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PSYCHS September Newsletter 2024!
Anna David, Kaylie Fulwiler, Mania Nezhati & Sabika Sami
September 08, 2024
Hello, fellow students!
We’re so happy to see you back for another fantastic year, and a warm welcome to all the newcomers! We hope you’re ready for another exciting journey. Don’t stress – as a psych major you won’t you lose your mind (well, not too much)!
First, let us introduce ourselves – we are PSYCHS, the Psychology Undergraduate Student Association, and we’re here for you! We know that being a student can be challenging, whether it’s dealing with a lack of friends, limited resources, or stress about your future career. We understand these struggles and want to help in any way we can. Our goal is to ensure you make the most of all the resources available to you, both academically and socially.
As a psychology student, joining PSYCHS is a fantastic opportunity to broaden your network and make lasting friendships through our social events. On top of that, you’ll have plenty of chances to polish your résumé with the many exciting academic opportunities we offer. And guess what? PSYCHS isn’t just for psychology students – anyone can join! Our mission is to guide you through this university journey without needing a therapy session (well, maybe just one)!
We send out this monthly newsletter to keep you updated on events, opportunities, and fun extras like comics, puzzles, fun-facts and an advice column. Be sure to tune in for it all!
As we dive into another fun and productive fall semester, you can count on PSYCHS to continue supporting your undergraduate journey. We’re a creative and passionate team, and this semester, we’re focused on getting to know you better, hearing what you want more of, and ensuring the well-being of all our members.
Wishing you a successful and fun fall semester – here’s to a great year ahead!
Happy September,
The PSYCHS Team
What's in This Months Issue?
Now, let’s introduce our executive team!
Take a moment to meet the faces behind PSYCHS.
Events
PSYCHS Club Meet and Greet
Monday, September 23rd, 6-8 PM
Location: Arts Lounge
We are excited to announce our first event of the semester - a Meet and Greet on Monday, September 23rd, from 6 PM to 8 PM at the Arts Lounge. The event will include getting to know about PSYCHS Club and executive team and lots of fun activities like Bingo, speed friending, etc. Also, before leaving, everyone will have the chance to create their own treat bag as a fun take-home gift.
This is a great opportunity to meet fellow psychology students and kick off the semester with some fun activities. We’re looking forward to seeing you there! If you have any questions or need more information, feel free to reach out to us.
Collaborative Practice Webinar for Future Professionals!
Thursday, October 24, 2024, 12-1 PM
Location: Online (Webinar link to follow)
Are you a student in sociology, psychology, business, social work, or law? Or are you someone who is thinking about pursuing one of these fields in the future? Curious about how professionals from law, business, social work, and psychology collaborate in real-world practice?
Join us for a Collaborative Practice Webinar where lawyers, financial experts, and mental health professionals will introduce the world of collaborative practice. They will discuss their respective roles and how they work together in collaborative practice to resolve conflicts in family law settings.
The goal is to provide insight into how these different professions collaborate, and how students from each discipline can potentially enter this field.
This event is a great opportunity to connect with real-world professionals, build your network, and gain valuable insights for your future career. Please fill out this form if you are interested: Collaborative Practice Webinar for Future Professionals!
We look forward to seeing you there!
Ivey Business School’s Women in Asset Management (WAM) Program
Are you a second-year undergraduate woman interested in entering the world of asset management? Here’s a unique opportunity to gain invaluable skills and hands-on experience to help you launch a successful career in this exciting field!
Ivey Business School’s Women in Asset Management (WAM) program offers a fully-funded summer experience designed for second-year undergraduate women from any field of study. It provides an opportunity to explore a career in asset management through a comprehensive four-week classroom experience, followed by a 10–12 week paid internship at a leading Canadian asset management firm.
The program’s in-class learning focuses on technical skills, industry knowledge, and career success strategies, setting you up to thrive in the asset management sector. The paid internship offers hands-on experience at firms like banks, pension funds, and hedge funds across Canada, providing mentoring, networking opportunities, and insight into the asset management world.
Key Details:
Pre-Program Weekend: Gain a sneak peek into the curriculum with a two-day virtual or in-person session.
Diverse Cohort: Join a community of like-minded women from Canadian universities, bringing a range of perspectives and experiences.
Free Tuition: The program is tuition-free, covering course materials, accommodations for May, select meals, and networking events, all supported by corporate sponsors.
We additionally have four virtual information sessions open to anyone who has interest in the program:
Wednesday, October 9, 2024 - 7-8 p.m EST
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 - 7-8 p.m EST
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 7-8 p.m EST
Wednesday, December 11, 2024 - 7-8 p.m EST
You can register for the information session here: https://www.ivey.uwo.ca/wam/events
This is your chance to embark on an exciting career path, develop essential skills, and connect with industry professionals. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to break into a field that’s looking for new voices and diverse leadership.
Applications open on October 1st, 2024, until then students can directly apply on the website: Ivey's Women in Asset Management.
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Interactive Section
In this newsletter we’re excited to bring you a series of interactive challenges designed to test your knowledge and keep your mind sharp. Dive into our word search to discover key terms related to this month's theme, tackle the crossword puzzle to solve clues and expand your vocabulary, and put your trivia skills to the test with questions that challenge you!
Enjoy the September Crossword!
Enjoy the September Word Search!
Enjoy the September Trivia Questions!
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!
How it works:
Follow the link below and please write whatever is on your mind or what you wish to share. Remember that your name will not be recorded with your responses. Please be respectful!
Our team will then pick 1 entry to respond to.
Your entry and our response will then be published in the next newsletter.
While we hope to offer support and community, please remember that this column is not a replacement for professional counselling or mental health services. We encourage seeking out professional help for serious issues. Please check out the Wellness services offered at UofC.
Best,
PSYCHS Communications Team
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As we step into a new season of learning and growth, we hope September brings you all new insights and opportunities. Lets ace this year together!
Warmly,
Sabika Sami, Kaylie Fulwiler, Anna David, and Mania Nezhati
PSYCHS Communications Team