Slattery is secretary, Division 31: State, Provincial, and Territorial Psychological Association Affairs.
I joined Division 31 because, as president of Pennsylvania Psychological Association (PPA), I wanted to know what other states were doing to address the pressing issues that many state, provincial, and territorial associations (SPTA) are facing now.
I’m a newbie, so am learning on the job. This is my third year as a Division 31 member.
I was coming off from my year as president of PPA, and there was a call for volunteers. I had more free time at that point, knew that I like serving in ways that can make a difference, and that nominations committees have a difficult time filling their slate. I didn’t expect to be elected.
I’ve gained good colleagues, a stronger and wider view of the issues facing psychology and SPTAs throughout the country, and an up-to-date knowledge of the changes that psychology is going through now.
I primarily identify as a professor of undergraduate students, so spend a considerable amount of my day teaching, preparing to teach, advising students, and because I’m part of my department’s leadership team, in meetings.
I have been inspired by and mentored by my students and by many colleagues at my university and in PPA, especially Linda Knauss, Sam Knapp, and Crystal Park.
Volunteer. It’s worth it on so many levels.
Reading, talking to people, believing I’m making a difference. Looking for a recommendation on what to read? Ask me.
Contact: Jeanne Slattery
