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HHD Undergrad Newsletter Oct 11 2018

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NEW AND UPCOMING ITEMS
  • MENTORING! The application for students to become part of the HHD Mentoring Program and be matched with HHD Alumni for career guidance is now OPEN. To apply, students should have junior standing (59.1 to 91 credits). Read more and submit your application: https://hhd.psu.edu/hhd/alumni/get-involved/mentor-student/becoming-protege
  • HHD Student Council Meeting Monday, October 22, 7 PM in 359 HHD Building. Grad Student Panel
  • HHD Majors and Minors Night is almost here–Monday, October 15! Majors and Minors Night is an opportunity to meet with academic advisers representing each of HHD’s majors to find out what you can expect in that major–what kinds of courses will you take, what are the requirements for graduation, what happens after graduation. It’s also the night to learn more about the minors offered through the college, too. If you’re in the midst of exploring majors, thinking about changing majors within HHD, or adding an HHD minor, this event is for you. Majors and Minors Night will be held in 10 Henderson from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. on Monday 10/15
  • Education Abroad Fair 2018, Wednesday, October 17, 11 am – 4 pm HUB Alumni Hall, University Park
  • Did you get a flag from your professor about a class? GO SEE YOUR ADVISER! Students who need assistance with a class, a paper or other tutoring support can get it for free from Penn State Learning.  Guided Study Groups and tutoring is available for free to all Penn State students.  Visit https://pennstatelearning.psu.edu/ for more info
  • Did you know our HHD Honor Society is offering peer tutoring? If you would like to be contacted by an Honor Society tutor complete this short form: https://survey.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eYdjrEx8PiKhJOd
  • 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. In years past, grant applications have been open from early January to mid-February. This year applications will be open from Oct. 15 through Jan. 21, 2019. Those interested in applying can do so here. (HHD Summer Research Grants will be open soon, too!)
  • Parent and Family Weekend. Don’t miss the HHD Ice Cream Social on Saturday! Many HHD departments have events, too (see the list below). Bring your parents by to say hello. See the full schedule of events and register at https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/department-directory/penn-state-parents-program/parents-families-weekend 
    • FRIDAY, October 19
      • Golf Teaching and Research Center Open House: Keller Building, Room 5 (Basement of Keller Building) 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Join us to experience the Golf Teaching and Research Center, a unique teaching and research facility designed to lead University instruction and scholarly initiatives in the golf industry.
      • Experience Hospitality, Mateer Building, 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. We invite you to experience our hospitality.  Enjoy wine and cheese while getting to know our faculty, staff, and student leaders. Learn about the vast career opportunities, international programs, and ways to engage with the School of Hospitality Management. RSVP by October 17 at https://goo.gl/forms/KpazlhbN8dD2jJ262. For questions: shmevents@psu.edu or 814-865-1854
    • SATURDAY, October 20
      • HHD Ice Cream Social, October 20, 11am-1pm, Hintz Family Student Center, 10 Henderson Bldg.
      • Speech and Hearing Clinic Open House, 101 Ford Building, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders invites students, parents and families for demonstrations of computer software used to assess and measure aspects of voice production and free hearing screenings.
      • Nutritional Sciences Tour the Food Lab, Henderson Building, Room 007, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. How much do you really know about the foods you eat? What makes up a Healthy Diet? Visit the Nutritional Sciences Department’s Foods Lab in 7 Henderson Hall to find out the facts. Spin the wheel to explore nutrition and show off your diet know-how. Free healthy food, prizes, recipes and more!
      • BBH Undergraduate Research Expo, BioBehavioral Health Building, First Floor Lobby, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Undergraduate students majoring in BBH will be presenting research projects they are currently involved in or have completed in the recent past. The event aims to expose current or future students to the possibility of becoming involved in research and what that may entail.
      • Health Policy and Administration Wine and Cheese Reception, Health & Human Development Building, Atrium and Terrace, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Take a moment to catch your breath and enjoy a glass of wine or light refreshment with faculty and students from the Department of Health Policy and Administration (HPA).  Parents and students are welcome to come and ask questions about the HPA Curriculum, internships and potential career options.
HHD HIGHLIGHTS
  • Thursday, October 25-2018 BENNETT LECTURE IN PREVENTION SCIENCE  “Communities That Care: Using the Research Base for Prevention Sciences to Reduce Behavioral Health Problems,” Richard Catalano, Ph.D., Bartley Dobb Professor for the Study and Prevention of Violence, and Co-Founder, Social Development Research Group, University  of Washington. 4:00 p.m., 110 Henderson Building.
  • 2018 Distinguished Alumni Speaker Series on October 25: Retired FBI agent James Fitzgerald ’75 Law Enforcement and Corrections was a key investigator in numerous high-profile cases, including the Unabomber case, using pioneering linguistics that played a critical role in finding clues leading to Ted Kaczynski’s capture. He was recently featured in the Discovery Channel series “Manhunt: Unabomber.” His talk, “A Journey to the Center of the Mind,” is free and open to the public. Thursday, October 25, 2018, 7:00 p.m. Ruth Pike Auditorium, 22 Biobehavioral Health Building, Penn State University Park
  • SHOWCASE YOUR INTERNSHIP, RESEARCH OR OTHER EXPERIENCES– The Student Engagement Network is hosting the second annual Student Engagement Expo in the HUB-Robeson Center at University Park on Wednesday, Oct. 17. To learn more about the event, visit engage.psu.edu/events/expo. 
  • SHOPPING CARTS OPEN FOR SPRING 2019: Spring 2019 enrollment Registration begins October 10.
  • HHD students trying to arrange a Meeting with your Assigned Academic Adviser: You can view their availability and schedule an appointment through their Starfish calendar (login here: http://sites.psu.edu/starfishinfo/). For directions on how to schedule an advising appointment, please visit http://sites.psu.edu/starfishinfo/user-roles/student-users/
  • Students interested in research opportunities with faculty can learn more about working with faculty at the Research Opportunities web site. Information on funding for research related travel, grants for research and more is found there. Students can see a list of faculty and projects looking for undergraduates to be involved, searching by college, key word: https://undergradresearch.psu.edu/searchByLocation.cfm.
  • 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
  • Penn State is seeking diverse, dedicated, enthusiastic, resourceful, and motivated students to join our 2019 Orientation Team (OTeam).  New Student Orientation (NSO) begins the transition to Penn State and the OTeam makes the difference for new students and their families. Members of the OTeam will serve as group facilitators, resource persons, role models, and ambassadors for Penn State during NSO. You can learn more about the Orientation Team and apply by visiting oteam.psu.edu. Deadline is October 28.
  • HHD students can be part of The Women in Science and Engineering Research (WISER) program, Minority Undergraduate Research Experience (MURE), and the Freshman Undergraduate Research Program (FURP) are coordinated and funded by the NASA Pennsylvania Space Grant Consortium (you don’t necessarily need to be interested in NASA or space). These programs are designed to support underrepresented students in the sciences, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) fields by placing undergraduates with a faculty mentor to gain hands-on experience in a laboratory setting. The application cycle will open on October 1, 2018 and close on November 1, 2018. Students will participate in the program for the spring and fall 2018 semesters. Learn more about HHD faculty labs participating in the program. For more information on these research programs, including eligibility, please visit the PA Space Grant website for undergraduate research.  
  • 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 UFO Info Sessions: 
  • October is LGBTQ+ history month and Penn State is celebrating the achievements of the LGBTQ+ community with a list of events, including speakers, rallies, and more held around campus. The LGBTQA Student Resource Center, a unit of Student Affairs, will be hosting several events throughout the month and encourages the entire Penn State community to participate: 
  • National Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October offers various opportunities for people to reflect on domestic and relationship violence and take action in a positive way. Penn State and community partners are working together to raise awareness of the prevalence of domestic and relationship violence, as well as provide opportunities for students and the community to get more involved in prevention efforts and show support for survivors.
  • Hispanic Heritage Month https://news.psu.edu/story/536995/2018/09/17/campus-life/celebrating-hispanic-heritage-month-penn-state
  • EPPIC Workshops for International Students: 
  • 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. Tuesday, October 16, 6:00-7:00pm 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. Wednesday, October 17, 6:00-7:00pm in 201 Thomas
  • Apply to be a LEAP Mentor for Summer 2019! A LEAP Mentor is a student who works with a group of 24 new first-year students as they transition from high school to college during Summer Session II. Information Sessions: Wednesday, October 17 | 6:00 – 7:00 pm | 122 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, 10/16 Lengthening the Fuse: Managing Anger and Irritability
    • Monday 10/22 This Moment: Mindfulness for Modern Life
    • 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 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, October 23, 2018 Identity Theft
  • The Council of Sustainable Leaders unites Penn State student leaders in sustainability. Sustainability Showcases highlight work by Penn State faculty and others who are making a difference in sustainability. http://www.pennstatecsl.com/showcases-2018.html. 
HHD Research Seminars
  • Wednesday, October 17 “Bridges to Translation V RFA” FAQ session; ZOOM webinar sponsored by Clinical and Translational Science Institute. Come learn about the newly released RFA, please register and zoom link will then be available. Register: bit.ly/BridgesV
  • Wednesday, October 17 “Assessing Continuous Versus Categorical Diagnosis Using Latent Variable Modeling,” Ross Jacobucci, Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of Notre Dame. QuantDev Brownbag, 12:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m., 101 HHD; Host: QuantDev. 
  • Thursday, October 18 “The Micro-Randomized Trial for Developing Just-in-Time Adaptive Interventions in Mobile Health,” Ashley Walton, PhD., Postdoctoral Fellow, Department of Statistics, Harvard 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, October 18 “Understanding the Impact of Microaggressions,” Tina Thomas, Director of Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives, College of Nursing/Health and Human Development; 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., 101 Nursing Sciences Building; Contact: Donna Massari 814-863-1048 or dmm497@psu.edu.
  • Thursday, October 18 “How do Coaches Identify Sporting Talent? Skill Acquisition and Talent Identification at the Australian Institute of Sport,” Alexandra Roberts, M.S., ASpS2, PhD Candidate – Skill Acquisition (Combat Centre), Applied Technology and Innovation, School of Medical and Health Studies, Australian Institute of Sport, Edith Cowan University, Bruce, Australia, 3:05 p.m. to 4:20 p.m., 127 Noll Laboratory; Host: Department of Kinesiology (814-865-7575).
  • Friday, October 19 “Got no Oxygen?  Physiological adaptations in Diving Humans and Seals,” Journal Club, Graduate Student Class Discussion, Graduate Students Maria Da Silva, Emily Lundstrom and Craig Berry, 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).
  • Saturday, October 20 “The Symposium on Artificial Intelligence, Data Science and Informatics for Precision Health: Research Challenges and Opportunities,” 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., E203 Westgate Building; Sponsored by the College of IST – Register: https://sites.ist.psu.edu/events/  This symposium will bring together AI, data sciences, and informatics researchers with biomedical, clinical, and population health researchers to explore emerging research challenges, opportunities, and best practices for collaboration. 
  • Tuesday, October 23 “Randomization and sample size calculation”, Allen Kunselman, MA; CTSI BERD (Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Research Design) Seminar Series, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., 116 Henderson; sponsored by the Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI). 

HHD Undergrad News Sept 27 2018

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NEW ITEMS

  • HHD Majors Nights are almost here–Tuesday, October 9, and Monday, October 15! Majors Nights are an opportunity to meet with academic advisers representing each of HHD’s majors to find out what you can expect in that major–what kinds of courses will you take, what are the requirements for graduation, what happens after graduation. It’s also the night to learn more about the minors offered through the college, too. If you’re in the midst of exploring majors, thinking about changing majors within HHD, or adding an HHD minor, this event is for you. Major Nights will be held in 10 Henderson from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.–come the night that fits your schedule.
  • First Year Students, Have you been completing your Healthy Start Transcript? Bring your transcript to 345 HHD Building or 5 Henderson before October 5 and get one ticket for each entry on your transcript for our first HEALTHY START RAFFLE. You could win a $50 Amazon gift card! Want to earn more tickets? Here are two HEALTHY START EVENTS NEXT WEEK
    • Learn how to STAND FOR STATE at our workshop on Relationship Violence. Tuesday, October 2, 4:45-5:45 in 14 Henderson
    • Midterm Stress got you down? Come to our Stress Less program Wednesday, October 3, Time: 4:40-5:30 PM Location: 14 Henderson
  • Parent and Family Weekend HHD Ice Cream Social, October 20, 11am-1pm, Hintz Family Student Center, 10 Henderson Bldg. Many HHD departments have events, too. See the full schedule of events and register at https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/department-directory/penn-state-parents-program/parents-families-weekend Registration is open now and closes on Sept. 30.
  • Would you be interested in organizing events at Penn State for Global Entrepreneurship Week in November? Contact Dean Shea at dgs4@psu.edu
  • 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 UFO Info Sessions:
    • Info Session: Truman Scholarship Learn more about funding for master’s study, PhD, or professional degree in a field related to public service in the U.S. The Truman is a great program for HHD students interested in health care, public health, nutrition, and more. Oct 1, 4:00 – 5:00 PM in 311 Boucke or register to participate remotely via Zoom: https://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fxaaJ5QMTWOJRBLVHK319Q
  • Hispanic Heritage Month https://news.psu.edu/story/536995/2018/09/17/campus-life/celebrating-hispanic-heritage-month-penn-state
    • Discussion: Am I Latinx Enough?, Wednesday, October 3, 6:00 p.m., 160 Willard Building, Sponsored and led by Latino Caucus
  • EPPIC Workshops for International Students:
  • Health Professions Advising Center worksops. 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. Wednesday, October 3, 6:00-7:00pm in 104 Thomas
    • Meaningful Medical Missions: Learn how to find meaningful medically related service trips, Monday, October 8, 6:00-7:30pm in 105 Wartik
  • Apply to be a LEAP Mentor for Summer 2019! A LEAP Mentor is a student who works with a group of 24 new first-year students as they transition from high school to college during Summer Session II. Information Sessions:
    • Wednesday, October 17 | 6:00 – 7:00 pm | 122 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 10/2, Balance: Coping with Anxiety and Difficult Emotions
    • Monday 10/8, Passion Planning: Using Time to Fuel Your Passion
    • 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 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, October 9, 2018, Student Loans
  • The Council of Sustainable Leaders unites Penn State student leaders in sustainability. Sustainability Showcases highlight work by Penn State faculty and others who are making a difference in sustainability. http://www.pennstatecsl.com/showcases-2018.html. Upccoming Sustainability Showcases:
    • Maya K. van Rossum, September 28, 2018, HUB 134 “The Green Amendment: Securing Our Right to a Healthy Environment”
    • Richard Alley, October 5, 2018, 233AB, “Get Rich and Save the World… Or Else”
  • Check out the Explore Health Careers newsletter: https://www.spectrumemp.com/archives/email/1a648fae-bb75-11e8-a083-22000be0a14e

HHD HIGHLIGHTS

  • TODAY! The Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State will partner with the College of Health and Human Development and Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders to present “Let’s Dance,” a movement workshop. The event, which is free and open to the public, will be held at 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 28, on the lawn of Ford Building. People of all ages are invited to attend the one-hour workshop at the corner of Park Avenue and Allen Road. Participants do not need to register in advance and should wear comfortable clothing. No dancing or singing experience is required. Parking for the workshop is available at the Nittany Parking Deck.
  • MENTORING! The application for students to become part of the HHD Mentoring Program and be matched with HHD Alumni for career guidance is now OPEN. To apply, students should have junior standing (59.1 to 91 credits). Read more and submit your application: https://hhd.psu.edu/hhd/alumni/get-involved/mentor-student/becoming-protege
  • SHOWCASE YOUR INTERNSHIP, RESEARCH OR OTHER EXPERIENCES– The Student Engagement Network is hosting the second annual Student Engagement Expo in the HUB-Robeson Center at University Park on Wednesday, Oct. 17. Individual undergraduate students or student groups participating in engagement experiences are encouraged to submit proposals that support the central theme of the event, “Find Your Why. Start Your Journey.” Students from any of Penn State’s campuses can get involved in one of two ways: Show the impact of their engagement experience in the form of a poster, or share their engagement experience story as a lightning round presenter. To learn more about the event and submit a proposal, visit engage.psu.edu/events/expo. The deadline for proposal submissions is Sep. 28.
  • HHD students can be part of The Women in Science and Engineering Research (WISER) program, Minority Undergraduate Research Experience (MURE), and the Freshman Undergraduate Research Program (FURP) are coordinated and funded by the NASA Pennsylvania Space Grant Consortium (you don’t necessarily need to be interested in NASA or space). These programs are designed to support underrepresented students in the sciences, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) fields by placing undergraduates with a faculty mentor to gain hands-on experience in a laboratory setting. The application cycle will open on October 1, 2018 and close on November 1, 2018. Students will participate in the program for the spring and fall 2018 semesters. Learn more about HHD faculty labs participating in the program. For more information on these research programs, including eligibility, please visit the PA Space Grant website for undergraduate research.
  • SHOPPING CARTS OPEN FOR SPRING 2019: Spring 2019 enrollment shopping carts will open in LionPATH on September 19, 2018 for graduate and undergraduate students. The Shopping Cart is where students can create and maintain their class schedules for the upcoming semester. It is used to temporarily save classes until it is time to enroll for the semester. (Note: Placing a class in the shopping cart does not mean the student is enrolled in the course or that a space will be held for a student in the class). Registration begins October 10.
  • HHD students trying to arrange a Meeting with your Assigned Academic Adviser: You can view their availability and schedule an appointment through their Starfish calendar (login here: http://sites.psu.edu/starfishinfo/). For directions on how to schedule an advising appointment, please visit http://sites.psu.edu/starfishinfo/user-roles/student-users/
  • Did you know our HHD Honor Society is offering peer tutoring? If you would like to be contacted by an Honor Society tutor complete this short form: https://survey.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eYdjrEx8PiKhJOd
  • 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

STUDENT SUPPORTS

  • Flu season is quickly approaching, and in preparation, University Health Services (UHS) will be offering student flu vaccine clinics on campus. The clinics, to be held in Alumni Hall, HUB-Robeson Center, are open to all students. No appointment is necessary to attend, and students are encouraged to drop in during any of the six clinic dates. The cost of this year’s vaccine is $25, billable to insurance or the student’s Bursar account. For more information, please visit studentaffairs.psu.edu/flu-vaccine-clinics. UHS flu vaccine clinics will be held on the following dates:
    • Thursday, Oct. 4, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
    • Monday, Oct. 8,  9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
    • Tuesday, Oct. 16 , 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
    • Monday, Oct. 22, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
    • Tuesday, Oct. 30, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
  • Students thinking about going to law school should sign up for an information session before scheduling an individual appointment with the pre-law adviser. Two kinds of sessions are available throughout the semester: “Pre-Law Orientation” and “Applying to Law School.” See details, dates/times, and registration instructions at Pre-Law Information Sessions. Note: These sessions fill quickly.
  • Did you get a flag from your professor about a class? Go see your adviser and talk to your professor! Students who need assistance with a class, a paper or other tutoring support can get it for free from Penn State Learning.  Guided Study Groups and tutoring is available for free to all Penn State students.  Visit https://pennstatelearning.psu.edu/ for more info.
  • Get your fitness in gear. There are many ways you can choose to get healthy and have fun at Penn State. Learn about classes and opportunities: https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/campusrec/fitwell
  • If you are an undergraduate international student, Penn State’s EPPIC (English for Professional Purposes Intercultural Center) provides a wide array of workshops to help students improve their communication skills.  To learn more about their programs and services visit: http://www.eppic.la.psu.edu/services
  • All students at Penn State, including HHD students, can seek specialized advising on the health professions at the Health Professions Advising Center. The center provides advising on preparation for medical or PA school, interviewing, personal statements, medical missions, and gap years.  Students considering medical, dental, podiatry, and physician assistant professions must attend a Med Prep or PA Prep group advising session prior to meeting one-on-one with PreHealth Advising. Learn more about their group sessions and advising resources at  http://science.psu.edu/premed/advising
  • LifeHacks are group workshops to help students manage stress, improve sleep or adjust to college life.  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). See https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/health-wellness/psychological-counseling/life-hacks-caps for a full schedule.
  • Group Counseling Discussion Groups at CAPS: visit https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/health-wellness/psychological-counseling/counseling-services/group-counseling/current-groups to find groups and see meeting dates.
  • As part of Penn State’s ongoing commitment to strengthen student financial literacy, Penn State’s Sokolov-Miller Family Financial and Life Skills Center supports students through education and training. To learn more about how they can help students, visit financialliteracy.psu.edu.
  • The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Ally (LGBTQA) Student Resource Center provides a comprehensive range of education, information, and advocacy services to students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Stop by the center to say hello and get involved. https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/lgbtqa
  • Wellness Retreats Health Promotion and Wellness at Penn State will host full day (9 a.m.–4 p.m.) wellness retreats this fall. During the retreats, students will have an opportunity to engage in meditation, yoga, art and mindfulness activities, intuitive eating and more. Students must reserve space in advance by emailing promotinghealth@psu.edu, or by calling 814-863-0461. All retreats are free and lunch will be provided. The retreats will take place on campus in the Intramural Building or Pasquerilla Spiritual Center. Dates include: Saturday, Oct. 20 (must reserve spot by Oct. 12), Saturday, Nov. 10 (must reserve spot by Nov. 2)

MEETINGS, EVENTS AND INVOLVEMENT

  • Apply to be a LEAP Mentor for Summer 2019! A LEAP Mentor is a student who works with a group of 24 new first-year students as they transition from high school to college during Summer Session II. Information Sessions:
    • Wednesday, October 17 | 6:00 – 7:00 pm | 122 Thomas
    • Tuesday, October 30 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm | 104 Thomas
    • Monday, November 12 | 5:30 – 6:30 pm | 102 Thomas
    • Tuesday, November 27 | 6:00 – 7:00 pm | 104 Thomas
    • Thursday, December 6 | 7:00 – 8:00 pm | 104 Thomas
    • Questions? Contact the Office for Summer Session at leap@psu.edu or 814-863-4174.
  • Penn State’s 26th Annual Symposium on Family Issues is on Oct. 22-23, 2018 in State College, PA: The landscape for family life is ever changing. The strategies needed to maintain family economic stability, health and general well-being vary across space and place. Although the rural-urban divide is often portrayed as the most important geographic distinction, there is tremendous diversity across rural communities. Families in rural areas come from diverse backgrounds, and communities vary in the degree to which they can support healthy families and child well-being. The 2018 National Symposium on Family Issues will focus on the challenges facing families in rural areas and the unique strategies invoked by families in rural areas today. Visit our website for more information and to register. The Symposium is open to everyone, including undergraduate students, but registration is required.
  • Interested in Entrepreneurship? Penn State Libraries has resources for you–The Entrepreneurship Guide is a digital toolkit that highlights library resources for company, market, industry, and business planning research, available to current Penn State students, faculty, and staff entrepreneurs across the commonwealth. There are additional guides available for specific ENTI clusters and for other commonwealth campus locations. Be sure to check out the library’s page for more info. Other entrepreneurship resources at Penn State
  • The Council of Sustainable Leaders unites Penn State student leaders in sustainability. Their Showcases highlight work by Penn State faculty and others who are making a difference in sustainability. Events are on Fridays 12 – 1:30 pm and include lunch for RSVP’d guests. Information on all upcoming showcases can be found here: http://www.pennstatecsl.com/showcases-2018.html.
  • The Public Leadership Education Network provides seminars for female college students interested in leadership opportunities in policy fields, including health, advocacy, STEM, global issues, and more. Students can learn more about their seminars at:  https://plen.org/seminars/
  • Are you interested in how the arts connect to health?  The Alliance for the Arts in Research Universities hosts a conference for faculty and students like you.  Learn more about their fall conference and student travel scholarships 

FUNDING AND SCHOLARSHIPS

  • 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.
  • Land O’Lakes, Inc. is accepting applications for the Land O’Lakes Global Food Challenge Emerging Leaders for Food Security™ fellowship. In its fourth year, the program expanded to 11 eligible universities across the United States to draw a broad mix of skills and perspectives to agriculture. Students entering their sophomore year for the 2018-19 academic year are eligible to apply. The deadline is Oct. 10. Get started applying here:  http://foodchallenge.landolakesinc.com/about-the-program/eligibility-requirements/
  • Inc.U Pitch Competition offers $30,000 in investment rewards for student startups: PennTAP (Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Program has a grant that assists undergraduate students in their entrepreneurial company startup endeavors. PennTAP sponsors a “shark tank like” pitch competition called “Inc.U” 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. The Top 6 companies (selected via an initial video pitch competition) – are then given the opportunity to pitch their companies to a distinguished panel of judges during an hour-long Inc.U television show called “The Investment.” (Click HERE for a link to see last season’s show)  The competition is open to all Penn State University undergraduates!  For more info see the video and other information at https://penntap.psu.edu/innovation/incu/ If students have questions or need additional information, contact Tim Kerchinski –  txk128@psu.edu – 814-865-4388.
  • The LGBTQA Student Resource Center offers multiple scholarships to Penn State students who are interested in and have shown a commitment to the Penn State LGBTQ+ community. Each scholarship has specific requirements for eligibility, including financial status, academic standing, and current and future involvement in the LGBTQ+ community on Penn State campuses. Scholarship Applications Open: August 20, 2018 and close December 14. Information at https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/campus-community-diversity/lgbtq-community/find-support-lgbtq-student/lgbtq-scholarships-and-awards

College of HHD Research Seminars

  • Monday, October 1: “Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Cardiovascular Disease: He Said She Said,” Dr. William Harris, President, OmegaQuant, LLC and Professor of Internal Medicine, University of Dakota, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., 005 HHD; Host: Department of Nutritional Sciences (814-865-3448).
  • Tuesday, October 2: “Lessons from the Field: The Administrative Data Accelerator and the PA Integrated Data System”, Max Crowley, Ph.D., Director of the Administrative Data Accelerator, and Assistant Professor of Human Development and Family Studies; Michael Donovan, M.A., Director of Policy & Outreach, Administrative Data Accelerator; and Ashley Stauffer, M.S., Project & Operations Manager, Administrative Data Accelerator, Penn State,  12:00 p.m. (NOON), 312 BBH; Contact: Ashley Linden-Carmichael (814-865-7177) axc547@psu.edu.
  • Wednesday, October 3: “Multi-Method Approaches to Studying Stress, Health and Aging Processes,” Gloria Luong, Assistant Professor of Human Development and Family Studies at Colorado State University. QuantDev Brownbag, 12:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m., 101 HHD; Host: QuantDev.
  • Thursday, October 4: “Using the Multiphase Optimization Strategy to develop and test a physical activity promotion intervention for breast cancer survivors,” Siobhan Phillips, PhD, MPH, Assistant Professor, Division of Behavioral Medicine, Department of Preventive Medicine, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, 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, October 4: “Understanding the Neuromechanics of Locomotor Learning in Healthy and Pathological Gait,” James Finley, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Director, Locomotor Control Lab, Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Neuroscience Graduate Program, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, 3:05 p.m. to 4:20 p.m., 127 Noll Laboratory; Host: Department of Kinesiology (814-865-7575).
  • Friday, October 5: “Bone turnover dynamics foreshadow changes in bone density in energy deficient exercising women,” Emily Southmayd, Ph.D. Candidate, Department of Kinesiology, College of Health and Human Development, University Park, PA, 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 127 Noll Laboratory; Host: Department of Kinesiology (814-865-7575).
  • Friday, October 5: “Toward an Understanding of Optimization Principles in Post-Stroke Gait,” James Finley, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Director, Locomotor Control Lab, Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Neuroscience Graduate Program, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, 3:45 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., 127 Noll Laboratory; Hosts: The Center for Movement Science and Technology – Huck Institutes and, The Department of Kinesiology (814-865-7575).
  • Monday, October 8: “Circadian Rhythms and Addiction: Interplay between Metabolic and Circadian Pathways in the Regulation of Reward-related Neural Circuitry” Dr. Ryan Logan, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, The University of Pittsburgh. 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., 22 Biobehavioral Health; Host: Biobehavioral Health Department (814-863-7256).
  • Tuesday, October 9: “Systematic review and meta-analysis”, Vernon Chinchilli, PhD; CTSI BERD (Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Research Design) Seminar Series, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., 116 Henderson; sponsored by the Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI).

HHD Undergrad News Sept 20 2018

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NEW ITEMS
  • MENTORING! The application for students to become part of the HHD Mentoring Program and be matched with HHD Alumni for career guidance is now OPEN. To apply, students should have junior standing (59.1 to 91 credits). Read more and submit your application: https://hhd.psu.edu/hhd/alumni/get-involved/mentor-student/becoming-protege
  • HHD STUDENT COUNCIL MEETING, MONDAY SEPT 24, 7 PM, 359 HHD BUILDING. Presentations on HHD Study Abroad, Global Entrepreneurship Week, Ribbons for Malnutrition Week, Chips and Salsa, and other opportunities to get involved.  
  • The Associate Dean’s Student Advisory Board (SAB) is a group of students selected to assist the Health and Human Development Student Council and the College of Health and Human Development by providing an organized voice for student issues and concerns. The first monthly meeting of the SAB is Sept 24 at 6 pm in 353 HHD Building. Come to the first meeting and complete an application. We still need more representatives from the following majors: HPA, RPTM, HM, NUTR, CSD
  • SHOWCASE YOUR INTERNSHIP, RESEARCH OR OTHER EXPERIENCES– The Student Engagement Network is hosting the second annual Student Engagement Expo in the HUB-Robeson Center at University Park on Wednesday, Oct. 17. Individual undergraduate students or student groups participating in engagement experiences are encouraged to submit proposals that support the central theme of the event, “Find Your Why. Start Your Journey.” Students from any of Penn State’s campuses can get involved in one of two ways: Show the impact of their engagement experience in the form of a poster, or share their engagement experience story as a lightning round presenter. To learn more about the event and submit a proposal, visit engage.psu.edu/events/expo. The deadline for proposal submissions is Wednesday, Sep. 26.
  • HHD students can be part of The Women in Science and Engineering Research (WISER) program, Minority Undergraduate Research Experience (MURE), and the Freshman Undergraduate Research Program (FURP) are coordinated and funded by the NASA Pennsylvania Space Grant Consortium (you don’t necessarily need to be interested in NASA or space). These programs are designed to support underrepresented students in the sciences, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) fields by placing undergraduates with a faculty mentor to gain hands-on experience in a laboratory setting. The application cycle will open on October 1, 2018 and close on November 1, 2018. Students will participate in the program for the spring and fall 2018 semesters. Learn more about HHD faculty labs participating in the program. For more information on these research programs, including eligibility, please visit the PA Space Grant website for undergraduate research.  
  • Join Lion Scouts or SMART: Undergraduate Admissions is now accepting applications for Lion Scouts and the Student Minority Advisory and Recruitment Team (SMART), two student organizations that conduct campus tours and other activities for prospective students. The application deadline for SMART is Friday, September 21 at 11:59 p.m. The application deadline for Lion Scouts is Sunday, September 23 at 11:59 p.m.
  • Hispanic Heritage Month https://news.psu.edu/story/536995/2018/09/17/campus-life/celebrating-hispanic-heritage-month-penn-state
    • Cultural Night-Saturday, September 22, 6:00–9:00 p.m., Heritage Hall, HUB-Robeson Center Keynote: Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodríguez, Writer and Founder of Latina Rebels FREE Tickets for the dinner will be available in the Multicultural Resource Center, 220 Grange Building, beginning Monday, September 17, 2018. Sponsored by the Office of the Vice Provost for Educational Equity, the Latina/o Studies Program, and the Paul Robeson Cultural Center 
    • Presentation: Latinx Indigenous History Tuesday, September 25, 6:00–7:00 p.m., 267 Willard Building Sponsored and led by Latino Caucus and the Mexican American Student Association
  • Announcing the Code4PA Code-a-Thon 2018: Leveraging Data to Address the Opioid Epidemic.
    • Kickoff: September 21-22, 2018 | Pitch Date: October 20, 2018 in Harrisburg, PA
    •  Participants will use a variety of publicly-available data sets related to opioids to develop a solution to address one of the following challenge tracks:
      • Preventing Opioid-Use Disorder
      • Rescue – Saving Pennsylvania Lives
      • Ensuring Access to Treatment
    •  We seek individuals participants, teams, mentors and volunteers; this event is open to anyone, including programmers, developers, designers, project managers, as well as first-time coders and subject-area experts, among many others. If you’d like to participate, please visit http://www.code4pa.tech/ for more information, FAQs and registration details. If you plan to participate, please notify Michael Donovan, at mwd139@psu.edu<mailto:mwd139@psu.edu>, as the PSU Clinical & Translational Science Institute (CTSI) and Social Science Research Institute (SSRI) have some funds to defray travel expenses.
  • SHOPPING CARTS OPEN FOR SPRING 2019: Spring 2019 enrollment shopping carts will open in LionPATH on September 19, 2018 for graduate and undergraduate students. The Shopping Cart is where students can create and maintain their class schedules for the upcoming semester. It is used to temporarily save classes until it is time to enroll for the semester. (Note: Placing a class in the shopping cart does not mean the student is enrolled in the course or that a space will be held for a student in the class). Registration begins October 10.
  • Flu season is quickly approaching, and in preparation, University Health Services (UHS) will be offering student flu vaccine clinics on campus. The clinics, to be held in Alumni Hall, HUB-Robeson Center, are open to all students. No appointment is necessary to attend, and students are encouraged to drop in during any of the six clinic dates. The cost of this year’s vaccine is $25, billable to insurance or the student’s Bursar account. For more information, please visit studentaffairs.psu.edu/flu-vaccine-clinics. UHS flu vaccine clinics will be held on the following dates: 
    • Tuesday, Sept. 25, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. 
    • Thursday, Oct. 4, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
    • Monday, Oct. 8,  9 a.m.–12:30 p.m. 
    • Tuesday, Oct. 16 , 10 a.m.–4 p.m. 
    • Monday, Oct. 22, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. 
    • Tuesday, Oct. 30, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. 
  • Would you like to learn how to study more effectively in less time? Study Smarter, Not Harder is an interactive workshop that 99% of students who previously attended would recommend to a friend. Study Smarter, Not Harder will be held Wednesday, September 26 at 6:00 p.m. in 110 Wartik Lab. You’ll learn how to create good learning habits, effective strategies for processing information, how to break down course material into manageable concepts, and the most important factors in successful learning.
  • Students thinking about going to law school should sign up for an information session before scheduling an individual appointment with the pre-law adviser. Two kinds of sessions are available throughout the semester: “Pre-Law Orientation” and “Applying to Law School.” See details, dates/times, and registration instructions at Pre-Law Information Sessions. Note: These sessions fill quickly.
HHD HIGHLIGHTS
  • HHD Education Abroad Open House, Thursday, September 27, 2018, 3 – 5 p.m., Health and Human Development Building Room 108 and Atrium.
  • HHD Healthy Start: “Early Adversity and Intervention: Effects Over Time”, The 2018 Child Study Center’s Lois Bloom Lecture By Mary Dozier, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology and Unidel Amy Elizabeth du Pont Chair in Child Development, Director of Clinical Training, University of Delaware
    • Dr. Dozier will consider the effects of different types of early adversity on children’s functioning, and factors that affect children’s ability to recover behaviorally and biologically following adversity. The types of adversity considered will include parental neglect, maternal opioid dependence, foster care, and orphanage care. An intervention, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-up (ABC), has been developed and adapted for parents of young children who have experienced these various forms of adversity.  Recent findings from our randomized clinical studies will be presented, highlighting brain and behavioral outcomes from middle childhood. Thursday, September 20, 2018 4:15 p.m., Nittany Lion Inn, Assembly Room (open to students and public)
  • HHD students trying to arrange a Meeting with your Assigned Academic Adviser: You can view their availability and schedule an appointment through their Starfish calendar (login here: http://sites.psu.edu/starfishinfo/). For directions on how to schedule an advising appointment, please visit http://sites.psu.edu/starfishinfo/user-roles/student-users/
  • The Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State will partner with the College of Health and Human Development and Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders to present “Let’s Dance,” a movement workshop. The event, which is free and open to the public, will be held at 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 28, on the lawn of Ford Building. People of all ages are invited to attend the one-hour workshop at the corner of Park Avenue and Allen Road. Participants do not need to register in advance and should wear comfortable clothing. No dancing or singing experience is required. Parking for the workshop is available at the Nittany Parking Deck. For information about the movement workshop, contact Medora Ebersole at 814-863-6752 or mde13@psu.edu.
  • 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 
 
STUDENT SUPPORTS
  • Did you get a flag from your professor about a class? Go see your adviser and talk to your professor! Students who need assistance with a class, a paper or other tutoring support can get it for free from Penn State Learning.  Guided Study Groups and tutoring is available for free to all Penn State students.  Visit https://pennstatelearning.psu.edu/ for more info. 
  • Our HHD Honor Society is also offering peer tutoring. If you would like to be contacted by an Honor Society tutor complete this short form: https://survey.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eYdjrEx8PiKhJOd
  • Get your fitness in gear. There are many ways you can choose to get healthy and have fun at Penn State. Learn about classes and opportunities: https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/campusrec/fitwell
  • If you are an undergraduate international student, Penn State’s EPPIC (English for Professional Purposes Intercultural Center) provides a wide array of workshops to help students improve their communication skills.  To learn more about their programs and services visit: http://www.eppic.la.psu.edu/services 
  • All students at Penn State, including HHD students, can seek specialized advising on the health professions at the Health Professions Advising Center. The center provides advising on preparation for medical or PA school, interviewing, personal statements, medical missions, and gap years.  Students considering medical, dental, podiatry, and physician assistant professions must attend a Med Prep or PA Prep group advising session prior to meeting one-on-one with PreHealth Advising. Learn more about their group sessions and advising resources at  http://science.psu.edu/premed/advising Upcoming sessions include:
    • PA Prep: First-year and sophomore students exploring physician assistant careers will be familiarized with the coursework, experiences, and skills needed to successfully apply to physician assistant programs. Tuesday, September 25, 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. Wednesday, October 3, 6:00-7:00pm in 104 Thomas
  • LifeHacks are group workshops to help students manage stress, improve sleep or adjust to college life.  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). See https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/health-wellness/psychological-counseling/life-hacks-caps for a full schedule. Upcoming LifeHacks:
    • Monday 9/24, Adulting 101 
    • Tuesday 9/25, New In Town: Transfer Student Support and Resources
    • Tuesday 10/2, Balance: Coping with Anxiety and Difficult Emotions
  • Group Counseling Discussion Groups at CAPS: visit https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/health-wellness/psychological-counseling/counseling-services/group-counseling/current-groups to find groups and see meeting dates.
    • Highlighted Group: Stress Management-This clinic helps students who are struggling to manage daily stress. Students learn various tools to cope with stress and learn a new relaxation exercise each session. Mondays, 10:00-11:30 a.m.
  • As part of Penn State’s ongoing commitment to strengthen student financial literacy, Penn State’s Sokolov-Miller Family Financial and Life Skills Center supports students through education and training. To learn more about how they can help students, visit financialliteracy.psu.edu.
    • The Penn State Sokolov-Miller Family Financial & Life Skills Center is offering monthly webinars via Zoom throughout the 2018-2019 academic year. The webinars will be held every other Tuesday of every month starting in August, and are from 12:00 – 1:00 PM (Except December). 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, September 25, 2018 on Credit Cards
  • Wellness Retreats Health Promotion and Wellness at Penn State will host full day (9 a.m.–4 p.m.) wellness retreats this fall. During the retreats, students will have an opportunity to engage in meditation, yoga, art and mindfulness activities, intuitive eating and more. Students must reserve space in advance by emailing promotinghealth@psu.edu, or by calling 814-863-0461. All retreats are free and lunch will be provided. The retreats will take place on campus in the Intramural Building or Pasquerilla Spiritual Center. Dates include: Saturday, Oct. 20 (must reserve spot by Oct. 12), Saturday, Nov. 10 (must reserve spot by Nov. 2)
 
MEETINGS, EVENTS AND INVOLVEMENT
  • STAND FOR STATE Peer Educator Applications are Now LIVE! Did you hear that Stand for State is starting a peer educator program? Well, we are! We are looking for full-time graduate or undergrad students that want to provide programs to their peers about how to step in when in counts and create a safer campus culture. Peer educators will be trained to provide programs about interrupting sexual and relationship violence. Applications open September 12 and close on September 26th. In-person interviews: October 2 – 5. Training weekend: October 20 – 21 
  • Penn State’s 26th Annual Symposium on Family Issues is on Oct. 22-23, 2018 in State College, PA: The landscape for family life is ever changing. The strategies needed to maintain family economic stability, health and general well-being vary across space and place. Although the rural-urban divide is often portrayed as the most important geographic distinction, there is tremendous diversity across rural communities. Families in rural areas come from diverse backgrounds, and communities vary in the degree to which they can support healthy families and child well-being. The 2018 National Symposium on Family Issues will focus on the challenges facing families in rural areas and the unique strategies invoked by families in rural areas today. Visit our website for more information and to register. The Symposium is open to everyone, including undergraduate students, but registration is required.
  • Interested in Entrepreneurship? Penn State Libraries has resources for you–The Entrepreneurship Guide is a digital toolkit that highlights library resources for company, market, industry, and business planning research, available to current Penn State students, faculty, and staff entrepreneurs across the commonwealth. There are additional guides available for specific ENTI clusters and for other commonwealth campus locations. Be sure to check out the library’s page for more info. Other entrepreneurship resources at Penn State
  • The Council of Sustainable Leaders unites Penn State student leaders in sustainability. Their Showcases highlight work by Penn State faculty and others who are making a difference in sustainability. Events are on Fridays 12 – 1:30 pm and include lunch for RSVP’d guests. Information on all upcoming showcases can be found here: http://www.pennstatecsl.com/showcases-2018.html. The next Showcase is Karen Winterich, September 21, 2018, HUB 233AB, From Disposable to Reusable (and Sustainable)
  • The Public Leadership Education Network provides seminars for female college students interested in leadership opportunities in policy fields, including health, advocacy, STEM, global issues, and more. Students can learn more about their seminars at:  https://plen.org/seminars/
  • Are you interested in how the arts connect to health?  The Alliance for the Arts in Research Universities hosts a conference for faculty and students like you.  Learn more about their fall conference and student travel scholarships 
  • Parent and Family Weekend HHD Ice Cream Social, October 20, 11am-1pm, Hintz Family Student Center, 10 Henderson Bldg. Many HHD departments have events, too. See the full schedule of events and register at https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/department-directory/penn-state-parents-program/parents-families-weekend Registration is open now and closes on Sept. 30.
 
FUNDING AND SCHOLARSHIPS
  • 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 UFO Info Sessions:
    • Info Session: What is Research?: September 17, 2018, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm in 307 Hammond. Learn more about what participation in research and creative inquiry looks like in your field. Register to participate remotely via Zoom here:https://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4fHQ2q9PRbuJbBye7JoT1w 
    • Info Session: Critical Language Scholarship, September 17, 2018, 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm  in 311 Boucke. Learn more about funding for 7 – 10 weeks of intensive study of a critical language in a country where that language is predominantly spoken. Register to participate remotely via Zoom here: https://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sMRf35jHRUujioPw2qhCHA 
    • Info Session: DAAD and DAAD RISE, September 18, 2018, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm in 219 Hammond. Learn more about funding for study, research, or internship at a German university participating in the German Academic Exchange Service. Register to participate remotely via Zoom here:https://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_krXShaKiRnapm5hgLjLStA 
    • Info Session: Is Graduate School Right for Me? September 19, 2018, 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm in 102 Kern. Learn more about what to expect and receive from a graduate education and whether it’s right for you, including a discussion on the difference between a Master’s and Ph.D. Register to participate remotely via Zoom here: https://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XfWNlx3iTHa3Z0_JIDz4Ew
    • Info Session: Taking a Gap- or Glide-Year Before Graduate School–September 26, 2018, 3:00 – 5:00 PM in 102 Kern. Learn more about year-long post-graduate opportunities and how they can bolster your CV for graduate school applications, panelists include Dr. Troy Ott and Dr. Cooduvalli Shashikant from the Huck Institute. Register to participate remotely via Zoom here: https://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_v6oXzzVIThOqIqrlMaKDuA
  • Land O’Lakes, Inc. is accepting applications for the Land O’Lakes Global Food Challenge Emerging Leaders for Food Security™ fellowship. In its fourth year, the program expanded to 11 eligible universities across the United States to draw a broad mix of skills and perspectives to agriculture. Students entering their sophomore year for the 2018-19 academic year are eligible to apply. The deadline is Oct. 10. Get started applying here:  http://foodchallenge.landolakesinc.com/about-the-program/eligibility-requirements/
  • Inc.U Pitch Competition offers $30,000 in investment rewards for student startups: PennTAP (Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Program has a grant that assists undergraduate students in their entrepreneurial company startup endeavors. PennTAP sponsors a “shark tank like” pitch competition called “Inc.U” 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. The Top 6 companies (selected via an initial video pitch competition) – are then given the opportunity to pitch their companies to a distinguished panel of judges during an hour-long Inc.U television show called “The Investment.” (Click HERE for a link to see last season’s show)  The competition is open to all Penn State University undergraduates!  For more info see the video and other information at https://penntap.psu.edu/innovation/incu/ If students have questions or need additional information, contact Tim Kerchinski –  txk128@psu.edu – 814-865-4388.
  • The LGBTQA Student Resource Center offers multiple scholarships to Penn State students who are interested in and have shown a commitment to the Penn State LGBTQ+ community. Each scholarship has specific requirements for eligibility, including financial status, academic standing, and current and future involvement in the LGBTQ+ community on Penn State campuses. Scholarship Applications Open: August 20, 2018 and close December 14. Information at https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/campus-community-diversity/lgbtq-community/find-support-lgbtq-student/lgbtq-scholarships-and-awards
 
College of HHD Research Seminars
  • Thursday, September 20 “Worksite Health Promotion, Show me the Money!,” Philip A. Smeltzer, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Public Health, College of Medicine, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston,SC, 3:05 p.m. to 4:20 p.m., 101 Ag Science & Industries; Host: Department of Kinesiology (814-865-7575).
  • Friday, September 21 “The Role of Psychosocial Stress on the Cardiovascular System:  Exercise to the Rescue,” Paul D Chantler Ph.D., Associate Professor, Director, Human Performance Laboratory, Director, Masters of Science Graduate program, Co-Director, Clinical & Translational Science PhD Program, WVU – School of Medicine, Division of Exercise Physiology,  Morgantown, WV, 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 127 Noll Laboratory; Host: Department of Kinesiology (814-865-7575).
  • Friday, September 21 “Go Baby Go: Why the Time is Right for Meaningful Rehab Tech,” Cole Galloway, Ph.D., PT, FAPTA, Professor, Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health Sciences, University of Delaware, Newark, DE, 3:45 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., 127 Noll Laboratory, hosts: The Center for Movement Science and Technology – Huck Institutes and, The Department of Kinesiology (865-7575).
  • Monday, September 24 “Engaging the Community in Research and the CERC Fellowship“, Jen Kraschnewski, MD, Gina Brelsford, PhD, Deepa Sekhar, MD; 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., CTSI B3 (Bench to Bedside and Beyond) Seminar Series, live-streamed to 116 Henderson or Zoom available on registration (bit.ly/B3SEPT2018); Sponsored by the Clinical and Translational Science Institute.
  • Monday, September 24 “Mixed Methods Evaluation of a Patient-Centered Medical Home Program,” Gilbert Gimm, PhD, Associate Professor of Health Administration and Policy, George Mason 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, September 24 “Using behavioral pharmacology to improve opioid use disorder treatment” Dr. Kelly Dunn, Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., 22 Biobehavioral Health; Host: Biobehavioral Health Department (814-863-7256).
  • Monday, September 24 “The impact of Iron Repletion on Vitamin A Metabolism and Kinetics in Iron Deficient Rats,” Yaqi Li, Doctoral Candidate in Nutritional Sciences, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., 005 Health and Human Development Building; Host: Department of Nutritional Sciences (814-865-3448).
  • Tuesday, September 25 “Matching and stratification with propensity scores for cohort studies”, Vernon Chinchilli, PhD; CTSI BERD (Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Research Design) Seminar Series, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., 116 Henderson; sponsored by the Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI).
  • Wednesday, September 26 “Flexible Modeling of Incomplete Multivariate Data for Inference, Imputation and Prediction,” Joe Schafer, US Census Bureau. QuantDev Brownbag, 12:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m., 401 HHD; Host: QuantDev. 
  • Thursday, September 27 “Ethics and Legal Aspects Related to Persons with Cognitive Impairment,” Hollyce Winters, Attorney and Executive Director, Centre County Bar Association. 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., 101 Nursing Sciences Building; Contact: Donna Massari 814-863-1048 or dmm497@psu.edu.
  • Thursday, September 27 “Continuous Alcohol Monitoring and EMA in the “SCRAM” Study: Progress and Future Directions, Michael Russell, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Health and Human Development, 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, October 4 “Using the Multiphase Optimization Strategy to develop and test a physical activity promotion intervention for breast cancer survivors,” Siobhan Phillips, PhD, MPH, Assistant Professor, Division of Behavioral Medicine, Department of Preventive Medicine, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, The Methodology Center Brown Bag Seminar, 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., The Methodology Center Conference Room, 401 Health and Human Development Building, University Park, PA. https://methodology.psu.edu/training/brownbags, Contact: Kate Guastaferro at kmg55@psu.edu.

HHD Undergraduate News September 13 2018

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NEW ITEMS
  • HHD Healthy Start: Tuesday, September 18, 4:30-5:30 PM, 14 Henderson, HHD Student Council Stand for State Training on Relationship Violence. I’m challenging HHD male students to attend this meeting! Walk a Mile in Her Shoes and change the culture of violence.
  • HHD Education Abroad Open House, Thursday, September 27, 2018, 3 – 5 p.m., Health and Human Development Building Room 108 and Atrium.
  • Attention Penn State students! Join State of State today! Apply online at https://t.co/2bhY8YJesF or on the website https://t.co/SrXOCbMFv7. Applications are open until Sunday, September 16th. 
  • One of our HHD students, Connor Welles, has to take some time off for cancer treatment, and his parents invite HHD students to support him by visiting his Caring Bridge web site and sharing some encouraging words: https://www.caringbridge.org/visit/connorwelles
  • STAND FOR STATE Peer Educator Applications are Now LIVE! Did you hear that Stand for State is starting a peer educator program? Well, we are! We are looking for full-time graduate or undergrad students that want to provide programs to their peers about how to step in when in counts and create a safer campus culture. Peer educators will be trained to provide programs about interrupting sexual and relationship violence. Applications open September 12 and close on September 26th. In-person interviews: October 2 – 5. Training weekend: October 20 – 21 
  • All That WE ARE!  The activity is intended to help build empathy and connection between participants, who respond to a variety of questions that highlight human experiences. Empathy and connection are key pieces in prompting people to intervene in concerning situations. This year, we will be expanding the amount of people that can attend, as well as facilitate the post-activity discussion in small groups with a catered dinner. This event is for faculty, staff, and students of Penn State. The event will not be filmed this time around.
  • Did you get a flag from your professor about a class? Go see your adviser and talk to your professor! Students who need assistance with a class, a paper or other tutoring support can get it for free from Penn State Learning.  Guided Study Groups and tutoring is available for free to all Penn State students.  Visit https://pennstatelearning.psu.edu/ for more info. 
  • Our HHD Honor Society is also offering peer tutoring. If you would like to be contacted by an Honor Society tutor complete this short form: https://survey.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eYdjrEx8PiKhJOd
  • Penn State’s 26th Annual Symposium on Family Issues is on Oct. 22-23, 2018 in State College, PA: The landscape for family life is ever changing. The strategies needed to maintain family economic stability, health and general well-being vary across space and place. Although the rural-urban divide is often portrayed as the most important geographic distinction, there is tremendous diversity across rural communities. Families in rural areas come from diverse backgrounds, and communities vary in the degree to which they can support healthy families and child well-being. The 2018 National Symposium on Family Issues will focus on the challenges facing families in rural areas and the unique strategies invoked by families in rural areas today. Visit our website for more information and to register. The Symposium is open to everyone, including undergraduate students, but registration is required.
HHD HIGHLIGHTS
  • HHD STUDENT COUNCIL MEETING, MONDAY SEPT 24, 7 PM, 359 HHD BUILDING. Presentations on HHD Study Abroad, Global Entrepreneurship Week, HHD Student Council’s Big Event and other opportunities to get involved. (what food will Dr. Shea bring? Duck Donuts? Gumby’s Pokey Stix?)
  • The Associate Dean’s Student Advisory Board (SAB) is a group of students selected to assist the Health and Human Development Student Council and the College of Health and Human Development by providing an organized voice for student issues and concerns. Student Advisory Board members are selected through an application process (application is attached and can also be found in 5 and 10 Henderson and in department offices). The selection tries to ensure that the Student Advisory Board is representative of all the college’s educational programs, as well as important other student characteristics (e.g., racial and ethnic diversity, Penn State campuses, Schreyer Honors students and more). Applications are due Sept. 14 by noon and students selected for the SAB will be notified by Sept 17. The first monthly meeting of the SAB is Sept 24 at 6 pm.
  • The College of Health and Human Development is seeking student volunteers to be members of our Academic Standards Committee. Students serve with faculty as hearing board members in cases of grade disputes, academic integrity violations, and related academic issues. Student volunteers must be available for a training on September 26th; 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. in 304 Health and Human Development Building. Interested students should send an email to Heather Zimmerman at hdh3@psu.edu. 
  • HHD Healthy Start: “Early Adversity and Intervention: Effects Over Time”, The 2018 Child Study Center’s Lois Bloom Lecture By Mary Dozier, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology and Unidel Amy Elizabeth du Pont Chair in Child Development, Director of Clinical Training, University of Delaware
    • Dr. Dozier will consider the effects of different types of early adversity on children’s functioning, and factors that affect children’s ability to recover behaviorally and biologically following adversity. The types of adversity considered will include parental neglect, maternal opioid dependence, foster care, and orphanage care. An intervention, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-up (ABC), has been developed and adapted for parents of young children who have experienced these various forms of adversity.  Recent findings from our randomized clinical studies will be presented, highlighting brain and behavioral outcomes from middle childhood. Thursday, September 20, 2018 4:15 p.m., Nittany Lion Inn, Assembly Room (open to students and public)
  • HHD students trying to arrange a Meeting with your Assigned Academic Adviser: You can view their availability and schedule an appointment through their Starfish calendar (login here: http://sites.psu.edu/starfishinfo/). For directions on how to schedule an advising appointment, please visit http://sites.psu.edu/starfishinfo/user-roles/student-users/
  • The Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State will partner with the College of Health and Human Development and Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders to present “Let’s Dance,” a movement workshop. The event, which is free and open to the public, will be held at 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 28, on the lawn of Ford Building. People of all ages are invited to attend the one-hour workshop at the corner of Park Avenue and Allen Road. Participants do not need to register in advance and should wear comfortable clothing. No dancing or singing experience is required. Parking for the workshop is available at the Nittany Parking Deck. For information about the movement workshop, contact Medora Ebersole at 814-863-6752 or mde13@psu.edu.
  • 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 
 
INFORMATION
 
STUDENT SUPPORTS
  • Students who need assistance with a class, a paper or other tutoring support can get it for free from Penn State Learning.  Guided Study Groups for challenging classes started Aug 22nd. Tutoring starts Aug. 27.  Visit https://pennstatelearning.psu.edu/ for more info
  • Get your fitness in gear. There are many ways you can choose to get healthy and have fun at Penn State. Learn about classes and opportunities: https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/campusrec/fitwell
  • If you are an undergraduate international student, Penn State’s EPPIC (English for Professional Purposes Intercultural Center) provides a wide array of workshops to help students improve their communication skills.  To learn more about their programs and services visit: http://www.eppic.la.psu.edu/services Upcoming workshops:
    • September 18: Incorporating Sources in Academic Writing: Understanding Plagiarism, 6:30-8:00 pm, 373 Willard
  • All students at Penn State, including HHD students, can seek specialized advising on the health professions at the Health Professions Advising Center. The center provides advising on preparation for medical or PA school, interviewing, personal statements, medical missions, and gap years.  Students considering medical, dental, podiatry, and physician assistant professions must attend a Med Prep or PA Prep group advising session prior to meeting one-on-one with PreHealth Advising. Learn more about their group sessions and advising resources at  http://science.psu.edu/premed/advising Upcoming sessions include:
    • Health Professional School Interviewing Learn about different interview formats and practice your skills Monday, September 17, 5:30-6:45pm in 103 Bank of America Career Services Center
    • 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, September 19, 6:00-7:00pm in 62 Willard
  • LifeHacks are group workshops to help students manage stress, improve sleep or adjust to college life.  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). See https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/health-wellness/psychological-counseling/life-hacks-caps for a full schedule. Upcoming LifeHacks:
    • Tuesday 9/18   Easy Does It: Wisdom for Managing Stress
    • Monday 9/24, Adulting 101 
    • Tuesday 9/25, New In Town: Transfer Student Support and Resources
  • Group Counseling Discussion Groups at CAPS: visit https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/health-wellness/psychological-counseling/counseling-services/group-counseling/current-groups to find groups and see meeting dates.
    • Highlighted Group: Anxiety Clinic–These clinics are designed for students who are struggling with various forms of anxiety. Students will learn more about symptoms of anxiety, how anxiety impacts daily functioning, how anxiety works in the body, and learn ways to manage and reduce anxiety. The clinic will also provide an opportunity for students to talk with and receive support from other students who have similar difficulties with anxiety. 3-4 sessions in length.
      • Wednesdays, 1:30-3:00 p.m., Jason Yoder, Clinical Services Provider, Phillipe Kleefield, Extern
      • Thursdays, 10:30-12:00 p.m., Sarah Watson, Clinical Services Provider
  • As part of Penn State’s ongoing commitment to strengthen student financial literacy, Penn State’s Sokolov-Miller Family Financial and Life Skills Center supports students through education and training. To learn more about how they can help students, visit financialliteracy.psu.edu.
    • The Penn State Sokolov-Miller Family Financial & Life Skills Center is offering monthly webinars via Zoom throughout the 2018-2019 academic year. The webinars will be held every other Tuesday of every month starting in August, and are from 12:00 – 1:00 PM (Except December). 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, September 25, 2018 on Credit Cards
  • Wellness Retreats Health Promotion and Wellness at Penn State will host full day (9 a.m.–4 p.m.) wellness retreats this fall. During the retreats, students will have an opportunity to engage in meditation, yoga, art and mindfulness activities, intuitive eating and more. Students must reserve space in advance by emailing promotinghealth@psu.edu, or by calling 814-863-0461. All retreats are free and lunch will be provided. The retreats will take place on campus in the Intramural Building or Pasquerilla Spiritual Center. Dates include: Saturday, Oct. 20 (must reserve spot by Oct. 12), Saturday, Nov. 10 (must reserve spot by Nov. 2)
 
MEETINGS, EVENTS AND INVOLVEMENT
  • The Council of Sustainable Leaders unites Penn State student leaders in sustainability. Their Showcases highlight work by Penn State faculty and others who are making a difference in sustainability. Events are on Fridays 12 – 1:30 pm and include lunch for RSVP’d guests. Information on all upcoming showcases can be found here: http://www.pennstatecsl.com/showcases-2018.html. The next Showcase is Monica & Duke Gastiger, SEPTEMBER 14, 2018, HUB 134 RE Farm Cafe: A Farm to Fork Journey Embracing Living System
  • Students can gain leadership skills and grow their resume by serving on a board with the Office of Student Conduct, a unit of Penn State Student Affairs. Students interested in volunteering can learn more at https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/safety-conduct/student-conduct/get-involved-student-conduct
  • The Public Leadership Education Network provides seminars for female college students interested in leadership opportunities in policy fields, including health, advocacy, STEM, global issues, and more. Students can learn more about their seminars at:  https://plen.org/seminars/
  • Award-winning author, accomplished nature photographer and Penn State alumnus Tim Palmer will visit the University Park campus for a series of events on Sept. 12 and 13. 
    • His final talk will be from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 13, in 121 Sparks Building where Palmer will discuss another recent book, “Wild and Scenic Rivers: An American Legacy.”
  • Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement (ATM) Thursday, September 13, 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 for September 13: https://feldenkrais-atm2.eventbrite.com
  • Are you interested in how the arts connect to health?  The Alliance for the Arts in Research Universities hosts a conference for faculty and students like you.  Learn more about their fall conference and student travel scholarships 
  • Parent and Family Weekend HHD Ice Cream Social, October 20, 11am-1pm, Hintz Family Student Center, 10 Henderson Bldg. Many HHD departments have events, too. See the full schedule of events and register at https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/department-directory/penn-state-parents-program/parents-families-weekend Registration is open now and closes on Sept. 30.
 
FUNDING AND SCHOLARSHIPS
  • 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 UFO Info Sessions:
    • Info Session: What is Research?: September 17, 2018, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm in 307 Hammond. Learn more about what participation in research and creative inquiry looks like in your field. Register to participate remotely via Zoom here:https://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4fHQ2q9PRbuJbBye7JoT1w 
    • Info Session: Critical Language Scholarship, September 17, 2018, 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm  in 311 Boucke. Learn more about funding for 7 – 10 weeks of intensive study of a critical language in a country where that language is predominantly spoken. Register to participate remotely via Zoom here: https://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sMRf35jHRUujioPw2qhCHA 
    • Info Session: DAAD and DAAD RISE, September 18, 2018, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm in 219 Hammond. Learn more about funding for study, research, or internship at a German university participating in the German Academic Exchange Service. Register to participate remotely via Zoom here:https://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_krXShaKiRnapm5hgLjLStA 
    • Info Session: Is Graduate School Right for Me? September 19, 2018, 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm in 102 Kern. Learn more about what to expect and receive from a graduate education and whether it’s right for you, including a discussion on the difference between a Master’s and Ph.D. Register to participate remotely via Zoom here: https://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XfWNlx3iTHa3Z0_JIDz4Ew
  • Land O’Lakes, Inc. is accepting applications for the Land O’Lakes Global Food Challenge Emerging Leaders for Food Security™ fellowship. In its fourth year, the program expanded to 11 eligible universities across the United States to draw a broad mix of skills and perspectives to agriculture. Students entering their sophomore year for the 2018-19 academic year are eligible to apply. The deadline is Oct. 10. Get started applying here:  http://foodchallenge.landolakesinc.com/about-the-program/eligibility-requirements/
  •  Inc.U Pitch Competition offers $30,000 in investment rewards for student startups: PennTAP (Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Program has a grant that assists undergraduate students in their entrepreneurial company startup endeavors. PennTAP sponsors a “shark tank like” pitch competition called “Inc.U” 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. The Top 6 companies (selected via an initial video pitch competition) – are then given the opportunity to pitch their companies to a distinguished panel of judges during an hour-long Inc.U television show called “The Investment.” (Click HERE for a link to see last season’s show)  The competition is open to all Penn State University undergraduates!  For more info see the video and other information at https://penntap.psu.edu/innovation/incu/ If students have questions or need additional information, contact Tim Kerchinski –  txk128@psu.edu – 814-865-4388.
  • The LGBTQA Student Resource Center offers multiple scholarships to Penn State students who are interested in and have shown a commitment to the Penn State LGBTQ+ community. Each scholarship has specific requirements for eligibility, including financial status, academic standing, and current and future involvement in the LGBTQ+ community on Penn State campuses. Scholarship Applications Open: August 20, 2018 and close December 14. Information at https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/campus-community-diversity/lgbtq-community/find-support-lgbtq-student/lgbtq-scholarships-and-awards
  •  MCAT Scholarships: There are four 100% scholarships for MCAT courses through Kaplan. Both need and merit will be considered by the Prehealth Office and other committee members in the determination of the awards. Scholarships can be used for In Person, Live Online, or Self-Paced courses. The scholarship must be redeemed by December 31, 2018, meaning you need to register for a class by that date. Deadline to apply is September 15, 2018. Awardees will be notified mid-October. To qualify, students should be at least 4th semester standing, and should have completed the majority of their coursework for the MCAT. Info at http://sites.psu.edu/sciadvising/mcat-scholarship/
  • The Morgan Academic Center (MAC) at Penn State is currently hiring tutors for the 2018-19 academic year.  The MAC is specifically seeking candidates from the College of Human Development and Family Studies for HDFS 129, HDFS 229, HDFS 239, and HDFS 249, however students from any major/program are encouraged to apply as other subject areas are also needed.   Tutors are paid hourly based upon status (e.g., undergraduate versus graduate student). This part-time position offers a variety of work options (days/times/hours) which fits nicely around academic schedules and other commitments of Penn State students.  Anyone who is hired this fall is eligible to continue employment as a tutor during future semesters. If interested, please complete an application and upload your cover letter/resume at https://psu.jobs/job/78459.  If you have any questions, feel free to email morgancenter@psu.edu or call 814-865-0407.
 
College of HHD Research Seminars
  • Friday, September 14: “Lessons from Kidney Nutrition Trials, or “What My Son Told Me About Piano Practice,” Gary Calton, Ph.D., Scientific Director, Calwood Nutritionals, Sykesville, MD,  11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 127 Noll Laboratory; Host: Department of Kinesiology (814-865-7575).
  • Monday, September 17: “How does sleep deprivation cause death,” Dragana Rogulja, PhD, Assistant Professor in Neurobiology, Harvard Medical School; Harvard Sleep Grand Rounds, 12:00 p.m., 116 Biobehavioral Health, Sleep Grand Rounds is available by live stream webcasting.  This can be accessed on any computer using (at this time) Internet Explorer 11 or Mozilla Firefox via internet URL address: https://bwhedtech.media.partners.org/programs/live/sgr/. Contact Lindsay Master at LMaster@psu.edu.
  • Monday, September 17: “The Penn State Hershey Feeding Program: 20 Years of Research,” Keith E. Williams, PhD, BCBA, Director, Feeding Program, Penn State Hershey Medical Center, Professor of Pediatrics, Penn State College of Medicine; Nutritional Sciences Colloquium, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., 005 Health and Human Development Building, Host: Department of Nutritional Sciences.
  • Tuesday, September 18: “Individual Differences in Cardiovascular Risk among Bereaved Individuals”, Kyle Murdock, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Biobehavioral Health, Penn State,  12:00 p.m. (NOON), 312 BBH; Contact: Ashley Linden-Carmichael (814-865-7177) or axc547@psu.edu 
  • Wednesday, September 19: “Center for Science and the Schools: Bridging Research & Education in STEM,” Kathleen Hill, PhD, Amanda Smith, M.Ed, Amber Cesare, M.Ed; 12:00 p.m. to 1p.m., Research Quality Assurance Lunchtime Lecture Series,  Zoom available: https://psu.zoom.us/j/649295413;  Co-sponsored by the Clinical and Translational Science Institute and College of Medicine.
  • Wednesday, September 19: “Exploring and Diagnosing Dynamical Systems Models,” Sy-Miin Chow, Professor of Human Development and Family Studies. QuantDev Brownbag, 12:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m., 149 Nursing Sciences Building; Host: QuantDev. 
  • Thursday, September 20: “Statistical methodology for identifying risk factors that mediate genetic effects on opioid misuse,” Anne Buu, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Dept. of Health Behavior & Biological Sciences, University of Michigan, 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, September 20: “Worksite Health Promotion, Show me the Money!,” Philip A. Smeltzer, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Public Health, College of Medicine, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston,SC, 3:05 p.m. to 4:20 p.m., 101 Ag Science & Industries; Host: Department of Kinesiology (814-865-7575).
  • Friday, September 21: “The Role of Psychosocial Stress on the Cardiovascular System:  Exercise to the Rescue,” Paul D Chantler Ph.D., Associate Professor, Director, Human Performance Laboratory, Director, Masters of Science Graduate program, Co-Director, Clinical & Translational Science PhD Program, WVU – School of Medicine, Division of Exercise Physiology,  Morgantown, WV, 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 127 Noll Laboratory; Host: Department of Kinesiology (814-865-7575).Friday, September 21: “Go Baby Go: Why the Time is Right for Meaningful Rehab Tech,” Cole Galloway, Ph.D., PT, FAPTA, Professor, Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health Sciences, University of Delaware, Newark, DE, 3:45 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., 127 Noll Laboratory, hosts: The Center for Movement Science and Technology – Huck Institutes and, The Department of Kinesiology (865-7575).

HHD Undergraduate Newsletter Sept 6 2018

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NEW ITEMS
  • Did you get a flag from your professor about a class? Go see your adviser and talk to your professor! Students who need assistance with a class, a paper or other tutoring support can get it for free from Penn State Learning.  Guided Study Groups and tutoring is available for free to all Penn State students.  Visit https://pennstatelearning.psu.edu/ for more info. Our HHD Honor Society is also offering peer tutoring. If you would like to be contacted by an Honor Society tutor complete this short form: https://survey.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eYdjrEx8PiKhJOd
  • HHD STUDENT COUNCIL MEETING, MONDAY SEPT 10, 7 PM, 359 HHD BUILDING. Student led panel on “What I Wish I Knew About Internships Before I Did One”, information on committees and opportunities to serve as co-chair of committees, and food (come try some Insomnia Cookies!)
  • The Associate Dean’s Student Advisory Board (SAB) is a group of students selected to assist the Health and Human Development Student Council and the College of Health and Human Development by providing an organized voice for student issues and concerns. Student Advisory Board members are selected through an application process (application is attached and can also be found in 5 and 10 Henderson and in department offices). The selection tries to ensure that the Student Advisory Board is representative of all the college’s educational programs, as well as important other student characteristics (e.g., racial and ethnic diversity, Penn State campuses, Schreyer Honors students and more). Applications are due Sept. 14 by noon and students selected for the SAB will be notified by Sept 17. The first monthly meeting of the SAB is Sept 24 at 6 pm.
  • The College of Health and Human Development is seeking student volunteers to be members of our Academic Standards Committee. Students serve with faculty as hearing board members in cases of grade disputes, academic integrity violations, and related academic issues. Student volunteers must be available for a training on September 26th; 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. in 304 Health and Human Development Building. Interested students should send an email to Heather Zimmerman at hdh3@psu.edu.
HHD HIGHLIGHTS
  • Reminder to ALL HHD Student Organizations–Mandatory Student Organization Officer Trainings. To maintain active status of your organization, you must attend mandatory trainings and complete all other requirements by Monday, September 10, 2018. See https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/involvement-student-life/student-organizations/training-development/mandatory-officer-training
  • HHD Healthy Start: Do you have questions about how to manage your student loan? How to manage your money? Come to a “Workshop on Financial Literacy“. Henderson 014 Thu, September 6, 4:30pm – 5:30pm Financial Literacy Overview – Focused on helping first-year students get off to good start–budgeting, student loans, and more
  • HHD Healthy Start: “Early Adversity and Intervention: Effects Over Time”, The 2018 Child Study Center’s Lois Bloom Lecture By Mary Dozier, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology and Unidel Amy Elizabeth du Pont Chair in Child Development, Director of Clinical Training, University of Delaware
    • Dr. Dozier will consider the effects of different types of early adversity on children’s functioning, and factors that affect children’s ability to recover behaviorally and biologically following adversity. The types of adversity considered will include parental neglect, maternal opioid dependence, foster care, and orphanage care. An intervention, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-up (ABC), has been developed and adapted for parents of young children who have experienced these various forms of adversity.  Recent findings from our randomized clinical studies will be presented, highlighting brain and behavioral outcomes from middle childhood. Thursday, September 20, 2018 4:15 p.m., Nittany Lion Inn, Assembly Room (open to students and public)
  • FALL CAREER DAYS ARE COMING: https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/career/fairs/fall HHD encourages all students to take advantage of the opportunity to meet future employers and to gain great career preparation skills. Learn all about the FCD and the many workshops Career Services has to help students get ready: https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/career/fairs/fall/student 
  • HHD students trying to arrange a Meeting with your Assigned Academic Adviser: You can view their availability and schedule an appointment through their Starfish calendar (login here: http://sites.psu.edu/starfishinfo/). For directions on how to schedule an advising appointment, please visit http://sites.psu.edu/starfishinfo/user-roles/student-users/
  • The Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State will partner with the College of Health and Human Development and Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders to present “Let’s Dance,” a movement workshop. The event, which is free and open to the public, will be held at 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 28, on the lawn of Ford Building. People of all ages are invited to attend the one-hour workshop at the corner of Park Avenue and Allen Road. Participants do not need to register in advance and should wear comfortable clothing. No dancing or singing experience is required. Parking for the workshop is available at the Nittany Parking Deck. For information about the movement workshop, contact Medora Ebersole at 814-863-6752 or mde13@psu.edu.
  • 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 
INFORMATION
STUDENT SUPPORTS
  • Students who need assistance with a class, a paper or other tutoring support can get it for free from Penn State Learning.  Guided Study Groups for challenging classes started Aug 22nd. Tutoring starts Aug. 27.  Visit https://pennstatelearning.psu.edu/ for more info
  • Get your fitness in gear. There are many ways you can choose to get healthy and have fun at Penn State. Learn about classes and opportunities: https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/campusrec/fitwell
  • If you are an undergraduate international student, Penn State’s EPPIC (English for Professional Purposes Intercultural Center) provides a wide array of workshops to help students improve their communication skills.  To learn more about their programs and services visit: http://www.eppic.la.psu.edu/services Upcoming workshops:
  • All students at Penn State, including HHD students, can seek specialized advising on the health professions at the Health Professions Advising Center. The center provides advising on preparation for medical or PA school, interviewing, personal statements, medical missions, and gap years.  Students considering medical, dental, podiatry, and physician assistant professions must attend a Med Prep or PA Prep group advising session prior to meeting one-on-one with PreHealth Advising. Learn more about their group sessions and advising resources at  http://science.psu.edu/premed/advising Upcoming sessions include:
    • Health Professional School Interviewing Learn about different interview formats and practice your skills Monday, September 17, 5:30-6:45pm in 103 Bank of America Career Services Center
    • 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, September 19, 6:00-7:00pm in 62 Willard
  • LifeHacks are group workshops to help students manage stress, improve sleep or adjust to college life.  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). See https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/health-wellness/psychological-counseling/life-hacks-caps for a full schedule. Upcoming LifeHacks:
    • Monday 9/11 and Tuesday 9/12: This Moment: Mindfulness for Modern Life
    • Tuesday 9/18   Easy Does It: Wisdom for Managing Stress
  • Group Counseling Discussion Groups at CAPS: visit https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/health-wellness/psychological-counseling/counseling-services/group-counseling/current-groups to find groups and see meeting dates.
    • Highlighted Group: Women of Color Empowerment—This is a biweekly, open discussion group for Women of Color. This is open to both graduate and undergraduate students. The goal is to provide a supportive space for Women of Color on a majority white campus to explore what this means for them (with regard to identity, relationships, and more), to empower and enhance their voice, and to fully embrace their Penn State experience through academic excellence and relationship-building. This group is held at the Multicultural Resource Center (MRC) in Grange Room 315.Wednesdays (Biweekly), 4:30-6:00 p.m. For dates and details: click on this link
  • As part of Penn State’s ongoing commitment to strengthen student financial literacy, Penn State’s Sokolov-Miller Family Financial and Life Skills Center supports students through education and training. To learn more about how they can help students, visit financialliteracy.psu.edu.
    • The Penn State Sokolov-Miller Family Financial & Life Skills Center is offering monthly webinars via Zoom throughout the 2018-2019 academic year. The webinars will be held every other Tuesday of every month starting in August, and are from 12:00 – 1:00 PM (Except December). 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, September 11, 2018 on Budgeting
  • Wellness Retreats Health Promotion and Wellness at Penn State will host full day (9 a.m.–4 p.m.) wellness retreats this fall. During the retreats, students will have an opportunity to engage in meditation, yoga, art and mindfulness activities, intuitive eating and more. Students must reserve space in advance by emailing promotinghealth@psu.edu, or by calling 814-863-0461. All retreats are free and lunch will be provided. The retreats will take place on campus in the Intramural Building or Pasquerilla Spiritual Center. Dates include: Saturday, Oct. 20 (must reserve spot by Oct. 12), Saturday, Nov. 10 (must reserve spot by Nov. 2)
MEETINGS, EVENTS AND INVOLVEMENT
  • The Council of Sustainable Leaders unites Penn State student leaders in sustainability. Their Showcases highlight work by Penn State faculty and others who are making a difference in sustainability. Events are on Fridays 12 – 1:30 pm and include lunch for RSVP’d guests. Information on all upcoming showcases can be found here: http://www.pennstatecsl.com/showcases-2018.html. The next Showcase is Dan Murphy, September 7, 2018, HUB 233AB, Beyond Icebreakers & Crosswalks: Retaining People, Talent & Potential in State College. 
  • Attention Penn Staters! Are you looking to get involved this year? Join PSU State of State! The final info session is September 11 at 7 pm in 267 Willard. Come learn about us and then apply for a committee! #LetsTalkPSU Founded in 2013, State of State is a student-run organization at Penn State University, committed to facilitating a dialogue within the university community about important Penn State-related issues. This dialogue culminates every year in a spring conference at which we bring together student, faculty, administration, alumni, and community leaders to speak about a variety of Penn State and State College topics, ranging from student life to mental health to town-and-gown relations. Our goal is to bring together passionate change-makers who can make our community stronger and more successful. 
  • Penn State Libraries’ Open House: In previous years, 96% of students participating in the Open House said that the event helped them to learn more about the Libraries’ many resources and physical spaces. September 6th, 2018 (Wed. and Thurs.). Drop-in any time between 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Don’t forget your Penn State ID! (required to complete the events)
  • Kick off the bountiful fall harvest season at the Student Farm’s third annual Harvest Festival. Campus and community members are invited to the farm from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 6 to experience live music, eat farm-fresh hors d’oeuvres and interact with members of the Student Farm Club and the Sustainability Institute. 
    • The Student Farm at Penn State is a one-acre diversified vegetable farm established in the spring of 2016, located near the intersection of Big Hollow and Fox Hollow roads. The mission of the Student Farm is to educate people about sustainable food systems, cultivate community and increase access to local foods on campus and in the community. Students can get involved in paid and for-credit internships, student-led research, food systems courses, the Student Farm Club, or volunteer on the farm!
    • Guests for the Harvest Festival are encouraged to bring their own lawn chair or blanket and are reminded to wear sturdy shoes. The event will be held rain or shine. Students and the campus community may get a ride to the farm via blue bus. Departures to the Student Farm will be at 5:30 and 6 p.m. from the Ag Administration Building (pullout area near Berkey Creamery). The bus will return guests to campus at 7 and 7:30 p.m. On-campus guests are also welcome to bike-pool to the farm together. The bike pool will meet at the seating area next to Berkey Creamery to depart at 5:10 p.m. Bikers should use Big Hollow Road to get to the farm, and don’t forget a light for the ride home as it will be dusk. For more information about this event, visit https://sustainability.psu.edu/spotlight/student-farm-celebrates-third-annual-harvest-festival
  • Be an Outdoor School Counselor! Penn State students can earn 2 credits by participating in Outdoor School (ODS) as cabin counselors. 
    • 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. It provides children with a positive, outdoor education experience as they learn about the natural world through hands-on lessons and guided exploration. 
    • Outdoor School has both a fall and a spring season. The spring season lasts typically six to seven weeks beginning in early April and ending in mid-May. The fall season is typically six weeks beginning, in late September and running through October. During their week of ODS, Penn State students must commit to being on-site 24-hours a day, typically from 1:30 p.m. on Monday through 3:00 p.m. on Friday, with free time on Wednesday or Thursday afternoon. 
    • You are responsible for working with your professors to make arrangements for missing classes. We can provide you with a letter explaining the program and its benefit to the community and to your Penn State education. You will need to be proactive in working ODS into your schedule. ODS is not an official excused absence. 
    • Visit https://www.shaverscreek.org/penn-state-students/outdoor-school/ to learn more about ODS and submit an application to be a Penn State counselor. Applications are due Sept. 7
  • The Marathon Read will again occupy Pattee Mall for a community reading event on Thursday, Sept. 13. The event’s theme is “Pages from 1968” and will commemorate 50 years since the watershed months of 1968, with resonant texts from that year, including Philip K. Dick’s novel “Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?” and works from Joan Didion, Gwendolyn Brooks, Alice Munro, Jorge Luis Borges, Susan Sontag, and Galway Kinnell. This year marks the seventh edition of the annual event, and students, staff, faculty and community members will read from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. It is free and open to the public. Food will be provided at points throughout the event, and readers will receive a T-shirt. Participants will read out loud for five-minute intervals. Special guests, including Sue Paterno and Penn State women’s volleyball head coach Russ Rose, will kick off the reading at 10 a.m. To learn more about the Marathon Read or to sign up to read, visit marathonread.psu.edu.
  • Students can gain leadership skills and grow their resume by serving on a board with the Office of Student Conduct, a unit of Penn State Student Affairs. Students interested in volunteering can learn more at https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/safety-conduct/student-conduct/get-involved-student-conduct
  • The Public Leadership Education Network provides seminars for female college students interested in leadership opportunities in policy fields, including health, advocacy, STEM, global issues, and more. Students can learn more about their seminars at:  https://plen.org/seminars/
  • Award-winning author, accomplished nature photographer and Penn State alumnus Tim Palmer will visit the University Park campus for a series of events on Sept. 12 and 13. 
    • He will be speaking from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept.12, at the Palmer Museum of Art on his recent book “Twilight of the Hemlocks and Beeches,” written to feature the beauty of hemlock and beech forests and to spread awareness of their decimation. 
    • He will also take part in a panel discussion at Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center at 6:30 p.m. on Sept. 12 with other authors of nature books. The discussion will focus on the documentation of Pennsylvania’s natural environment and the importance of documenting nature in a variety of media, especially in the age of climate change, foreign pathogens and manmade threats to natural landscapes.
    • His final talk will be from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 13, in 121 Sparks Building where Palmer will discuss another recent book, “Wild and Scenic Rivers: An American Legacy.”
  • Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement (ATM) Thursday, September 13, 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 for September 13: https://feldenkrais-atm2.eventbrite.com
  •  The Feldenkrais Method: Special Event with Master Trainer Carol Kress Thursday, September 6, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Led by Carol Kress, Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner and Master Feldenkrais Trainer. Carol Kress is a Master Teacher of the Feldenkrais Method and teaches in Training Programs around the world. She will lead this participatory workshop, which will include two Awareness Through Movement Lessons, along with discussions of Feldenkrais concepts and practice. Registration is required: https://feldenkrais-method.eventbrite.com
  • Are you interested in how the arts connect to health?  The Alliance for the Arts in Research Universities hosts a conference for faculty and students like you.  Learn more about their fall conference and student travel scholarships 
  • Parent and Family Weekend HHD Ice Cream Social, October 20, 11am-1pm, Hintz Family Student Center, 10 Henderson Bldg. Many HHD departments have events, too. See the full schedule of events and register at https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/department-directory/penn-state-parents-program/parents-families-weekend Registration is open now and closes on Sept. 30.
FUNDING AND SCHOLARSHIPS
  • Are you receiving a Federal Pell Grant recipient?  Need funding for study-abroad? The Gilman Scholarship offers funding for students receiving Federal Pell Grants to participate in study abroad programs worldwide. Attend an information session in person September 11, 2018, 11 am- 12 pm in 412 Boucke or register to participate remotely via Zoom here: https://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HeiO8D-2Rvu_TkSuT9K5kg
  • Info Session: DAAD and DAAD RISE: Learn more about funding for study, research, or internship at a German university participating in the German Academic Exchange Service. Register to participate remotely via Zoom here: https://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Q-lWHEA4QqiO4FZI1j8DUA Date: September 10, 2018, 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm4:00 – 5:00 PM in 311 Boucke
  • Land O’Lakes, Inc. is accepting applications for the Land O’Lakes Global Food Challenge Emerging Leaders for Food Security™ fellowship. In its fourth year, the program expanded to 11 eligible universities across the United States to draw a broad mix of skills and perspectives to agriculture. Students entering their sophomore year for the 2018-19 academic year are eligible to apply. The deadline is Oct. 10. Get started applying here:  http://foodchallenge.landolakesinc.com/about-the-program/eligibility-requirements/
  •  Inc.U Pitch Competition offers $30,000 in investment rewards for student startups: PennTAP (Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Program has a grant that assists undergraduate students in their entrepreneurial company startup endeavors. PennTAP sponsors a “shark tank like” pitch competition called “Inc.U” 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. The Top 6 companies (selected via an initial video pitch competition) – are then given the opportunity to pitch their companies to a distinguished panel of judges during an hour-long Inc.U television show called “The Investment.” (Click HERE for a link to see last season’s show)  The competition is open to all Penn State University undergraduates!  For more info see the video and other information at https://penntap.psu.edu/innovation/incu/ If students have questions or need additional information, contact Tim Kerchinski –  txk128@psu.edu – 814-865-4388.
  • The LGBTQA Student Resource Center offers multiple scholarships to Penn State students who are interested in and have shown a commitment to the Penn State LGBTQ+ community. Each scholarship has specific requirements for eligibility, including financial status, academic standing, and current and future involvement in the LGBTQ+ community on Penn State campuses. Scholarship Applications Open: August 20, 2018 and close December 14. Information at https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/campus-community-diversity/lgbtq-community/find-support-lgbtq-student/lgbtq-scholarships-and-awards
  •  MCAT Scholarships: There are four 100% scholarships for MCAT courses through Kaplan. Both need and merit will be considered by the Prehealth Office and other committee members in the determination of the awards. Scholarships can be used for In Person, Live Online, or Self-Paced courses. The scholarship must be redeemed by December 31, 2018, meaning you need to register for a class by that date. Deadline to apply is September 15, 2018. Awardees will be notified mid-October. To qualify, students should be at least 4th semester standing, and should have completed the majority of their coursework for the MCAT. Info at http://sites.psu.edu/sciadvising/mcat-scholarship/
  • The Morgan Academic Center (MAC) at Penn State is currently hiring tutors for the 2018-19 academic year.  The MAC is specifically seeking candidates from the College of Human Development and Family Studies for HDFS 129, HDFS 229, HDFS 239, and HDFS 249, however students from any major/program are encouraged to apply as other subject areas are also needed.   Tutors are paid hourly based upon status (e.g., undergraduate versus graduate student). This part-time position offers a variety of work options (days/times/hours) which fits nicely around academic schedules and other commitments of Penn State students.  Anyone who is hired this fall is eligible to continue employment as a tutor during future semesters. If interested, please complete an application and upload your cover letter/resume at https://psu.jobs/job/78459.  If you have any questions, feel free to email morgancenter@psu.edu or call 814-865-0407.
  • The Undergraduate Fellowships Office is THE place to seek help in applying for nationally competitive fellowships and scholarships.  Learn more about their resources and look at their fellowship/scholarship database to learn more https://ufo.psu.edu/current-students
 College of HHD Research Seminars
  • Thursday, September 6: “Translational Science in the Era of Big Data”, Peter Elkin, MD; Professor and Chair, Dept. of Biomedical Informatics, University of Buffalo; CTSI B3 Seminar Series, 4:00 p.m. to  5:00 p.m. , 116 Henderson; registration requested: bit.ly/Elkintalk; co-sponsored by the Clinical and Translational Science Institute.
  • Monday, September 10: “Consequences of exposure to early adversity on the trajectory of brain development” Dr. Susan Andersen, Associate Professor of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School. 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., 22 Biobehavioral Health; Host: Biobehavioral Health Department (814-863-7256).
  • Monday, September 10: “The Effects of Canola Oils on Lipids and Lipoproteins: Results from the Canola Oil Multi-Center Intervention Trial II,” Kate Bowen, Doctoral Candidate in Nutritional Sciences, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., 005 Health and Human Development Building; Host: Department of Nutritional Sciences (814-865-3448).
  • Tuesday, September 11: “Bias, confounding, moderation and mediation”, Duanping Liao, MD, PhD; CTSI BERD (Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Research Design) Seminar Series, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. , 116 Henderson; sponsored by the Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI).
  • Wednesday, September 12: “Spending More on the Poor? A Comprehensive Summary of State-Specific Responses to School Finance Reforms from 1990–2014,” Kenneth Shores, Assistant Professor of Human Development and Family Studies. QuantDev Brownbag, 12:00 p.m. to 1:15p.m., 412 BBH; Host: QuantDev. 
  • Friday, September 14: “Lessons from Kidney Nutrition Trials, or “What My Son Told Me About Piano Practice,” Gary Calton, Ph.D., Scientific Director, Calwood Nutritionals, Sykesville, MD,  11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 127 Noll Laboratory; Host: Department of Kinesiology (814-865-7575).
  • Tuesday, September 18: “Individual Differences in Cardiovascular Risk among Bereaved Individuals”, Kyle Murdock, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Biobehavioral Health, Penn State,  12:00 p.m. (NOON), 312 BBH; Contact: Ashley Linden-Carmichael (814-865-7177) or axc547@psu.edu 
  • Wednesday, September 19: “Center for Science and the Schools: Bridging Research & Education in STEM,” Kathleen Hill, PhD, Amanda Smith, M.Ed, Amber Cesare, M.Ed; 12:00 p.m. to 1p.m., Research Quality Assurance Lunchtime Lecture Series,  Zoom available: https://psu.zoom.us/j/649295413; Co-sponsored by the Clinical and Translational Science Institute and College of Medicine.
  • Thursday, September 20: “Statistical methodology for identifying risk factors that mediate genetic effects on opioid misuse,” Anne Buu, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Dept. of Health Behavior & Biological Sciences, University of Michigan, 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.

HHD Undergraduate Newsletter Aug 30 2018

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HHD HIGHLIGHTS
  • HHD Healthy Start event sponsored by HHD Student Council– Thursday, August 30, 5:30-7 PM, 10 Henderson Building, “Making the Most of Your First Career Fair”
  • HHD Healthy Start: Do you have questions about how to manage your student loan? How to manage your money? Come to a “Workshop on Financial Literacy“. Henderson 014 Thu, September 6, 4:30pm – 5:30pm Financial Literacy Overview – Focused on helping first-year students get off to good start–budgeting, student loans, and more
  • Are you interested in becoming an HHD Ambassador? The mission of the HHD Ambassadors is to assist the College of Health and Human Development by representing students at events involving prospective students, alumni and other friends of the college and by building connections with alumni and students. The goal is to promote a positive image for HHD and to develop strong relationships that enhance the overall mission of the College of Health and Human Development. Students will be asked to be part of events like Majors and Minors Night, Accepted Student Programs, Alumni Board meetings and other activities as requested by the Dean and other members of the college leadership team. Applications are due Sept 5.
  • 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. Students selected to participate will attend a series of workshops held in the spring for first-year students and in the fall for second-year students. They will also meet individually with the University Fellowships Office and Penn State University Libraries. Students must submit an online application to be considered for the program. Students should have a GPA of 3.3 or higher and have already made a positive impression on faculty and staff: https://ufo.psu.edu/spark
  • 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 
 
INFORMATION
  • September 15 is the final application deadline for students wishing to study abroad for spring semester 2019. Visit https://gpglobalea.gp.psu.edu/ for more information or drop in to see a peer advisor in 422 Boucke, weekdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 
  • Interested in Entrepreneurship? Penn State Libraries has resources for you–The Entrepreneurship Guide is a digital toolkit that highlights library resources for company, market, industry, and business planning research, available to current Penn State students, faculty, and staff entrepreneurs across the commonwealth. There are additional guides available for specific ENTI clusters and for other commonwealth campus locations. Be sure to check out the library’s page for more info.
STUDENT SUPPORTS
  • Students who need assistance with a class, a paper or other tutoring support can get it for free from Penn State Learning.  Guided Study Groups for challenging classes started Aug 22nd. Tutoring starts Aug. 27.  Visit https://pennstatelearning.psu.edu/ for more info
  • If you are an undergraduate international student, Penn State’s EPPIC (English for Professional Purposes Intercultural Center) provides a wide array of workshops to help students improve their communication skills.  To learn more about their programs and services visit: http://www.eppic.la.psu.edu/services
  • All students at Penn State, including HHD students, can seek specialized advising on the health professions at the Health Professions Advising Center. The center provides advising on preparation for medical or PA school, interviewing, personal statements, medical missions, and gap years.  Students considering medical, dental, podiatry, and physician assistant professions must attend a Med Prep or PA Prep group advising session prior to meeting one-on-one with PreHealth Advising. 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. Thursday, August 30, 6:30-7:30pm in 102 Thomas
    • Health Professional School Interviewing Learn about different interview formats and practice your skills Monday, September 17, 5:30-6:45pm in 103 Bank of America Career Services Center
  • LifeHacks are group workshops to help students manage stress, improve sleep or adjust to college life.  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). See https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/health-wellness/psychological-counseling/life-hacks-caps for a full schedule. Upcoming LifeHacks:
    • Tuesday 9/4: Embracing Imperfection: Practicing Self-Compassion
    • Monday 9/11 and Tuesday 9/12: This Moment: Mindfulness for Modern Life
  • Group Counseling Discussion Groups at CAPS: visit https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/health-wellness/psychological-counseling/counseling-services/group-counseling/current-groups to find groups and see meeting dates.
    • Highlighted Group: First-Generation Student Support This group will provide first-generation college students with a supportive space to explore their experiences and the unique challenges they face at Penn State. Members will engage in meaningful discussions and participate in professional development opportunities that will help foster their academic success and personal growth. This group is held at HUB Room 321. Mondays, 4:30-6:00 p.m.
  • As part of Penn State’s ongoing commitment to strengthen student financial literacy, Penn State’s Sokolov-Miller Family Financial and Life Skills Center supports students through education and training. To learn more about how they can help students, visit financialliteracy.psu.edu.
  • Wellness Retreats Health Promotion and Wellness at Penn State will host three full day (9 a.m.–4 p.m.) wellness retreats this fall. During the retreats, students will have an opportunity to engage in meditation, yoga, art and mindfulness activities, intuitive eating and more. Students must reserve space in advance by emailing promotinghealth@psu.edu, or by calling 814-863-0461. All retreats are free and lunch will be provided. The retreats will take place on campus in the Intramural Building or Pasquerilla Spiritual Center. Dates include: Saturday, Sept. 8 (must reserve spot by Aug. 31), Saturday, Oct. 20 (must reserve spot by Oct. 12), Saturday, Nov. 10 (must reserve spot by Nov. 2)
 
MEETINGS, EVENTS AND INVOLVEMENT
  • Penn State Youth as Researchers 2018: Do you want to learn about social science research in a safe environment? Want to research a social justice topic of your choice to understand more about what’s going on in your community? Want to make a change? Keep an eye out to join UNESCO’s Penn State branch of Youth as Researchers! Applications will become available starting August 15, 2018 and will stay open until August 30th, 2018. Starting in September you’ll have the chance to join in a small research group and conduct your own research! Teams meet 2-3 hours each week, design their projects, conduct research, analyze and have the opportunity to present to a variety of audiences! Contact: Kaila Thorn at Kvt5218@psu.edu
  • The Council of Sustainable Leaders unites Penn State student leaders in sustainability. Their Showcases highlight work by Penn State faculty and others who are making a difference in sustainability.  Information on all upcoming showcases can be found here: http://www.pennstatecsl.com/showcases-2018.html. The first Showcase is Friday: Michael Mann, August 31, 2018, HUB 233AB “Dire Predictions: Understanding Climate Change”
  • Health Promotion and Wellness (HPW), a unit of Student Affairs, is seeking student ambassadors for its Healthy Penn State initiative. The deadline to apply to the Healthy Penn State Ambassador program for the fall 2017 and spring 2018 semesters is Friday, Sept. 1. All undergraduate students in both health and non-health related majors are encouraged to apply. For more information and to apply, visit the Healthy Penn State website. 
  • Attention Penn Staters! Are you looking to get involved this year? Join PSU State of State! Info sessions are September 4 and 11 at 7 pm in 267 Willard. Come learn about us and then apply for a committee! #LetsTalkPSU Founded in 2013, State of State is a student-run organization at Penn State University, committed to facilitating a dialogue within the university community about important Penn State-related issues. This dialogue culminates every year in a spring conference at which we bring together student, faculty, administration, alumni, and community leaders to speak about a variety of Penn State and State College topics, ranging from student life to mental health to town-and-gown relations. Our goal is to bring together passionate change-makers who can make our community stronger and more successful. 
  • Shaver’s Creek Re-opening Celebration, Sat., Sept. 1 Shaver’s Creek, which was founded in 1976, closed its doors in September 2016 to update its buildings and infrastructure with significant improvements for the first time. The upgrades will help accommodate the more than 1,400 Penn State students, 50,000 non-credit program attendees and nearly 10,000 visitors who use Shaver’s Creek during the year. For Penn State, Shaver’s Creek is home to more than 35 credit-bearing courses in six colleges and nine departments. Renovations include an enhanced visitor’s center, including the updated Liztinger Herpetology Center in the Litzinger Discovery Room; approximately 3,000-square feet of new technology-enhanced classroom space between three classrooms; new administrative and staff office space; and new raptor enclosures that will accommodate the 18 birds that live at Shaver’s Creek.The center re-opening celebration begins at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 1.
  • Penn State Libraries’ Open House: In previous years, 96% of students participating in the Open House said that the event helped them to learn more about the Libraries’ many resources and physical spaces. September 5th & 6th, 2018 (Wed. and Thurs.). Drop-in any time between 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Don’t forget your Penn State ID! (required to complete the events)
  • Kick off the bountiful fall harvest season at the Student Farm’s third annual Harvest Festival. Campus and community members are invited to the farm from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 6 to experience live music, eat farm-fresh hors d’oeuvres and interact with members of the Student Farm Club and the Sustainability Institute. 
    • The Student Farm at Penn State is a one-acre diversified vegetable farm established in the spring of 2016, located near the intersection of Big Hollow and Fox Hollow roads. The mission of the Student Farm is to educate people about sustainable food systems, cultivate community and increase access to local foods on campus and in the community. Students can get involved in paid and for-credit internships, student-led research, food systems courses, the Student Farm Club, or volunteer on the farm!
    • Guests for the Harvest Festival are encouraged to bring their own lawn chair or blanket and are reminded to wear sturdy shoes. The event will be held rain or shine. Students and the campus community may get a ride to the farm via blue bus. Departures to the Student Farm will be at 5:30 and 6 p.m. from the Ag Administration Building (pullout area near Berkey Creamery). The bus will return guests to campus at 7 and 7:30 p.m. On-campus guests are also welcome to bike-pool to the farm together. The bike pool will meet at the seating area next to Berkey Creamery to depart at 5:10 p.m. Bikers should use Big Hollow Road to get to the farm, and don’t forget a light for the ride home as it will be dusk. For more information about this event, visit https://sustainability.psu.edu/spotlight/student-farm-celebrates-third-annual-harvest-festival
  • Be an Outdoor School Counselor! Penn State students can earn 2 credits by participating in Outdoor School (ODS) as cabin counselors. 
    • 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. It provides children with a positive, outdoor education experience as they learn about the natural world through hands-on lessons and guided exploration. 
    • Outdoor School has both a fall and a spring season. The spring season lasts typically six to seven weeks beginning in early April and ending in mid-May. The fall season is typically six weeks beginning, in late September and running through October. During their week of ODS, Penn State students must commit to being on-site 24-hours a day, typically from 1:30 p.m. on Monday through 3:00 p.m. on Friday, with free time on Wednesday or Thursday afternoon. 
    • You are responsible for working with your professors to make arrangements for missing classes. We can provide you with a letter explaining the program and its benefit to the community and to your Penn State education. You will need to be proactive in working ODS into your schedule. ODS is not an official excused absence. 
    • Visit https://www.shaverscreek.org/penn-state-students/outdoor-school/ to learn more about ODS and submit an application to be a Penn State counselor. Applications are due Sept. 7
  • The Public Leadership Education Network provides seminars for female college students interested in leadership opportunities in policy fields, including health, advocacy, STEM, global issues, and more. Students can learn more about their seminars at:  https://plen.org/seminars/
  • Award-winning author, accomplished nature photographer and Penn State alumnus Tim Palmer will visit the University Park campus for a series of events on Sept. 12 and 13. 
    • He will be speaking from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept.12, at the Palmer Museum of Art on his recent book “Twilight of the Hemlocks and Beeches,” written to feature the beauty of hemlock and beech forests and to spread awareness of their decimation. 
    • He will also take part in a panel discussion at Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center at 6:30 p.m. on Sept. 12 with other authors of nature books. The discussion will focus on the documentation of Pennsylvania’s natural environment and the importance of documenting nature in a variety of media, especially in the age of climate change, foreign pathogens and manmade threats to natural landscapes.
    • His final talk will be from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 13, in 121 Sparks Building where Palmer will discuss another recent book, “Wild and Scenic Rivers: An American Legacy.”
  • Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement (ATM) Thursday, September 13, 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 for September 13: https://feldenkrais-atm2.eventbrite.com
  •  The Feldenkrais Method: Special Event with Master Trainer Carol Kress Thursday, September 6, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Led by Carol Kress, Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner and Master Feldenkrais Trainer. Carol Kress is a Master Teacher of the Feldenkrais Method and teaches in Training Programs around the world. She will lead this participatory workshop, which will include two Awareness Through Movement Lessons, along with discussions of Feldenkrais concepts and practice. Registration is required: https://feldenkrais-method.eventbrite.com
  • Are you interested in how the arts connect to health?  The Alliance for the Arts in Research Universities hosts a conference for faculty and students like you.  Learn more about their fall conference and student travel scholarships 
 
FUNDING AND SCHOLARSHIPS
  • The Student Engagement Network Grant Program is now accepting applications for Fall 2018! 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 will be open August 17 through August 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 SEN in 102 HUB-Robeson Center, email engage@psu.edu, or call (814) 863-5995.
  • Are you receiving a Federal Pell Grant recipient?  Need funding for study-abroad? The Gilman Scholarship offers funding for students receiving Federal Pell Grants to participate in study abroad programs worldwide. Attend an information session in person September 5, 2018, 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm in 412 Boucke or register to participate remotely via Zoom here: https://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NKMyMqZOS1eDGypUXlJr8Q
  • Land O’Lakes, Inc. is accepting applications for the Land O’Lakes Global Food Challenge Emerging Leaders for Food Security™ fellowship. In its fourth year, the program expanded to 11 eligible universities across the United States to draw a broad mix of skills and perspectives to agriculture. Students entering their sophomore year for the 2018-19 academic year are eligible to apply. The deadline is Oct. 10. Get started applying here:  http://foodchallenge.landolakesinc.com/about-the-program/eligibility-requirements/
  •  Inc.U Pitch Competition offers $30,000 in investment rewards for student startups: PennTAP (Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Program has a grant that assists undergraduate students in their entrepreneurial company startup endeavors. PennTAP sponsors a “shark tank like” pitch competition called “Inc.U” 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. The Top 6 companies (selected via an initial video pitch competition) – are then given the opportunity to pitch their companies to a distinguished panel of judges during an hour-long Inc.U television show called “The Investment.” (Click HERE for a link to see last season’s show)  The competition is open to all Penn State University undergraduates!  For more info see the video and other information at https://penntap.psu.edu/innovation/incu/ If students have questions or need additional information, contact Tim Kerchinski –  txk128@psu.edu – 814-865-4388.
  •  MCAT Scholarships: There are four 100% scholarships for MCAT courses through Kaplan. Both need and merit will be considered by the Prehealth Office and other committee members in the determination of the awards. Scholarships can be used for In Person, Live Online, or Self-Paced courses. The scholarship must be redeemed by December 31, 2018, meaning you need to register for a class by that date. Deadline to apply is September 15, 2018. Awardees will be notified mid-October. To qualify, students should be at least 4th semester standing, and should have completed the majority of their coursework for the MCAT. Info at http://sites.psu.edu/sciadvising/mcat-scholarship/
  • The Morgan Academic Center (MAC) at Penn State is currently hiring tutors for the 2018-19 academic year.  The MAC is specifically seeking candidates from the College of Human Development and Family Studies for HDFS 129, HDFS 229, HDFS 239, and HDFS 249, however students from any major/program are encouraged to apply as other subject areas are also needed.   Tutors are paid hourly based upon status (e.g., undergraduate versus graduate student). This part-time position offers a variety of work options (days/times/hours) which fits nicely around academic schedules and other commitments of Penn State students.  Anyone who is hired this fall is eligible to continue employment as a tutor during future semesters. If interested, please complete an application and upload your cover letter/resume at https://psu.jobs/job/78459.  If you have any questions, feel free to email morgancenter@psu.edu or call 814-865-0407.
  • The Undergraduate Fellowships Office is THE place to seek help in applying for nationally competitive fellowships and scholarships.  Learn more about their resources and look at their fellowship/scholarship database to learn more https://ufo.psu.edu/current-students. Check out the full calendar of events and info sessions: https://ufo.psu.edu/calendar/list
 
College of HHD Research Seminars
  • Thursday, September 6: “Translational Science in the Era of Big Data”, Peter Elkin, MD; Professor and Chair, Dept. of Biomedical Informatics, University of Buffalo; CTSI B3 Seminar Series, 4:00 p.m. to  5:00 p.m. , 116 Henderson; registration requested: bit.ly/Elkintalk; co-sponsored by the Clinical and Translational Science Institute.
  • Monday, September 10: “Consequences of exposure to early adversity on the trajectory of brain development” Dr. Susan Andersen, Associate Professor of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School. 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., 22 Biobehavioral Health; Host: Biobehavioral Health Department (814-863-7256).
  • Tuesday, September 11: “Bias, confounding, moderation and mediation”, Duanping Liao, MD, PhD; CTSI BERD (Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Research Design) Seminar Series, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. , 116 Henderson; sponsored by the Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI).
 

HHD Undergraduate Newsletter Aug 23 2018

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HHD HIGHLIGHTS
  • The Center for Student Advising and Engagement in Room 5 Henderson Building will have walk in hours for students with fall schedule issues August 20-24 from 9:00a.m-noon and 1:00p.m.-4:00p.m. each day. 
  • HHD Student Council Meeting, Monday August 27, Health and Human Development Building Patio and Atrium, 7-8 PM. PIZZA ON THE PATIO. All HHD students are invited to learn about HHD’s Student Council and other College organizations and activities. Opportunities to sign up for committees and get involved for all.
  • HHD Healthy Start sponsored by HHD Student Council– Thursday, August 30, 5:30-7 PM, 10 Henderson Building, “Making the Most of Your First Career Fair”
  • HHD Healthy Start sponsored by HHD Student Council–Thursday, September 6, 4:40-5:30 PM, 14 Henderson Building, “Financial Literacy for New Students“
  • 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
INFORMATION
  • September 15 is the final application deadline for students wishing to study abroad for spring semester 2019. Visit https://gpglobalea.gp.psu.edu/ for more information or drop in to see a peer advisor in 422 Boucke, weekdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 
  • Interested in Entrepreneurship? Penn State Libraries has resources for you–The Entrepreneurship Guide is a digital toolkit that highlights library resources for company, market, industry, and business planning research, available to current Penn State students, faculty, and staff entrepreneurs across the commonwealth. There are additional guides available for specific ENTI clusters and for other commonwealth campus locations. Be sure to check out the library’s page for more info.
STUDENT SUPPORTS
  • Students who need assistance with a class, a paper or other tutoring support can get it for free from Penn State Learning.  Guided Study Groups for challenging classes started Aug 22nd. Tutoring starts Aug. 27.  Visit https://pennstatelearning.psu.edu/ for more info
  • If you are an undergraduate international student, Penn State’s EPPIC (English for Professional Purposes Intercultural Center) provides a wide array of workshops to help students improve their communication skills.  To learn more about their programs and services visit: http://www.eppic.la.psu.edu/services
  • All students at Penn State, including HHD students, can seek specialized advising on the health professions at the Health Professions Advising Center. The center provides advising on preparation for medical or PA school, interviewing, personal statements, medical missions, and gap years.  Students considering medical, dental, podiatry, and physician assistant professions must attend a Med Prep or PA Prep group advising session prior to meeting one-on-one with PreHealth Advising. 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. Thursday, August 30, 6:30-7:30pm 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. Monday, August 27, 6:30-7:30pm in 112 Buckhout 
  • LifeHacks are group workshops to help students manage stress, improve sleep or adjust to college life.  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). See https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/health-wellness/psychological-counseling/life-hacks-caps for a full schedule. Upcoming LifeHack:
    • Tuesday 9/4   Embracing Imperfection: Practicing Self-Compassion
  • As part of Penn State’s ongoing commitment to strengthen student financial literacy, Penn State’s Sokolov-Miller Family Financial and Life Skills Center supports students through education and training. To learn more about how they can help students, visit financialliteracy.psu.edu.
MEETINGS, EVENTS AND INVOLVEMENT
  • Career Services Open House: Students are welcome to stop by and connect with Career Services and learn about the programs and support we can offer. See one of the biggest college career center spaces in the country. Enjoy free food and giveaways. Tuesday, August 28, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Bank of America Career Services Center 
  • The Gender Equity Center is collaborating with the LGBTQA Student Resource Center, AIDS Resource, and Penn State’s Presidential Leadership Academy to bring award-winning speaker Scott Fried to campus for a number of engagement activities. His main talk and workshop is at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 28 in 233A HUB and is free and open to all! You can learn more about the event at https://www.facebook.com/events/2179235875674845/. Scott is an award-winning international public speaker, HIV/AIDS educator, and author. For more than 25 years he has lectured to more than 1 million teenagers and adults in nearly every U.S. state, as well as in Israel, England, Canada, Holland, and Honduras. He has spoken at more than 1,000 colleges/universities and other spaces. You can also learn more about Scott at http://scottfried.com/.
  • Wednesday, August 29, 5-8 PM, Allen Street, LION Bash, opportunities to learn about volunteering in Centre County nonprofits
  • Penn State Youth as Researchers 2018: Do you want to learn about social science research in a safe environment? Want to research a social justice topic of your choice to understand more about what’s going on in your community? Want to make a change? Keep an eye out to join UNESCO’s Penn State branch of Youth as Researchers! Applications will become available starting August 15, 2018 and will stay open until August 30th, 2018. Starting in September you’ll have the chance to join in a small research group and conduct your own research! Teams meet 2-3 hours each week, design their projects, conduct research, analyze and have the opportunity to present to a variety of audiences! Contact: Kaila Thorn at Kvt5218@psu.edu
  • Health Promotion and Wellness (HPW), a unit of Student Affairs, is seeking student ambassadors for its Healthy Penn State initiative. The deadline to apply to the Healthy Penn State Ambassador program for the fall 2017 and spring 2018 semesters is Friday, Sept. 1. All undergraduate students in both health and non-health related majors are encouraged to apply. For more information and to apply, visit the Healthy Penn State website. 
  • Attention Penn Staters! Are you looking to get involved this year? Join PSU State of State! Info sessions are August 28, September 4 and 11 at 7 pm in 267 Willard. Come learn about us and then apply for a committee! #LetsTalkPSU Founded in 2013, State of State is a student-run organization at Penn State University, committed to facilitating a dialogue within the university community about important Penn State-related issues. This dialogue culminates every year in a spring conference at which we bring together student, faculty, administration, alumni, and community leaders to speak about a variety of Penn State and State College topics, ranging from student life to mental health to town-and-gown relations. Our goal is to bring together passionate change-makers who can make our community stronger and more successful. 
  • Shaver’s Creek Re-opening Celebration, Sat., Sept. 1 Shaver’s Creek, which was founded in 1976, closed its doors in September 2016 to update its buildings and infrastructure with significant improvements for the first time. The upgrades will help accommodate the more than 1,400 Penn State students, 50,000 non-credit program attendees and nearly 10,000 visitors who use Shaver’s Creek during the year. For Penn State, Shaver’s Creek is home to more than 35 credit-bearing courses in six colleges and nine departments. Renovations include an enhanced visitor’s center, including the updated Liztinger Herpetology Center in the Litzinger Discovery Room; approximately 3,000-square feet of new technology-enhanced classroom space between three classrooms; new administrative and staff office space; and new raptor enclosures that will accommodate the 18 birds that live at Shaver’s Creek.The center re-opening celebration begins at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 1. 
  • Kick off the bountiful fall harvest season at the Student Farm’s third annual Harvest Festival. Campus and community members are invited to the farm from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 6 to experience live music, eat farm-fresh hors d’oeuvres and interact with members of the Student Farm Club and the Sustainability Institute. 
    • The Student Farm at Penn State is a one-acre diversified vegetable farm established in the spring of 2016, located near the intersection of Big Hollow and Fox Hollow roads. The mission of the Student Farm is to educate people about sustainable food systems, cultivate community and increase access to local foods on campus and in the community. Students can get involved in paid and for-credit internships, student-led research, food systems courses, the Student Farm Club, or volunteer on the farm!
    • Guests for the Harvest Festival are encouraged to bring their own lawn chair or blanket and are reminded to wear sturdy shoes. The event will be held rain or shine. Students and the campus community may get a ride to the farm via blue bus. Departures to the Student Farm will be at 5:30 and 6 p.m. from the Ag Administration Building (pullout area near Berkey Creamery). The bus will return guests to campus at 7 and 7:30 p.m. On-campus guests are also welcome to bike-pool to the farm together. The bike pool will meet at the seating area next to Berkey Creamery to depart at 5:10 p.m. Bikers should use Big Hollow Road to get to the farm, and don’t forget a light for the ride home as it will be dusk. For more information about this event, visit https://sustainability.psu.edu/spotlight/student-farm-celebrates-third-annual-harvest-festival
  • Be an Outdoor School Counselor! Penn State students can earn 2 credits by participating in Outdoor School (ODS) as cabin counselors. 
    • 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. It provides children with a positive, outdoor education experience as they learn about the natural world through hands-on lessons and guided exploration. 
    • Outdoor School has both a fall and a spring season. The spring season lasts typically six to seven weeks beginning in early April and ending in mid-May. The fall season is typically six weeks beginning, in late September and running through October. During their week of ODS, Penn State students must commit to being on-site 24-hours a day, typically from 1:30 p.m. on Monday through 3:00 p.m. on Friday, with free time on Wednesday or Thursday afternoon. 
    • You are responsible for working with your professors to make arrangements for missing classes. We can provide you with a letter explaining the program and its benefit to the community and to your Penn State education. You will need to be proactive in working ODS into your schedule. ODS is not an official excused absence. 
    • Visit https://www.shaverscreek.org/penn-state-students/outdoor-school/ to learn more about ODS and submit an application to be a Penn State counselor. Applications are due Sept. 7
  • The Public Leadership Education Network provides seminars for female college students interested in leadership opportunities in policy fields, including health, advocacy, STEM, global issues, and more. Students can learn more about their seminars at:  https://plen.org/seminars/
  • Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement (ATM) Thursday, August 30 and Thursday, September 13, 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.
  • Are you interested in how the arts connect to health?  The Alliance for the Arts in Research Universities hosts a conference for faculty and students like you.  Learn more about their fall conference and student travel scholarships 
FUNDING AND SCHOLARSHIPS
  • The Student Engagement Network Grant Program is now accepting applications for Fall 2018! 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 will be open August 17 through August 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 SEN in 102 HUB-Robeson Center, email engage@psu.edu, or call (814) 863-5995.
  • Inc.U Pitch Competition offers $30,000 in investment rewards for student startups: PennTAP (Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Program has a grant that assists undergraduate students in their entrepreneurial company startup endeavors. PennTAP sponsors a “shark tank like” pitch competition called “Inc.U” 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. The Top 6 companies (selected via an initial video pitch competition) – are then given the opportunity to pitch their companies to a distinguished panel of judges during an hour-long Inc.U television show called “The Investment.” (Click HERE for a link to see last season’s show)  The competition is open to all Penn State University undergraduates!  For more info see the video and other information at https://penntap.psu.edu/innovation/incu/ If students have questions or need additional information, contact Tim Kerchinski –  txk128@psu.edu – 814-865-4388.
  • Learn more about funding for 3 years of research-based Master’s and/or Ph.D. study in an approved scientific field in the United States through the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship,  August 29 (2-3 PM, 126 Reber or online at https://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_k1wYU1vYTXODl917Gx0aeg)
  • MCAT Scholarships: There are four 100% scholarships for MCAT courses through Kaplan. Both need and merit will be considered by the Prehealth Office and other committee members in the determination of the awards. Scholarships can be used for In Person, Live Online, or Self-Paced courses. The scholarship must be redeemed by December 31, 2018, meaning you need to register for a class by that date. Deadline to apply is September 15, 2018. Awardees will be notified mid-October. To qualify, students should be at least 4th semester standing, and should have completed the majority of their coursework for the MCAT. Info at http://sites.psu.edu/sciadvising/mcat-scholarship/
  • The Morgan Academic Center (MAC) at Penn State is currently hiring tutors for the 2018-19 academic year.  The MAC is specifically seeking candidates from the College of Human Development and Family Studies for HDFS 129, HDFS 229, HDFS 239, and HDFS 249, however students from any major/program are encouraged to apply as other subject areas are also needed.   Tutors are paid hourly based upon status (e.g., undergraduate versus graduate student).  This part-time position offers a variety of work options (days/times/hours) which fits nicely around academic schedules and other commitments of Penn State students.  Anyone who is hired this fall is eligible to continue employment as a tutor during future semesters. If interested, please complete an application and upload your cover letter/resume at https://psu.jobs/job/78459.  If you have any questions, feel free to email morgancenter@psu.edu or call 814-865-0407.

College of Health and Human Development and College of Nursing Research Seminars

  • Monday, August 27 “Visualizing Nutrition in Japan,” Dr. A. Catharine Ross, Professor of Nutrition and Physiology, Dorothy Foehr Huck Chair; Head, Department of Nutritional Sciences, The Pennsylvania State University. 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., 005 Health and Human Development Building; Host: Departmental of Nutritional Sciences (814-865-3448).
  • Wednesday, August 29“Intraindividual Structure and Intraindividual Dynamics: Interfacing Developmental Theory, Method, & Data,” Nilam Ram, Professor of Human Development and Family Studies and Psychology. QuantDev Brownbag, 12:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m., 401 HHD. Host: QuantDev.
  • Thursday, August 30 “Kinesiology Research Showcase,” 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., 108 Health and Human Development Building (The Atrium); Host: Department of Kinesiology (814-865-7575).
    Friday, August 31 “Structured Home-Based Exercise as a New Approach to Treat Peripheral Artery Disease,” Andrew Gardner, Ph.D., FAHA, FSVM, Professor and Vice Chair of Research, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Penn State College of Medicine, Hershey, PA. 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 127 Noll Laboratory; Host: Department of Kinesiology (814-865-7575).

Getting Involved in Undergraduate Research in HHD

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I’ve had several students ask me about how they can get connected with faculty for undergraduate research opportunities, so I thought it would be good to put my usual advice here for all students.

The first thing I would say is that students can get involved with research from the very start. Some students think that they need to wait until they’ve entered their major or even longer before they are ready for research. I think many faculty welcome students who are just starting at Penn State. From a faculty member’s perspective, if I have the opportunity to work with you for 4 years, that’s fantastic. My research team can train you on what you need to know.  As long as you are reliable, willing to work hard, and can work with others, you can probably do research even in your first semester.

Here are a few different ways that you can explore research opportunities and get involved.  First, just talk with any professors in your classes.  After class or at office hours, just ask them what type of research they and other faculty in the department do.  If any of the information you get sounds interesting, follow up.  Get the faculty member’s contact information, and make an appointment to talk with them about your interests.  Ask if you could visit their lab or sit in on a research meeting to learn more.

Second, the Office of Undergraduate Education here at Penn State has a web site on Undergraduate Research: https://undergradresearch.psu.edu/  From that page you can search under keywords and other filters to find faculty that have active research projects where undergraduates are involved.  While the database doesn’t have every opportunity, it’s a good place to find some opportunities.

Third, at all of our HHD departments, you’ll find a research page that often includes links to faculty labs, active research projects or other information on research opportunities.  I’ve put one link for each department below.  You can learn about the research that happens in a department or lab, and then follow up with the faculty involved with the projects to learn more.  Again, a visit during office hours can help get some more information, and then a chance to observe for a few hours in a lab or attend a research meeting or presentation can help you see if this is something you would like to try.

BBH Research Labs

CSD Research Labs and Active Projects

HPA Active Projects

SHM Research Facilities and Current Research

HDFS Active Projects

KINES Research Labs

NUTR Research Labs and Initiatives

RPTM Current Research

In addition, in HHD we have collaborative research centers where many faculty conduct their research.  You can check out that list of them and look more into the opportunities there.  Each center usually has a faculty member who leads the research activities in the center. And, HHD students, of course are not limited to research with HHD faculty.  At other Penn State colleges, you’ll find similar information on faculty research and research centers that you can explore.

Finally, during this first month, many of our departments work with our student organizations to highlight research opportunities.  For example, Kinesiology has a Research Showcase on Thursday August 30 from 4-5:30 PM. Check out college and department emails and social media to learn about these events, or visit the HHD Events web page

So, I hope that gives both new and returning students a glimpse at how they can get started.  Doing research with faculty is a great way to learn and enhance your Penn State experience.  Give it a try!

HHD Undergraduate Education Newsletter, August 16, 2018

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  • The HHD Dean’s Welcome for new students is Sunday, August 19 from 2:30-4:30 PM in 100 Thomas Building (for 1st year students) and  102 Thomas Building for transfer & Change of Campus students. This is a required meeting for all new students–in addition to important information, we’ll have some gifts for a few lucky students. We are looking forward to seeing all of you there! 
  • The HHD Dean’s Ice Cream Social is Monday, August 20, from 4:30-6 PM, Henderson Bldg Steps–Creamery ice cream and gift card raffle for all new students. This is a great opportunity to meet faculty, advisers, students, alumni.  At the same time our HHD Student Org Involvement Fair will be held in Henderson Building, so come make connections with HHD student leaders.
  • The Center for Student Advising and Engagement in Room 5 Henderson Building will have walk in hours for students with fall schedule issues August 21-25 from 9:00a.m-noon and 1:00p.m.-4:00p.m. each day. 
  • The Student Engagement Network Grant Program is now accepting applications for Fall 2018! 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 will be open August 17 through August 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 SEN in 102 HUB-Robeson Center, email engage@psu.edu, or call (814) 863-5995.
  • Monday, August 27, 7-8 PM, HHD Building, Atrium and Patio, HHD Student Council Welcome Meeting
  • If you are an undergraduate international student, Penn State’s EPPIC (English for Professional Purposes Intercultural Center) provides a wide array of workshops to help students improve their communication skills.  To learn more about their programs and services visit: http://www.eppic.la.psu.edu/services
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What Brit Hume and Jonah Goldberg Miss on NICU babies and Health Insurance

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Now that President Trump has ended his foreign policy trip, I’d like to return to something I promised regarding “l’affaire Kimmel”. If you recall, after Jimmy Kimmel and his wife had a child born with a congenital heart condition, Kimmel went on his late night show to share his story, express his gratitude, and comment on the health insurance debate.

Both Hume and Goldberg took Kimmel to task for expressing concern that “…those born with congenital heart issues like his son could be turned down for health insurance because they were deemed as having a pre-existing condition.”  Goldberg wrote: “Babies with dire medical conditions are covered by their parents’ insurance…”, while Hume, cited an article by Brian Joondeph, who also had a child born with a heart condition. Joondeph wrote:

“First, a baby born to parents with health insurance will be covered under the parents’ plan. Pre-existing conditions in this case are moot. The child can remain on his parents’ plan until age 26, something not likely to change in any replacement bill. After age 26, the situation changes, but who knows what the insurance landscape will look like in a quarter of a century?

Second, a newborn baby with a health emergency would not and legally could not be turned away from the hospital, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. Billy Kimmel would have had his surgery even if his father were poor and uninsured.”

On the basic point that a baby with these health needs would receive treatment, Hume, Joondeph and Goldberg are right.  But, their myopic focus on that ignores the larger truth about NICU babies and health insurance.

I know this because both of my children were born premature. My daughter was not only born early, but was missing her left lung and had congenital scoliosis.  She’s had multiple surgeries since her birth. In addition to being lifeflighted on the night of her birth, she spent 3 weeks in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). My son, born five years later, was born even earlier, when my wife experienced preeclampsia.  He spent 2 months in the NICU.  I think I might have a richer perspective on this than Kimmel, Goldberg and Hume, because I’m pretty certain my income at the time this occurred was far below their level.  While I had a job and employer health insurance, I was hardly rich at this point in my life.

So what do these two writers miss?  Let’s start with one that many people have already mentioned–annual and lifetime limits.  When my children were born, roughly half of employer plans (including mine) had annual or lifetime limits on what the insurance company would pay under the plan. Often, those lifetime limits totaled 1 to 2 million dollars (annual limits were lower).  Sounds fine, right? Go ahead and google “NICU costs” if you want to see some stories.  The costs for a premature infant easily top hundreds of thousands of dollars in the first year of life, so that million dollars quickly becomes something you start to worry about–worrying, of course, as you are sitting next to your child’s isolette watching machines help them breathe, eat, and survive. Even families with employer plans were urged to fill out forms to become eligible for Medicaid, in case their employer benefits were exhausted–filling out those forms, of course, as you are watching the nurse take another blood draw to check on your child’s health.

What Hume, Joondeph and Goldberg also ignore is that saying your child would get care, simply means that the hospital is required to provide lifesaving care (and maybe not even that).  The obligations of a health care provider end once a patient is stabilized.  At that point, they can discharge them.  For children born prematurely, however, the need for care and the costs continue far beyond that point–physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, ongoing care for congenital heart, spine, kidney, and other conditions, pulmonary follow-up since premature lungs are not ready for breathing, and on and on and on.  Each bill erodes that million dollar lifetime limit. More importantly, some of that care will be forgone because of its costs for many families. A life saved, yet burdened with inadequate care with lifetime consequences, is something Hume and Goldberg don’t care to discuss.

Hume, Joondeph and Goldberg also brush off the costs of this ongoing care, as well as any of the NICU costs not covered by your employer plan (or Medicaid, if you qualified). Beyond just the tradeoffs families of NICU babies face as the out of pocket costs mount, there’s simply the fact that each bill is yet another strain on a family who is struggling to keep their emotional balance.

Those costs go far beyond medical costs. Living in central Pennsylvania, the nearest NICU for my children was nearly 100 miles away. Let me share my schedule in 2001 after my son’s birth. My daughter was in 3 days a week preschool. We picked her up from school on Monday and drove 100 miles. We spent the rest of Monday and most of Tuesday with my son, driving 100 miles back home on Tuesday night. We picked her up after school on Wednesday and drove 100 miles back to the NICU. We did the same on Friday. That’s 600 miles per week, for 8 straight weeks with gas prices running $1.50 a gallon. That’s hotels when we could not get a room at the Ronald McDonald House (Thank you RMH!!).  That’s food and other costs associated with being away from home. Costs go far beyond medical costs for parents of children with health problems.

And I count myself incredibly lucky.  My daughter was born in May, at a time when I was free from obligations at my university, since we had 9 month contracts.  My son was born when I was on a sabbatical, so I had far fewer work obligations. I saw the babies and families who could only visit during late nights, forgoing sleep to find time for their child. I saw the babies and families who saw each other only on weekends, because of the distance or work schedules or other constraints on their ability to visit. These challenges are not even worthy of attention from Hume and Goldberg.

Joondeph writes “Pre-existing conditions are moot”.  Really?  Yes, my children were covered under my employer plan, so having a preexisting condition was not immediately relevant for us. But, if I wanted to change jobs? If I wanted to start my own small business? If I lost my job? If I was injured and was unable to work anymore? These are the nightly worries, the 3 am wake-up call of every parent with a child with conditions like this, who don’t have the economic comforts and ideological blinders of Joondeph, Hume and Goldberg.

By narrowly interpreting Kimmel’s comments, Joondeph and Goldberg ignore the real concerns of parents of premature infants and children with serious health conditions. The ACA did not solve all of these concerns, but it lessened some of them. By removing lifetime and annual limits, the ACA helped to ease the concern that mounting costs would lead to exhaustion of benefits. By expanding Medicaid and requiring essential health benefits for employer plans, the ACA helped to expand coverage of the types of care these children need to reach their full potential, not just save their life. By eliminating preexisting condition restrictions, the ACA allowed families to consider the best way to move forward as a family, rather than staying locked in a job simply because the health benefits might be lost if you tried to make a change.

The ACA was a step forward. Almost everyone who experienced the system before and after with a child in these situations would tell you that. To return to the days before the ACA, which is what the American Health Care Act will do, is a step backward. Hume, Joondeph and Goldberg do their readers a disservice by dismissing Kimmel’s comments and ignoring the ways the ACA improved life for parents of children born prematurely or with serious health conditions.