terri conley, associate professor (conleyt@umich)
DESCRIPTION
Terri Conley, Associate Professor ([email protected]). Dedicated to Success. Complete the PhD degree: 91% Average Time to PhD: 5.5 years First position is Academic: 81% Postdoctoral Fellow: 55% Tenure Track: 20% Other University: 6% Government/Non-Profit/Private Sector: 10%. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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Terri Conley, Associate Professor ([email protected])
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Dedicated to Success
• Complete the PhD degree: 91%• Average Time to PhD: 5.5 years• First position is Academic: 81%
– Postdoctoral Fellow: 55%– Tenure Track: 20%– Other University: 6%– Government/Non-Profit/Private Sector: 10%
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Dedicated to Research Breadth
• African American Racial Identity• Competition and Group Size• How Siblings Shape and Annoy Us• The Multitasking Brain • How Fear Flows through the Mind• The East-West Divide in Cognition• Effects of Violence on Children• Incivility in the Workplace• How Liking Turns to Wanting• Media and Sexual Socialization• Women in Science Fields• Cross-training your Brain• Why Stress Triggers Binge Eating
• Genetics in Face & Place Recognition• How Spanking Hatches Bullies• Conversation Boosts Brain Power• Estrogen and the Allure of Vices• “Dirty” Hands and Mouths• With Age Comes Wisdom• What Makes Life Worth Living• What Motivates Kids in School• Managing Bicultural Identities• Minority Attitudes Toward Whites• Racial Discrimination in School• How Drug Abuse Changes the Brain• How Sex Changes our Hormones
We are committed to fostering research across subfields of psychology and across disciplines!
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Dedicated to Diversity:Ranked #1 in the Nation in Support and Placement of Diverse Students
•Out of 81 faculty…• 26% are faculty of color• 47% are women
•Out of 197 graduate students…• 40% are ethnic minority or international students• 73% are women
•Graduate student organizations• Asian American Psych Student Association (APSA)• Black Student Psych Association (BSPA)• Latino/a Student Psych Association (LSPA)• Students of Color of Rackham (SCOR)
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Program Areas Biopsychology Clinical Cognition & Cognitive Neuroscience Developmental Personality & Social Contexts Social Education & Psychology Social Work & Psychology Women’s Studies & Psychology
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• Ranked #1 Behavioral Neuroscience program in psychology
• Research at the interface of behavior, biology, and evolutionary theory
• Tracks: Brain and Behavior; Evolution of Behavior
Learning
Attention
Reward
MotivationSex
Behavior
Social Behavior
Physiology
In the Lab
and Field
Biopsychology
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Clinical Psychology– APA-accredited, Clinical Science program– Prepare students for academic/research careers– Train students in clinical practice (prevention,
assessment, case conceptualization, & intervention) to inform their clinical research
Assessment
Treatment
Prevention
Psycho-pathology
Neuro-developmental disorders
Minority mental health
Cultural competence
– APA Suinn Award: excellence in the recruitment, retention and graduation of ethnic minority students
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• Research interests in all areas of human cognitive psychology and cognitive neuroscience
• Develop skills in mathematics, statistics, neuroscience, artificial intelligence & psychology
Performance
Sensation
Perception
Language
ThinkingProblem Solving
Decision Making
Judgment
Categorization
Learning
Memory
Attention
Motor Control
Cognition & Cognitive Neuroscience
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Developmental Psychology
• #1 ranked Developmental Psychology program in the nation
• The study of social and cognitive change from infancy to old age
• Lifespan Development– Development in context (schools,
families, neighborhoods)– Risk and resilience– Normative development
Cognitive DevelopmentSocial DevelopmentLanguageFamilyMediaNeurosciencePovertyEthnicity GenderMotivationTheory of Mind
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Personality & Social Contexts• Highly unique program: Blend of Applied Social,
Organizational, Personality, & Community Psychology
• Focused on the interplay of individual differences and social contexts
• Training in a wide range of diverse & innovative methods
Power
IdentityOppression
Culture
Diversity
Body Image
Stigma
Sexuality
Emotion
Work
School
Gender
Race
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Social Psychology
• Top-ranked Social Psych program in US• The study of social behavior• The relations between people and groups
– How thoughts, feelings and behaviors are influenced by other people
Violence
Culture & Cognition
Decision Making
Emotion
Evolution
Group Processes
Law
Identity
Prejudice
Self
Social Cognition
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• Apply psychological theory to educational issues
• Faculty from the School of Education and Psychology
Motivation
Achievement
Learning
Pedagogy
Cognitive Development
Social Development
Self-Regulation
Self-Concept
Racial Identity
School Climate
Combined Program in Education and
Psychology (CPEP)
•Four broad research themes:•Human Development in Context•Cognitive and Learning Sciences•Motivation and Self-Regulated Learning•Resilience and Development
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Joint Program in Social Work &
Psychology• First program of its kind• Focus: social problems, social change, social
interventions, and social welfare• Joint degree in any area of psychology• Graduates are highly recruited & well-placed in
academic jobs
Poverty
Mental Health
Gerontology
Youth Engagement
Policy
Prevention
Intervention
Law
Child Welfare
LGBT Youth
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• First program of its kind
• Joint PhD in Psychology & Women’s Studies
• Area of Psych: Personality & Social Contexts
• Apply women’s studies theories and methods to psychological research topics
• Graduates are well-placed in academic jobs
Psychology and Women’s Studies
Gender, race, and class
Violence against women
Sexuality
Gender harassment
Anti-LGBQ prejudice
Sex hormones
Gender in adolescence
Gender in the media
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My Research Interrogating Monogamy
Are non-monogamous relationships healthy? Does (ostensible) monogamy actually prevent the
spread of STIs?
Gender Difference in Sexuality OR Do Women Actually Like Sex Less?
Why do women like casual sex less than men? Why do women fantasize about submission more
than men? Why do women report less desire than men?
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The Funding PlanFive Years Fully Funded:
Tuition – fully covered Health insurance – fully covered Stipend – over $100K over 5 years
Five semesters of teaching (as a TA) Five semesters of research fellowship Four summers of funding included
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Retention
a n overal l retenti on ra t e o f 91% fo r s t u d e nt s
who began in the Fall 2000 through Fall 2003
The Michigan Psychology graduate program has
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Some Links
• Psychology Department:– http://www.lsa.umich.edu/psych/grad/progr
am/
• Psychology Diversity:– http://www.lsa.umich.edu/psych/diversity/
• Summer Research Opportunity Program:– http://www.rackham.umich.edu/student_life
/diversity/community/srop/
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Applying to Graduate School
in Psychology Terri Conley
UM Recruitment Workshop
October 14, 2013
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Is Grad School Right for You?(AKA: a realistic look at life in grad school)
PhD Programs Average 5-6 years (can take between 4-8 years!)
Can you commit to that right now? Intense! Full time job!
Are you sure you love love LOVE this type of research? Usually requires you to teach (TA/GSI)
Are you comfortable with public speaking? Usually fully funded (do not pay for your PhD)
However, doesn’t pay well and often not allowed to work elsewhere Are you ok with making little money for now?
Masters Programs Average 2 years (can take between 1-3 years) Usually have to pay Tuition, teaching, workload varies
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Apply Now or Later? (or at all?)
High GRE?
High GPA?
Lots of Research
Experience?
Idea ofwhat
to study?
LifeExperience?
ApplyNow!
yes yes yes yes yes
considerretakingthe test
andre-applying
no
consider a full-time research job or Master’s program
o develop or solidify your interests
no no no no
This may be yourlast good chanceto do somethinginteresting that
you always wanted to try out
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Gaining Research Experience Undergraduate Research Experience
Research Assistant Any research experience is good research experience Builds skills and discipline. Is it really what you want to do?
Do an undergraduate thesis if possible
Summer research internships (before your sophomore or jr year) Ask professors for any opportunities they may know of Don’t be afraid to go to another part of the country!
Research Post-Undergrad Lab manager positions Paid vs. Volunteer Ask around!!!
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The GRE Computer-based, adaptive, LEARNABLE
Study 1-3 months Get books: Kaplan (practice) Princeton Review (tricks) Take LOTS of practice exams
GRE Importance varies Some schools/departments have cut offs, others don’t.
Check websites, ask people (don’t let it deter you) My department doesn’t weigh GREs heavily
Not doing poorly is more important than doing really well Psychology GRE is less important (UM doesn’t require
it!)
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Research Tips
Know what research you want to do BEFORE applying to grad school Admissions look for clear research plans Do NOT want to try to decide in grad school -- NOT the time to
decide on research
What drives you? What interests you about psychology? **What would you learn more about on your own even if NO ONE made you read it? – Study that!
Build bridges and maintain the bridges Your professors have connections, research opportunities,
experience. Talk to them!
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Letters of Recommendation How Many?
Three. At least 2 academic letters. Preferably least 1 research related. How to ask
Ask profs/grad students who know you well (plan ahead) * STRONG * letter of rec. for grad school Give them an out (“I understand if you’re too busy..”)
When to ask Early! (+1 month); Right after course/research assistantship Send reminders as deadlines approach
What to give Any and all materials
CVs, personal statements, writing samples, info about programs Tell them how they can help you!!
Learning disability? Great class research project? Envelopes, stamps, addresses, forms, timelines
Keep them organized, make it easySay thank you!!!
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Application Checklist
Statement of Purpose Transcripts (all) Letters of Recommendation GRE score reports University application form Departmental application form (occasionally) Curriculum Vitae, or c.v. (usually optional) Writing sample (usually optional)
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Timeline
Summer Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr
Research grad schools and advisors
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Timeline
Summer Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr
Research grad schools and advisors
Study for and take the GRE
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Timeline
Summer Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr
Research grad schools and advisors
Study for and take the GRE
Organize applications with a spreadsheet
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Timeline
Summer Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr
Research grad schools and advisors
Study for and take the GRE
Organize applications with a spreadsheet
Start statement of purpose
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Timeline
Summer Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr
Research grad schools and advisors
Study for and take the GRE
Organize applications with a spreadsheet
Start statement of purpose
Ask for letters of recommendation
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Timeline
Summer Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr
Research grad schools and advisors
Study for and take the GRE
Organize applications with a spreadsheet
Start statement of purpose
Ask for letters of recommendation
Contact potential advisors
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Timeline
Summer Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr
Research grad schools and advisors
Study for and take the GRE
Organize applications with a spreadsheet
Start statement of purpose
Ask for letters of recommendation
Contact potential advisors
Finalize your list
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Timeline
Summer Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr
Research grad schools and advisors
Study for and take the GRE
Organize applications with a spreadsheet
Start statement of purpose
Ask for letters of recommendation
Contact potential advisers
Finalize your list
Send GRE reports, transcripts, etc
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Timeline
Summer Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr
Research grad schools and advisors
Study for and take the GRE
Organize applications with a spreadsheet
Start statement of purpose
Ask for letters of recommendation
Contact potential advisors
Finalize your list
Send GRE reports, transcripts, etc
Remind LORwriters
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Timeline
Summer Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr
Research grad schools and advisors
Study for and take the GRE
Organize applications with a spreadsheet
Start statement of purpose
Ask for letters of recommendation
Contact potential advisors
Finalize your list
Send GRE reports, transcripts, etc
Remind LORwriters
Finish SOP, C.V.
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Timeline
Summer Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr
Research grad schools and advisors
Study for and take the GRE
Organize applications with a spreadsheet
Start statement of purpose
Ask for letters of recommendation
Contact potential advisors
Finalize your list
Send GRE reports, transcripts, etc
Remind LORwriters
Finish SOP, C.V.
Submit applications!
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Timeline
Summer Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr
Research grad schools and advisors
Study for and take the GRE
Organize applications with a spreadsheet
Start statement of purpose
Ask for letters of recommendation
Contact potential advisors
Finalize your list
Send GRE reports, transcripts, etc
Remind LORwriters
Finish SOP, C.V.
Submit applications!
Verify applications are complete
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Timeline
Summer Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr
Research grad schools and advisors
Study for and take the GRE
Organize applications with a spreadsheet
Start statement of purpose
Ask for letters of recommendation
Contact potential advisors
Finalize your list
Send GRE reports, transcripts, etc
Remind LORwriters
Finish SOP, C.V.
Submit applications!
Verify applications are complete
Begin to hear good news
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Timeline
Summer Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr
Research grad schools and advisors
Study for and take the GRE
Organize applications with a spreadsheet
Start statement of purpose
Ask for letters of recommendation
Contact potential advisors
Finalize your list
Send GRE reports, transcripts, etc
Remind LORwriters
Finish SOP, C.V.
Submit applications!
Verify applications are complete
Begin to hear good news
Begin to travel
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Timeline
Summer Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr
Research grad schools and advisors
Study for and take the GRE
Organize applications with a spreadsheet
Start statement of purpose
Ask for letters of recommendation
Contact potential advisors
Finalize your list
Send GRE reports, transcripts, etc
Remind LORwriters
Finish SOP, C.V.
Submit applications!
Verify applications are complete
Begin to hear good news
Begin to travel
End of good news; begin to hear bad news
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Timeline
Summer Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr
Research grad schools and advisors
Study for and take the GRE
Organize applications with a spreadsheet
Start statement of purpose
Ask for letters of recommendation
Contact potential advisors
Finalize your list
Send GRE reports, transcripts, etc
Remind LORwriters
Finish SOP, C.V.
Submit applications!
Verify applications are complete
Begin to hear good news
Begin to travel
All final decisions by Apr 15
End of good news; begin to hear bad news
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Researching Programs
Make LONG list of schools (~40) Look at rankings of programs; journal articles; ask profs Research each school on your list (websites)
What to look for Faculty research interests on dept. website Recent faculty pubs Lab websites Ph.D. requirements, feel of program
Email/contact possible schools for more info!! Potential professors Current graduate students
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Email to facultyDear Dr. _____,
Hello, my name is_____. I am a senior at _____(or graduated from ___on MONTH/YEAR) and I am planning to apply to the University of ________ Program in _____________Psychology for possible entry in fall 2008. Thus my reason for emailing you.
I have read about the areas of research you work on. I am broadly interested in issues relating to the academic achievement of students of color. More specifically, I am interested in ways in which students of color define and understand their racial identities and how this relates to how they come to challenge stereotypes and perceptions of them in relation to academics, in predominantly white campuses. I believe my research interests intersect quite well with your current work.
I was wondering whether you would be taking on students for fall 2018. This way, I will know whether to mention you as one of the possible faculty that I am interested in working with if I were to be accepted to the program.
If you could answer this question for me, it would be greatly appreciated. Please feel free to let me know of any other suggestions you might have. Thank you for your time.
Enclosed you will find my curriculm vita.
Sincerely,
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Where to apply?
Find programs with the best FIT Faculty with similar research interests Positive contact with professors Meet criteria (GRE scores, statistics background) * Two or more potential advisors HUGE plus*
Should have a few safety schools, a few reach schools, a few in between (~7+)
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Writing Statements
Research & Personal Statements (AKA “statement of purpose”) Most important part of application! Varies by school – FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS Revise/have advisor/GSI read it Tailor statements to each school Emphasize research experience & interests Talk explicitly about who you want to work with (name
faculty) Be as detailed as possible about what you want to
research (PROPOSE AN ACTUAL PROJECT!)
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Statement of Purpose Possible Structure
How Psych excites you; background/preparation Specific interests; Research experience Plans for grad school; Plans beyond grad school Why this school in particular (including faculty)
Tips Explain how grad school is the next logical step Avoid cliches (do not say you’ve always been curious!) Show, don’t tell (do not be arrogant) Be concise (people read LOTS of these) Be careful (think of your reader!) Include the future
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Addendum to Application
To the Admissions Committee:
I am writing this letter to ask the admissions committee to take into consideration my documented learning disabilities as they consider my application. I was given diagnoses of documented learning disabilities on Data and Year (type of disability). I believe my GRE scores are not an accurate representation of my true abilities and potential as a student. I would note that my SAT and ACT scores (specify score if relevant) did not accurately predict how successful I could be as a college student. I have learned how to use compensatory techniques while taking exams and completing academic coursework, earning a ___GPA for my last two years. In sum, I believe that my intellectual curiosity and dedication are not accurately portrayed through my test scores and overall GPA. Thank you for taking this letter into consideration.
Sincerely,
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Decisions
Overrated factors Underrated factors
Prestige of University
Prestige of Faculty Advisor
Absolute Stipend
Location (fun/city)
The Visit
It’s where you got in
Research Match
Personality of Faculty Advisor
Other Students
Departmental Collaborations
Departmental / Lab Money
Taking time off
Be nice: Don’t hang on to multiple offers for long!
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Terri Conley, Associate Professor ([email protected])