Susan Amato-Hendersoon, Michigan Technological University (Psi Chi President)
Moderator: Jason Young, Hunter College, CUNY
This interactive session will present several challenges that may be faced by Psi Chi chapter leaders and members and discuss possible strategies dealing with the challenges. We will discuss several different leadership styles and conclude that the best leadership strategy is often dependent upon the situation.
Psi Chi Awards Presentation and Reception
3:30–5:00 p.m., Crystal Room
Host: Daniel P. Corts, Augustana College (Psi Chi Midwestern Regional Vice-President)
Host: Susan Amato-Henderson, Michigan Technological University (Psi Chi President)
Hosts: Psi Chi Steering Committee: Karl Bailey, Andrews University (MI); Regan Gurung, University of Wisconsin–Green Bay; David Kreiner, University of Central Missouri; Leanne Olson, Wisconsin Lutheran College; Leslie Cameron, Carthage College (WI)
All Psi Chi students and faculty advisors are invited to come and enjoy refreshments and to recognize the achievements of our student researchers. Awards will be presented at 4:00 p.m.
FRIDAY, MAY 04, 2012
Psi Chi Symposium
"Your Questions (and Our Answers) About Graduate School Admissions: Three Heads ARE Better Than One"
9:00–10:00 a.m., Salons 6 and 7
Chair: Mitchell M. Handelsman, University of Colorado Denver
Chair: Scott W. Vanderstoep, Hope College (MI)
Chair: R. Eric Landrum, Boise State University (ID)
Is the personal statement that important? What's with the new GRE? How do I secure strong letters of recommendation? Attend this session for answers to these questions (and more). If two heads are better than one, then three heads are statistically significantly better than two -- and we provide nuanced answers to help you become a savvy and successful graduate school applicant.
Psi Chi Distinguished Lecture
"How Our Words Reveal Who We Are"
10:30–11:30 a.m., Red Lacquer Room
Speaker: James Pennebaker, University of Texas
Moderator: Jason Young, Hunter College, CUNY
James Pennebaker, PhD, will describe how the words we use reflect who we are. He has produced substantial research indicating how words provide clues to understanding individuals’ personalities and social situations and the effects our language use can have on psychological well-being and physical health.
Psi Chi Conversation Hour
11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m., Red Lacquer Room
Moderator: Jason Young, Hunter College, CUNY (Psi Chi President-Elect)
All students are invited to remain for a conversation hour with Dr. Pennebaker immediately following his talk.
Psi Chi Symposium
"Careers for Psychology Majors"
1:00–1:50 p.m., Salons 6 and 7
Chair: David Kreiner, University of Central Missouri
There is a myth that no jobs are available for psychology majors. The reality is that the skills that psychology majors develop apply to a wide variety of careers, some requiring graduate education and some requiring only a bachelor’s degree. We will also discuss what psychology students should do to prepare themselves for success after graduation.
Psi Chi Symposium
"Psi Chi Q&A"
2:00–3:00 p.m., Salon 1
Chair: Michele Rumpf, Psi Chi Chief Operations Officer
Did you know that Psi Chi does more than just recognize academic achievement in psychology? In this session, you will get to meet representatives from our staff, and get a behind-the-scenes look at all the programs, activities, grants, and awards available through Psi Chi.