Psychology Student Network
A publication of the Education Directorate
March 2023
|Vol. 11, No. 1
In this issue
- APA Center for Workforce Studies (CWS) data tools on psychology careers
Did you know … psychology bachelor’s degree holders worked in 88 out of 129 different occupation categories? Explore careers for psychology bachelor’s, master’s, and doctorate degree holders. - What to do when you witness a microaggression
These tips for the workplace can be helpful across contexts – in classes, clubs/activities, or even in your friend group. - Your brain and misinformation: Why people believe lies and conspiracy theories
What leads people to fall for misinformation? - Successfully apply to graduate school and help diversify the field
Join APA for a series of videos and live question and answer sessions with psychological scientists and current graduate students from different subfields with lived experience and expertise in the application process.
Podcast
- Speaking of Psychology Episode 217: How to learn better using psychology
Regan Gurung, PhD, and John Dunlosky, PhD, join Speaking of Psychology to discuss the biggest studying myths, which study techniques work and which don’t, and why finding studying difficult can be a sign that you’re doing it right.
From the Honor Societies
- Psi Chi Online Resources Prepare Future Generations of Psychologists and Leaders!
Discover programs for conducting research, diversity, global initiatives, and faculty support
Announcements
- APA web team completes major update of Psychology Topics web pages
APA’s amazing web team completed a major, six-month project to revamp more than 80 pages and make our Topics section a gateway to all our best content on the science of psychology and its application in the world. - APA launches new student listserv
New listserv for sharing news and time-sensitive announcements.
- Academic Writer Direct offers a free trial
New Semester, new you! It's time to rethink the way you approach your papers this year. Writing good papers starts off with research, writing GREAT papers starts off with using Academic Writer (AW) Direct. AW Direct was created by APA® to help you avoid formatting mistakes and become a more confident writer! It includes tutorials, sample papers, while checking for mistakes, in-text citation tools, and more. Start your free trial today! - 2023 meetings of Regional Psychological Associations
Regional conferences offer a terrific opportunity for students interested in psychology.
- Looking for an internship opportunity?
Internships are an excellent way to gain skills and experience for the workforce
- Deadlines are approaching for undergraduate research opportunities
Undergraduate research provides meaningful skills and experiences for graduate school and the workplace.
- APA membership renewal
If you have yet to do so, please make sure you keep your member benefits and keep your place in APA in 2023. It’s not too late. Renew now, and don’t miss out on exclusive tools, resources, and support for the year ahead. - APA Merch Store
Visit the APA Merch Store for some fun and unique swag. Show your love of psychology with a new selection of APA-branded items including stylish T-shirts, practical mugs, adorable onesies, colorful socks and more! Take a look at the new, cozy APA sweatshirt and the other items - APA members can save thousands on student loans with Laurel Road
APA members get an additional 0.25% rate discount when refinancing with Laurel Road, which could translate to significant additional savings on student loans. Program benefits include low interest rates, no fees, and AutoPay discount. Learn more.