HHD Undergrad News November 29

REMINDER–SRTEs ARE NOW OPEN FOR YOU TO COMPLETE IN CANVAS. Your feedback to HHD faculty is incredibly valuable to us.  Faculty and HHD leaders review your ratings and comments, and discuss those each semester to with faculty suggesting ways we can improve courses, teaching methods, and programs.  Please take the time to complete your SRTEs–THANKS!
New and Upcoming
  • Final HHD Student Council meeting of the year, 7 pm, Monday December 3 in 359 Henderson. Come for some hot chocolate, learn about an leadership opening for the Spring semester, and have some quiet study time with other HHD students.
  • The College of Health and Human Development will be offering Summer Research Funds for undergraduates to complete research under the direction of a faculty mentor for summer 2019. Funds may be used for student expenses and project costs. Students interested in requesting this funding can fill out the form at https://hhd.psu.edu/summer-undergraduate-research-grants or submit all materials via mail/email to Heather Zimmerman, Administrative Assistant to the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Studies, 344 Health and Human Development Building, or emailed to hdh3@psu.edu. Please note faculty supervisor requirements below. Students must be enrolled in a College of HHD major or be a premajor HHD student. Deadline is January 31, 2019. Applicants will be notified by the end of March 2019 regarding funding decisions.
  • The Student Engagement Network Grant Program is accepting applications for Spring 2019! The SEN will be awarding grants of up to $3,000 to support student engagement experiences. Examples include financial support for unpaid internships or research opportunities, living expenses, travel costs, and conference fees. Grant funding can also be used to compensate a student working fewer hours in order to be involved in a student club or organization on campus. The application can be found at http://www.engage.psu.edu/students/grants/. If you have questions about the grant program or how to apply, visit us in 102 HUB-Robeson Center, email engage@psu.edu, or call us at our new number, (814) 863-5995.
  • Undergraduate students are now able to apply for the 2019 Erickson Discovery Grants, with applications due in January instead of February. Each year dozens of undergraduate students from all campuses are selected to receive a $3,500 grant in support of student engagement in original research, scholarship and creative work under the supervision of a faculty member. This year applications will be open from Oct. 15 through Jan. 21, 2019. Those interested in applying can do so here. 
  • Have you taken an ethical stand or faced an ethical challenge? The Rock Ethics Institute is proud to announce that nominations are now open for the 2018 Stand Up Awards at Penn State. This award honors Penn State undergraduate students who have demonstrated courage, fortitude, and ethical leadership by taking a stand for a person, cause, or belief. Award winners receive a monetary prize and are honored at the Stand Up ceremony in the Spring semester. Any faculty, staff, student, or community member can nominate a Penn State undergraduate student for the award. Undergraduate students from all Penn State campuses are eligible. The deadline for nominations is January 25
  • Are you a junior in HHD, interested in public service and planning on graduate school? The Truman Scholarship is an outstanding program that provides up to $30,000 in funding for graduate studies. The Truman is a highly competitive, merit-based award offered to U.S. citizens and U.S. nationals from Pacific Islands who want to go to graduate school in preparation for a career in public service. The Undergraduate Fellowship Office can help you apply https://ufo.psu.edu/fellowship/truman-harry-s-scholarship
  • The application for Lion Ambassadors is now open for current Sophomores and Juniors, and they would love to have a strong representation of College of Health and Human Development students in the new class. If you have any questions or would like further information, please feel free to reach out directly to Nick Pazuchanics at President@Lionambassadors.com. The application is due December 8 and is found at: http://www.lionambassadors.com/join.html
  • Upcoming Global Health Minor Information Sessions (2018 Fall Semester)
      •  Bennett Pierce Living Center, 110 Henderson Building Thursday, November 29 at 6 p.m. or Monday, December 10 at 3 p.m.
      • The Global Health Minor is a competitive minor, open to any Penn State student who is enrolled at the University Park campus and who has declared a major field of study. During your work in the Global Health Minor, you will complete a five -week supervised fieldwork experience in Ecuador, South Africa, or Tanzania. This experience, along with course work, will help you develop the capacity to think, talk, and write critically about global health issues and challenges and help you prepare for occupations and graduate programs that demand global thinking, understanding and experience. 
      • Advising: After attending an information session, students who are interested in applying for the Global Health Minor should schedule an advising appointment to meet with the Global Health Minor program director, Dr. Dana Naughton. Thirty-minute advising sessions may be arranged by contacting the staff of the Department of Biobehavioral Health at 814-863-7256. Application materials will be provided to students at the time of meeting. Applications are due February 15, 2019 and are distributed to students only after their meeting with the program director.
HHD HIGHLIGHTS
  • HHD students trying to arrange a Meeting with your Assigned Academic Adviser: You can view their availability and schedule an appointment through their Starfish calendar (login here: http://sites.psu.edu/starfishinfo/). For directions on how to schedule an advising appointment, please visit http://sites.psu.edu/starfishinfo/user-roles/student-users/
  • Students interested in research opportunities with faculty can learn more about working with faculty at the Research Opportunities web site. Information on funding for research related travel, grants for research and more is found there. Students can see a list of faculty and projects looking for undergraduates to be involved, searching by college, key word: https://undergradresearch.psu.edu/searchByLocation.cfm.
  • Nutr 119, Elementary Foods, has openings for non-HM and Nutrition  majors for Spring 2019!  This is a 3-credit hybrid course where lecture content and quizzes are delivered weekly on-line, and then demonstrated in a hands-on, 2-hour cooking lab each week. Section 2 has lab on Mondays from 3:35-5:30 and Section 3 on Tuesdays from 3:05-5:00. The lab emphasizes a variety of cooking techniques and a exposure to a large variety of ingredients and flavors. Each week covers a different topic, including: Yeast Breads, Fruit and Vegetables, Sauces and Culinary Dispersions, Meat and Meat Alternatives, Quick Breads and other Baked Goods.  Included below is the official course description. Any students interested in adding the course for Spring 2019 should email Jennifer Meengs at jas138@psu.edu and include their student ID and  section they would like to add.
  • Take a Professor to Lunch (or Coffee or Ice Cream): The HHD Dean’s Office will pay for lunch, coffee, or ice cream for up to five HHD students and one HHD faculty member at any one of the University’s on-campus eating establishments. As one of the most popular colleges at Penn State, we know how hard it can be to get to know your professors in our majors. But, we also know our faculty are wonderful people, and would love the opportunity to get to know you.  The charge card has a set monthly limit, so call early in the month to reserve your place. Each HHD student is eligible to participate once per semester; faculty may participate as often as they are asked! http://hhd.psu.edu/undergraduate-education/take-professor-lunch 
OTHER NEWS
  • The National Academy of Social Insurance is looking for graduate students, recent graduates, and qualified upper-division undergraduate students for placement in its twelve-week, paid, summer internships. Students interested in U.S. social insurance and related issues are encouraged to apply for one of the Academy’s nationally-competitive internship programs – the Merton C. Bernstein Internship on Social Insurance, the Somers Research Internship on Long-Term Care and Aging, the Eileen Sweeney Graduate Internship in Disability Policy, and the Rashi Fein Internship in Health Policy. See the Internship Opportunities page for descriptions of each program and online applications. The Academy’s internship program has focused on developing young leaders in the social insurance field for nearly 30 years. Think about the talented young people you know – students, mentees, interns, and relatives – and encourage them to apply for an exciting summer in Washington, DC.  Application deadline: February 1, 2019. For more information, and to apply please visit the Student Opportunities page of the Academy’s website. You can also contact the leadership development coordinator at internships@nasi.org or at (202) 452-8097. 
  • Internships at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services: https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/Results?a=HE13&hp=student&p=1
  • The Undergraduate Fellowships Office is THE place to seek help in applying for nationally competitive fellowships and scholarships, and much more.  Learn more about their resources and look at their fellowship/scholarship database to learn more https://ufo.psu.edu/current-students. Upcoming Sessions
    • Applying for the Erickson Discovery Grant: November 29, 2018, 6:00 – 7:00 PM in 107 Sackett. Learn more about applying for the Erickson Discovery Grant which offers funds to support summer research. Register to participate remotely via Zoom here: https://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WkEGAR77Q6urbwG23cudvg
    • Info Session: NIST SURF: 4:00 – 5:00 PM in 118 Thomas, December 3, 2018, 4:00 pm Learn more about NIST Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship program which offers funded, summer research opportunities for undergraduate STEM students. Register to participate remotely via Zoom here: https://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_JRduFIWkQyaDiLePGZtBmA
    • Info Session: Udall: 4:00 – 5:00 PM in 271 Willard, December 4, 2018, 4:00 pm Learn more about the Udall Scholarship which seeks future leaders in environmental fields as well as Native American and Alaska Native leaders in Native American health care and Tribal public policy. Register to participate remotely via Zoom here: https://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jx2m6lW3Tvi_PknUpvt4mQ
    • Info Session: Astronaut and Goldwater Scholarships: 11:00 – 12:00 PM in 121 Thomas, December 5, 2018, 11:00 am. The Astronaut and Goldwater Scholarships offer funding to promising sophomores and juniors intending to pursue research-based careers in approved STEM fields. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and possess a GPA of 3.7 or greater. Join us to learn more about each program including how to apply, request strong letters of recommendation, and craft a competitive application. Register to participate remotely via Zoom here: https://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RnTzbOcTTHK8UPVSezzDew
    • Info Session: Fulbright UK Summer Institutes: 11:00 – 12:00 PM 319 Sackett, December 6, 2018, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. Learn more about the Fulbright U.K. Summer Institutes which offer funding for 3 – 4 weeks of undergraduate course credit in the UK for first- and second-year undergrads with little international experience. Register to participate remotely via Zoom here: https://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fs4MwN3ESFCkpsX9c47gCA
  • EPPIC Workshops for International Students. For more info: http://www.eppic.la.psu.edu/. Upcoming Sessions:
  • Health Professions Advising Center workshops. Learn more about their group sessions and advising resources at  http://science.psu.edu/premed/advising Upcoming sessions include: 
    • PA Prep: First-year and sophomore students exploring physician assistant careers will be familiarized with the coursework, experiences, and skills needed to successfully apply to physician assistant programs.
      • Thursday, November 29, 6:00-7:00pm in 201 Thomas
    • Gap/Glide Year Seminar: Options for how to spend your time before starting a health professional program
      • Tuesday, December 4, 6:00-7:15pm in 104 Thomas
    • Medical Applicants: Junior and senior students applying for medical, dental, or podiatry school will be introduced to application timelines and strategies needed to compete successfully in the current application cycle.
      • Monday, December 3, 6:00-7:00pm in 201 Thomas
  • Apply to be a LEAP Mentor for Summer 2019! A LEAP Mentor is a student who works with a group of 24 new first-year students as they transition from high school to college during Summer Session II. Attend an information session to learn more, then visit psu.jobs to apply.  Search using keyword LEAP. Questions? Contact the Office for Summer Session at leap@psu.edu or 814-863-4174. LEAP Information Sessions:
    • Thursday, December 6 | 7:00 – 8:00 pm | 104 Thomas
  • LifeHacks are group workshops to help students manage stress, improve sleep or adjust to college life.  See https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/health-wellness/psychological-counseling/life-hacks-caps for a full schedule. Upcoming LifeHacks:
    • Monday 12/3 Endings, the Unknown, and New Beginnings: Managing the Stress of Transitions
    • Tuesday 12/4 Being Your Best Selfie: Self-Care and Kindness
    • All sessions are open to all Penn State students and no appointment is necessary. Time: 4:00 to 5:00pm Locations: Mondays (402 Student Health Center); Tuesdays: (204/205 Student Health Center).
  • The Penn State Sokolov-Miller Family Financial & Life Skills Center (https://financialliteracy.psu.edu/) is offering monthly webinars via Zoom throughout the 2018-2019 academic year from 12:00 – 1:00 PM on Tuesdays. To access any of these free webinars, please use the Zoom link provided below, no registration needed: https://psu.zoom.us/j/3845004052. Next Webinar: 
  • The Council of Sustainable Leaders unites Penn State student leaders in sustainability. Sustainability Showcases highlight work by Penn State faculty and others who are making a difference in sustainability. http://www.pennstatecsl.com/showcases-2018.html
    • Stephen Gabauer, November 30, 2018, HUB 233AB, Underdogs United Global Jersey Exchange: Engaging Athletes in Addressing Water Issues
  • Health Career Connections offers PAID Summer internships for students. Applications Open October 25. Deadline December 27: https://www.healthcareers.org/2019-hcc-summer-internship-application-now-open/
  • The LGBTQA Student Resource Center, a unit of Penn State Student Affairs, has scholarships, awards and discussion groups to support LGBTQ students and allies Information at https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/lgbtqa/. Scholarships/awards deadline is December 15.
  • Penn State Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is here for all students who need help during the semester. Visit http://studentaffairs.psu.edu/counseling/ to learn more about their services. CAPS offers group sessions for students who just want a group of supportive peers. See http://studentaffairs.psu.edu/counseling/services/CurrentGroups.shtml for a list of groups. And any student facing a crisis or knowing another student in that situation can contact a 24/7 number: 
              •   Penn State Crisis Line (24/7), (877) 229-6400
              •   Crisis Text Line (24/7) txt “LIONS” to 741741
  • Winter Celebration 2018  December 7 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm  The Arboretum invites everyone to welcome the holiday season on Friday, December 7, 2018, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at a festive gathering in the H.O. Smith Botanic Gardens. Seasonal décor will include a tall tree showcased in the Glass House in the children’s garden, and holiday trees at the overlook pavilion, in the children’s garden, and along the main walkway.A highlight of the evening will be performances on the event lawn by a cappella ensembles from Penn State and the community singing a mix of popular and seasonal tunes. Performances will begin at 5:30 p.m. Visitors are welcome to bring blankets and chairs to place on the lawn facing the stage. Hot cocoa and cider will be for sale on site. Holiday displays will remain in place until January.
HHD Research Seminars
  • Monday, December 3 Michael Do, PhD, Assistant Professor of Neurology, Boston’s Children Hospital, Harvard Medical School;  Harvard Sleep Grand Rounds, 12:00 p.m., 116 Biobehavioral Health, Sleep Grand Rounds is available by live stream webcasting. This can be accessed on any computer using (at this time) Internet Explorer 11 or Mozilla Firefox via internet URL address: https://bwhedtech.media.partners.org/programs/live/sgr/. Contact Lindsay Master at LMaster@psu.edu.
  • Monday, December 3 “Can State Policy Affect Physician Opioid Prescribing?” Hsien-Chang Lin, PhD, Associate Professor of Health Policy and Management, Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington, Health Services Research Colloquium,  11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., 118 Keller Building (Zoom:  https://psu.zoom.us/j/526737440). Contact: Tracy Johnson at tlg17@psu.edu.
  • Monday, December 3 “Intertwining Research and Social Justice to Promote Health Equity in Underserved Communities,” Dr. Bridgette Brawner, Associate Professor of Nursing, University of Pennsylvania. 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., 22 Biobehavioral Health; Host: Biobehavioral Health Department (814-863-7256).
  • Tuesday, December 4 “Recommendations for Data Collection via Amazon’s Mechanical Turk (MTurk),” Ashley Linden-Carmichael, Ph.D., Assistant Research Professor, and Loren Masters, M.S., Research Technologist, Prevention Research Center, Penn State, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., 312 BBH; Contact: Ashley Linden-Carmichael (865-7177); axc547@psu.edu.
  • Wednesday, December 5 “Missing data in multi-level process factor analysis model: A proposal on evaluation of missing data handling methods.” Linying Ji, graduate student of HDFS. QuantDev Brownbag, 12:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m., 101 HHD; Contact: Mimi Brinberg at mjb6504@psu.edu. 
  • Thursday, December 6 “Publications in Nursing and Other Related Disciplines: The Ins and Outs of Authorship,” Andrea Sillner, Ph.D., GCNS-BC, RN – Assistant Research Professor, Penn State College of Nursing; 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., 101 Nursing Sciences Building; Contact: Donna Massari 814-863-1048 or dmm497@psu.edu.
  • Thursday, December 6 “Ten Simple Rules for Structuring papers,” Konrad Körding, Ph.D., PIK University Professor, Department of Neuroscience, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, 3:05 p.m. to 4:20 p.m., 127 Noll Laboratory; Host: Department of Kinesiology (814-865-7575).
  • Friday, December 7 “How Behavior is Often Bayesian While the Brain is Not,” Konrad Körding, Ph.D., PIK University Professor, Department of Neuroscience, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, 3:45 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., 127 Noll Laboratory; Hosts: The Center for Movement Science and Technology – Huck Institutes and, The Department of Kinesiology (814-865-7575).

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