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PSYC
Undergraduate
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PSYC UG Newsletter April 1/2022 |
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Dear students -
We are cheering you on into this last week of Winter term and the exam period! You will find study
supports in this newsletter, as well as Summer information: courses and jobs! BISC Summer program applications are due today. Remember to nominate your favourite prof and TA!
Please reach out if we can help
to support you with your studies!
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Important Dates: April 2022 |
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- Friday, April 8:
- Last Day of Winter term
- Thursday, April 14 - Saturday April 30:
- Winter term final exam period
- Friday, April 15:
- Good Friday (no classes being held)
- Thursday, May 12 - Sunday, May 15:
- Winter term deferred exam period
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As we wrap up this semester, we are sending good energy for the final week of term and the exam period!
Check out the Exam Prep module which has great tips for studying effectively for your exams.
Workshops next week:
April 4 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
April 5 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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LAST CALL - Study at the BISC - applications due today! |
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The BISC’s summer application deadline is April 1 and spots are filling up fast, so make sure to apply as soon as you can and reserve your spot at the Castle this summer! Check out some of our summer programs that still have some space available:
Castle Summer+ is a six-week program that gives you the chance to earn 9.0 units (three courses) towards your degree. You can even take on the opportunity to conduct independent research, and a three night/four-day trip to London is included.
Interdisciplinary Studies in Global Health and Disability gives you the opportunity to earn 9.0 units (three courses) in a specially curated set of courses to broaden your scope and understanding of global health and disability studies. Engage with representatives from world-renowned agencies, explore cultural and historical sites, and take part in a multi-day trip to Geneva, Switzerland.
The application process is quite simple! All you need to do is complete the BISC Campus Change Form by April 1 and I’ll take care of the rest.
Plus, the BISC has up to $4,000 in bursary funding across all summer programs! Make sure to complete the Bursary Application and submit it to bursary@queensu.ca when you apply to the BISC!
If you have any questions or would like to discuss our summer programs further, please feel free to connect with me at jacob.turcotte@queensu.ca!
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Interested in taking a summer course? You can browse for summer courses and enrol in SOLUS. Applicable to PSYC is PSYC397 (online). Check SOLUS for space and availability of courses.
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REGISTRATION F/W 2022/23 - save the date |
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Are you wondering about summer jobs? Queen's Career counsellors have created a video campaign that answers popular questions to help you get the information you need in time for Summer!
Learn more about summer opportunities here!
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Call for Nominations! PSYC TEACHING AWARD 2021-22 |
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Would you like to recognize a psychology faculty member who went above and beyond?
The Psychology DSC is now accepting nominations for the Undergraduate Teaching Award in Psychology
until the end of April. To nominate a faculty member in Psychology, please click here and fill out the survey!
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Call for Nominations! PSYC TA AWARD 2021-22 |
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If you were in a Psychology undergraduate course that included Teaching Assistants in 2021-2022 we invite you to submit your nomination for the Best Teaching Assistant in Psychology for the 2020-2021 academic year.
Did you have a Teaching Assistant in one of your courses who stood out in your mind this year?
- a TA who demonstrated an outstanding commitment to the education of students
- a TA who went that extra mile
- a TA who was approachable and interested
- a TA that made your learning experience feel welcoming and inclusive
If so, we encourage you to complete your online nomination by:
01 May 2022 at 4:30 pm Kingston time
How to Submit Your Nomination:
Go the Queen’s Qualtrics survey website at:
Results:
Watch for results to be posted on the PSYC website and the Centre for Teaching and Learning (CTL) website in June 2022.
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MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES - BROUGHT TO YOU BY YOUR DSC |
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Many thanks to the DSC for putting together a great mental health resource document!
Check out the link below:
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REMINDER - APPLY FOR GRADUATION |
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Are you completing your degree requirements this term? Make sure to apply for Spring 2022 graduation in SOLUS!
The application for graduation is open
until April 30th.
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BAILLIE AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE |
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Nominations are open until April 8 for the annual
This award recognizes exceptional high school educators. Undergraduate students who are graduating this year can nominate a high school educator who had an exceptional impact on them and their path to Queen’s!
These awards give undergraduate students in their graduating year from Queen’s University the opportunity to honour educators in Canada who, during the student’s high school career, had a decisive and formative influence on the student, and set them on the course to post-secondary education and ultimately to their graduation from Queen's.
These awards recognize an exceptional high school educator who has served as a role model and mentor to their students, instilled a love of learning, and inspired academic excellence and the pursuit of higher education.
Up to five awards will be given annually. Educator-recipients will each receive $10,000 and are recognized at convocation.
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NeuroXchange - call for presenter applications |
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Applications to present at the 2022 NeuroXChange Conference are out now! The NeuroXChange conference is hosted annually by the McMaster BioPsych Society for aspiring undergraduate students interested in the fields of neuroscience and mental health. This year the conference will take place virtually on the Hopin platform on Saturday, May 7, 2022, from 8:30 am to 4 pm.
Students presenting their research have the opportunity to win cash prizes as well as have a chance to have their research published by Meducator (McMaster Undergraduate Health Sciences Journal) and Psynapse (McMaster Undergraduate Journal of Psychology, Neuroscience, and Behaviour). The conference includes a Q&A panel of graduate students, professors, and mental health professionals. This year, we have the pleasure of welcoming two keynote speakers, Dr. Darren Kadis and Dr. William Huggons. To learn more about our keynote speakers and their research, visit nxc2022.ca!
If you are interested in presenting your research project via poster or oral presentations, please fill out the form through the following link by Sunday, April 10th at 11:59 pm: https://forms.gle/Snf982FGTCVHSgXz8.
Additionally, anyone interested in attending the conference can sign up
If you have any questions, feel free to email us at neuroxchange@gmail.com. For more information on the conference visit our website at nxc2022.ca or Instagram page @nxc2022.
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ASUS APPEALS RESOURCE CENTRE |
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Are you in the process of writing an appeals letter and looking for a second opinion? Introducing ASUS Appeals Resource Center: a new service designed to provide resources, clarify regulations, and assist in editing your appeal. Our volunteers are knowledgeable of the appeals process and have been trained to provide empathetic, confidential support. To get in touch, please visit queensasus.com/aarc and fill out the form on the website. If you have any questions, feel free to reach us at appeals@asus.queensu.ca.
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Faculty of Arts & Sciences Advising
Students can book through the online booking system (appointments become available on a rolling 48 hour basis) - click here!
Lots of great advising resources on FAS webpage - click here!
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For questions on careers/grad school, please email ug.psyc@queensu.ca to set up a meeting with Dr Norris.
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