2019 NSERC Undergraduate Student Research Awards (USRAs)

The Dept. of Psychology departmental deadline for NSERC USRA applications is *Tuesday February 26th, 2019* (note the revised date from the 25th, as office will be closed on the 25th). Students apply via the NSERC website. Applications must then be printed and submitted to the Undergraduate Administrator in Sid Smith, room 4014 along with an official UofT transcript and the student/supervisor certificate form. Please see the following website for more information, as well as the attached: http://home.psych.utoronto.ca/undergraduate/awards.htm Dept. of Psychology Rules for NSERC Applications: -We will not accept applications from students at other universities -We will not accept applications from […]

Psychology ‘Hackathon’ Event Survey

A few graduate students in the Psychology Department are planning a Hackathon for the end of the semester. To help plan this event, we hope that you will answer a super short survey! Here is the link to the survey: https://goo.gl/forms/5j3822dPJzeRwYNn2 For more details regarding the event: Computer programming skills are becoming increasingly more important when applying to graduate programs, and are necessary for answering contemporary research questions. On a broader scale, programming allows people to take new perspectives when problem solving and opens up new opportunities in terms of personal growth, employment, and digital literacy. A “Hackathon” is an […]

All-paid summer school program in Vision Sciences

York CVR-VISTA Vision Science Summer School – June 3 – 7, 2019 The Centre for Vision Research (CVR) at York University in Toronto offers a one-week, all expenses-paid undergraduate summer school on vision science. The program includes talks by CVR faculty on current research topics in vision science, as well as hands-on experience in CVR laboratories. The curriculum reflects the wide range of research areas at CVR, which includes research on human visual perception, computer vision, machine learning, visual neuroscience, 3D film, immersive environments, and disorders of vision. The program is designed for undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing […]

CPA Section for Women and Psychology Student Paper and Travel Awards – Call for Applications

SWAP Student Awards: Student Paper Award and Travel Bursary The Section for Women and Psychology (SWAP) of the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) offers awards for research by students in areas of particular relevance to women or feminism. To be eligible for an award, students must be presenting their work at the 2019 CPA Convention. Submissions may be in English or French. SUBMISSION DEADLINE: April 8, 2019. Student Paper Award: $500 Travel Bursaries: $250 For information and to apply, please go to: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/67X9ZGH Please contact Dr. Sara Crann (scrann@uwindsor.ca) with inquiries.

Register Now – Your Next Steps Conference

Over 150 alumni and professionals will be on hand to share their words of wisdom and career advice at the 2019 Next Steps Conference: https://alumni.artsci.utoronto.ca/next-steps/ Your Next Steps conference is part career exploration, part preparation for life after graduation, and a great way to build your professional network. With a variety of speakers, an inspiring keynote to be delivered by Samra Zafar (HBSc 2013; MA 2014), career exploration and industry panels, and networking opportunities, Next Steps lets you explore career options you didn’t know you had. Your Next Steps Conference can change the way you look at your career. Learn […]

Register Now – Your Next Steps Conference

Over 150 alumni and professionals will be on hand to share their words of wisdom and career advice at the 2019 Next Steps Conference: https://alumni.artsci.utoronto.ca/next-steps/ Your Next Steps conference is part career exploration, part preparation for life after graduation, and a great way to build your professional network. With a variety of speakers, an inspiring keynote to be delivered by Samra Zafar (HBSc 2013; MA 2014), career exploration and industry panels, and networking opportunities, Next Steps lets you explore career options you didn’t know you had. Your Next Steps Conference can change the way you look at your career. Learn […]

Exclusive Invitation for Psychology Students

Information is everywhere; experts are few – hence, the Masters of Information degree is highly valued by today’s employers. If you are a University of Toronto Student interested in the Master of Information program and have a GPA of A- or above, you are invited to an exclusive “Double Blue” Information event on Saturday, January 12th to be eligible to ‘fast track’ the admissions review process. iSchool Information programs examine the interactions between people, information and digital technologies to answer the pressing information questions of our time. We educate professionals who will ensure information’s continuity, usability, reliability, and accessibility, now […]

Networking Opportunity!!

The networking event you didn’t know you needed! Come out for the opportunity to meet industry professionals and researchers bridging fields in the sciences and arts like never before  (Snacks + Good times provided ) Special Attendees Include: Dr. Steve Prescott Dr. Joyce Poon Dr. Robert Chen Mobio Interactive And more! For more information, visit their Facebook event page here.

PSA Semi-Formal

Not just a night of black and white, but one for the ages. Come join the APSS, USSU, and the PSA at the grandest semi-formal on November 22nd from 7-10pm! This event packages the wonders of free food, music, a photo booth, and overall good times all into one night. Whats more? Entry is free! However, registration is required, please see the eventbrite link on our Facebook page to register. We also offer compelling prizes, such as gift cards and movie vouchers, so come for our prizes, and stay for the fun! https://www.facebook.com/events/2261563694063216/