Promote psychology by serving as a congressional fellow

APA is seeking applications for its 2005–2006 Congressional Fellowship Program, which sponsors up to six psychologists to serve as legislative assistants on the staffs of members of Congress or congressional committees for a one-year period beginning in September 2005.

The fellowship program encourages more effective use of scientific knowledge in government and broadens the perceptions of the research, practice and governmental communities about the value of psychology-government interaction. Activities may include conducting legislative or oversight work, assisting in congressional hearings and debates, and preparing speeches and briefing materials.

Prospective fellows must demonstrate competence in scientific or professional psychology and display sensitivity toward policy issues and strong interest in applying psychological knowledge to national issues. Special fellowships are available for psychologists with expertise in educational assessment and health and behavior issues, including HIV/AIDS.

To qualify, applicants must be U.S. citizens, APA members and hold doctoral-level degrees in psychology or a related field. A minimum of two years' postdoctoral experience is preferred.

The one-year appointment begins Sept. 1, 2005, and includes a stipend that ranges from $50,000 to $65,000, depending upon the recipient's years of postdoctoral experience. A supplement of up to $3,000 is available for relocation to the Washington, D.C., area and for travel expenses during the year. An additional monthly stipend of $350 is provided for health insurance and other fellowship-related expenses. Fellows will be selected in early 2005.

To apply, submit a curriculum vitae and three letters of reference specifically addressing abilities related to the fellowship. Include a 1,000-word personal statement that addresses your career goals, interest in the fellowship, potential contributions to the legislative process and what you want to learn from the experience.

Applications must be received by Jan. 3. Send materials to: APA Congressional Fellowship Program, Public Policy Office, at the APA address. For more information, visit www.apa.org/ppo/funding or contact the Public Policy Office at (202) 336-6062. APA is an equal opportunity employer.

APA's annual campaign seeks a few good students

APA has launched its annual campaign to promote student affiliation and student-oriented APA publications. APA sent undergraduate and graduate psychology departments posters and applications that describe the benefits of student affiliation, such as subscriptions to the Monitor, gradPSYCH and the American Psychologist, discounts on APA books and journals, and other information services.

If your psychology department has not received the mailing or would like to receive additional posters or applications, contact membership at the APA address; e-mail: Membership.

Faculty: Share APA membership benefits with your students

Faculty members can help inform psychology students about tailored APA products, services and membership benefits through APA's Department Volunteer Network (DVN). DVN connects students to APA through faculty volunteers in colleges and universities who provide students with association news, catalogs, program fact sheets and applications. To learn more or to join DVN, contact Membership Development at the APA address; e-mail: Membership Development.

Students: Plan now to present at APA's 2005 convention

The American Psychological Association of Graduate Students (APAGS) encourages students to present at APAGS-sponsored sessions during APA's 2005 Annual Convention in Washington, D.C., Aug. 18–21. To be considered as a presenter, students must submit materials to APA's Central Office by Dec. 3.

APAGS follows APA rules for submissions, so presenting through APAGS helps with preparation to present at APA or other such conferences in the future. Full details on the convention's submissions policies are available at www.apa.org/convention.

--M. GREER

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