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The Standard

Study Abroad, pp. 12-13 limelight, p. 14

Student and Alumni News

Psi Chi, p. 15 Honor Society Updates

TUNS, p. 15 News for Neuroscience

The credits

Leonard Clemons, M.S.Ed.

Editor-in-chief

Nicole Laviña, B.A. Creative Designer, Writer

Phil McCabe, Ph.D., and Richard Williams, Ph.D. Executive Editors Contributor

Produced by: Undergraduate Academic Services for Psychology 5665 Ponce de Leon Blvd, Flipse 508 (305) 284-3303

Undergraduate Academic Services for Psychology, pp. 6-7 Director, Academic Advisor, and Peer Advising Liaisons

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2015-2016 Walk-In Advising Hours:

Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Where will this year take you?, pp. 4-5

Welcome and Highlights

Want to Study Abroad?, pp. 10-11 Know before you go

the Features

Leonard Clemons, pp. 8-9 Get to know our new Director

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August 24th: Classes Begin

September 2nd: Last Day to Register/Add A Class

September 7th: No School (Labor Day)

September 9th: Last Day to Drop a Course Without a ‘W’

October 8th – October 11th: Fall Recess

October 16th: Last Day to Apply for Graduation for Fall

October 26th: Last Day to Drop a Course/Registration

Appointments Available on Canelink

November 9th: Registration for Spring Begins

November 21st – November 29th: Thanksgiving Recess

December 8th: Classes End

December 9th: Reading Day

December 10th – December 16th: Final Exams

December 17th: Fall Commencement

December 17th: Housing Closes

December 23rd: Final Grades Released

Dates To Remember:

Neurosciences Research: Contact

Dr. Helen Bramlett at hbramlett@miami.edu

Psychology Research: Check-out our website

www.psy.miami.edu Undergraduate Research Opportunities Stop by UASP, FLP 508, if you have any questions.

Toppel @ UASP:

How do I write a resume? Personal statement?

What can I do with my psychology major? Get your questions answered!

Toppel representatives will be at UASP

this semester:

September 15th: 1 - 4 PM October 14th: 9 - 12 PM

November 19th: 9 - 12 PM

Subscribe to our YouTube channel: UASP UM

Follow us on Twitter: @UASP

This summer, UASP launched it’s newest Social Media presence, Instagram! Be sure to follow UASP for pictures, videos, and information regarding office matters. Receive reminders about advising for registration, learn about cognates, meet the staff, and much more. Get you questions answered and you might even receive extra credit in FACT or TUMS! Questions? Ask a UASP staff member for more info.

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Welcome from Chair … Welcome to the 2015-2016 academic year in the Department of Psychology and the Undergraduate Neuroscience Program! We are excited about the upcoming year, and will continue to offer new courses, student research opportunities, and top-notch advising via the Undergraduate Academic Services for Psychology (UASP) office on the 5th floor of the Flipse Building. Of course, this office also oversees advising for the neuroscience majors. The Director of the Neuroscience Program, Dr. Helen Bramlett, has an office in the Neuroscience Annex behind to the Cox Science Center, and will be happy to meet with Neuroscience majors to talk about research and career plans. The new Director of UASP, Leonard Clemons, and the UASP Advisor, Nicole Lavina, working with the team of Peer Advising Liaisons (PALs), will provide you with an advising alliance that will help to guide you to a successful graduation and beyond. I hope you take advantage of all of the resources we have to offer, and I wish you a successful academic year!

Phil McCabe, Ph.D. Chairman, Department of Psychology

Welcome from the Director ... Welcome to the 2015-2016 academic year! We are excited to welcome our returning students and the nearly 150 new students joining us this Fall. The Department of Psychology continues to be one of the most achieving and largest departments at the University of Miami. Over the summer, I was privileged to join the Department as Director of Undergraduate Academic Services and I look forward to meeting all of you over the course of this semester. Our office, UASP, is committed to offering our stu-dents great advising services that lead to your success at this great University. Our advising staff and PALS look for-ward to working with you through your academic journey. Be sure to follow us on Twitter, You-Tube, and our newly created Instagram account. It’s a great way to follow the news and events of the Department. For your advising needs, stop by our office as UASP is available Monday – Friday from 9:00AM to 4:30PM. During non-registration periods you can stop by with no appointment needed. We look forward to seeing you and having an awesome academic year. Go Canes!

Leonard Clemons, M.S.Ed.

Director, Undergraduate Academic Services

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New Student Orientation

Majors and Minors Fair Toppel @ UASP

Psych and Neuroscience Meet- Up UASP Holiday Party Just Desserts

Psi Chi Induction RCIF

Student Employment Banquet

UASP Graduation Party

PRIME and JUMPSTART

Welcome from,

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Leonard Clemons Director, UASP lclemons@miami.edu

Everyone at UASP would like to welcome our new director, Leonard Clemons, who joined our UASP team this summer! Leonard is the Director of Undergraduate Academic Services in the Department of Psychology. Leonard oversees all UASP functions, supervises the Peer Advising Liaisons (PALs), and ensures the Department provides the highest-quality advising services. He also teaches the new freshmen and new transfer student orientation, advising, and mentoring courses, FACT (PSY 106) and TUMS (PSY 206). Leonard is available to meet with all students regarding advising, curriculum planning, research participation, and graduate school and career preparation. His background in enrollment management, student affairs, and research make him an excellent resource for students.

By: Elana Schettini

Nicole Laviña Academic Advisor nlavina@miami.edu

Nicole Laviña attended the University of Miami as an undergraduate and graduated with a B.A. in Psychology and a minor in Religious Studies. She worked as a Peer Advising Liaison (PAL) in the undergraduate academic services for psychology office for three years. Nicole studied abroad in Rome and worked as an undergraduate research assistant for two years in a child psychology laboratory. She is pursing an M.S.Ed. in Mental Health Counseling at the University of Miami. As a full-time Academic Advisor, Nicole advises psychology and neuroscience majors, oversees UASP’s social media presence, and assists with the FACT and TUMS seminar courses. Nicole is available to help students with a wide array of resources, in-cluding degree requirements, study abroad opportunities, research, and post-baccalaureate options.

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Roshni Bhat is a junior neuroscience major with a minor in Spanish on the Pre-Med Track and will be working as an RA in Dr. Britton's research lab. Roshni is in ADPi, on TUNS e-board, and in the Foote Fellow Mentor Program. Roshni is a 2nd year PAL.

Sydney Feldman is a junior neuroscience major and an RA in Dr. Hooper's TOOL lab and Dr. Jha’s lab. She is VP of Best Buddies and the leader of the Body Image group in COPE. Sydney is a 2nd year PAL.

Kevin Griffin is a sophomore neuroscience major on the Pre-Med Track looking forward to getting involved in research and planning to become a Pediatrician. Kevin is a 1st year PAL.

Albert Liu is a senior neuroscience and Philosophy double major. He studied abroad in Edinburgh, Scotland last fall, studies piano, and is an amateur blind wine taster. Albert is a 2nd year PAL.

Melanie Winters is a junior neuroscience major and Chemistry minor. She is an RA in Dr. Uddin's lab, in Chi Omega, TUNS, and Girls for Good. Melanie is a 2nd year PAL.

Jessica Janos is a senior psychology major and studied in Prague last semester. She will complete a Senior Honors Thesis under the guidance of Dr. Ehrenreich-May and has plans to pursue a Ph.D. clinical psychology. Jessica is a 3rd year PAL.

Elana Schettini is a junior neuroscience major looking to pursue a Ph.D. or Master’s and will be an RA in Dr. Uddin’s lab. She’s in ZTA, the General Honors Program, and volunteers for Camp Kesem. Elana is a 2nd year PAL.

Robbie Diaz is a junior neuroscience major. He is a 2nd year RA for Dr. Britton. Robbie is involved in TUNS and plans to go to pursue a Ph.D. in Neuroscience and continue a career of research. Robbie is a 2nd year PAL.

Andrew Mudreac is a junior neuroscience major on the Pre-Med Track. He works as an FYF in Stanford Residential College and as an RA in Dr. Britton’s research lab. Andrew is in TUNS and UConnect. Andrew is a 2nd year PAL.

Lauren Friedman is a senior psychology major and an RA in Dr. Ehrenreich-May’s lab. She did the PRIME program this summer and will be completing an Honors Thesis. Lauren plans to pursue a Ph.D. in Clinical Child Psychology. She is very involved in Project HEAL, Psi Chi, and SDT. Lauren is a 1st year PAL.

Mary Connolly is a junior neuroscience major on the Pre-Med Track and will be working as an RA in Dr. Weisman de Mamani’s lab. She’s in KKG and the General Honors Program. Mary is a 2nd year PAL.

Lawrence Rolle is a senior psychology major on the Pre-Med Track. He is on the Advisory Board for P100, the Service Chair for Brothers Overcoming Negativity & Destruction (B.O.N.D), and the self proclaimed NBA 2K King at UMiami. Lawrence is a 3rd year PAL.

Meghana Shownkeen is a sophomore Neuroscience major working as an RA with Dr. Yavagal at the Medical School Campus. She is involved in Project Sunshine and on the Pre-Med Track. Meghana is a 1st year PAL.

Meghan Holzmacher is a senior neuroscience major on the Pre-Med Track. She is in DPhiE, the Honors Students’ Association, and is a Dean’s Ambassador. She was an RA in Dr. Britton’s lab and volunteers at Branches South Miami. Meghan is a 3rd year PAL.

Maggie Dickey is a junior psychology major on the Pre-Med Track. This summer Maggie spent a week in Panama on a medical brigade and is in DPhiE. Maggie is a 1st year PAL.

Maddy Weigel is a senior psychology major on the executive board for Alpha Kappa Psi and currently an intern at a law firm. She spent this past summer in Paris studying abroad. Maddy is a 1st year PAL.

Liz Bocanegra is a junior psychology major and Sociology minor working in Dr. Timpano's lab. Liz is interested in pursuing a Ph.D. and is involved in ACS, Alternative Breaks, and is on the Homecoming Committee. Liz is a 2nd year PAL.

Lauren Garcia is a junior psychology major on the Pre-Med Track and hopes to attend P.A. school and get a Ph.D. or Master’s in Pediatric Psychology. She participates in research, is on ZTA executive council, and volunteers at Jackson Memorial Hospital. Lauren is a 1st year PAL.

Jamie Nucho is a senior psychology major and is an RA in Dr. Lieberman’s lab. She plans to pursue graduate school in animal behavior. Jamie is a 2nd year PAL.

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Where are you from?

Chicago, Illinois. I came to Miami in 2014, so I have been here for about a year and a half.

Do you have any family or pets with you in Miami?

No family, and no pets here. I came all the way down by myself. My family is all over the United States, but but they are originally from Chicago, dating back to the early 1900s. My great-grandmother was born in Chicago in 1910, so my family has been there for a while.

What is your educational and professional background?

I got a Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies from Kentucky State University. It is a small liberal arts school, and I got my Master’s degree in Adult and Higher Education from Northern Illinois University.

Have you always wanted to travel around the United States for your education and career?

I am a bit of a traveler, I started traveling early. When I was 12 I was an ambassador and went to Northern Europe for three weeks and that started the trend. So far, I have lived in Kentucky, Illinois, and now Florida. I don’t know where I will go next, but I am open to traveling.

What brought you to Miami?

I was looking to move further down south from Chicago. After I graduated, I was considering moving to Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia or Florida. So I applied to a few positions. I originally got an offer from Miami-Dade College, so that is what brought me to Miami.

What was your favorite class or subject in high school? Undergrad? Graduate school?

In high school, I would probably say Science, Journalism, and American Government. I really enjoyed Government. In college? That is a tough one because I was originally a biology major trying to become a pediatrician and I did not like it at all. But when I changed my major, I would say my public administration classes. In graduate school, my favorite class was Student Development.

How would you compare your undergraduate experience and graduate school?

Honestly, I thought undergrad was harder. There are more courses, and it is a more individual style of class. It is also more lecture based than graduate school, there is more conversation in graduate school. I liked that graduate school is more paper-based because I am not the best test-taker, but I can write a great paper. There is also more group work in graduate school.

By: Elana Schettini and Elizabeth Bocanegra

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Of course, my graduate program was something I was really passionate about. So when you decide to pursue a Master’s, it should be in something that you are very passionate about. You will enjoy it a lot more.

What do you like to do in your free time? Do you have any hobbies or special talents?

I exercise pretty frequently, probably about three to four times a week. I like to cook a lot and I am very good at making comfort foods. I like to put a twist on the southern classics, and I also like to grill. I am involved in my fraternity, Kappa Alpha Psi, on a community level. That occupies a lot of my time, but I always make sure I have time to relax. I also love to travel.

What kind of music do you listen to? Do you have any favorite bands or artists?

I probably listen to everything except country music. I like jazz and blues. I listen to rap, R&B, alternative, and gospel music. Sometimes I listen to classical music.

My favorite artist is John Legend and my favorite band is probably Maroon 5 or Bastille. I know those are kind of two different ends of the spectrum, but I like them.

If you could travel anywhere in the world for 2 weeks and money is no object, where would you go and why?

I am actually thinking of going to Bali over the holiday break. But if money was no object, I would probably go to some countries in Europe that I have not been to, like Italy and Spain. I also want to go to Thailand or Fiji one day.

If you could give a quote or a few words of wisdom to current students about their college years, what would it be?

Life is not always fair, it never has been, and it never will be. I really mean that because sometimes students will say, “that’s not fair!” But it is a part of life, it helps you grow and makes you stronger. So just stand strong, keep moving forward, and when you fall down, dust yourself off. Life is not about fairness.

Is there anything we did not discuss that you think is relevant for your students to know?

I am a very relaxed person, there is not a lot that rattles me, it is just my personality. Some people will take that as nonchalant, but I am very detail oriented. I am down-to-earth, but I pay close attention.

We look forward to getting to know you, Leonard. Welcome from UASP!

Leonard can be located in FLP 509 and at 305-284-3303 or le.clemons@miami.edu

For more information on Leonard, please visit our website welcome page:

http://www.psy.miami.edu/undergraduate/welcome/.

On June 10th, after 11 years, Sean Kilpatrick left UASP. Beginning his career as a Peer Advisor, Sean later moved into an Academic Advisor position, followed by Assistant Director, and ultimately as Director of the Undergraduate Academic Services for Psychology. He is now the Assistant Dean of Student Services for the School of Nursing and Health Studies, so he is not far. We recognize Sean’s years of outstanding leadership, excellent service to students, and overall dedication to the Department . UASP congratulates Sean on his promotion and looks forward to working with him again in the future. Congratulations, Dean Kilpatrick!

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One year before:

Visit the Study Abroad office of in Rhodes House (Building 37), Suite F .

Begin researching countries and schools of interest.

Make note of application deadlines.

Review your graduation plan and make adjustments.

1 semester before:

Apply to chosen program through Study Abroad. Applications for fall and summer programs are usually due March 1st, and October 1st for spring. Keep in mind you will need approval from one of your advisors.

Research and apply for scholarships:

applications are typically due in April for

fall and November for spring, however

individual award deadlines vary.

Upon acceptance:

Begin looking at potential courses using your host school’s website

and course catalog. To make sure they will count at UM you will need

to complete course equivalencies for each course you may want to

take. Bring the course description to the respective department at UM

for evaluation. UASP will evaluate all psychology courses.

Apply for visas and any other official documentation you will need to

stay in your host country. Study Abroad can help you determine what

documents and procedures you will need to complete, as these vary by

country.

Look for flights to destination country. In general, the further out you

buy tickets, the less expensive they are. You may want to try a fare-

watcher from www.tripadvisor.com or other travel sites that can

update you when low fares become available.

Find, apply for, or renew your Passport! First-time applicants must

apply in-person and it can take up to 6 weeks. Expedited services are

available for additional fees.

2 semesters before:

Meet with an advisor in UASP to

plan courses for your next

semester at UM, saving

appropriate requirements to fulfill

during the following semester

abroad.

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During the program:

Attend orientation sessions. Go to class.

Get to know your instructors.

You will have roughly 2 weeks to adjust

your schedule and change courses. Be

sure to have any new courses evaluated

for equivalency. You may take a course

for “credit only” if you wish. Ask an

advisor for more details.

Take advantage of social clubs and events

to make new friends. It will be important

for your well-being to develop a

friendship/support network while living in

a foreign place.

Travel! You are close to places that are

typically far from home – embrace the

proximity. See, experience, and learn

about other countries and cultures. Take

photos!

Schedule your Skype advising

appointment online in mid-March or mid-

October to select courses, register, and

plan for your return to UM.

After your experience:

Follow-up with Study Abroad if it has been more than 3 months since your return and your grades are still missing.

Share stories and photos with UASP and other students to help encourage others to study abroad.

Enter the Study Abroad Photo

Contest; you could win prizes!

For more information: Contact the Study Abroad Office at 305-284-3434 or stop by UASP

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Maybe it’s the nautical traditions, the tree-lined streets, the many crêperies and patisseries, farmer’s markets and weekly book fairs, or the bells that ring on the hour. Whatever it may be, know you’ll be charmed by the beauty and French culture of Nantes and its people. Nantes, the sixth largest city in France, is located in western France on the Loire River. In 1995, Nantes was divided into 11 neighborhoods, each resembling a historic city quarter. The city is very rich in culture and history with beautiful cobbled streets, many parks and museums, and has a thriving arts scene. There is a high student population in Nantes as there are several universities in the city. With its history and its dynamism, the University is ready to face the challenge of international competition. Today, Université de Nantes is one of France's top multidisciplinary universities. It is located in an attractive area boasting strong economic and demographic growth over the past two decades. Visit La Beaujoire Stadium to watch soccer games or Ile de Versailles to people watch and explore. Hop on a bicycle and explore what makes Nantes a model “green” city in France. Practice your French while ordering crêpes in the region where they were first made. At the Université de Nantes, all of this is possible.

Application deadline for Spring: Oct. 1st

Primary classroom language: French

Qualifying GPA: 2.7

Contact Lisa Aradeon at L.aradeon@miami.edu

France and Great Britain

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Study abroad in the land of William Shakespeare, the Royal family, Sir Isaac Newton, and Harry Potter. Be inspired by everything around you, from the museums and art galleries to Buckingham Palace and Parliament. Even a simple walk around this culturally rich city or a ride on the Tube can inspire you in ways you’d never imagine. The capital of the United Kingdom, London is a major international city - one of the world's leading commercial, financial, cultural, and communication centers. A great mix of the ancient and modern, London is a city that offers something for every-one, including theater, shopping, museums, politics, and nightlife. With 6,000 students and over 500 teaching and research staff, Queen Mary is one of the largest of the colleges that make up the federal University of London, a con-glomerate of schools and colleges that form the largest and most diverse university in Britain. Its campus is conven-iently located in the heart of London's East End on Mile End Road. The surrounding community is filled with street markets, riverside pubs, parks, theaters, and art galleries. At Queen Mary, not only will you learn about the London lifestyle, but also learn about the politics and history of the city.

Qualifying GPA: 2.7 Application deadline for

Spring: Oct. 1st

Contact: Jessica Driemeier j.driemeier@miami.edu

Primary classroom language: English

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Alexandra Coren is a psychology major that studied abroad in the Galapagos islands this summer. The Miami Planet featured an article written by Alex discussing some of the research conducted at the Charles Darwin Research Station on Santa Cruz Island. The main focus of Alex’s article is the drastic decline of blue-footed boobies, an indigenous species to the Galapagos Islands, in the ecosystems. Researchers have found that the recent decline is caused by an extreme crash in the sardine population in the Galapagos , the blue-footed boobies’ main source of nutrition. Her article covers the details that have caused this decline with many educational and intriguing video clips to accompany the facts. Congratulations, Alex!

Lauren Garcia is a junior majoring in psychology that went to Phitsanulok, Thailand to shadow various doctors at a public teaching hospital this past summer. The first week she shadowed in the neonatal, internal medicine, and orthopedic departments. On the weekends, she would travel to Chiang Mai, Phuket, and Bangkok to explore her horizons. The main highlight of the trip for Lauren was the eye-opening effect it had on her and the cultural appreciation she came back to

Miami with. In her experience, the doctors in Thailand treat an astounding number of patients every day and are therefore incredibly resourceful and creative with minimal amount of medical supplies. Lauren’s passion for medicine and care for the common good has been cemented by this recent trip. Good luck, Lauren, on your future endeavors from all of UASP! Divya Gandhi, a psychology major, spent part of her summer vacation helping advance construction of a house for a woman and her family of eight children in San Lucas Toluman, Guatemala. Some of the tasks she had to do included laying floors down and building rebar towers for scaffolding. As well as playing freeze tag and soccer with the locals. She got to explore the area as she hiked and traveled by boat to the surrounding towns. The group's community partner in Guatemala, Friends of San Lucas, supplied the building materials and supports other building and health care efforts in Guatemala, among supporting other causes such as deforestation and education. Thanks, Divya, for all of your service! Ashley Pittaluga is a major in the School of Business and with a second major in

psychology, had the pleasure of going to the Walt Disney World Resort this summer to be part of a summit whose

goal was to promote student engagement and foster meaningful volunteer experiences. Students at the summit discussed various issues, including how to promote school spirit. Ashley will take this knowledge and apply it to her role as Vice Chair of the Homecoming Executive Committee. UASP can’t wait to

see what else you accomplish, Ashley!

Student Shout Outs

Alumni News

By: Elana Schettini & Elizabeth Bocanegra

Daniel Acosta graduated in the Spring of 2015 with a Bachelors of Science. He was a psychology and microbiology & immunology double major, with a minor in Chemistry. Daniel is now working as a medical scribe at Leon Medical Centers, and will shortly relocate to Baptist Hospital. As a scribe, Danny specializes in charting physician-patient encounters in real-time during medical exams. Being a scribe has allowed Danny to have close interactions with patients and experience firsthand what it’s like to be a doctor. He has gained valuable experience in a clinic and gets to know the doctors on a more personal level. Danny is currently applying to medical schools and is looking forward to pursuing an M.D. Congratulations, Danny, and good luck on behalf of UASP!

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The Undergraduate Neuroscience Society Welcome back, Neuroscience and Psychology Majors! We hope you had a great summer and are ready to start the new school year! The Undergraduate Neuroscience Society, or TUNS, is a student-run organization on campus that aims to motivate those interested in the study of neuroscience by offering members opportunities to get involved and further enhance their knowledge of the subject. Throughout the year we hold monthly general meetings, providing a platform for students to voice their opinions regarding issues related to neuroscience, network with faculty members engaged in research, and receive advice from peers on how to succeed. TUNS is open to students in all areas of study and we welcome those who can provide a fresh perspective on the field of neuroscience. Last year, our members learned a lot from guest speakers who took time out of their professional lives to educate TUNS members about neuroscience. Past guest speakers include Dr. Bramlett, the director of the undergraduate Neuroscience program, Dr. Komotar, renowned neurosurgeon, and Dr. Britton, esteemed researcher in the Neuroscience Annex, amongst many other distinguished individuals. The informal atmosphere of our meetings, complete with free pizza for our members, allows students to interact with our guest speakers and learn about their research and professional experiences. Many of our members have worked with some of our speakers and have gone on to be very successful after graduation. We also hold fun events such as faculty mixers and trivia game nights, and we also volunteer at various events around the city of Miami, such as Brain Day. TUNS encourages all potential members to contact us at umtuns@gmail.com for more information and to join our group on Facebook (UM TUNS) for updates on meeting and other cool events! We hope you join us for another year full of neuroscience fun and events!

Welcome back, Psychology and Neuroscience majors! The Psi Chi E-board hopes that you had an enjoyable and exciting summer, and are ready to come back to the U for an amazing year. For those of you looking to further your knowledge and involvement in the world of Psychology and Neuroscience, joining Psi Chi can help you do so. You are able to attend all Psi Chi meetings and events. If you would like to become an inducted member of the honor society, students must be a psychology or neuroscience major or minor, have at least 9 completed credits in psychology, maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA in psychology coursework, and be ranked in the top 35% of their class. If you meet this national membership eligibility, you will be personally invited to join UM’s Psi Chi chapter during the spring semester. Both associate members and inducted members are able to reap the benefits of Psi Chi by being im-mersed in the world of Psychology, meeting fellow Psychology and Neuroscience majors, and attending Psi Chi’s fun and informative meetings and events. To learn more about Psi Chi in general and discover what events we are planning for the semester, we hope to see you all at our first general meeting, which will be announced via a UASP email and twitter announcement (@UASP) with the time and location. There will be a Kaplan repre-sentative at our first meeting to give away a discounted Kaplan GRE prep course to one lucky member! In addition to our general meetings, we plan to expand our events to include at least one volunteer and social event per month. We plan to get involved in more community service events, such as Gandhi Day of Service and Walk About Autism. We will also be having our own fundraising event this semester called “Psi Chi Tie Dye” to raise money for Hilarity for Charity, which is a movement led by comedian Seth Rogen to inspire change and raise awareness of Alzheimer’s disease among the millennial generation. The Psi Chi E-board personally invites all of you to attend our meetings and events! If you have any questions or want more information, please contact us at umiamipsichi@gmail.com, or check out our website, http://umiamipsichi.wix.com/umiamipsichi. And don't forget to like us on Face-book! We hope to see you all at the first general meeting of the year.

Honor Society Updates By: Hailey Hutcheson, President

News for Neuroscience By: Robbie Diaz, President

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