Psychology Student Conference 2024
Psych-con will be held on Wednesday, October 23rd 2024 from 8:30am-3:10pm in the MMC Campus-GC Ballrooms. To register, check in at the ballroom doors with your panther ID on the day of the conference. Please continue to check in this website as we update the program to bring you great resources the day of the conference.
About
The Psychology Undergraduate Student Conference answers the question: "What can I do with a bachelor's in psychology?" This event is an opportunity for undergraduate psychology students to get involved with on-campus research, update their plans for graduation and beyond, and find job and internship opportunities.
The conference is for psychology undergraduate majors and minors as well as undergraduates pursuing other majors and students who have graduated with a bachelor’s degree from FIU. The event is a joint effort of the Department of Psychology, Psychology Ambassadors for Student Success, the FIU chapter of Psi Chi Honor Society, FIU Career and Talent Development and the Psychology advising team. It runs every fall at the Modesto A. Maidique Campus and in spring at the Biscayne Bay Campus.
Purpose
The student conference delivers informative sessions throughout the day which expose students to career resources, employment and internship opportunities. For example, students can acquire resume building knowledge by attending workshops and connect with potential employers. The conference also has sessions for students who intend to go to graduate school; these sessions may cover graduate admission requirements, goal-setting as an undergrad, and more. Other sessions and workshops showcase research being conducted by psychology faculty, allowing lab managers and directors to recruit students to work in labs on campus.
Reporting Attendance
Attend in Person between 9am-3:30pm (GC-Ballrooms) and be sure to check in with your panther-id for your name to be recorded and reported for attendance purposes. For evening sessions from 5:00-7:00pm you must also check into the ballrooms with your FIU credentials for your name to be reported to any instructor who requests an attendance list. You must attend for at least one hour for your name to be reported to your instructor.
The psychology conference presents a great opportunity for employers and recruiters to meet and network with psychology majors. Each year, students have been recruited and hired on the spot for internships and jobs. Students can discuss their career goals and get feedback about succeeding in their job search.
We typically host at least 15-20 representatives from agencies that are specifically interested in recruiting psychology majors.
Conference Schedule
The conference begins with welcome and opening remarks from 9:00am-9:20am, followed by a general presentation from 9:20am-10:00am. Following the general presentation are four concurrent sessions hosted in 40 minute intervals between the hours of 10:10am-1:20pm where students have three presentations to choose from. The conference day wraps up with another general presentation scheduled from 1:30-3:10pm. The evening sessions will feature research presentations from 5:00pm-7:00pm. Please scroll through to see conference program and be sure to check out Times and information for Tabling at the bottom of the page.
Welcome and Opening Message | 9:00am-9:20am.
Arlene Garcia, Ph.D., Associate Chair, Department of Psychology
Jaqueline Diaz, M.S., Director of Academic Advising, CASE
General Presentation | What Can I do with a Bachelor's In Psychology | 9:20am-10:00am.
Jose Rodriguez, PhD., Associate Teaching Professor, Department of Psychology, FIU
The General presentation will shed light on options for the field of psychology after students have graduated with the bachelors degree in psychology. Topics will cover career and graduate school option.
GC Middle Ballrooms | |
Concurrent Sessions
Four concurrent sessions will run every 40 minutes. Students have three options to choose from for each session based on topic interests.
Concurrent Session I | 10:10am-10:50am.
Exploring Allied Health Professions: A Path for Psychology Majors
Nataly Amaya, M.S., Senior Program Coordinator and Danett Garcia-Roves, MS., Academic Advisor II, Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing & Health Sciences
This session will highlight key career opportunities for psychology majors within allied health professions, focusing on Nursing, Athletic Training, Speech-Language Pathology, Health Services Administration, Occupational Therapy, and Physical Therapy. Discover how your background in psychology can complement these fields, offering a unique perspective on patient care, rehabilitation, and healthcare management. Learn about the educational pathways and certifications required for each profession, and explore how you can apply your psychology knowledge in these dynamic healthcare roles.
| GC Middle Ballrooms | |
Concurrent Session II | 11:00am-11:40am.
Master of Science in Professional Counseling
Kristin Nichols, Ph.D., Associate Chair, Director, PCP Program
An overview of the MS in Professional counseling which consists of 60 credits of graduate study courses leading to a Master of Science in Psychology and eligibility to become a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Florida. Program format, schedule, cost, application procedures, and admission requirements will be discussed.
Concurrent Session III | 11:50am-12:30pm.
Certification Options for Behavior Analysis
Paloma Rodriguez, PhD., NCBA-D, Assistant Director, Behavior Analysis, MS Program Faculty Administrator, Department of Psychology
The presentation will cover the different levels of credentialing that exist in behavior analysis. Including certification with undergraduate and/or graduate degrees. Information includes coursework and degrees available at FIU.
Lunch & Afternoon General Presentation
Lunch will be served in the East and West Ballrooms from 12:30pm-1:30pm, followed by a Panel Discussion in the Middle Ballrooms and concurrent sessions from 1:30pm-2:10pm
Concurrent Afternoon Sessions
Last sessions will wrap up the days events. Students have two moree sessions with three options to choose one 40 minute session based on topic interests.
Concurrent Session IV | 1:30pm-2:10pm.
Finding Employment, Internship & Volunteer Opportunities.
This session will provide valuable insights into securing employment, internships, and volunteer positions. We will highlight internal opportunities, such as the Summer Treatment Program at FIU, as well as external internships with our community Partners (Sports Konnect & Lotus Behavioral Interventions). Attendees will gain a clearer understanding of the various paths to gaining hands-on experience working with children and how these opportunities can enhance their academic and career trajectories.
Presenters
Devin Browne, Founder, CEO, Sports Konnect
Karelix Alicea, M.S., BCBA, ITDS, President & Founder, Lotus Behavioral Interventions
Andrew Greiner, Research Scientist, Center for Children and Families, STP Program
GC Middle Ballrooms | |
Concurrent Session V | 2:20pm-3:10pm
Psychology & Law 3+3 Programs and Legal Careers
Ariana Arguello, Esq., Associate Director of Recruitment, Amarillys E. Garcia-Perez, Esq., Assistant Teaching Professor, Director, Pre-law Advising & Training
This topic will cover requirements for the New Psychology BA/Law 3+3 Program. Strategies for admissions to FIU School of Law, and will further discuss legal Careers that students can consider. The discussion will help to students to better understand the law school admissions process, their first year as a law school student and the academic rigors of law school.
Tabling Talks
You can connect with a representative from various programs or employers by visiting various tables during the conference. Tabling will take place either at the GC Ballroom Venue Foyer. See tabling representatives below.
| Program or Employer | Table Rep |
| FIU School of Law | Student Ambassador |
| Public Health & Social Work | Jose Candelaria, MA., Susy Gomez, Ph.D. |
| Lotus Behavioral | Karelix Alicea, M.S., BCBA, ITDS |
| Specktrum Behavior | Yesenia Garcia, Guillermo Benitez, Jennifer Martinez |
| Miami Dade County Corrections and Rehabilitation Dept. | TBA |
| Sports Konnect | Devin Browne, Founder, CEO, |
| Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing and Health Sci. | Nancy Viera, M.S., Ed. |
| My Optimal Child | Valeria Fontanals, Ed.M, SS, Founder |
| Miami Dade County Public Schools | Lunilda Mcvay, |
| Broward County Public Schools | Annela Costa, Jackie Bell |
| School Counseling | Andy Pham, PhD., Graduate Students, School Counseling Program |
| Teacher Accelerator Program, TAP | Erica de Riego, Ed.D., M.A. |
| Professional Counseling Program | Angie Pardo, Elizabeth Bernal |
| Organizational Sciences MS Program | Lauren Smit, Program Coordinator |