New and Upcoming

• Academic Calendar Reminder:
  • Summer Registration begins February 4. Remember all World Campus classes are open for summer registration.  Work ahead, catch up or just take that tough class when you can focus on it.  Check LionPath for the courses offered.
  • Summer Study Abroad Deadline is February 1 Check out HHD programs (Pre-med in the West Indies? Biking in Copenhagen? Parks and Rec in Tanzania? Hospitality in Europe?: https://hhd.psu.edu/undergraduate/study-abroad/hhd-study-abroad-programs
  • This is a great study abroad program for research-minded students: https://hhd.psu.edu/undergraduate/study-abroad/hhd-study-abroad-programs The University of Auckland has once again selected Penn State as the recipient of 5 student scholarships for the Northern Hemisphere Summer Research Program! On this program, students will conduct a research project under the supervision of a professor at the University of Auckland for eight weeks between June and August. Students will receive s stipend of up to NZ $4,000 and NZ $2,000 towards the cost of travel. Research programs to which students can apply are listed at the Northern Hemisphere Summer Research Scholarship program website. The application deadline is February 4, 2019.  Students should email the University of Auckland directly at summerresearch@auckland.ac.nz with any questions. 
• DEADLINE TODAY!!! 
• 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 is due January 31 and 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.
• DEADLINE TOMORROW!!
• If you are a first year student, applications are now open for the Presidential Leadership Academy and are due February 1. “The Presidential Leadership Academy is for those who want to think critically about important issues. Those who want to make the tough decisions. Those who want to make a difference in the world and lead by example. Those like you — Penn Staters who want to become the leaders of tomorrow.” Learn more and apply: https://academy.psu.edu/prospective/applications.cfm
• Health Promotion and Wellness, a unit of Penn State Student Affairs, is currently accepting applications for HealthWorks, a peer outreach and education program designed to advocate health among students at University Park. Applications for the 2019-20 academic year are currently being accepted through Feb. 1. HealthWorks offers two unique opportunities for students with an interest in health and wellness to get involved on campus. These opportunities include facilitating one-on-one wellness services to peers and outreach and promotion through workshops and other initiatives. During the application process interested students will have the option to prioritize which opportunity they are most interested in.
• The Amgen Scholars Program continues to offer undergraduates the opportunity to collaborate with faculty at top institutions on cutting-edge scientific research at ten renowned U.S. host institutions. Applications for the 2018 U.S. Amgen Scholars Program are now online.  Note that applicants do not need to currently attend one of the host institutions to participate. In fact, Amgen Scholars have represented over 680 colleges and universities to date. Applications close February 1 (February 15 for the California Institute of Technology). Eligibility requirements, as well as site-specific programming information, is available via amgenscholars.com. 
• 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. 
• DEADLINE/EVENTS NEXT WEEK  
• Spring Career Days 2018 February 5 – February 6  February 5: Non-Technical Full-Time, Internship and Co-op February 6: Technical Full-Time, Internship and Co-op 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Bryce Jordan Center http://careerfairs.psu.edu/Spring/student/Default.shtml
  • Virtual Resume Review on Feb 4
  • Have you registered on Nittany Lion Careers??: http://nittanylioncareers.psu.edu/
  • See the employers coming!
  • Want to connect with alumni in your field? Check out LionLink: https://psulionlink.peoplegrove.com/
  • Interested in representing your student group and your leadership skills? Join us for the Networking & Professional Etiquette Dinner. Connect with organizations attending Spring Career Days during a mocktail hour before a presented etiquette dinner. Join guided discussions with employers, have a great meal, and learn how to represent yourself at the table.This event is free for Penn State students thanks to the generous sponsorship of Kohl’s. Tuesday, February 5, 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. REGISTER NOW
• Applications for the Women’s Leadership Initiative are OPEN! College of Health and Human Development Women’s Leadership Initiative Information Sessions  
  • Eligibility: Open to students in the College of Health and Human Development and the College of Nursing who will be juniors during the 2019-20 academic year. 
  • Visit www.hhd.psu.edu/wli for full eligibility requirements.  Application Deadline: February 8, 2019    Build leadership skills and experiences • Network with women leaders • Gain academic credit
• Penn State’s Outdoor School is seeking counselors for the Spring semester. Outdoor School is a four-day, residential program for upper-elementary school students, run by Penn State’s nature center, Shaver’s Creek, and staffed by Penn State student counselors: https://www.shaverscreek.org/penn-state-students/outdoor-school/be-an-outdoor-school-counselor/
  • Penn State students must first submit an application. Students who are accepted will be registered for SciEd 140 or RPTM 140, Outdoor School Field Experience for academic credit concurrent with ODS. Counselors attend two required training sessions prior to the start of Outdoor School. Deadline: Feb 4
• Pink Zone–On Sunday, February 10, join the College of Health and Human Development, the College of Nursing, and the HHD Alumni Society in supporting breast cancer awareness by attending our Pink Zone 2019 pre-game reception and the Penn State Lady Lions Pink Zone Basketball game against the Michigan Wolverines.   Tip Off: 2:00 p.m.
  • To get tickets: Penn State students get in free with their student IDs. To reserve your free tickets through us please contact Brooke Owen (email: B.Owen@psu.edu) in the HHD Alumni Relations Office. 
  • Pre-Game Reception: Whether you purchase tickets through us or sit elsewhere, please join us at 12:30 a.m. in Room E/F at the Bryce Jordan Center for light refreshments (enter from the Founder’s Entrance on the East side of the BJC). There is no cost to attend the reception. Friends and family members of all ages are welcome. The Nittany Lion often joins us, and we are hoping for a repeat visit!  Pre-Game Reception: 12:30 p.m. Register Here for the reception.
• TestLab at Happy Valley LaunchBox —  Deadline February 4. HAVE AN IDEA FOR A BUSINESS, BUT NOT SURE WHERE TO START?  Apply to Idea TestLab at the Happy Valley LaunchBox. 4, 2 hour sessions over 5 weeks to help you figure out if you can turn your idea into a viable business, access to 1-on-1 mentoring, 24×7 access to LaunchBox for duration of program. MORE: https://launchbox.psu.edu/ideatestlab/. Applications open until Feb 4th at midnight. 
• IDEAMAKERS CHALLENGE.  Students – Do you have an early-stage idea for a startup company where IT is a core part of the solution? Do you want to be mentored by experienced entrepreneurs and experts, and gain experience in pitching your own business idea? Consider applying to the IdeaMakers Challenge! See attached flyer and learn more at: http://ideamakers.ist.psu.edu | Questions: ideamakers@ist.psu.edu | Applications due by Sunday Feb 3, midnight 2.       
• PENN STATE SMEAL SUPPLY CHAIN PITCH COMPETITION. Smeal’s Center for Supply Chain Research™ (CSCR™) and The Farrell Center for Corporate Entrepreneurship and Innovation are once again hosting the 2019 Penn State Smeal Supply Chain Pitch Contest open to all Penn State undergraduate students at all Commonwealth campuses. This year’s contest final round will be held on Monday evening, April 1st, in the Steimer Auditorium in the Forest Resources Building at University Park, but students must submit their application by Wednesday, February 6th, to be considered for the contest. Through the generosity of CSCR™ Corporate Sponsors, the 2018 top four teams won awards totaling $12,500. Currently, the 2019 contest sponsor roster includes Wegmans, KANE is Able, Lansdale Warehouse, and CVS Health, and we hope to add several more contest sponsors before the April 1st final round. See attachment, view contest details and complete your application to compete at sites.psu.edu/scpitch
• Info Session: Research and You: Unpacking Undergraduate Research and Creative Inquiry, February 5, 2019 11:00 – 12:00 PM in 312 Boucke: If you wonder what “research” means, especially as an undergraduate student, or you want to know more about finding undergrad research opportunities, then this info session is for you. We will demystify research across disciplines, teach you how to find those opportunities, talk through finding mentors, and explain how to use your interests and scholarship to create a unique research project.
• Fulbright U.K. Summer Institutes: The Fulbright U.K. Summer Institutes are three-to-four week programs for first or second-year U.S.-citizen undergraduate students with little prior international experience. Participants can explore the culture, heritage, and history of the U.K. while experiencing higher education at a U.K. university. The Summer Institutes will cover the majority of participant costs.  This includes round-trip airfare from the U.S. to the U.K., tuition and fees at the host university/institution, accommodation and meals and in some cases a small daily allowance. Application Deadline: February 6, 2019 Fields of Study: Business, Communications and Journalism, Education, Health-related, Humanities and Social Sciences, International Relations and Public Policy, STEM, Visual and Performing Arts. URL: Fulbright U.K. Summer Institutes
• Info Session: Gilman Scholarship, February 6, 2019, 11:00 – 12:00 PM in 120 Sackett, The Gilman Scholarship offers funding for undergraduates who are U.S. citizens receiving Federal Pell Grants to participate in study abroad programs worldwide. Learn how to apply and what the reviewers are looking for, and ask any questions you have about the program.  
• Health Professions Advising Center workshops. Learn more about their group sessions and advising resources at  http://science.psu.edu/premed/advising Upcoming sessions include: 
  • 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. Tuesday, February 5, 6:00-7:15pm in 104 Thomas
• McKinsey Freshman Diversity Leadership Academy: Apply by February 28, 2019 The McKinsey Freshman Diversity Leadership Academy aims to support talented Black, African American, Hispanic, Latino, and/or Native American college freshmen in their professional growth. Through a 1.5-day program, students will be able to build their leadership, team problem-solving, and case preparation skills. In addition, they will learn more about the management consulting industry, careers at McKinsey, and our application process. The event will take place on April 5th – 6th , 2019, in Norwalk, CT. Travel expenses will be covered. Please submit your resume and short essay HERE by February 28, 2019. Selected applicants will be notified by March 9, 2019. Learn more at www.mckinsey.com/careers and www.facebook.com/reallifeatmckinsey 

HHD HIGHLIGHTS

• HHD Student Council Meeting, 7 pm, Monday Feb 11 in 359 HHD Building. Learn how to follow up on Career Fair job and internship leads and come hear about the upcoming Impact Career Fair.
• Are Mom and Dad coming to campus?  Want to impress a special person? Don’t they deserve the best meal in Happy Valley?  Make them take you to CAFE LAURA THEME DINNERS: https://cafelaura.psu.edu/theme-dinner-schedule. Let our Hospitality Management students show you what fine dining really means.
• HHD Student Organizations!! Are you ready for the switch to Orgcentral? https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/involvement-student-life/student-organizations/orgcentral-launch. Make sure you attend a seminar and learn how to make sure your org benefits from the new system
• A new semester long residential program, Study Away Pittsburgh, is a good alternative learning experience for junior and senior level students. Study Away Pittsburgh is an affordable, transformative, urban educational experience for Penn State students in fall 2019. Modeled after Study Abroad, students are placed with community partners, and participate in an in-depth, community based learning experience in sustainability while residing in Pittsburgh for the entire semester. The community partners that students are placed with include non-profit advocacy groups, governmental agencies, multidisciplinary design firms, health care providers, socially responsible businesses and many more. To learn more about the semester long residential program in Pittsburgh, please visit http://studyawaypittsburgh.psu.edu Any questions please contact Lisa Vavro at lkv10@psu.edu
• Global Health Minor: 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.
• The nomination period for the 2019 Staff Recognition Award Program is now open. Is there an HHD staff member who you think should be nominated? Someone who has made life better for students like you? Send an email to dgs4@psu.edu and let us know who that is.
  • STAFF EXCELLENCE AWARD Purpose: The purpose of this award is to recognize a Penn State University staff person who demonstrates integrity, respect, and excellence in all aspects of their position.
  • STAFF MORALE AWARD Purpose: The purpose of this award is to recognize a Penn State University staff person who demonstrates enthusiasm and optimism in order to create a positive, inclusive, and supportive work environment for all. 
  • STAFF LEADERSHIP AWARD Purpose: The purpose of this award is to recognize a Penn State University staff person who demonstrates excellence in leadership and serves as a positive role model for others.
• 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.
• 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

AWARDS AND NOMINATIONS

• The Undergraduate Exhibition All Penn State undergraduate students, regardless of campus location, are eligible to enter the Undergraduate Exhibition.  The 2019 exhibition will feature different presentation types within two different time slots:
  • Engagement Experience Poster Exhibition (11 am – 1 pm) Posters highlighting student achievements in engaged learning experiences (NOT a research poster)
  •  Undergraduate Exhibition for Research, Inquiry, or Creative Activity (4 – 7 pm) Traditional research posters
  • Oral research presentation— 5 minute presentation for disciplines or projects for whom traditional research posters are not traditionally used
  • Performance – 5 minute performance (music, writing, poetry reading, dance, theatre, etc.)
  • Questions about the Undergraduate Exhibition may be directed to Alan Rieck, Assistant Vice President and Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Education, at 814-863-1864 or ajr83@psu.edu.
• Undergraduate Research Conference Travel Support  Penn State undergraduates who are presenting the results of their research or creative work at national or regional professional conferences may request financial support to defray the costs of attendance at the conference. 
• HHD Student, Faculty and Staff Award nominations are open!  Nominations are due January 31 for the following awards (link to applications):
  • Small Project Grants Nomination deadline: March 15, 2019–The Small Project Grant program provides students and faculty members with an additional source of funding for projects that benefit the University community and/or enhance students’ experiences in the College of Health and Human Development. Such projects may include, but are not limited to, student organization service projects or events, undergraduate or graduate student research not pertaining to a thesis or dissertation, and projects that promote collaboration among students and faculty members.

FUNDING, INTERNSHIPS, AND MORE

• The Autism Science Foundation invites applications from highly qualified undergraduates interested in pursuing basic and clinical research relevant to autism spectrum disorders during the summer. Deadline is Feb 18. The proposed research must be scientifically linked to autism or a closely related field. Autism Science Foundation will consider all areas of related basic and clinical research including but not limited to: human behavior across the lifespan (language, learning, communication, social function, epilepsy, sleep, self-injurious behavior, catatonia), neurobiology (anatomy, development, neuro-imaging), pharmacology, neuropathology, human genetics, genomics, epigenetics, epigenomics, immunology, molecular and cellular mechanisms, studies employing model organisms and systems, and studies of treatment and service delivery.http://autismsciencefoundation.org/what-we-fund/apply-for-an-undergraduate-summer-research-grant/
• Study Abroad Applications and Deadlines for Spring: https://global.psu.edu/category/how-apply
• The Penn State Philadelphia Center is seeking interns for Summer 2019. Areas of student interest for Internship: Urban Agriculture; Food Policy; Community Development; Nutrition Education; Youth Leadership Development; Social Media/ Public Health Communication. These internships are paid and are open to current students or recent graduates. Info: https://psu.jobs/job/8466
• The Fund for American Studies is accepting applications for the Summer 2019 Academic Internship Program in Washington, DC.  The comprehensive program includes academic coursework through George Mason University, an internship placement, furnished housing, guest lectures, as well as a variety of opportunities for networking and professional development. Questions can be directed to admissions@tfas.org or 202.986.0384. Generous scholarship funding is available – apply by the Feb. 12 Priority Deadline. 
• Hudson River Health Care has been quite busy… we have officially merged with a sister FQHC, Brightpoint Health, expanding our reach throughout the 5 boroughs of New York City! https://www.hrhcare.org/hudson-river-health-care-and-brightpoint-health-merge/ We have updated our informational page on the Penn State internship as well as increased the experience to 320 hours for students https://www.hrhcare.org/internships/. Please share this information with students seeking internships, and with flexibility to relocate to the Hudson Valley region for the period of time. Students can apply online and submit their application to Jennifer Maine, Director of HR Operations and HR Compliance, at jmaine@hrhcare.org. 
• 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. https://www.pennstatecsl.com/showcases-spring-2019.html  
  • Laurie Mulvey, February 1, 2019, HUB 132 (FLEX THEATRE), “Moving from Object to Subject​”
  • Brook Lenker, February 8, 2019, HUB 134, “Extraction Immorality, Renewable Absolution: Insights from the Fight for Clean Energy”
• ENTREPRENEURSHIP
  • Arts Business Idea Competition 2019 Guidelines Who Can Apply? This competition is open to undergraduate and graduate students from any major and any Penn State campus. The only requirement is that the business idea/concept is arts-based. Free-lance, non-profit, for profit, hybrid, and small or large-scale ideas are welcome. Inform Dr. Gangi of your intent to apply as soon as you decide to enter the competition by sending an email to jjg27@psu.edu. Submit a pdf document of your business plan to Dr. Gangi via email by 11:59pm February 25, 2019. Finalists will be announced via email by March 18, 2019. Final Round. Four finalists will present (15min) for a panel of judges at Penn State – University Park, starting at 5pm on April 2, 2019. All finalists must be able to attend the final round in person. 1st place    $5,000,  2nd place   $2,500, 3rd place    $1,500,  4th place    $1,000 
  • INC. U! What is it? INC. U is a year-end “shark tank like” pitch competition to find the Top 6 Undergraduate student owned companies (undergraduates must own 50% or more of the company) to compete for $30,000+ in investment awards. Students compete in an initial video pitch competition and then the Top 6 companies are selected to pitch their companies to a distinguished panel of judges during an hour-long television show called “The Investment.”   Click HERE for a link to see last season’s show that we taped in April/2018.   This year’s competition deadline for Video submissions is February 10, 2019. The competition is open to all Penn State University campus undergraduates!  We are seeking the best student entrepreneurs regardless of what Penn State campus they attend. If you have questions or need additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact Tim Kerchinski –  txk128@psu.edu – 814-865-4388.
  • Summer Founders Program — Deadline February 15. WANT $10K TO WORK ON YOUR STARTUP OVER THE SUMMER?  Apply to the Summer Founders Program at the Happy Valley LaunchBox: Team must have at least 1 co-founder who is a full-time Penn State student in good standing (graduating seniors are eligible to apply). Founders must commit to working full-time on their venture (no full/part-time jobs, internships, or classes) from May 15th – Aug 7th in State College, PA. Dedicated working space in the Happy Valley LaunchBox, 24×7 access to the facility, mentorship, networking opportunities, and 1-on-1 help to take your business to the next step. MORE: https://invent.psu.edu/program/summer-founders/. Applications open until Feb 15th at midnight. 
  • ENTI COURSES YOU CAN TAKE ONLINE SUMMER 2019.: Two core courses in the ENTI minor are available online this summer for students at any PSU campus.   Check the LionPath schedule for ENGR 310 “Entrepreneurial Leadership” and MGMT 425 “New Venture Creation.”  Both are required for any ENTI cluster.  
  • PENN STATE STARTUP WEEK: Mark your calendar and plan to participate in Penn State Startup Week, April 1 -5.  This special week is devoted to celebrating student entrepreneurship.  Find details and the schedule at  https://startupweek.psu.edu/.   
  • The TechCelerator Model Works! Just ask any one of the nearly 100 companies that have successfully launched.  These startups have created nearly 200 jobs and generated more than $14M in revenue. Have you ever wondered what it would take run your own startup?  Ben Franklin’s TechCelerator @State College is inviting local entrepreneurs, undergrads, grad students, Post-Docs, Professors and university researchers to participate in their next 10-Week Business Startup Accelerator. The weekly classes will run on Tuesdays – March 19, 2019 – May 14, 2019, from 2:00 – 5:00 P.M. with Graduation on May 21st from 2:00 – 7:00. Plus, weekly 1-hour mentoring sessions. Don’t miss out on this no-cost opportunity! We provide up to $1,000 toward startup costs plus the chance to pitch your business idea to a panel of entrepreneurs at the completion of the course. The top team will receive $10,000 in seed funding to help get their business off the ground. Additionally, there is an opportunity to get I-Corps funding of $3,000 and apply to the National I-Corps program which comes with a $50,000 grant. Business mentoring from Ben Franklin’s Transformation Business Services Network and Penn State’s Small Business Development Center staff will also be available free of charge.  You’ll come away from this experience with a viable business model, a list of networking contacts and the confidence that comes from knowing if it’s the right time for you to start your own tech-business – or not. Space is limited. Contact Bob Dornich at 814-865-7332. The deadline for applications is March 6, 2019.   To apply click the link:  State_College_Application_ 2019
• 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
  • Info Session: Research and You: Unpacking Undergraduate Research and Creative Inquiry, February 5, 2019 11:00 – 12:00 PM in 312 Boucke: If you wonder what “research” means, especially as an undergraduate student, or you want to know more about finding undergrad research opportunities, then this info session is for you. We will demystify research across disciplines, teach you how to find those opportunities, talk through finding mentors, and explain how to use your interests and scholarship to create a unique research project.
  • Fulbright U.K. Summer Institutes: The Fulbright U.K. Summer Institutes are three-to-four week programs for first or second-year U.S.-citizen undergraduate students with little prior international experience. Participants can explore the culture, heritage, and history of the U.K. while experiencing higher education at a U.K. university. The Summer Institutes will cover the majority of participant costs.  This includes round-trip airfare from the U.S. to the U.K., tuition and fees at the host university/institution, accommodation and meals and in some cases a small daily allowance. Application Deadline: February 6, 2019 Fields of Study: Business, Communications and Journalism, Education, Health-related, Humanities and Social Sciences, International Relations and Public Policy, STEM, Visual and Performing Arts. URL: Fulbright U.K. Summer Institutes
  • Info Session: Gilman Scholarship, February 6, 2019, 11:00 – 12:00 PM in 120 Sackett, The Gilman Scholarship offers funding for undergraduates who are U.S. citizens receiving Federal Pell Grants to participate in study abroad programs worldwide. Learn how to apply and what the reviewers are looking for, and ask any questions you have about the program.  
• Public Leadership Education Network (PLEN) offers female college students opportunities to learn about policy issues. Their next seminar is on Congress and leadership. Monday March 18 – Friday March 22 (Scholarship Deadline | February 7, 2019; Registration Deadline | February 14, 2019). Learn more: https://plen.org/congress/
• Borland Project Space | The Zen Den Mindfulness Space January 7– February 1, 2019 With Zen Den Mindfulness Space, Associate Professor of Theatre Elisha Clark Halpin presents her ongoing research and practices demystifying the science of stress responses. Halpin’s goal in her work is to create accessible and engaging ways in which practitioners can reduce stress, increase creativity, and bring more fulfilment to their lives. She utilizes the processes of the Neurosculpting® and HeartMath® Institutes to guide individuals through the release of old patterns of stress to create new habits and behaviors. During the run of the project, Halpin will hold talks, classes, and workshops that introduce general audiences to mindfulness practices. Please see the schedule posted in the space for details on daily events. Visit the Borland Project Space website for the full schedule of programs. 

STUDENT SUPPORT AND ADVISING

• Pre-Law Advising Center:  Interested in going to law school?  Then you are a pre-law student. Pre-Law Advising helps students from all Penn State majors and campuses. 
  • Pre-Law Orientation Session (1st and 2nd year students). All sessions will be held in Grange Building. Check in at the front desk.  See all dates and register here: https://dus.psu.edu/pre-law/attend-pre-law-orientation-session. 
  • Applying to Law School Session (3rd and 4th year students). All sessions will be held in Grange Building. Check in at the front desk. See all dates and register here: https://dus.psu.edu/pre-law/attend-applying-law-school-session. 
• The LGBTQA Student Resource Center is a great resource for students. To check out their resources visit https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/lgbtqa. If you are interested in getting involved visit https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/campus-community-diversity/lgbtq-community/get-involved
• EPPIC Workshops for International Students. For more info: http://www.eppic.la.psu.edu/. Upcoming Sessions: 
  • February 1: Focus on Pronunciation: The Sounds of American English, 11:15 am – 12:45 pm, 322 Sackett
  • February 7: Strategies for Reading Academic Articles, 5:00 – 6:30 pm, 373 Willard
  • February 8: Incorporating Sources in Academic Writing: Understanding Plagiarism, 11:15 am – 12:45 pm, 322 Sackett
• Health Professions Advising Center workshops. Learn more about their group sessions and advising resources at  http://science.psu.edu/premed/advising Upcoming sessions include: 
  • Med Prep: First-year and sophomore students exploring medicine, dentistry, and podiatry will be familiarized with the coursework, experiences, and skills these health profession schools require of their applicants. Wednesday, February 27, 6:00-7:00pm 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. Tuesday, February 5, 6:00-7:15pm in 104 Thomas
  • 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. Monday, March 25, 6:00-7:00pm in 260 Willard
  • PA Applicants: Junior and senior students applying for physician assistant programs will be introduced to application timelines and strategies needed to compete successfully in the current application cycle. Tuesday, March 19, 6:00-7:00pm in 201 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:
  • Tuesday 2/5  TRANSFORMATION TUESDAY: Adapting to Change and Life Stressors
  • 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 Webinars:
  • Tuesday, February 12, 2019 Smart Goals
  • Tuesday, February 26, 2019 Saving and Investing
• Are you struggling to pay for food?  Visit The Lion’s Pantry! https://thelionspantry.psu.edu/
• Join HealthWorks and Healthy Penn State Ambassadors every Wednesday during the spring semester. A peer educator will lead the group through a 45 minute wellness activity. Every Wednesday starting January 9th. 4:00-4:45 p.m. in the Wellness Suite, 20 Intramural Building
• Meditation Monday sessions to help students learn stress management strategies. The sessions are independent of each other and students are not required to attend all four sessions. Sessions will be held from 6:00-7:00 p.m. in the Wellness Suite, 20 Intramural Building. Dates and topics include:
  • Monday, Feb. 11 – Relaxation Meditation
  • Monday, Mar. 11 – Mindfulness and Stress Reduction Techniques
  • Monday, Apr. 15 – Calming the Mind with Meditation
• Need help with Medical emergencies? Death of an immediate family member? Housing insecurity Unexpected events or challenges? Contact the Office of Student Care and Advocacy: https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/studentcare
• The Black and Latino Male Empowerment Group meets on the following Thursdays during spring 2019, 6:00-7:30 p.m., in 315 Grange Building: January 31, February 14, February 28, March 14, March 28, April 4, April 18. Learn more: http://equity.psu.edu/mrc/black-latino-male-empowerment-group
• 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

HHD Research Seminars

• Monday, February 4 “Opioid Regulation in the United States and Canada” Jill Horwitz, JD, PhD, Professor of Law, UCLA School of Law, 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, February 4 “The Effects of Replacing Saturated Fat with Walnuts or Vegetable Oils on Central Blood Pressure and Serum Lipids in Adults at Risk for Cardiovascular Disease: Results from a Randomized Controlled Trial,” Alyssa Tindall, Nutritional Sciences Doctoral Student, The Pennsylvania State University; 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., 005 Health and Human Development Building; Host Nutritional Sciences (814-865-3448).
• Wednesday, February 6 “Imposing (Non-)Directionality in Dynamic Network Models.” Jonathan Park, graduate student of Human Development and Family Studies. QuantDev Brownbag, 12:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m., 101 HHD; Contact: Mimi Brinberg at mjb6504@psu.edu. 
• Thursday, February 7 Eastern Nursing Research Society (ENRS); Prep: Student Poster Presentations; Collaborative Seminar Series, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., 101 Nursing Sciences Building, Hosted by: Penn State College of Nursing’s Center of Geriatric Nursing Excellence and Center for Nursing Research; Contact: Donna M. Massari dmm497@psu.edu. ZOOM LINK: https://psu.zoom.us/j/396169726
• Thursday, February 7 “Skin-Deep Insights into Vascular Aging,” W. Larry Kenney, Ph.D., Marie Underhill Noll Chair in Human Performance, Professor of Physiology & Kinesiology, Penn State University, University Park, PA, 3:05 p.m. to 4:20 p.m., 127 Noll Laboratory; Host: Department of Kinesiology (814-865-7575).
• Friday, February 8 “The Influence of Menopause and Cardiorespiratory Fitness on Vascular Health,” Corinna Serviente, Ph.D., Post-doctoral fellow, Center for Healthy Aging, Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA,11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., 127 Noll Laboratory; Host: Department of Kinesiology (814-865-7575).

• Academic Calendar Reminder:
  • Summer Registration begins February 4. Remember all World Campus classes are open for summer registration.  Work ahead, catch up or just take that tough class when you can focus on it.  Check LionPath for the courses offered.
  • Summer Study Abroad Deadline is February 1
• HHD Student Council Meeting, 7 pm, Monday January 28 in 359 HHD Building. Get prepped for Career Fairs–resume review from HHD Alumni and Faculty, Tips from Career Services, and Insomnia Cookies!
• DEADLINE THIS WEEK! 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.
• Spring Career Days 2018 February 5 – February 6  February 5: Non-Technical Full-Time, Internship and Co-op February 6: Technical Full-Time, Internship and Co-op 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Bryce Jordan Center http://careerfairs.psu.edu/Spring/student/Default.shtml
  • Have you registered on Nittany Lion Careers??: http://nittanylioncareers.psu.edu/
  • See the employers coming!
  • Want to connect with alumni in your field? Check out LionLink: https://psulionlink.peoplegrove.com/
  • Interested in representing your student group and your leadership skills? Join us for the Networking & Professional Etiquette Dinner. Connect with organizations attending Spring Career Days during a mocktail hour before a presented etiquette dinner. Join guided discussions with employers, have a great meal, and learn how to represent yourself at the table.This event is free for Penn State students thanks to the generous sponsorship of Kohl’s. Tuesday, February 5, 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. REGISTER NOW
• Applications for the Women’s Leadership Initiative are OPEN! College of Health and Human Development Women’s Leadership Initiative Information Sessions  Please attend the following information session: 
  • Tuesday, January 29, 6 PM, 110 Henderson Building
  • Eligibility: Open to students in the College of Health and Human Development and the College of Nursing who will be juniors during the 2019-20 academic year. 
  • Visit www.hhd.psu.edu/wli for full eligibility requirements.  Application Deadline: February 8, 2019    Build leadership skills and experiences • Network with women leaders • Gain academic credit
• If you are a first year student, applications are now open for the Presidential Leadership Academy and are due February 1. “The Presidential Leadership Academy is for those who want to think critically about important issues. Those who want to make the tough decisions. Those who want to make a difference in the world and lead by example. Those like you — Penn Staters who want to become the leaders of tomorrow.” Learn more and apply: https://academy.psu.edu/prospective/applications.cfm
• Health Promotion and Wellness, a unit of Penn State Student Affairs, is currently accepting applications for HealthWorks, a peer outreach and education program designed to advocate health among students at University Park. Applications for the 2019-20 academic year are currently being accepted through Feb. 1. HealthWorks offers two unique opportunities for students with an interest in health and wellness to get involved on campus. These opportunities include facilitating one-on-one wellness services to peers and outreach and promotion through workshops and other initiatives. During the application process interested students will have the option to prioritize which opportunity they are most interested in.  
• 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. Tuesday, January 29, 6:00-7:00pm in 201 Thomas
• Pre-Law Advising Center:  Interested in going to law school?  Then you are a pre-law student. Pre-Law Advising helps students from all Penn State majors and campuses. 
  • Pre-Law Orientation Session (1st and 2nd year students). All sessions will be held in Grange Building. Check in at the front desk.  See all dates and register here: https://dus.psu.edu/pre-law/attend-pre-law-orientation-session. 
  • Applying to Law School Session (3rd and 4th year students). All sessions will be held in Grange Building. Check in at the front desk. See all dates and register here: https://dus.psu.edu/pre-law/attend-applying-law-school-session. 
• 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 is due January 31 and 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.
• Penn State’s Outdoor School is seeking counselors for the Spring semester. Outdoor School is a four-day, residential program for upper-elementary school students, run by Penn State’s nature center, Shaver’s Creek, and staffed by Penn State student counselors: https://www.shaverscreek.org/penn-state-students/outdoor-school/be-an-outdoor-school-counselor/
  • Penn State students must first submit an application. Students who are accepted will be registered for SciEd 140 or RPTM 140, Outdoor School Field Experience for academic credit concurrent with ODS. Counselors attend two required training sessions prior to the start of Outdoor School. Deadline: Feb 4
• A new semester long residential program, Study Away Pittsburgh, is a good alternative learning experience for junior and senior level students. Study Away Pittsburgh is an affordable, transformative, urban educational experience for Penn State students in fall 2019. Modeled after Study Abroad, students are placed with community partners, and participate in an in-depth, community based learning experience in sustainability while residing in Pittsburgh for the entire semester.The community partners that students are placed with include non-profit advocacy groups, governmental agencies, multidisciplinary design firms, health care providers, socially responsible businesses and many more. To learn more about the semester long residential program in Pittsburgh, please visit http://studyawaypittsburgh.psu.edu Any questions please contact Lisa Vavro at lkv10@psu.edu
• Upcoming Global Health Minor Information Sessions (2019 Spring Semester) 
  • Thursday, January 31 at 6 p.m. Bennett Pierce Living Center, 110 Henderson Building
• Nittany AI Challenge:  For the second year in a row, the EdTech Network is offering teams of students, faculty, and staff the chance to compete for grants totaling $50,000. Teams will be challenged to use the artificial intelligence (AI) platform(s) of their choosing to develop and present AI-based solutions that improve the student experience at Penn State, solve real problems that the University is facing, and/or generate innovative startup ideas. Visit the Nittany AI Challenge, the central communication hub for all announcements, discussions, criteria, and general information related to the challenge. Plan to submit your idea proposal by January 29 to be considered for the first round of funding.
• Fulbright in the U.K., January 29, 11:00 – 12:00 PM in 312 Boucke: Spend a year getting a master’s degree in the U.K.! (it’s UK week at the UFO–check out all their events: https://ufo.psu.edu/calendar/list
  • The Fulbright U.S. Student programs offers study grants for one-year master’s programs at a wide-variety of U.K. universities. These grants are for graduating seniors, recent graduates or even current graduate students. Additionally, the Fulbright U.K. Commission offers the Summer Institute program which offers 3-4 week summer study programs at 9 different U.K universities. The summer institutes are for first and second-year students with little or no international experience and 3.7 or greater GPAs. Join us to learn more about both of these programs and how to apply. Register to participate remotely via Zoom here: https://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bCL5KIQRTw-2u6Ar-q2hEQ

• Global Health Minor: 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.
• Pink Zone–On Sunday, February 10, join the College of Health and Human Development, the College of Nursing, and the HHD Alumni Society in supporting breast cancer awareness by attending our Pink Zone 2019 pre-game reception and the Penn State Lady Lions Pink Zone Basketball game against the Michigan Wolverines.   Tip Off: 2:00 p.m.
  • To get tickets: Penn State students get in free with their student IDs. To reserve your free tickets through us please contact Brooke Owen (email: B.Owen@psu.edu) in the HHD Alumni Relations Office. 
  • Pre-Game Reception: Whether you purchase tickets through us or sit elsewhere, please join us at 12:30 a.m. in Room E/F at the Bryce Jordan Center for light refreshments (enter from the Founder’s Entrance on the East side of the BJC). There is no cost to attend the reception. Friends and family members of all ages are welcome. The Nittany Lion often joins us, and we are hoping for a repeat visit!  Pre-Game Reception: 12:30 p.m. Register Here for the reception.
• 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.
• 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

• Undergraduate Research Conference Travel Support  Penn State undergraduates who are presenting the results of their research or creative work at national or regional professional conferences may request financial support to defray the costs of attendance at the conference. 
• HHD Student, Faculty and Staff Award nominations are open!  Nominations are due January 31 for the following awards (link to applications):
  • Edith Pitt Chace Award, Nomination deadline: January 30, 2019-The Edith Pitt Chace Award recognizes an outstanding student leader and scholar. The recipient of this award will receive a $1,500 scholarship, which will be applied toward tuition during the next academic year.
  • Student Service Award Nomination deadline: January 30, 2019–The Student Service Award recognizes service by a student to HHD, to Penn State, and to the community. The recipient of this award will receive a lifetime membership to the Penn State Alumni Association.
  • Faculty Appreciation Award Nomination deadline: January 30, 2019–The Faculty Appreciation Award honors a faculty member who actively promotes relationships among students, faculty and staff members, and alumni above and beyond the demands of his/her job.
  • Staff Appreciation Award Nomination deadline: January 30, 2019–The Staff Appreciation Award honors a staff member who actively promotes relationships among students, faculty and staff members, and alumni above and beyond the demands of his/her job.
  • Small Project Grants Nomination deadline: March 15, 2019–The Small Project Grant program provides students and faculty members with an additional source of funding for projects that benefit the University community and/or enhance students’ experiences in the College of Health and Human Development. Such projects may include, but are not limited to, student organization service projects or events, undergraduate or graduate student research not pertaining to a thesis or dissertation, and projects that promote collaboration among students and faculty members.

• Study Abroad Applications and Deadlines for Spring: https://global.psu.edu/category/how-apply
• The Penn State Philadelphia Center is seeking interns for Summer 2019. Areas of student interest for Internship: Urban Agriculture; Food Policy; Community Development; Nutrition Education; Youth Leadership Development; Social Media/ Public Health Communication. These internships are paid and are open to current students or recent graduates. Info: https://psu.jobs/job/8466
• The Fund for American Studies is accepting applications for the Summer 2019 Academic Internship Program in Washington, DC.  The comprehensive program includes academic coursework through George Mason University, an internship placement, furnished housing, guest lectures, as well as a variety of opportunities for networking and professional development. Questions can be directed to admissions@tfas.org or 202.986.0384. Generous scholarship funding is available – apply by the Feb. 12 Priority Deadline. 
• Hudson River Health Care has been quite busy… we have officially merged with a sister FQHC, Brightpoint Health, expanding our reach throughout the 5 boroughs of New York City! https://www.hrhcare.org/hudson-river-health-care-and-brightpoint-health-merge/ We have updated our informational page on the Penn State internship as well as increased the experience to 320 hours for students https://www.hrhcare.org/internships/. Please share this information with students seeking internships, and with flexibility to relocate to the Hudson Valley region for the period of time. Students can apply online and submit their application to Jennifer Maine, Director of HR Operations and HR Compliance, at jmaine@hrhcare.org. 
• The Amgen Scholars Program continues to offer undergraduates the opportunity to collaborate with faculty at top institutions on cutting-edge scientific research at ten renowned U.S. host institutions. Applications for the 2018 U.S. Amgen Scholars Program are now online.  Note that applicants do not need to currently attend one of the host institutions to participate. In fact, Amgen Scholars have represented over 680 colleges and universities to date. Applications close February 1 (February 15 for the California Institute of Technology). Eligibility requirements, as well as site-specific programming information, is available via amgenscholars.com. 
• 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. https://www.pennstatecsl.com/showcases-spring-2019.html  
  • Laurie Mulvey, February 1, 2019, HUB 132 (FLEX THEATRE), “Moving from Object to Subject​”
• 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. 
• ENTREPRENEURSHIP
  • INC. U! What is it? INC. U is a year-end “shark tank like” pitch competition to find the Top 6 Undergraduate student owned companies (undergraduates must own 50% or more of the company) to compete for $30,000+ in investment awards. Students compete in an initial video pitch competition and then the Top 6 companies are selected to pitch their companies to a distinguished panel of judges during an hour-long television show called “The Investment.”   Click HERE for a link to see last season’s show that we taped in April/2018.   This year’s competition deadline for Video submissions is February 10, 2019. The competition is open to all Penn State University campus undergraduates!  We are seeking the best student entrepreneurs regardless of what Penn State campus they attend. If you have questions or need additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact Tim Kerchinski –  txk128@psu.edu – 814-865-4388.
  • Summer Founders Program — Deadline February 15. WANT $10K TO WORK ON YOUR STARTUP OVER THE SUMMER?  Apply to the Summer Founders Program at the Happy Valley LaunchBox: Team must have at least 1 co-founder who is a full-time Penn State student in good standing (graduating seniors are eligible to apply). Founders must commit to working full-time on their venture (no full/part-time jobs, internships, or classes) from May 15th – Aug 7th in State College, PA. Dedicated working space in the Happy Valley LaunchBox, 24×7 access to the facility, mentorship, networking opportunities, and 1-on-1 help to take your business to the next step. MORE: https://invent.psu.edu/program/summer-founders/. Applications open until Feb 15th at midnight. 
  • TestLab at Happy Valley LaunchBox —  Deadline February 4. HAVE AN IDEA FOR A BUSINESS, BUT NOT SURE WHERE TO START?  Apply to Idea TestLab at the Happy Valley LaunchBox. 4, 2 hour sessions over 5 weeks to help you figure out if you can turn your idea into a viable business, access to 1-on-1 mentoring, 24×7 access to LaunchBox for duration of program. MORE: https://launchbox.psu.edu/ideatestlab/. Applications open until Feb 4th at midnight. 
  • ENTI COURSES YOU CAN TAKE ONLINE SUMMER 2019.: Two core courses in the ENTI minor are available online this summer for students at any PSU campus.   Check the LionPath schedule for ENGR 310 “Entrepreneurial Leadership” and MGMT 425 “New Venture Creation.”  Both are required for any ENTI cluster.  
  • PENN STATE STARTUP WEEK: Mark your calendar and plan to participate in Penn State Startup Week, April 1 -5.  This special week is devoted to celebrating student entrepreneurship.  Find details and the schedule at  https://startupweek.psu.edu/.   
  • The TechCelerator Model Works! Just ask any one of the nearly 100 companies that have successfully launched.  These startups have created nearly 200 jobs and generated more than $14M in revenue. Have you ever wondered what it would take run your own startup?  Ben Franklin’s TechCelerator @State College is inviting local entrepreneurs, undergrads, grad students, Post-Docs, Professors and university researchers to participate in their next 10-Week Business Startup Accelerator. The weekly classes will run on Tuesdays – March 19, 2019 – May 14, 2019, from 2:00 – 5:00 P.M. with Graduation on May 21st from 2:00 – 7:00. Plus, weekly 1-hour mentoring sessions. Don’t miss out on this no-cost opportunity! We provide up to $1,000 toward startup costs plus the chance to pitch your business idea to a panel of entrepreneurs at the completion of the course. The top team will receive $10,000 in seed funding to help get their business off the ground. Additionally, there is an opportunity to get I-Corps funding of $3,000 and apply to the National I-Corps program which comes with a $50,000 grant. Business mentoring from Ben Franklin’s Transformation Business Services Network and Penn State’s Small Business Development Center staff will also be available free of charge.  You’ll come away from this experience with a viable business model, a list of networking contacts and the confidence that comes from knowing if it’s the right time for you to start your own tech-business – or not. Space is limited. Contact Bob Dornich at 814-865-7332. The deadline for applications is March 6, 2019.   To apply click the link:  State_College_Application_ 2019
  • IDEAMAKERS CHALLENGE.  Students – Do you have an early-stage idea for a startup company where IT is a core part of the solution? Do you want to be mentored by experienced entrepreneurs and experts, and gain experience in pitching your own business idea? Consider applying to the IdeaMakers Challenge! See attached flyer and learn more at: http://ideamakers.ist.psu.edu | Questions: ideamakers@ist.psu.edu | Applications due by Sunday Feb 3, midnight 2.       
  • PENN STATE SMEAL SUPPLY CHAIN PITCH COMPETITION. Smeal’s Center for Supply Chain Research™ (CSCR™) and The Farrell Center for Corporate Entrepreneurship and Innovation are once again hosting the 2019 Penn State Smeal Supply Chain Pitch Contest open to all Penn State undergraduate students at all Commonwealth campuses. This year’s contest final round will be held on Monday evening, April 1st, in the Steimer Auditorium in the Forest Resources Building at University Park, but students must submit their application by Wednesday, February 6th, to be considered for the contest. Through the generosity of CSCR™ Corporate Sponsors, the 2018 top four teams won awards totaling $12,500. Currently, the 2019 contest sponsor roster includes Wegmans, KANE is Able, Lansdale Warehouse, and CVS Health, and we hope to add several more contest sponsors before the April 1st final round. See attachment, view contest details and complete your application to compete at sites.psu.edu/scpitch . 
• 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
  • U.K. Week: Gates-Cambridge Scholarship, January 31, 4:00 – 5:00 PM in 120 ThomasThe Gates-Cambridge Scholarship offers funded master’s or Ph.D. study at Cambridge University in the U.K. Gates looks for academic excellence, leadership potential and a commitment to improving the lives of others. Join us to learn more about the program and how you can get started crafting an application. Register to participate remotely via Zoom here:https://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WkNFBUVVRZKpZ9YOtos01Q
• Public Leadership Education Network (PLEN) offers female college students opportunities to learn about policy issues. Their next seminar is on Congress and leadership. Monday March 18 – Friday March 22 (Scholarship Deadline | February 7, 2019; Registration Deadline | February 14, 2019). Learn more: https://plen.org/congress/

• EPPIC Workshops for International Students. For more info: http://www.eppic.la.psu.edu/. Upcoming Sessions: 
  • January 30: Stand Out: Strategies for Successful Job Interviews in the U.S. 11:15 am – 12:45 pm 207 Sackett
• Health Professions Advising Center workshops. Learn more about their group sessions and advising resources at  http://science.psu.edu/premed/advising Upcoming sessions include: 
  • Med Prep: First-year and sophomore students exploring medicine, dentistry, and podiatry will be familiarized with the coursework, experiences, and skills these health profession schools require of their applicants. Wednesday, February 27, 6:00-7:00pm 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. Tuesday, February 5, 6:00-7:15pm in 104 Thomas
  • 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. Tuesday, January 29, 6:00-7:00pm in 201 Thomas
  • PA Applicants: Junior and senior students applying for physician assistant programs will be introduced to application timelines and strategies needed to compete successfully in the current application cycle. Tuesday, March 19, 6:00-7:00pm in 201 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 1/28  NEW IN TOWN: Transfer Student Support and Resources
  • Tuesday 1/29 LENGTHENING THE FUSE: Managing Anger and Irritability
  • 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: Tuesday, January 29, 2019  Adult Learners. Additional Workshops: https://financialliteracy.psu.edu/category/workshops/
• Are you struggling to pay for food?  Visit The Lion’s Pantry! https://thelionspantry.psu.edu/
• Join HealthWorks and Healthy Penn State Ambassadors every Wednesday during the spring semester. A peer educator will lead the group through a 45 minute wellness activity. Every Wednesday starting January 9th. 4:00-4:45 p.m. in the Wellness Suite, 20 Intramural Building
• Meditation Monday sessions to help students learn stress management strategies. The sessions are independent of each other and students are not required to attend all four sessions. Sessions will be held from 6:00-7:00 p.m. in the Wellness Suite, 20 Intramural Building. Dates and topics include:
  • Monday, Feb. 11 – Relaxation Meditation
  • Monday, Mar. 11 – Mindfulness and Stress Reduction Techniques
  • Monday, Apr. 15 – Calming the Mind with Meditation
• Need help with Medical emergencies? Death of an immediate family member? Housing insecurity Unexpected events or challenges? Contact the Office of Student Care and Advocacy: https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/studentcare
• The Black and Latino Male Empowerment Group meets on the following Thursdays during spring 2019, 6:00-7:30 p.m., in 315 Grange Building: January 31, February 14, February 28, March 14, March 28, April 4, April 18. Learn more: http://equity.psu.edu/mrc/black-latino-male-empowerment-group
• 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

• Monday, January 28 “The Medicaid Windfall: Expansions and the Target Efficiency of Hospital Safety-Net Subsidies” Sayeh Nikpay, PhD, MPH, Assistant Professor of Health Policy, Vanderbilt University, 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, January 28 “Does Prenatal Vitamin D Have an Effect on Placental Angiogenesis and Maternal Blood Pressure in Bangladesh?” Anita Subramanian, Nutritional Sciences Doctoral Student, The Pennsylvania State University; 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., 005 Health and Human Development Building; Host Nutritional Sciences (814-865-3448).
• Monday, January 28 “Substance Co-Use in the Population and in Daily Life: Laying the Groundwork for Mobile Health Intervention,” Ashley Linden-Carmichael, Ph.D., Assistant Research Professor of Biobehavioral Health, The Pennsylvania State University; 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., 022 Biobehavioral Health Building; Contact: Helen Kamens at hmk123@psu.edu or Kyle Murdock at kwm20@psu.edu. Link:https://bit.ly/2VH952S
• Tuesday, January 29 Lessons from Economics: “Economic Evaluation in Prevention Science: Lessons, Challenges, and Opportunities”, Damon Jones, Ph.D., Assistant Research Professor and Senior Research Associate, Edna Bennett Pierce Prevention Research Center, Penn State, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., 312 BBH; Contact:  Ashley Linden-Carmichael (814-865-7177) axc547@psu.edu. 
• Wednesday, January 30 “Data Visualization: How Taking an Aesthetic Approach to Time Series Data Transformed How We Think About Development.” Nilam Ram, Professor of Human Development and Family Studies. QuantDev Brownbag, 12:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m., 101 HHD; Contact: Mimi Brinberg at mjb6504@psu.edu.  
• Thursday, January 31 “Positive parenting as an age-varying protective factor against substance use and depression,” Ben Bayly, Ph.D., Postdoctoral Fellow, The Methodology Center, The Pennsylvania State University,The Methodology Center Brown Bag Seminar,
• https://methodology.psu.edu/training/brownbags, 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., The Methodology Center Conference Room, 401 Health and Human Development Building, University Park, PA. Contact: Kate Guastaferro at kmg55@psu.edu. 
• Friday, February 1 “Improving the Low-Income Food Environment in Baltimore: Past Gains and Future Directions,” Dr. Joel Gittelsohn, Professor in the Center for Human Nutrition and Global Obesity Prevention Center, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health; 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., The Bennet Pierce Living Center, 110 Henderson Building; Host: Department of Nutritional Sciences and Dr. Stephen Kodish; Contact: Tammy Houser (tjb17@psu.edu or 814-865-3448). 

• Academic Calendar Reminder:
  • Deadline to apply for graduation in May- January 21
• HHD Student Council Meeting, 7 pm, Monday January 28 in 359 HHD Building. Get prepped for Career Fairs–resume review from HHD Alumni and Faculty, Tips from Career Services, and Insomnia Cookies!
• On Thursday, January 24 at 5 pm in 7 Henderson Building, the Diversity and Inclusion Leadership Council invites student organizations to participate in the Peace Meal, bringing students from diverse backgrounds together to cook and enjoy a meal while having great conversation. Sponsored by the Department of Nutrition and the College of Health and Human Development, this cooking/eating/community-building event aims to bring people from different backgrounds together to connect over food, focusing on what we have in common, the need for physical nourishment, rather than what we don’t. Find out more and sign up here. Spots are limited. Contact Tina Thomas, tct2@psu.edu, with questions.
• Spring Career Days 2018 February 5 – February 6  February 5: Non-Technical Full-Time, Internship and Co-op February 6: Technical Full-Time, Internship and Co-op 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Bryce Jordan Center http://careerfairs.psu.edu/Spring/student/Default.shtml
  • Have you registered on Nittany Lion Careers??: http://nittanylioncareers.psu.edu/
  • See the employers coming!
  • Want to connect with alumni in your field? Check out LionLink: https://psulionlink.peoplegrove.com/
  • Interested in representing your student group and your leadership skills? Join us for the Networking & Professional Etiquette Dinner. Connect with organizations attending Spring Career Days during a mocktail hour before a presented etiquette dinner. Join guided discussions with employers, have a great meal, and learn how to represent yourself at the table.This event is free for Penn State students thanks to the generous sponsorship of Kohl’s. Tuesday, February 5, 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. REGISTER NOW
• Applications for the Women’s Leadership Initiative are OPEN! College of Health and Human Development Women’s Leadership Initiative Information Sessions  Please attend one of the following information sessions: 
  • Thursday, January 24, 2019 6:00 p.m. Bennett Pierce Living Center 110 Henderson Building
  • Wednesday, January 23, 2019 6:00 p.m. Bennett Pierce Living Center 110 Henderson Building
  • Eligibility: Open to students in the College of Health and Human Development and the College of Nursing who will be juniors during the 2019-20 academic year. 
  • Visit www.hhd.psu.edu/wli for full eligibility requirements.  Application Deadline: February 8, 2019    Build leadership skills and experiences • Network with women leaders • Gain academic credit
• Study Abroad Applications and Deadlines for Spring: https://global.psu.edu/category/how-apply
• New HHD focused co-ed professional fraternity!: HHD Students,  Have you been looking for an organization that could provide you with professional development, service opportunities, and the chance to meet new friends in similar career paths as you? Look no further! Phi Epsilon Kappa (PEK) is Penn State’s newest and only co-ed professional fraternity for students in the health field and will provide you with professional, service and social opportunities! If you’d like to learn more about us and what we plan to offer you, come check us out at any of the following information sessions: 
  • Tuesday January 22nd 7:30-8:30 PM 110 Osmond
  • Thursday January 24th 7:30-8:30 PM 110 Osmond 
  • If you can’t make any of these or have any further questions feel free to e-mail our organization e-mail address: pekatpsu@gmail.com and we’ll get back to you shortly. We hope to see you soon! The Phi Epsilon Kappa Executive Board
• Health Promotion and Wellness, a unit of Penn State Student Affairs, is currently accepting applications for HealthWorks, a peer outreach and education program designed to advocate health among students at University Park. Applications for the 2019-20 academic year are currently being accepted through Feb. 1. HealthWorks offers two unique opportunities for students with an interest in health and wellness to get involved on campus. These opportunities include facilitating one-on-one wellness services to peers and outreach and promotion through workshops and other initiatives. During the application process interested students will have the option to prioritize which opportunity they are most interested in.  
• Penn State’s Student Programming Association Lectures Committee has announced a free lecture by David Hogg, one of the co-founders of March For Our Lives, a youth-led, gun violence prevention movement, at 7 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 18, in the HUB-Robeson Center’s Heritage Hall on the University Park campus.The lecture is free for all students with a valid Penn State University Park Student Photo ID and is funded by the student-initiated fee. Tickets are required for this lecture and are available for Penn State students to pick up starting on Wednesday, Jan. 9 in the SPA office, 226 HUB-Robeson Center. Non-PSU students can also attend, and tickets for those without a valid Penn State University Student Photo ID are available starting Monday, Jan. 14. 
• The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration is Jan 21-25. Some key activities:
  • MLK, Jr. Day of Service, Monday Jan 21, 8:30-4 pm. Sign up at volunteer.psu.edu
  • Monday, January 21 – World in Conversation will expand its regular programming to accommodate 600 additional participants — including students, staff, faculty, and administration. The registration is OPEN NOW. More details and the registration link can be found here: https://worldinconversation.org/mlk/ Please email any questions to: mlk@worldinconversation.org
• 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. 
• 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 is due January 31 and 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.
• The Penn State Philadelphia Center is seeking interns for Summer 2019. Areas of student interest for Internship: Urban Agriculture; Food Policy; Community Development; Nutrition Education; Youth Leadership Development; Social Media/ Public Health Communication. These internships are paid and are open to current students or recent graduates. Info: https://psu.jobs/job/84669
• Penn State’s Outdoor School is seeking counselors for the Spring semester. Outdoor School is a four-day, residential program for upper-elementary school students, run by Penn State’s nature center, Shaver’s Creek, and staffed by Penn State student counselors: https://www.shaverscreek.org/penn-state-students/outdoor-school/be-an-outdoor-school-counselor/
  • Penn State students must first submit an application. Students who are accepted will be registered for SciEd 140 or RPTM 140, Outdoor School Field Experience for academic credit concurrent with ODS. Counselors attend two required training sessions prior to the start of Outdoor School. Deadline: Feb 4
• A new semester long residential program, Study Away Pittsburgh, is a good alternative learning experience for junior and senior level students. Study Away Pittsburgh is an affordable, transformative, urban educational experience for Penn State students in fall 2019. Modeled after Study Abroad, students are placed with community partners, and participate in an in-depth, community based learning experience in sustainability while residing in Pittsburgh for the entire semester.The community partners that students are placed with include non-profit advocacy groups, governmental agencies, multidisciplinary design firms, health care providers, socially responsible businesses and many more. To learn more about the semester long residential program in Pittsburgh, please visit http://studyawaypittsburgh.psu.edu Any questions please contact Lisa Vavro at lkv10@psu.edu
• Five minutes in front of 500 people — one monumental opportunity to turn your innovative teaching and learning idea into a reality. All Penn State faculty, staff and students are invited to submit your idea in the Open Innovation Challenge (OIC) for a chance to present it at the 2019 Symposium for Teaching and Learning with Technology on March 16, at the Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center. Open the door to collaborative research and explore how out-of-the-box thinking can spark new tools that advance student learning and reimagine learning spaces in higher education. The deadline for submissions is Jan. 25.

• Upcoming Global Health Minor Information Sessions (2019 Spring Semester) 
  • Thursday, January 31 at 6 p.m. Bennett Pierce Living Center, 110 Henderson Building
    • 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.
• Pink Zone–On Sunday, February 10, join the College of Health and Human Development, the College of Nursing, and the HHD Alumni Society in supporting breast cancer awareness by attending our Pink Zone 2019 pre-game reception and the Penn State Lady Lions Pink Zone Basketball game against the Michigan Wolverines.   Tip Off: 2:00 p.m.
  • To get tickets: Penn State students get in free with their student IDs. To reserve your free tickets through us please contact Brooke Owen (email: B.Owen@psu.edu) in the HHD Alumni Relations Office. 
  • Pre-Game Reception: Whether you purchase tickets through us or sit elsewhere, please join us at 12:30 a.m. in Room E/F at the Bryce Jordan Center for light refreshments (enter from the Founder’s Entrance on the East side of the BJC). There is no cost to attend the reception. Friends and family members of all ages are welcome. The Nittany Lion often joins us, and we are hoping for a repeat visit!  Pre-Game Reception: 12:30 p.m. Register Here for the reception.
• 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.
• 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

• If you are a first year student, applications are now open for the Presidential Leadership Academy and are due February 1. “The Presidential Leadership Academy is for those who want to think critically about important issues. Those who want to make the tough decisions. Those who want to make a difference in the world and lead by example. Those like you — Penn Staters who want to become the leaders of tomorrow.” Learn more and apply: https://academy.psu.edu/prospective/applications.cfm
• 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.
• Undergraduate Research Conference Travel Support  Penn State undergraduates who are presenting the results of their research or creative work at national or regional professional conferences may request financial support to defray the costs of attendance at the conference. 
• HHD Student, Faculty and Staff Award nominations are open!  Nominations are due January 31 for the following awards (link to applications):
  • Edith Pitt Chace Award, Nomination deadline: January 30, 2019-The Edith Pitt Chace Award recognizes an outstanding student leader and scholar. The recipient of this award will receive a $1,500 scholarship, which will be applied toward tuition during the next academic year.
  • Student Service Award Nomination deadline: January 30, 2019–The Student Service Award recognizes service by a student to HHD, to Penn State, and to the community. The recipient of this award will receive a lifetime membership to the Penn State Alumni Association.
  • Faculty Appreciation Award Nomination deadline: January 30, 2019–The Faculty Appreciation Award honors a faculty member who actively promotes relationships among students, faculty and staff members, and alumni above and beyond the demands of his/her job.
  • Staff Appreciation Award Nomination deadline: January 30, 2019–The Staff Appreciation Award honors a staff member who actively promotes relationships among students, faculty and staff members, and alumni above and beyond the demands of his/her job.
  • Small Project Grants Nomination deadline: March 15, 2019–The Small Project Grant program provides students and faculty members with an additional source of funding for projects that benefit the University community and/or enhance students’ experiences in the College of Health and Human Development. Such projects may include, but are not limited to, student organization service projects or events, undergraduate or graduate student research not pertaining to a thesis or dissertation, and projects that promote collaboration among students and faculty members.

• Hudson River Health Care has been quite busy… we have officially merged with a sister FQHC, Brightpoint Health, expanding our reach throughout the 5 boroughs of New York City! https://www.hrhcare.org/hudson-river-health-care-and-brightpoint-health-merge/ We have updated our informational page on the Penn State internship as well as increased the experience to 320 hours for students https://www.hrhcare.org/internships/. Please share this information with students seeking internships, and with flexibility to relocate to the Hudson Valley region for the period of time. Students can apply online and submit their application to Jennifer Maine, Director of HR Operations and HR Compliance, at jmaine@hrhcare.org. 
• Since 1986, hospitals and other health care organizations in the Southeast Michigan (Detroit-Ann Arbor-Flint) area have provided paid summer internships in health administration and health policy to rising undergraduate juniors and seniors interested in eliminating racial health inequalities. These internships are part of the University of Michigan’s Summer Enrichment Program in Health Management & Policy (UM SEP). UM SEP provides students an opportunity to learn from administrators and policy makers in the health care field, under their direct supervision. In its 33rd consecutive year, the program now has over 650 alumni, with notable positions in hospital administration, government, policy, consulting, higher education, and research. Our program evaluations are consistently in the 95th percentile and higher. We are confident that through this experiential program, students will become familiar with health management and policy and consider it as a career option. Students that will be entering their junior or senior year in the Fall of 2018, and are interested in the health field, administration, or any career that will enable them to use their skills to advance health equity, are encouraged to create an application today. http://www.sph.umich.edu/sep Please Note: The application deadline is January 25, at 11:59 EST. 
• The Amgen Scholars Program continues to offer undergraduates the opportunity to collaborate with faculty at top institutions on cutting-edge scientific research at ten renowned U.S. host institutions. Applications for the 2018 U.S. Amgen Scholars Program are now online.  Note that applicants do not need to currently attend one of the host institutions to participate. In fact, Amgen Scholars have represented over 680 colleges and universities to date. Applications close February 1 (February 15 for the California Institute of Technology). Eligibility requirements, as well as site-specific programming information, is available via amgenscholars.com. 
• 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. https://www.pennstatecsl.com/showcases-spring-2019.html  
  •  Hari Osofsky, JANUARY 25, 2019, HUB 233AB, The Impact of Climate Change Litigation
• Dr. Bryan Nichols, who teaches University Choir, has been really excited about having more students participate in choir, especially those that participated in high school.  While an audition is required it should be noted that this is more of a placement, and students should not be intimidated by the word audition.  The school of music simply wants to be sure they are putting students in a choir that best matches their knowledge and skill set.  Feel free to contact Dr. Nichols with any questions.   https://music.psu.edu/faculty/bryan-e-nichols
• 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. 
• ENTREPRENEURSHIP
  • Nittany AI Challenge:  For the second year in a row, the EdTech Network is offering teams of students, faculty, and staff the chance to compete for grants totaling $50,000. Teams will be challenged to use the artificial intelligence (AI) platform(s) of their choosing to develop and present AI-based solutions that improve the student experience at Penn State, solve real problems that the University is facing, and/or generate innovative startup ideas. Visit the Nittany AI Challenge, the central communication hub for all announcements, discussions, criteria, and general information related to the challenge. Plan to submit your idea proposal by January 29 to be considered for the first round of funding.
  • INC. U! What is it? INC. U is a year-end “shark tank like” pitch competition to find the Top 6 Undergraduate student owned companies (undergraduates must own 50% or more of the company) to compete for $30,000+ in investment awards. Students compete in an initial video pitch competition and then the Top 6 companies are selected to pitch their companies to a distinguished panel of judges during an hour-long television show called “The Investment.”   Click HERE for a link to see last season’s show that we taped in April/2018.   This year’s competition deadline for Video submissions is February 10, 2019. The competition is open to all Penn State University campus undergraduates!  We are seeking the best student entrepreneurs regardless of what Penn State campus they attend. If you have questions or need additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact Tim Kerchinski –  txk128@psu.edu – 814-865-4388.
  • Summer Founders Program — Deadline February 15. WANT $10K TO WORK ON YOUR STARTUP OVER THE SUMMER?  Apply to the Summer Founders Program at the Happy Valley LaunchBox: Team must have at least 1 co-founder who is a full-time Penn State student in good standing (graduating seniors are eligible to apply). Founders must commit to working full-time on their venture (no full/part-time jobs, internships, or classes) from May 15th – Aug 7th in State College, PA. Dedicated working space in the Happy Valley LaunchBox, 24×7 access to the facility, mentorship, networking opportunities, and 1-on-1 help to take your business to the next step. MORE: https://invent.psu.edu/program/summer-founders/. Applications open until Feb 15th at midnight. 
  • TestLab at Happy Valley LaunchBox —  Deadline February 4. HAVE AN IDEA FOR A BUSINESS, BUT NOT SURE WHERE TO START?  Apply to Idea TestLab at the Happy Valley LaunchBox. 4, 2 hour sessions over 5 weeks to help you figure out if you can turn your idea into a viable business, access to 1-on-1 mentoring, 24×7 access to LaunchBox for duration of program. MORE: https://launchbox.psu.edu/ideatestlab/. Applications open until Feb 4th at midnight. 
  • ENTI COURSES YOU CAN TAKE ONLINE SUMMER 2019.: Two core courses in the ENTI minor are available online this summer for students at any PSU campus.   Check the LionPath schedule for ENGR 310 “Entrepreneurial Leadership” and MGMT 425 “New Venture Creation.”  Both are required for any ENTI cluster.  
  • PENN STATE STARTUP WEEK: Mark your calendar and plan to participate in Penn State Startup Week, April 1 -5.  This special week is devoted to celebrating student entrepreneurship.  Find details and the schedule at  https://startupweek.psu.edu/.   
  • The TechCelerator Model Works! Just ask any one of the nearly 100 companies that have successfully launched.  These startups have created nearly 200 jobs and generated more than $14M in revenue. Have you ever wondered what it would take run your own startup?  Ben Franklin’s TechCelerator @State College is inviting local entrepreneurs, undergrads, grad students, Post-Docs, Professors and university researchers to participate in their next 10-Week Business Startup Accelerator. The weekly classes will run on Tuesdays – March 19, 2019 – May 14, 2019, from 2:00 – 5:00 P.M. with Graduation on May 21st from 2:00 – 7:00. Plus, weekly 1-hour mentoring sessions. Don’t miss out on this no-cost opportunity! We provide up to $1,000 toward startup costs plus the chance to pitch your business idea to a panel of entrepreneurs at the completion of the course. The top team will receive $10,000 in seed funding to help get their business off the ground. Additionally, there is an opportunity to get I-Corps funding of $3,000 and apply to the National I-Corps program which comes with a $50,000 grant. Business mentoring from Ben Franklin’s Transformation Business Services Network and Penn State’s Small Business Development Center staff will also be available free of charge.  You’ll come away from this experience with a viable business model, a list of networking contacts and the confidence that comes from knowing if it’s the right time for you to start your own tech-business – or not. Space is limited. Contact Bob Dornich at 814-865-7332. The deadline for applications is March 6, 2019.   To apply click the link:  State_College_Application_ 2019
• 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
  • Webinar on Udall: January 24, 2019, 4:00 – 5:00 PM via Zoom The Udall Scholarship seeks sophomores and juniors who will be future leaders in environmental fields as well as Native Americans and Alaska Natives whi will be leaders in Native American health care and Tribal public policy. It offers up to $7,000 to support ongoing educational expenses and offers a summer orientation for recipients to network and learn new skills. Attend this info session to learn more about what type of applicants Udall is looking for and how to get started on your own application. Register to participate remotely via Zoom here: https://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_oc7N5WkuRD-sOrSRbWWiwg
• Public Leadership Education Network (PLEN) offers female college students opportunities to learn about policy issues. Their next seminar is on Congress and leadership. Monday March 18 – Friday March 22 (Scholarship Deadline | February 7, 2019; Registration Deadline | February 14, 2019). Learn more: https://plen.org/congress/
• Check out events at the Art and Design Research Incubator: https://mailchi.mp/722aada69f10/adri-week-ahead-1620037?e=3d85a3f3e9
  • Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement (ATM) Wednesday, January 23, 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Led by Andrew Belser, Professor of Movement, Voice, and Acting ADRI director and certified Feldenkrais Instructor Andy Belser will teach this series of Awareness Through Movement lessons. Each class features a different Feldenkrais exercise or “lesson,” and involves gentle movements, done slowly with minimal effort, while paying attention to your own experience. Registration is required: https://feldenkrais-1.eventbrite.com
• On Jan. 23, Penn State Provost Nick Jones will host a Town Hall meeting for the University community to discuss the University’s 2016-2020 Strategic Plan, “Our Commitment to Impact.” The event will be held from 1:30 to 3 p.m. in Foster Auditorium, 102 Paterno Library, on the University Park campus. It will also be livestreamed at LiveEvents.psu.edu for community members at all Penn State campuses to view. Faculty, staff, and students from all Penn State locations are invited to submit questions in advance and during the event using an anonymous online form, or by email at questions@psu.edu. Readers may visit the Strategic Plan website to learn more. Since 2015, Town Hall meetings have provided opportunities for members of the Penn State community to receive updates on University initiatives, hear from administrative leaders about key issues, ask questions and provide feedback. Archives of previous town halls and other related content are available at http://liveevents.psu.edu/.

• EPPIC Workshops for International Students. For more info: http://www.eppic.la.psu.edu/. Upcoming Sessions: 
  • January 24: Emailing Your Professors: How to Do It Better 5:00 – 6:30 pm 373 Willard
  • January 30: Stand Out: Strategies for Successful Job Interviews in the U.S. 11:15 am – 12:45 pm 207 Sackett
• Health Professions Advising Center workshops. Learn more about their group sessions and advising resources at  http://science.psu.edu/premed/advising Upcoming sessions include: 
  • Med Prep: First-year and sophomore students exploring medicine, dentistry, and podiatry will be familiarized with the coursework, experiences, and skills these health profession schools require of their applicants. Wednesday, February 27, 6:00-7:00pm 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. Tuesday, February 5, 6:00-7:15pm in 104 Thomas
  • 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. Tuesday, January 29, 6:00-7:00pm in 201 Thomas
  • PA Applicants: Junior and senior students applying for physician assistant programs will be introduced to application timelines and strategies needed to compete successfully in the current application cycle. Wednesday, January 23, 6:00-7:00pm in 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:
  • Tuesday 1/22 TRANSFORMATION TUESDAY: Adapting to Change and Life Stressors 
  • Monday 1/28  NEW IN TOWN: Transfer Student Support and Resources
  • 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: Tuesday, January 29, 2019  Adult Learners. Additional Workshops: https://financialliteracy.psu.edu/category/workshops/
• Are you struggling to pay for food?  Visit The Lion’s Pantry! https://thelionspantry.psu.edu/
• Join HealthWorks and Healthy Penn State Ambassadors every Wednesday during the spring semester. A peer educator will lead the group through a 45 minute wellness activity. Every Wednesday starting January 9th. 4:00-4:45 p.m. in the Wellness Suite, 20 Intramural Building
• Meditation Monday sessions to help students learn stress management strategies. The sessions are independent of each other and students are not required to attend all four sessions. Sessions will be held from 6:00-7:00 p.m. in the Wellness Suite, 20 Intramural Building. Dates and topics include:
  • Monday, Feb. 11 – Relaxation Meditation
  • Monday, Mar. 11 – Mindfulness and Stress Reduction Techniques
  • Monday, Apr. 15 – Calming the Mind with Meditation
• Need help with Medical emergencies? Death of an immediate family member? Housing insecurity Unexpected events or challenges? Contact the Office of Student Care and Advocacy: https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/studentcare
• The Black and Latino Male Empowerment Group meets on the following Thursdays during spring 2019, 6:00-7:30 p.m., in 315 Grange Building: January 31, February 14, February 28, March 14, March 28, April 4, April 18. Learn more: http://equity.psu.edu/mrc/black-latino-male-empowerment-group
• 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

• Tuesday, January 22 “Analysis of Experience Sampling and Ecological Momentary Assessment Data: Part 1 – using univariate and multivariate intraindividual Variability Metrics,”  Nilam Ram, Professor Human Development and Family Studies; CTSI BERD Recent Topics in Research Methods Seminar (CTSI Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Research Design); 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., 116 Henderson (Zoom option available); Sponsored by the Clinical and Translational Science Institute. Registration:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jan-22-recent-topics-in-research-methods-seminar-series-berd-tickets-54608430285
• Wednesday, January 23 “Studying Speech Perception and Production Simultaneously Using an Interactive Task: Prospects and Challenges.” Navin Viswanathan, Associate Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders. QuantDev Brownbag, 12:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m., 101 HHD; Contact: Mimi Brinberg at mjb6504@psu.edu. 
• Thursday, January 24 “Improving Collaboration through a Strong Online Presence,”  Joan Concilio, Web Content and Design Specialist, College of Medicine; CTSI B3 (Bench to Bedside and Beyond) Seminar; 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., 116 Henderson, Sponsored by the Clinical and Translational Science Institute.  RSVP requested (Zoom access available): bit.ly/B3Jan2019
• Thursday, January 24 “Light isn’t Just for Vision: What we know About Light’s Impact on Circadian Rhythms, Sleep, Mood, Behavior, and Motor Performance,” Mariana Figueiro, Ph.D., Director of Lighting Research Center, Professor of Architecture and Biological Sciences, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Speaker, Troy, NY, 12:05 p.m. to 1:20 p.m., 127 Noll Laboratory; Host: Department of Kinesiology (814-865-7575).
• Friday, January 25 “Non-Traditional Approaches to Improving Metabolic Health,” Luc Gosselin, Ph.D., Associate Professor,  Department of Exercise & Nutrition Sciences, School of Public Health and Health Professions, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., 127 Noll Laboratory; Host: Department of Kinesiology (814-865-7575). 

New and Upcoming

• Academic Calendar Reminders:
  • Regular Class Drop Deadline- January 12, 11;59 p.m.
  • Regular Class Add Deadline- January 13, 11:59 p.m.
  • Deadline to apply for graduation in May- January 21
• First HHD Student Council meeting of the year, 7 pm, Monday January 14 in 359 HHD Building. Come hear HHD Faculty share advice on internships, learn about the Pink Zone and a new HHD focused professional fraternity getting started and….PIZZA!
• Spring Career Days 2018 February 5 – February 6  February 5: Non-Technical Full-Time, Internship and Co-op February 6: Technical Full-Time, Internship and Co-op 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Bryce Jordan Center http://careerfairs.psu.edu/Spring/student/Default.shtml
• Students are invited to learn about the ways they can take their education overseas during Study Abroad Week 2019, set for Jan. 14-18 at University Park. A variety of events presented by Global Programs and partner units will be held throughout the week to give students a deeper understanding of all things study abroad.
  • School of Hospitality Management Summer Studies in Europe Program Information Session, Tues Jan 15, 6 pm, 11 Mateer Building.
• New HHD focused co-ed professional fraternity!: HHD Students,  Have you been looking for an organization that could provide you with professional development, service opportunities, and the chance to meet new friends in similar career paths as you? Look no further! Phi Epsilon Kappa (PEK) is Penn State’s newest and only co-ed professional fraternity for students in the health field and will provide you with professional, service and social opportunities! If you’d like to learn more about us and what we plan to offer you, come check us out at any of the following information sessions: 
  • Monday January 14th 7:00-8:00 PM 110 Osmond 
  • Wednesday January 16th 7:30-8:30 PM  110 Osmond
  • Tuesday January 22nd 7:30-8:30 PM 110 Osmond
  • Thursday January 24th 7:30-8:30 PM 110 Osmond 
  • If you can’t make any of these or have any further questions feel free to e-mail our organization e-mail address: pekatpsu@gmail.com and we’ll get back to you shortly. We hope to see you soon! The Phi Epsilon Kappa Executive Board
• Health Promotion and Wellness, a unit of Penn State Student Affairs, is currently accepting applications for HealthWorks, a peer outreach and education program designed to advocate health among students at University Park. Applications for the 2019-20 academic year are currently being accepted through Feb. 1. HealthWorks offers two unique opportunities for students with an interest in health and wellness to get involved on campus. These opportunities include facilitating one-on-one wellness services to peers and outreach and promotion through workshops and other initiatives. During the application process interested students will have the option to prioritize which opportunity they are most interested in.  
• If you are a first year student, applications are now open for the Presidential Leadership Academy and are due February 1. “The Presidential Leadership Academy is for those who want to think critically about important issues. Those who want to make the tough decisions. Those who want to make a difference in the world and lead by example. Those like you — Penn Staters who want to become the leaders of tomorrow.” Learn more and apply: https://academy.psu.edu/prospective/applications.cfm
• Are you a first year student with at least a 3.3 GPA? Apply for the SPARK program. The Spark Program offers select undergraduate students the opportunity to learn about high impact educational experiences, campus resources, and fellowship opportunities, while providing them with the tools to develop competitive fellowship applications. Applications due January 18! Learn more and apply here: https://ufo.psu.edu/spark
• Penn State’s Student Programming Association Lectures Committee has announced a free lecture by David Hogg, one of the co-founders of March For Our Lives, a youth-led, gun violence prevention movement, at 7 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 18, in the HUB-Robeson Center’s Heritage Hall on the University Park campus.The lecture is free for all students with a valid Penn State University Park Student Photo ID and is funded by the student-initiated fee. Tickets are required for this lecture and are available for Penn State students to pick up starting on Wednesday, Jan. 9 in the SPA office, 226 HUB-Robeson Center. Non-PSU students can also attend, and tickets for those without a valid Penn State University Student Photo ID are available starting Monday, Jan. 14. 
• The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration is Jan 21-25. Some key activities:
  • MLK, Jr. Day of Service, Monday Jan 21, 8:30-4 pm. Sign up at volunteer.psu.edu
  • Monday, January 21 – World in Conversation will expand its regular programming to accommodate 600 additional participants — including students, staff, faculty, and administration. The registration is OPEN NOW. More details and the registration link can be found here: https://worldinconversation.org/mlk/ Please email any questions to: mlk@worldinconversation.org
• HPA and BBH students, there’s still time to apply for the five year integrated undergraduate-graduate (IUG) Master of Public Health program, a joint degree between HHD and Penn State-Hershey. Deadline is January 15th. For info: https://med.psu.edu/public-health-mph/accelerated
• Since 1986, hospitals and other health care organizations in the Southeast Michigan (Detroit-Ann Arbor-Flint) area have provided paid summer internships in health administration and health policy to rising undergraduate juniors and seniors interested in eliminating racial health inequalities. These internships are part of the University of Michigan’s Summer Enrichment Program in Health Management & Policy (UM SEP). UM SEP provides students an opportunity to learn from administrators and policy makers in the health care field, under their direct supervision. In its 33rd consecutive year, the program now has over 650 alumni, with notable positions in hospital administration, government, policy, consulting, higher education, and research. Our program evaluations are consistently in the 95th percentile and higher. We are confident that through this experiential program, students will become familiar with health management and policy and consider it as a career option. Students that will be entering their junior or senior year in the Fall of 2018, and are interested in the health field, administration, or any career that will enable them to use their skills to advance health equity, are encouraged to create an application today. http://www.sph.umich.edu/sep Please Note: The application deadline is January 25, at 11:59 EST. 
• 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 is due January 31 and 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.
• Pink Zone–On Sunday, February 10, join the College of Health and Human Development, the College of Nursing, and the HHD Alumni Society in supporting breast cancer awareness by attending our Pink Zone 2019 pre-game reception and the Penn State Lady Lions Pink Zone Basketball game against the Michigan Wolverines.   Tip Off: 2:00 p.m.
  • To get tickets: Penn State students get in free with their student IDs. To reserve your free tickets through us please contact Brooke Owen (email: B.Owen@psu.edu) in the HHD Alumni Relations Office. 
  • Pre-Game Reception: Whether you purchase tickets through us or sit elsewhere, please join us at 12:30 a.m. in Room E/F at the Bryce Jordan Center for light refreshments (enter from the Founder’s Entrance on the East side of the BJC). There is no cost to attend the reception. Friends and family members of all ages are welcome. The Nittany Lion often joins us, and we are hoping for a repeat visit!  Pre-Game Reception: 12:30 p.m. Register Here for the reception.
• HHD Student, Faculty and Staff Award nominations are open!  Nominations are due January 31 for the following awards (link to applications):
  • Edith Pitt Chace Award, Nomination deadline: January 30, 2019-The Edith Pitt Chace Award recognizes an outstanding student leader and scholar. The recipient of this award will receive a $1,500 scholarship, which will be applied toward tuition during the next academic year.
  • Student Service Award Nomination deadline: January 30, 2019–The Student Service Award recognizes service by a student to HHD, to Penn State, and to the community. The recipient of this award will receive a lifetime membership to the Penn State Alumni Association.
  • Faculty Appreciation Award Nomination deadline: January 30, 2019–The Faculty Appreciation Award honors a faculty member who actively promotes relationships among students, faculty and staff members, and alumni above and beyond the demands of his/her job.
  • Staff Appreciation Award Nomination deadline: January 30, 2019–The Staff Appreciation Award honors a staff member who actively promotes relationships among students, faculty and staff members, and alumni above and beyond the demands of his/her job.
  • Small Project Grants Nomination deadline: March 15, 2019–The Small Project Grant program provides students and faculty members with an additional source of funding for projects that benefit the University community and/or enhance students’ experiences in the College of Health and Human Development. Such projects may include, but are not limited to, student organization service projects or events, undergraduate or graduate student research not pertaining to a thesis or dissertation, and projects that promote collaboration among students and faculty members.
• Upcoming Global Health Minor Information Sessions (2019 Spring Semester) 
  • Thursday, January 17 at 6 p.m. Bennett Pierce Living Center, 110 Henderson Building
  • Thursday, January 31 at 6 p.m. Bennett Pierce Living Center, 110 Henderson Building
    • 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.
• The Alliance for the Arts in Research Universities (a2ru) Emerging Creatives Student Summits bring together students who have an interest in the arts, crossing disciplinary boundaries, and developing collaborative projects. Each year, 80-100 undergraduate and graduate students attend the summit from a2ru partner universities like Penn State Summits have a strong project-based component with activities such as panel discussions with special guests, keynote speakers, site visits or field trips, performances and exhibitions, networking opportunities, and skill-building experiences throughout to collaboratively solve challenges with projects that integrate the arts and design with other disciplines to produce new knowledge; as part of a process of systematic questioning and inquiry; as part of creative activity and scholarship; as a mode of creative activity and scholarship; and in the exploration and discovery of processes, information, applications, ideas or performances. This year’s theme is Food and Place. Food is the common language of life. Across the world, people use it to establish and maintain relationships and to celebrate important events. Food also frequently takes on a symbolic dimension in culture, representing everything from love to social status. Differing approaches to its production and consumption profoundly affect our economic systems, public health, and climate. Our connection to food is multi-faceted, inspiring a wide range of creative works. This summit will be hosted by James Madison University. Application deadline extended thru January 15!  https://www.a2ru.org/events/2019-emerging-creatives-student-summit/

HHD HIGHLIGHTS

• 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.
• 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

• Nittany AI Challenge:  For the second year in a row, the EdTech Network is offering teams of students, faculty, and staff the chance to compete for grants totaling $50,000. Teams will be challenged to use the artificial intelligence (AI) platform(s) of their choosing to develop and present AI-based solutions that improve the student experience at Penn State, solve real problems that the University is facing, and/or generate innovative startup ideas. Visit the Nittany AI Challenge, the central communication hub for all announcements, discussions, criteria, and general information related to the challenge. Plan to submit your idea proposal by January 29 to be considered for the first round of funding.
• INC. U! What is it? INC. U is a year-end “shark tank like” pitch competition to find the Top 6 Undergraduate student owned companies (undergraduates must own 50% or more of the company) to compete for $30,000+ in investment awards. Students compete in an initial video pitch competition and then the Top 6 companies are selected to pitch their companies to a distinguished panel of judges during an hour-long television show called “The Investment.”   Click HERE for a link to see last season’s show that we taped in April/2018.   This year’s competition deadline for Video submissions is February 10, 2019. The competition is open to all Penn State University campus undergraduates!  We are seeking the best student entrepreneurs regardless of what Penn State campus they attend. If you have questions or need additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact Tim Kerchinski –  txk128@psu.edu – 814-865-4388.
• Summer Founders Program — Deadline February 15. WANT $10K TO WORK ON YOUR STARTUP OVER THE SUMMER?  Apply to the Summer Founders Program at the Happy Valley LaunchBox: Team must have at least 1 co-founder who is a full-time Penn State student in good standing (graduating seniors are eligible to apply). Founders must commit to working full-time on their venture (no full/part-time jobs, internships, or classes) from May 15th – Aug 7th in State College, PA. Dedicated working space in the Happy Valley LaunchBox, 24×7 access to the facility, mentorship, networking opportunities, and 1-on-1 help to take your business to the next step. MORE: https://invent.psu.edu/program/summer-founders/. Applications open until Feb 15th at midnight. 
• TestLab at Happy Valley LaunchBox —  Deadline February 4. HAVE AN IDEA FOR A BUSINESS, BUT NOT SURE WHERE TO START?  Apply to Idea TestLab at the Happy Valley LaunchBox. 4, 2 hour sessions over 5 weeks to help you figure out if you can turn your idea into a viable business, access to 1-on-1 mentoring, 24×7 access to LaunchBox for duration of program. MORE: https://launchbox.psu.edu/ideatestlab/. Applications open until Feb 4th at midnight. 
• The Amgen Scholars Program continues to offer undergraduates the opportunity to collaborate with faculty at top institutions on cutting-edge scientific research at ten renowned U.S. host institutions. Applications for the 2018 U.S. Amgen Scholars Program are now online.  Note that applicants do not need to currently attend one of the host institutions to participate. In fact, Amgen Scholars have represented over 680 colleges and universities to date. Applications close February 1 (February 15 for the California Institute of Technology). Eligibility requirements, as well as site-specific programming information, is available via amgenscholars.com. 
• 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. 
• 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
  • Info Session: Udall: 11am-12pm in 217 Thomas, January 16, 2019. 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
• EPPIC Workshops for International Students. For more info: http://www.eppic.la.psu.edu/. Upcoming Sessions: 
  • January 24: Emailing Your Professors: How to Do It Better 5:00 – 6:30 pm 373 Willard
  • January 30: Stand Out: Strategies for Successful Job Interviews in the U.S. 11:15 am – 12:45 pm 207 Sackett
• Health Professions Advising Center workshops. Learn more about their group sessions and advising resources at  http://science.psu.edu/premed/advising Upcoming sessions include: 
  • Med Prep: First-year and sophomore students exploring medicine, dentistry, and podiatry will be familiarized with the coursework, experiences, and skills these health profession schools require of their applicants. Wednesday, February 27, 6:00-7:00pm 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, January 14, 6:00-7:15pm in 102 Thomas
  • 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. Tuesday, January 29, 6:00-7:00pm in 201 Thomas
  • PA Applicants: Junior and senior students applying for physician assistant programs will be introduced to application timelines and strategies needed to compete successfully in the current application cycle. Wednesday, January 23, 6:00-7:00pm in 104 Thomas
  • Health Professional School Interviewing Learn about different interview formats and practice your skills Tuesday, January 15, 6:00-7:30pm in 201 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:
  • Tuesday 1/22 TRANSFORMATION TUESDAY: Adapting to Change and Life Stressors 
  • Monday 1/28  NEW IN TOWN: Transfer Student Support and Resources
  • 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: Tuesday, January 29, 2019  Adult Learners. Additional Workshops: https://financialliteracy.psu.edu/category/workshops/
• 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. https://www.pennstatecsl.com/showcases-spring-2019.html  
  • Erik Foley ​January 18, 2019 HUB 132 (FLEX THEATer)   Serious Business: Four Ways to Restore Nature, Respect People and Repair Our Economic System
• 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

• HHD Research Seminars
  • Monday, January 14 “Grading the Evidence and Making Recommendations: An Insider’s Look at a USDA Pregnancy Working Group and Global Pregnancy Task Force,” Dr. Alison Gernand, Assistant Professor of Nutrition and Ann Atherton Hertzler Early Career Professor in Global Health,  The Pennsylvania State University; 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., 005 Health and Human Development Building; Host: Department of Nutritional Sciences (814-865-3448).
  • Wednesday, January 16 “Individualized Pathways and Resources to Adaptive Control Theory-Inspired Scientific Education (iPRACTISE).” Sy-Miin Chow, Professor of Human Development and Family Studies. QuantDev Brownbag, 12:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m., 101 HHD; Contact: Mimi Brinberg at mjb6504@psu.edu. 
  • Thursday, January 17 “Control systems engineering approach to personalizing physical activity messaging interventions,” David Conroy, Ph.D., Professor of Kinesiology,  and Constantino Lagoa, Ph.D., Professor of Electrical Engineering, The Pennsylvania State University, The
  •  Methodology Center Brown Bag Seminar, https://methodology.psu.edu/training/brownbags, 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., The Methodology Center Conference Room, 401 Health and Human Development Building, University Park, PA. Contact: Kate Guastaferro at kmg55@psu.edu.
  • Thursday, January 17 Panel Discussion: Postdoctoral Experiences; Jocelyn Anderson, PhD, Tyler Bell, PhD, Britney Wardecker, PhD, and Rachel Wion, PhD, Collaborative Seminar Series, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., 101 Nursing Sciences Building, Hosted by: Penn State College of Nursing’s Center of Geriatric Nursing Excellence and Center for Nursing Research; Contact: Donna M. Massari dmm497@psu.edu. ZOOM LINK: https://psu.zoom.us/j/3519364985
  • Thursday, January 17 “Information Technology: Policies and Best Practice,” Kevin Kelliher, Operations Manager, Department of Health and Human Development Facilities, Information Systems and Services (ISS), Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA, 3:05 p.m. to 4:20 p.m., 127 Noll Laboratory; Host: Department of Kinesiology (814-865-7575).
  • Thursday, January 17 “Data-Musik House Concert,” Nilam Ram, Professor of Human Development and Family Studies. QuantDev, 8:00 p.m., 22 BBH; Contact: Mimi Brinberg at mjb6504@psu.edu.
  • Friday, January 18 “Understanding Extreme Dehydration Tolerance: Kermit the Frog vs. Miss Piggy” Journal Club, Graduate Student Class Discussion, Graduate Students Bin Guo and Jigar Gosalia, Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA, 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 127 Noll Laboratory; Host: Department of Kinesiology (814-865-7575).