Fall 2023 Events for Psychology Students & Faculty
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Student Focused Events (including Psi Chi Events) August-September *Wed. Aug. 30, 1:00-3:30pm - FSC 116, "Psychology Welcome Back Party" - celebrate with Psych Students & Faculty with snacks!*Thur. Aug. 31, 11:00-11:55am - CUB 121, "Mindfulness Series: Breath Counting" - guided mindfulness exercise organized by Toru Sato, Psychology Dept. - more info *Tues. Sept. 5, 7:00-9:00pm - Fountain in front of Old Main, "Old Main Fountain Lighting" - Recognize National Recovery Month (lighting at 8:30pm) - food, resources, music, & games -organized by the SU Connections AOD Program *Thur. Sept. 7, 6:00-8:30pm - CUB Orndorff Theater, "My Ascension" film and panel discussion about hope in the fight against teen suicide - event is free but requires registration at https://SuicidePreventionShip.eventbrite.com *Tues. Sept. 12, 5:00-6:00pm - FSC 030, "The Graduate School Application Process" - Presentation by Dr. Thomas Hatvany & Dr. Amber Norwood, Psychology Dept. Tues. Sept. 12, 6:30-7:30pm - FSC 226, "Psi Chi Members meeting" *Tues. Sept. 12, 7:00-8:30pm - CUB MPR A, "Narcan Training" - event organized by the SU Connections AOD Program *Thur. Sept. 14, 11:00-11:55am - CUB 121, "Mindfulness Series: Loving Friendliness" - guided mindfulness exercise organized by Toru Sato, Psychology Dept. - more info *Fri. Sept. 15, 3:00-4:00pm - Rail Trail, "Walk the Rail Trail with Toru" - meet at the entrance of the Spiritual Center parking lot - we will come back to campus by 4:00pm *Tues. Sept. 19, 3:30-4:15pm - Zoom event, "Therapy with Older Adults" - presentation by SU Alumni & Social Worker, Kenneth Smith - event organized by Social Work & Gerontology Dept. - e-mail Dr. Bourassa (dpbourassa@ship.edu) for Zoom link. *Wed. Sept. 20, 7:00-8:30pm - CUB MPR B, "Narcan Training" - event organized by the SU Connections AOD Program (same event as Sept. 14 - can only get credit for one of them) *Thur. Sept. 28, 11:00-11:55am - CUB 121, "Mindfulness Series: Body Scan" - guided mindfulness exercise organized by Toru Sato, Psychology Dept. - more info October *Mon. Oct. 2, 11:00am-2:00pm, CUB 121, "Home @ Ship" - Homesick? Miss your pets? - connect with others and meet therapy dogs.*Thur. Oct. 5, 1:00-4:00pm - ShipRec, "SU Job & Internship Fair" - for more info https://shorturl.at/ltuBI - meet organization representatives looking for employees & interns - for extra credit or Psi Chi credit, speak to at least one organization representative & submit a write up *Thur. Oct. 5, 3:30-4:30pm - FSC 030, "Psychology Internship Informational Session" - hosted by Dr. Kim Weikel, Psychology Dept. *Tues. Oct. 10, 5:00-7:30pm - Stewart Hall, "Glass Walls: Shattering the Six Gender Barriers Still Holding Women Back at Work!" - presentation & book signing by Dr. Amy Diehl & Dr. Leanne M. Dzubinski *Tues. Oct. 10, 6:00-7:00pm - FSC 226, "Graduate School Application Materials Preparation" - Presentation by Dr. Thomas Hatvany & Dr. Amber Norwood, Psychology Dept. Wed. Oct. 11, 6:30-7:00pm - FSC 226, "Psi Chi Members meeting" - Membership dues deadline *Wed. Oct. 11, 7:00-7:50pm - FSC 226, "Pumpkin painting/carving" - organized by Psi Chi & open to all SU students *Thur. Oct. 12, 11:00-11:55am - CUB 121, "Mindfulness Series: Gratitude" - guided mindfulness exercise organized by Toru Sato, Psychology Dept. - more info *Tues. Oct. 17, 7:00-8:00pm - Zoom event, "Masters in Applied Psychology Program at SU: Virtual Information Session" presentation by Dr. Thomas Hatvany, Psychology Dept - to register for free, go to https://bit.ly/3YkU5rp *Wed. Oct. 18, 4:00-6:00pm - CUB MPR A/B, "Love Your Body Day" - interactive event celebrating that all bodies are capable and beautiful organized by the SU PAGE Center- for extra credit or Psi Chi credit, visit at least two tables/performances or participate in at least one of the group activities & submit a write up *Sat. Oct. 21, 4:00-5:00pm - CUB MPR, "LSO Explosion: Food & Entertainment" - organized by the SU Latinx Student Organization & Multicultural Student Affairs *Tues. Oct. 24, 3:30-5:00pm - CUB Orndorff Theater, "Careers in the Helping Professions: A Panel Discussion" - panelists representing Applied Behavioral Analysis, Clinical Psychology, Counseling, School Psychology, and Social Work - organized by Dr. Amber Norwood, Psychology Dept. *Tues. Oct. 24, 6:00-7:30pm - FSC 226, "Psychology Book Club Discussion: The Midnight Library by Matt Haig (pp. 1-130)" organized by Dr. Amber Norwood, Psychology Dept. *Thur. Oct. 26, 11:00-11:55am - CUB 121, "Mindfulness Series: Processing Emotions" - guided mindfulness exercise organized by Toru Sato, Psychology Dept. - more info *Thur. Oct. 26, 3:30-4:45pm, FSC 226, "Career Chat: Use your strengths to find your place at Pennsylvania Counseling Services" - learn about career possibilities and connect with professionals in Counseling Services - presentation by Leah Hannah, Vice President of Development & Marketing, Pennsylvania Counseling Services *Mon. Oct. 30, 5:00-6:00pm, FSC 012, "Make Halloween Goodie bags and Demo Crafts" - preparation for the Halloweenie Roast for the next day - organized by Dr. Kathryn Potoczak, Psychology Dept. *Tues. Oct. 31, 11:00am-3:00pm, CUB Great Hall, "Fresh Check Day: interactive booths, resource tables, group activities, food, music, therapy dogs, & prizes" - for extra credit or Psi Chi credit, visit at least two tables/booths & submit a write up *Tues. Oct. 31, 1:00-2:00pm, CUB 121, "Mindfulness Meditation" - An SU Fresh Check Day event facilitated by Toru Sato, Psychology Dept. *Tues. Oct. 31, 3:30-6:00pm, Episcopal Square on Prince street, "Halloweenie Roast" - enjoy making crafts and dinner with Episcopal Square residents - organized by Dr. Kathryn Potoczak, Psychology Dept. November-December *Mon. Nov. 6, 11:00am-2:00pm, CUB 121, "Home @ Ship" - Homesick? Miss your pets? - connect with others and meet therapy dogs.*Tues. Nov. 7, 3:30-4:45pm - FSC 030, "Basic Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis Therapy & Introduction to Helping Hands Family - organized by Dr. Kathryn Potoczak, Psychology Dept. & Carissa Andrus, Helping Hands Family *Thur. Nov. 9, 11:00-11:55am - CUB 121, "Mindfulness Series: Forgiveness" - guided mindfulness exercise organized by Toru Sato, Psychology Dept. - more info *Thur. Nov. 9, 3:30-4:45pm - FSC 030, "I am the Evidence: Individuals who have lived experience with mental illness will discuss their struggles and their successes" - featuring the Mental Health Association of Franklin & Fulton Counties *Thur. Nov. 9, 6:30-7:45pm - DHC 051, "The Israel-Gaza Conflict: History and Politics Behind the Crisis" sponsored by the History/Philosophy and Political Science departments and the International Studies Program Mon.-Fri. Nov. 13 - 17, 10:00am-3:00pm - FSC 116 in front of Psych Lounge, "Psi Chi Clothing Drive: Donate gently used clothes for people in need" *Tues. Nov. 14, 6:00-7:00pm - FSC 226, "Graduate School Interview Process" - Presentation by Dr. Thomas Hatvany & Dr. Amber Norwood, Psychology Dept. *Thur. Nov. 16, 10:00am-2:00pm - CUB Great Hall, "Sexual Wellness Fair" - for extra credit or Psi Chi credit, visit at least two tables & submit a write up Thur. Nov. 16, 4:00-5:30pm - FSC 226, "Psi Chi Members meeting" - End of Semester Social will follow *Thur. Nov. 30, 6:00-7:30pm - FSC 226, "Psychology Book Club Discussion: The Midnight Library by Matt Haig (pp. 131-288)" organized by Dr. Amber Norwood, Psychology Dept. Thur. Dec. 7, 5:00-7:00pm - Reisner Hall 107, "Psychology Major Senior Send-off" - Only for Graduating Senior Psych Majors and their guests! Ongoing Events Tell Me Your Story - Talk to Toru Sato about your story as he listens mindfully and compassionately - for more info please see http://webspace.ship.edu/tosato/TellMeYourStory.htmlFaculty Events Tues. Aug. 29, 11:00am-12:15pm - FSC 120C, "Active Learning Strategies in the Classroom" brown bag discussion facilitated by Dr. Suzanne Morin, Dr. Kim Weikel, & Toru Sato, Dept. of PsychologyTues. Sept. 19, 11:00am-12:15pm - FSC 120C, "Cybersecurity Workshop" brown bag presentation by Greg Day, Director of Telecommunications, Networking and Infrastructure at Shippensburg University Tues. Oct. 31, 11:00am-12:15pm - FSC 120C, "AI and the Future of Higher Education" brown bag discussion facilitated by Toru Sato, Dept. of Psychology Tues. Dec. 5, 11:00am-12:15pm - FSC 120C, "Exploring the use of SONA system" brown bag discussion facilitated by Dr. Jamonn Campbell, Dept. of Psychology |
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- Events in PURPLE can be used to fulfill requirements for Psi Chi membership. Psi Chi members can also count events at https://www.ship.edu/events/ as Psi Chi events as long as you send a brief (one-paragraph) summary of the event to shippsichi@gmail.com to receive credit for your attendance. |
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