Left to Right: Carrie Conley (Secretary), Stephanie Strouse (Vice President), Andrew Powers (Psi Chi Liaison),
Nicole Mumford (President), Andrew Willhoit (Communications Director). Not pictured: Rachel Pendleton (Treasurer)

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Welcome to the Home of UNI's Psychology Club

This webpage is designed to answer your questions about UNI's very own Psychology Club, a student run organization dedicated to celebrating the world of psychology, on and off campus.

What is Psychology Club?

If you are considering Psychology (or any other social science), the Psychology Club is for you!

Besides taking the courses to get your degree, what else do you need to do to have a satisfying and successful career in Psychology? Lots! And much of what you need to know will never be mentioned in a Psychology class. Part of the mission of Psychology Club is informing students about needed career skills and opportunities, building a resume, and getting that first job!

One important activity is participating as a volunteer in community agencies that hire psychologists. Psychology Club can help you find the right experience that fits with your career plans.

Did you know about half of Psychology students go on for graduate training? Many careers in Psychology require an advanced degree, but getting in to grad school is competitive. Psychology Club can help you increase your chances of getting into the graduate program of your choice.

A degree is not a ticket to a satisfying career... find out what else you need to do!

What does Psychology Club do?

Psychology Club carries out several important activities during the year that benefit anyone interested in psychology:

Regular Meetings -- Members of Psychology Club meet once a month (starting Fall 2004) for meetings that include speakers and activities designed to increase the professional awareness and knowledge of Psychology majors. Along with public meetings, Psychology Club's officers meet once a month (starting Fall 2004) for executive meetings, designed to be the decision-making body of the organization. Meeting minutes are recorded for each meeting. Both members and officers of Psychology Club operate under specific bylaws designed for the organization.

Volunteering Opportunities -- Along with academic success, it's important to have a resume filled with volunteer experiences. The Psychology Club looks to inform students of the local volunteering opportunities by sharing some personal stories and ways in which to contact them. There will also be group volunteering activities throughout the year aimed at getting the entire club involved.

UNI's College of Social and Behavioral Sciences Student Research Conference -- Take advantage of many opportunities to get involved in research at UNI. This conference showcases student research. Browsing the research posters is a great way to find out what the possibilities are for your own project and to learn about new research. The day-long conference also includes speakers on topics of broad interest, and panel discussions, such as "Enhancing Your Undergraduate Career with Professional Experiences," "What Graduate School is Really Like," and "What Can I Do With a B.A. in a Social Science?", featuring current and former UNI students.

• 2005 CSBS Student Research Conference -- Information Page -- You can register for the conference at this website, as well as submit your presentations (oral or poster). This year's conference will be held on Saturday, April 23, 2005.
• 2004 Student CSBS Conference
  Photos from the 2004 UNI Undergraduate CSBS Conference
• 2003 Undergraduate CSBS Conference
  Photos from the 2003 UNI Undergraduate CSBS Conference

Psi Chi Initiation -- In the spring those eligible for Psi Chi membership are inducted in a simple but memorable ceremony. The purposes of Psi Chi are to encourage, stimulate, and maintain scholarship in psychology.

• Photos from the 2004 Psi Chi Initiation ceremony
• Photos from the 2003 Psi Chi Initiation ceremony

Graduate School Events -- After receiving a BA in Psychology, a majority of graduates continue their education, either immediately or after working. It is important for Psychology majors to know what courses to take, and what skills to develop, in order to gain entrance to the highly competitive world of graduate education. Don't wait till you are a junior to attend this event. Getting into the "graduate track" should start in the sophomore year.

• Photos from the 2004 UNI Graduation Ceremony
• Photos from the 2003 UNI Graduation Ceremony
  

How do I get involved?

Everyone is welcome at Psychology Club meetings. Meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month when classes are in session, at 3:00 p.m. in Sabin Hall 103, and are open to the public. Meeting topics are announced by flyers posted in Sabin Hall, periodic e-mails to the members list, and the Psychology Club website.

For more information check the Psychology Club bulletin board outside Sabin 102, or call 273-2051 or 273-2303.

Psychology Club is open to all interested students. Yearly dues are $5, and make checks payable to Psychology Club. You may pay any of the Psychology Club meetings, contact our Treasurer, or drop off your dues in the Psychology Office (Baker 334). The advantages of joining the club include reduced fees for activities, literature, and memorabilia, and participation in planning club activities.

Psychology Club and Psi Chi are sister organizations and hold common officers and activities. Psychology Club officers must be members of Psi Chi, the national honorary society in Psychology. Requirements for membership in Psi Chi include high grades and a minimum number of Psychology courses. Students usually apply for membership in their junior or senior year.