Welcome to SPRING TERM
Week #6!

Hopefully your classes are going well!  

It is that time of the year when students are issued new registration PIN’s.  All students are to be advised prior to receiving their PIN for Fall Term registration (priority registration phase 1 starts Sunday, May 15th). Please drop by or call the Psychology Department main office at 541-737-2311 to schedule an advising appointment with Psychology Academic Advisors Mike Crowley or Teri Duever. We encourage all Freshmen and Sophomores to see a Peer Advisor and we have Peer Advisors available to assist with basic advising questions.  If you would like to request a Peer Advising appointment, please do so via the main office.  
The Psychology Department main office is here to assist you in with your academic needs such as registering for courses, scheduling advising appointments, getting your registration PIN, etc.  Our office hours are 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday through Friday.   Please feel free to drop by anytime.  
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Happenings:

•    150 students voted, and Psi Chi is pleased to pronounce the winning phrase for this year's Psychology t-shirt:  "Does the name Pavlov ring a bell?"  T-Shirts are on sale NOW for $15 and will be available in May.  Featuring white text proclaiming "Oregon State Psychology 2011" on the front and the winning phrase on the back, you can choose between a black, dark grey, or orange t-shirt. Forms to order your t-shirt are available in the Psychology Department office or from Psi Chi members. Email oregonstatepsichi@gmail.com for more information or to be emailed a form.
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Success Tips:
•    50% of the term is gone!  Have you made that advising appointment yet? FALL term priority registration is coming – whether you are ready or not!
•    During week three, we recommended a visit to your professor during office hours.  It is good to do that again this week.  Possible topics of discussion could include concepts you don’t understand or questions you have, but by this time, you may have graded material from the class.  It would be good to review that graded material face-to-face with the professor or your TA, especially if you didn’t perform well.
•    Stay Healthy - The cold temperatures don’t just mean winter is here – it also means the return of the annual flu and cold season. Minimize your risk of getting sick by following these simple health tips:
•    Wash your hands! Hands should always be washed after using the restroom, after coughing, sneezing or blowing your nose, after handling animals, and before preparing and eating food. While this sounds simple enough, studies show that between 40 – 60 percent of people do not wash their hands after using the restroom.
•    Use proper hand washing techniques. Apply antibacterial soap to your hands, then rub them vigorously under hot water for 20 – 25 seconds. If soap and water is not available, waterless hand sanitizers are an acceptable alternative.
•    Eat right, get enough sleep and exercise.
•    Stay home from work or school if you don’t feel well. Not only is the rest good for you, you’ll also avoid spreading germs to others.
•    Consider getting an annual flu shot.
•    See your doctor if needed. Colds and the flu usually go away on their own within a week, but if it lasts longer or new symptoms develop, seek medical attention.
•    Research the health care services available at your school. Most schools have a student health center where you can get medical care and prescriptions at a reduced cost.
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 Here are some things you should remember for Spring Term:
•    To change to or from S/U Grading: The deadline to change to or from S/U Grading is Friday, May 13  – Remember, you cannot S/U any of your major courses and must get a C- or higher to pass the course if you S/U- Pick up your S/U form from the Psychology Office.
•    Withdraw from a Course: The last day to withdraw from a course is Friday, May 13 (Will show as a “W” on your transcripts)
•    Memorial Day Holiday: Monday, May 30th – No Classes
•    Dead Week: May 30-June 3, 2011
•    Finals Week: June 6-10, 2011
•    Commencement: Saturday, June 11
•    Grades Available on Web: Monday, June 13
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Upcoming Campus Events:
•    Holocaust Memorial Week: OSU will observe Holocaust Memorial Week May 2-6 with a series of free, public events including a reflection on a man who fought in the underground against the Nazis, a look at the relationship between the Catholic Church and Jews, and a discussion of violence in the Congo. For a complete schedule, go to: http://oregonstate.edu/dept/holocaust/
•    Thanksgiving Thursday: CAPS is hosting a postcard-making event from noon to 1 p.m. in the MU Trysting Tree Lounge to remind people what they can be thankful for.
•    Pride Brunch: Pride Brunch 2011: Powered by Rainbow, takes place Sunday, May 8, 10:30 a.m. CH2M Hill Alumni Center. All OSU LGBTQQIAA/Queer community members and their guests come together in celebration – children are welcome.  Mothers will be honored at this event.
•    Dan Savage: Sex columnist Dan Savage will speak at Oregon State University on Monday night as the keynote speaker for OSU’s Pride Week celebration. Savage’s talk will begin at 7 p.m. in the LaSells Stewart Center. Persons with OSU ID will be admitted beginning at 6:30 pm.; all others will be admitted beginning at 6:45 p.m. Admission is free.
•    MUvies Special Screening: “Some Days Are Better Than Others,” screening on May 10, 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m., MU Journey Room. Question and answer reception with OSU alum and star of the film Renee Roman Nose and director of the film Matt McCormick, 7:30 p.m.-8 p.m.
•    Feel Better Friday: Speed Counseling sessions will take place from noon to 1 p.m. May 6 in the MU Trysting Tree Lounge.
•    Music a la Carte: The Music à la Carte concert series is serving up an eclectic lunch hour performance this week by Portland ensemble Thousand Waves. Their program on May 6 at noon in the Memorial Union lounge will blend the sounds of Japanese koto, Spanish classical guitar, violin, and transverse flute on traditional and modern works.
•    Africa Night: A night of shows and acts highlighting the treasures of Africa. Saturday, May 7, 5 to 8 p.m., LaSells Stewart Center. Tickets are $5 and available at Snell 149.
•    OSU Composers The OSU Composers Forum will perform on Between the Cracks Forum. Saturday May 7 at 7 p.m. 700 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. Students free. $10 at the door, $5 for Art Center Members.
•    Science Pub: At the May 9 Corvallis Science Pub, Oregon State University’s Sam Chan will describe how the state gears up for invasive species – and the surprising new places from which these non-natives originate. Corvallis Science Pub begins at 6 p.m. at the Old World Deli, 341 2nd St. in downtown Corvallis.
•    2012-13 FULBRIGHT U.S. STUDENT competition.  All OSU students must apply through the campus Fulbright Program Advisor. There will be a Fulbright information meeting on Thursday, May 12 from 10:00-11:30 in Snell 448.
•    This year Active Minds is participating in Relay For Life. Our goal is to raise $500. So far we are at $165 and in 19th place of the 54 teams participating. By participating/donating in an American Cancer Society Relay For Life® event you honor cancer survivors, pay tribute to the lives lost to the disease, and raise money to help fight it. Active Minds members are reaching out to you to see if you're interested in helping raise money for this event and for the Active Minds team.  The very last day to donate is Friday, May 13th (the day of the event). If you have any more questions, you may contact mcmanusr@onid.orst.edu  The easiest way to do so is online: Website 1) Go to osurelay.com 2) Click on DONATE 3) Click on DONATE TO TEAM (Active Minds) 4) Click on DONATE NOW 5) Fill out donation level, type, additional info.
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Registration Dates for future terms:
Fall 2011
o    Priority Registration: Phase 1:  Sunday, May 15, 2011
o    Priority Registration: Phase 2: Thursday, June 02 – WAITLISTING
o    Classes Begin: Monday, September 26
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Have a GREAT WEEK!!!