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PSYCHS January Newsletter 2024!
Sabika Sami, Kaylie Fulwiler & Anna David
January 25, 2025
Hello, and welcome back to a new semester!
We hope you all got the chance to relax, recharge and enjoy the holidays! Whether you’re returning to campus with us or stepping into a new chapter of your academic journey, we welcome you to PSYCHS and are here to support you every step of the way!
In this month’s edition, we’re excited to share upcoming events, volunteer opportunities and valuable resources to help you kick-start the semester! From social to academic events, many exciting opportunities are coming up and we want to ensure you don’t miss out on anything!
Cheers to a new semester and an amazing start! Wishing you all the best throughout your academic journey.😊
What’s In This Months Issue?
Table of Contents
Volunteer
Harmony in Transition: A Collaborative Symposium on Immigrant Family Resilience
Are you interested in impactful research and supporting immigrant family resilience? Researchers from the University of Calgary and Ambrose University, in partnership with The Marriage Advocates Canada, the Centre for Newcomers, and Action Dignity, are working on a collaborative transdisciplinary project that needs your involvement.
What’s Involved?
Join a groundbreaking project aimed at understanding and promoting immigrant family resilience. Work alongside experienced researchers and community organizations to make a tangible difference.
Why Join?
Your contribution can drive meaningful change, while providing you with valuable research and community engagement experience.
How to Participate:
Visit themarriageadvocates.ca to learn more or contact [email protected] to register your interest.
Event/Opportunities
Distinguished Speaker Lecture
Dr. Christine Chambers
Canada Research Chair (Tier 1) in Children’s Pain
Date: Thursday, May 8, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Location: Blue Room, Dining Center 105, 124 University Gate NW (next to Hotel Alma)
Join us for an insightful lecture by Dr. Christine Chambers, a globally recognized leader in the field of children’s pain management. Dr. Chambers is a Professor of Psychology & Neuroscience and Pediatrics at Dalhousie University, a clinical psychologist, and the Scientific Director of Solutions for Kids in Pain (SKIP).
Lecture Abstract
Pain in children is often under-treated, despite the availability of effective medical and psychological interventions. Dr. Chambers will discuss the importance of bridging the gap between research and real-world application, focusing on strategies to mobilize evidence-based solutions. Her work highlights patient engagement, interdisciplinary collaboration, and knowledge dissemination, providing actionable insights for improving children's pain management.
This lecture is relevant to students, researchers, healthcare providers, and anyone interested in the transformative potential of psychological science.
How to Register
Register here
Please note that accepting the calendar invite is not considered official registration.
Refreshments will be provided. Save the date and join us for this exceptional event!
Call for Nominations: 2025 SWAP Feminist Mentoring Award
Do you have a professor who has significantly impacted your education, personal development, and feminist scholarship? The Section on Women & Psychology (SWAP) invites nominations for the 2025 Feminist Mentoring Award to recognize exceptional feminist supervisors.
About the Award
This award celebrates mentors who:
Engage in collaborative processes.
Value diverse perspectives.
Recognize the interconnectedness of personal and professional lives.
Who Can Nominate?
Students and recent graduates are encouraged to nominate professors (active or retired) who have played a pivotal role in their academic and professional journeys.
Nomination Requirements
Submissions must include:
A cover page with:
Names and email addresses of the applicant(s) and nominee.
University, department, and program of study.
A 1- to 2-page letter detailing:
How the nominee has supported your education and development (e.g., talent cultivation, joint publications, role modeling).
Specific stories or examples illustrating their impact as a mentor.
Letters from multiple students (optional but encouraged).
Deadline: April 30th at 5:00 PM
Send submissions to: Storm Balint, SWAP Graduate Student Representative
📧 [email protected]
Award Presentation
The winner will receive a plaque at the SWAP Annual General Meeting during the 2025 Canadian Psychological Association National Convention in St. John’s, Newfoundland. For convention details, visit https://convention.cpa.ca/.
Students and the award winner are encouraged to attend the meeting!
International Work: Living, Working, and Thriving Abroad
Kick off the semester by exploring opportunities for building an international career!
Event Details
Date: January 30
Time: 12:00 – 1:15 PM MT
Location: Online (Zoom) | In-person option also available
Cost: Free
About the Event
Part of the Grow Your Career Conference, this session features inspiring professionals who have carved out successful international careers. Learn about living, working, and thriving abroad while gaining valuable insights to grow your career.
Register Now
For the online session, visit Grow Your Career Conference Webinar.
To attend in person, register at Grow Your Career Conference 2025.
Mobilizing for Change: Addressing Anti-Black Racism Conference
Dates: February 27 & 28, 2025
Location: University of Calgary
The Faculty of Social Work’s Anti-Black Racism Task Force invites you to the Mobilizing for Change: Addressing Anti-Black Racism Conference. This two-day event will bring together scholars, activists, community members, and allies to explore actionable solutions and promote systemic change.
Event Highlights
Connect with leaders advancing racial equity and supporting Black excellence.
Learn from distinguished scholars and activists addressing anti-Black racism.
Discover Black-led organizations, businesses, and initiatives serving Black communities.
Interested in Showcasing Your Work?
Black-led organizations, businesses, or initiatives are encouraged to participate and showcase their contributions to Black communities.
Learn More & Register
Visit the event website: Mobilizing for Change
Upcoming Event: CIH Food Studies Interdisciplinary Research Group Seminar
Date: Monday, February 10, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (MDT)
Location: Hybrid (CIH Seminar Room & Zoom)
Registration: Click here to register
Seminar Title
Groups, their Typologies, and a Case for Self-Organization
Presenter: Andres Zambrano Moreno
Event Overview
Join the CIH Food Studies Interdisciplinary Research Group for an insightful seminar exploring how human groups form, organize, and act in the context of food autonomy, security, and socioecological relationships.
This talk will delve into:
Typologies of group formation, from top-down to bottom-up organization.
How collective values and goals emerge within groups.
Case studies involving grassroots collectives, food production, and ecology.
Key Discussion Questions
How do human groups with food autonomy or security goals operate within socioecological systems?
Are charity and solidarity distinct?
Should the present state reflect the intended future outcome (prefiguration)?
About the Presenter
Andres Zambrano Moreno is a PhD candidate in the Department of Anthropology and Archaeology at the University of Calgary. His research intersects individual and collective needs, sociopolitical and ecological organization, and the role of human technology in shaping these dynamics.
Suggested reading: "Economics and the Moral Order"
Don't miss this opportunity to engage in thought-provoking discussions about food systems and human self-organization!
Interactive Section
Enjoy this fun matching activity!
Enjoy some goofy jokes!
Diary of a Psych Student
Welcome to Diary of a Psych Student! This is a heartfelt informal supportive space where you can rant, scream, cry, and laugh about the issues and triumphs of being a psychology student here at the University of Calgary. Here you can write about what's on your mind whether it's related to your degree or career. Our team will then offer you a response in the next issue. Rest assured you will have a digital shoulder to either cry on, rant to, or celebrate with.
Too often we undervalue ourselves and we look around at our peers and think that they've got everything together. The goal is to create a digital supportive space where students can see that they are not alone in their struggles. We hope to foster a sense of community and reassurance. Remember it's okay to seek help and it's normal to face challenges.
But it’s not all about struggles—this column also celebrates the good news! Whether you’ve achieved a personal milestone, aced an exam, or found joy in a new hobby, we’d love to share and celebrate with you on your successes!
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Have a great winter semester!
Warmly,
Sabika Sami, Kaylie Fulwiler and Anna David
PSYCHS Communications Team