1. Psi Chi International Honor Society January 25 th, 2011

2. Kidcare International Food Bank Thank you to all of the members that attended!!! Great way to give back to the community. Also was a great way to bond and get to know other Psi Chi members. Will continue this in the future

3. ANGEL GUARDIAN PROVIDES LONG-TERM HOUSING FOR MOTHERS WITH DISABILITIES AND THEIR CHILDREN. Fun with Kids at Angel Guardian Wednesday, February 2 nd 7-8:30pm Located in Downtown LA, carpools will be arranged from campus *ONLY 4 VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED FOR THIS EVENT

4. Upcoming CPP Events Feb. 3 rd Psychology & Sociology Conference  The Psychology & Sociology department is holding a research conference on Feb. 3, from 10 to 5 p.m., in Ursa Major AB. The all- day conference will focus on emerging trends in research in sociology and psychology. Panelists come from universities around the country. The event is funded by CLASS and the Provost's Office. For more information, contact Mary Danico at mkydanico@csupomona.edu. mkydanico@csupomona.edu Feb. 22 nd Plagiarism Workshop  The University Library and the Judicial Affairs will host additional workshop sessions on plagiarism. The two sessions will be Feb. 3 and 22 at noon. Come and learn what plagiarism is, how to avoid it, the campus policies, and get answers to questions plagiarism. For more information and to sign up, visit www.csupomona.edu/~library/spotlight/2011/jan/jan3.html. www.csupomona.edu/~library/spotlight/2011/jan/jan3.html

5. Chocolate Fundraiser Fundraiser ends today  If you need more time and you know you can sell the chocolates-that’s fine.  Otherwise, hand in what you have left and we can have someone else help sell them.  Please give money to Sara after the announcements  If we sell all the chocolates-the club makes ~$800

6. T-shirts T-shirts are in We are pricing both the regular and V-necks at $20 See Sean and Sara to purchase your shirt after the announcements.

7. Psi Chi Bowling Night!!! $10 is all you need to come bowl with your friends for 2 hours, rental shoes included, AND pizza and drinks will be provided! The bowling festivities will begin promptly at 5:30pm this Friday the 28th! Don't miss out on the fun-- be PART of the PSI CHI experience! We hope to see everyone there!!!!! If you need a carpool, let one of the officers know and we can work something out. WHO: ALL PSI CHI MEMBERS. PSYCHOLOGY MEMBERS, AND FRIENDS! WHAT: PSI CHI Bowling Night WHERE: Oak Tree Lanes. 990 N. Diamond Bar Blvd., Diamond Bar, CA. at 5:30 pm

8. WPA Presentation

9. What is the WPA? WPA stands for “Western Psychological Association” It is a conference held every April (2011: April 28 th - May 1 st at the Wilshire Grand Hotel) The location changes every year.  WPA 2011 is in Los Angeles, California  WPA 2010 was in Cancun, Mexico  WPA 2009 was in Portland, Oregon  WPA 2008 was in Irvine, California  WPA 2007 was in Vancouver, BC, Canada

10. Why was the WPA created? The Western Psychological Association was founded in 1921 for the purpose of stimulating the exchange of scientific and professional ideas and, in so doing to enhance interest in the processes of research and scholarship in the behavioral sciences. Membership in the Western Psychological Association is open to both students and professionals who wish to support these goals and who would like to be a part of the network that we have created to further them.

11. Why Should I go to the WPA? If you are interested in Psychology, there will be a session for you! Attending a conference can expose you to what the field of Psychology has to offer. Influential Psychologists attend and present at the WPA. Last year the big name Psychologist was Dr. Philip Zimbardo (Mr. Psychology). Dr. Mio is the WPA President this year! Start networking now for graduate school.

12. Tips for attending Attend the conference sessions. Dress and act in a professional manner. Register early, if possible. Arrive early for sessions you plan to attend and do not leave early. Try to meet new people. Print free business/information cards at vistaprint.com – do this asap.

13. How much does it cost? If you register BEFORE March 15 th … There is a $30 fee to become a student member. Student registration for the conference is $35 for members. ($65 total) Nonmember registration for the conference is $75. After March 15 th, you must register on-site, and it will be an additional $15 in all categories.

14. What to expect Convention activities:  Hospitality suite  Invited Program  Poster session  Invited Symposium  Paper session  Exhibitors  WPA Receptions  Special Events Dress code  There is no formal dress code. However, all students are expected to dress professionally. Although some activities are listed as “invited”, they are open to everyone. Invited means that the speakers for those sessions were invited to speak rather than having submitted their research like everyone else.

15. What to expect cont. Everyone receives a conference program of all of the presentations and poster sessions. We will also be creating a list just for our members of all of the professors and students who will be presenting at WPA from CPP.  This is a great way to show your support for fellow Psi Chi members and your professors.  This is also a great way to see what kind of research your professors are doing and perhaps become interested enough to join their research labs when positions are available.

16. WPA Presidents 2009, 2011, 2012, and 2010

17. Questions?