Fall 2018 POSTBACC IN PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE ORIENTATION People

Fall 2018 POST-BACC IN PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE ORIENTATION

People Dr. Zinger Director joanne. zinger@ uci. edu (951) 662 -3735 Fall OH: TBA (and by appointment) SBSG 4306 Katharine Kimura Dr. Dent Dmitry Tsukerman TBD ACCESS UCI Manager Associate Director Grad Student Program Assistant Office of Continuing amy. dent Assistant We will hire someone Education @uci. edu dtsukerm@ soon to help us with Katharine. kimura Fall OH: uci. edu administrative stuff (i. e. , @unx. uci. edu TBA (and by (562) 686 -7819 enrollment forms, GRE & appointment) Fall OH: TBA (and by travel reimbursements, SBSG 4542 appointment) etc. ) SBSG 4225

Our Post-Bacc Program Started Fall 2014 87 students have joined program Not counting you (Fall 2018 cohort)! 57 students (66%) have completed program 13 students (15%) are still enrolled in the program 16 students (14%) left the program prior to earning their certificate 3 students on leave of absence All 87 students (100%) have participated in research labs (at UCI or elsewhere) 16 students (18%) participated in a field study internship

Student Outcomes: Graduate Programs 44 students/alum (51%) applied to grad school so far 42 students (95%) have been accepted to at least one program

18 Students Accepted to Ph. D. Programs Arizona State University – Social Cornell University – Social Florida State University - Clinical North Carolina State – Developmental University of Minnesota – Social, Developmental Psychopathology & Clinical Science University of Missouri, Kansas City – Counseling Simon Fraser University – Clinical (Forensic emphasis) University of Nebraska, Lincoln – Clinical (Forensic emphasis); Counseling SUNY Buffalo – Counseling SUNY Hunter – Cognitive University of New Mexico - Cognition, Brain, & Behavior* University of Alabama - Clinical University of North Texas - Clinical University of California, Berkeley – Clinical, Cognitive Neuroscience University of California, Davis – Social University of California, Irvine - Affective Science*; Developmental (Psych & Law emphasis) University of California, Santa Barbara – Developmental; Social University of Illinois at Chicago – Clinical* University of Pittsburgh - Biological Psychology University of Southern California – Social Work (Ph. D. & MSW dual degree program) University of Southern Florida – Clinical University of Texas at Austin – Cognitive

5 Students Accepted to Psy. D. Programs Alliant International University California Lutheran University Pacific University (Neuropsychology track) University of Indianapolis Yeshiva University

18 Students Accepted to Master’s Programs Antioch University – Clinical (Latino Mental Health concentration) Arizona State University – Psychology (researchoriented) Boston College – Social Work California State University, Dominguez Hills – Psychology (research-oriented) California State University, Fullerton – Psychology (research-oriented)*, Business Administration California State University, Long Beach – Criminology*, School Psychology California State University, Northridge – Psychology (research-oriented) California State University, San Bernardino – Criminology California State University, San Luis Obispo – Counseling Psychology California State University, San Marcos – Psychology (research –oriented) Chapman University – School Psychology Claremont Graduate University – Social (research -oriented with a Program Evaluation concentration) Columbia University – International Educational Development CUNY Hunter College – Social Work Kansas State University – Industrial/Organizational Psychology New York University – Counseling, Psychology (research-oriented) Pepperdine University – Social Entrepreneurship and Change San Diego State – Public Health (with a concentration in Health Management & Policy) San Francisco State – Clinical; Psychology (research-oriented) Simmons College – Applied Behavioral Analysis University of California, Los Angeles – Social Work University of Kansas – Counseling University of Michigan – Social Work University of Oslo – Museology & Cultural Heritage* University of San Diego – Peace & Justice University of Southern California – Social Work University of Texas, San Antonio – Psychology (research-oriented)*

25 Alum/Former Students are working full-time jobs Account Manager (Microsoft Corp. ) Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator (Stanford University; NRC Research Institute) Literacy & Executive Functioning Coach for students with learning differences (private practice) Program Assistant – Research Oriented (USC Keck School of Medicine) Assistant General Manager (Equinox Fitness) Assistant Supervisor (Boy’s Republic) Program Manager (Ladera Sports Center) Clinical Research Coordinator (Paloma Medial Group) Rehabilitation Technician (River. Ridge Center for Brain Injury & Stroke) Director, Education/Daycare for 5 th & 6 th graders (local church) Educational Director (Educational summer program for children with autism) Research Assistant (UCLA – Psychology; UCI – Psychological Science; Business; Education) Research Manager (Ipsos) Human Resources Assistant Sales Representative (AT&T) Instructional Assistant (Rowland Unified School District) Teaching Assistant (John Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth Summer Program) Lab Manager (UCI – Education) Tier 2 Support Specialist (Broadbean) Legal Assistant (Gilson Daub; Lidman Law)

Fall 2018 Cohort (You)! 33 new students (selected from 72 applicants) Undergraduate Institutions UC Irvine (3 students) Antioch University, Brown University, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, Cal State Fullerton, Cal State San Bernardino, Duquesne University, James Madison University, John Hopkins University, Lander University, Loyola Marymount, Moody Bible Institute, Northwestern University, Portland State University, Sonoma State University, St. Francis Xavier University, St. John’s Colelge, Swathmore University, Tulane University, UC Berkeley, UC San Diego, UCLA (2 students), University of Nevada – Las Vegas, University of Notre Dame, University of San Francisco, University of Washington, USC (2 students), Vanderbilt, and Washington State University Undergraduate Majors Psychology (12 students) Accounting (2 students), American Literature, Art History, Civil Engineering, Economics, English (2 students), History, International Relations, Liberal Studies, Management (2 students), Modern Languages & Literatures, Performance, Philosophy (3 students), Political Science, Pre-Counseling, Public Health, All students are working in research labs

Program Requirements Complete 32 units (eight, 4 -unit courses) Your own pace (from 2 quarters to 8 quarters) Earn a grade of C or better in all courses Meet with me or Dr. Dent once per quarter Allowed to take more than 8 courses, if you want Pay per course…so taking more than 8 = more $$ Would make most sense if UG major was not psych A few students have done this (but not common)

Research Labs 10 hours/week in the lab Set up a schedule for the quarter Even if no dress code: avoid tank tops, shorts, etc. You will receive training Ensure a strong letter of recommendation Treat like a job Contact mentor ASAP if going to be late or absent Avoid personal emails, texts, other work while in lab Keep socializing with labmates to a minimum Ask about dress code Talk to us before quarter starts if need fewer hrs Letters are not given freely – they are earned Take initiative, follow through, be helpful Proactively contact, take on responsibility Be dependable, and conscientious Arrive early & stay late Complete tasks efficiently and accurately Adhere to the rules and regulations off the lab (including fulfilling time commitments) Demonstrate integrity and honesty during your time in the lab Complete CITI Human Subjects training (see handout)

Field Study Intern at a community organization 4 units = 10 hours/week Weekly or Bi-Weekly class meetings 10+ page paper with scholarly references Pass/no pass Apply at least one quarter in advance Previous post-bacc students Strongly recommended to attend info session Fall info sessions to be announced very soon The earlier the better! CSP Youth Shelter Fairview Developmental Center Hanmi Hope Korean Family Community Center National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence – Orange County NRC Research Institute Pathways Outreach Concern Shortstop UCI Campus & Resource Assault Education (CARE) Center UCI Department of Human Resources UCI Infant Toddler Center Yellowstone Recovery Center. Three students secured full-time, paid positions at their site after completing program

Research vs. Field Study Research 10 hours/week Possible weekly lab meeting Units are graded May have to write a paper Assigned to a research lab/professors as soon as you join program (Typically) On campus Work with UCI prof & grad student Help with conducting research projects; may result in presentations at the UROP conference or other professional conferences Virtually all post-bacc students participate in research every quarter they are in the program Field Study 10 hours/week Bi-weekly class meeting Units are pass/no pass Must write 10 -page paper Apply for internship one quarter in advance (after attending info session) from a list of pre-approved sites (Typically) Off campus Work for site supervisor (not a prof or grad student) Duties vary by placement – but typically involve working directly with clients, children, and/or community populations Makes most sense for those interested in applied psychology (clinical/counseling, I/O psych); typically intern for just one quarter at your field study site

ID’s, Library, & Parking Extension ID number starts with an “X” Signing up for a UCInet. ID Follow instructions in email from Katharine Library Two libraries: Langson Library & Science Library Using library databases (including Psyc. INFO) Books on reserve for courses Get a Library Card � Applications � Library cards are issued by the UCI Library Get a Parking Permit (if planning on driving) Parking permit is required at all times Can buy a permit at UCI Parking & Transportation Services � Tell the attendant you are an Concurrent Enrollment student – must buy in person � $74 per month or $222 per quarter � Bring course enrollment receipt or Student ID card to show that you are a Concurrent Enrollment student Can use metered parking spaces (or pay attendant, if available) http: //unex. uci. edu/resources/registration/parking/ Get a Student ID card (if desired) Purchase ID card ($10) at UCI Bookstore (“The Hill”) Bring a picture ID and your Extension ID number with you

Dining Options Au Bon Pain (next to SBSG) Student Center (outer circle – near Langson) Phoenix Grill (inner circle – near SSL) BC Tavern (inner circle – near science library) University Town Center (across the street) Starbucks (we have three!)

Monday Colloquium (“Brown Bag”) Most Mondays during the quarter Psychology researcher gives presentation Learn about current research, network 12: 00 pm to 1: 00 pm/1: 30 pm in SBSG 1517 Proper etiquette Arrive on time (if not early) No laptop or cell phone Ok to bring/eat lunch Light snacks (and sometimes lunch) are provided �Please arrive early if you are going to get food

Workshops Fall Quarter 2018 - Grad School Workshops (Dmitry) Quarterly Career Panels Grad Division Workshops Career Center Workshops For UC alum only �Need an “Alumni One Pass” �Lasts for 6 months – paid for by dept. �Let me know if/when you would like it activated Not a UC alum? �Let me know if you are very interested in a particular workshop �UCI Division of Continuing Education Career Counselor �Kirwan Rockefeller �Kirwan. Rockefeller@unx. uci. edu Other misc. talks and events I will email you about these opportunities Lots of emails – but please do read them all! Recommended to keep a folder to save important emails

UCI Email Sign up for a UCI email account http: //www. oit. uci. edu/email-calendar/start-students/ UCInet. ID@uci. edu Class emails will be sent to uci. edu address Check this (and all) addresses regularly! Strongly recommended to reply within 24 hours Reply to ALL messages (even if it is just to say, “Got it, thanks!”) � EXCEPTION: Group email that does not ask for a response Away from email for >48 hours? Put vacation msg May want to have uci email forwarded http: //www. oit. uci. edu/email-calendar/deliverypoint/ Changing address? Please let me know Make sure emails are professional Always include a greeting (e. g. , Hi Professor X) Include a signature with your full name Spell-check and proof-read before sending Avoid emoticons

Course Enrollment & EEE Website Fall Classes start on Thursday, September 27 th How to enroll? Signed ACCESS enrollment course for each course (I will give you this) Take form and payment over to Office of Continuing Ed (will take you there today) UG courses: 4 unit course = $1236, 3 units ~ $925, 2 units ~ $675, 1 unit ~ $400 Can pay with check or credit card When to enroll? Last Deadline = Friday of Week 2 (for Fall = Friday, October 12 th) Strongly recommended to apply before quarter starts (today for Fall, if possible) http: //unex. uci. edu/courses/access_uci/calendar. aspx After enrolled, courses show up on EEE and/or Canvas https: //eee. uci. edu and https: //canvas. eee. uci. edu/ Websites, gradebooks, quizzes, etc. If enrolling after quarters starts, talk to prof. to get access to website and/or syllabus Schedule of courses http: //websoc. reg. uci. edu/perl/Web. Soc Dates, times, locations – and sometimes course websites

Making a Good Impression Introduce yourself to your professors New post-bacc student Thank you for letting me add the class! Sit in the front row Take notes by hand (instead of laptop) Aim for perfect attendance If small seminar (only), tell prof if you need to miss class Keep phone away for entire class Also true for lab meetings, lab hours, etc. Respectful/formal language Call faculty members “Dr. ” or “Professor” � Only call by first name if they specifically tell you to Avoid “overly gendered” language (e. g. , girls, ladies) Complete evaluations at the end of the quarter Respect boundaries – profs & grad students are supervisors Friendships/romantic relationships with professors = inappropriate Romantic relationships with grad students = inappropriate Friendships with grad students = maybe OK, but let them initiate

Computer Labs SBSG 4200 and SE-1 306 (Social Ecology) Restricted to grad & post-bacc students only Login using your UCI email address & password Food & drinks are NOT allowed Printing cards �Start with $10 �See me or Dr. Dent for more cards http: //computing. soceco. uci. edu/tags/computer-labs Other labs on campus http: //www. oit. uci. edu/labs/drop-in/ Can pay at machine for printing credits

Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) UROP conference in May 18, 2019 Present a poster or talk Group or individual Strongly recommended Most post-bacc students present at UROP Looks really good on grad school applications Free and low pressure (friends & family) A really positive and fun experience! Talk to your research mentor early Not eligible for grant (“UROP Call for Proposals”), but eligible to present at conference (“UROP Call for Abstracts”)

Conference Travel Awards Reimbursement to travel to conferences Up to $500 to simply attend a conference Up to $1, 0000 to present at a conference Can only get reimbursed for up to two conferences 2018 -2019 conference handout Talk to your faculty mentors about this! “Early bird” registration deadlines to save $$ Applications to present typically due 4 -8 months before conference Previous students have presented at… Presented at the APS conference (in San Francisco this year) Presented at the American Psychology-Law Society Conference (in Seattle this year) Presented at the Anxiety and Depression conference (in Washington DC this year) Attended, Presented at the WPA conference (in Portland this year) Attended, Presented at the SPSP conference (in Atlanta this year) Attended, Presented at the Society for Behavioral Medicine conference (in New Orleans this year) Attended the American Neuropsychiatric Association conference (in Boston this year) Attended the Association for Applied Sports Psychology conference (in Orlando this year) Attended the APA conference (in San Francisco this year) Attended the Society for Research in Child Development conference (not happening this year) Must apply at least one month before conference Must attend while still in program to get reimbursed

Poster Printing Unlimited poster printing (paid by post-bacc program) As long as you are an author on the poster Can use for UROP or professional conferences Must follow poster procedures UCI Imageworks is the preferred option Fed. Ex Office (at UTC) is also possible Cannot paid with your own money/get reimbursed Plan ahead – especially for UROP!

GRE Course Reimbursement Get reimbursed up to $1, 000 for GRE course Apply at least 2 wks before paying for course Student in the past have used…. Magoosh (online program): $79 - $299 Kaplan (in person or self-paced online): $689 - $1179 Strive to Learning (tutoring): $1000 Princeton review (in person or live online): $812 - $948 UC Irvine (in person or online): $799 Cal State Long Beach (in person): $470 Kaplan & Princeton review often have discounts/coupons (get on their mailing list) Must purchase while still in program

Post-Bacc Website These slides and other stuff posted online https: //eee. uci. edu/17 f/54740 To find this website, google “UCI PSB postbacc, ” find our program website, go to “current students” page, and scroll down all the way to the bottom

Final Pieces of Advice…. Take advantage of all opportunities! Start thinking early about who could write you letters of recommendation Attend as many talks & workshops as you can Go to (or present) at a professional conference Present at UROP Take a GRE course Go to/do things your research mentor and/ or field study supervisor recommends Visit Dmitry during office hours in Fall 2016 (e. g. , when applying for grad school) Join the UCI PSB Post-Bacc facebook page Research mentor, small seminars, professors w/multiple courses with, me, Dr. Martin Ask professors AT LEAST one month (ideally 2 months) before deadline Ask BEFORE inputting their information into graduate applications For hard copy letter forms, complete top portion & sign before giving to professor Fill out as much as possible on these forms (hard copy and electronic) Would you be willing to write me a STRONG letter? (But don’t ask, “What will you write? ”) Get lots of feedback on your statement of purpose (Dmitry, me, advisor, letter writers) Ask lots of questions! Ask research/field study supervisors about their career Ask grad students/TA about their experiences Ask questions during workshops, office hours, etc.