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Get to Know your Student Committee: Samantha Holdren

11/29/2020

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We asked the members of the 2020-2021 Student Committee to answer some questions about themselves to help you get to know who they are and what they do.

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Samantha Holdren
Clinical Liaison
2020-2021

Samantha is a fifth-year Ph.D. student in Clinical Psychology at Sam Houston State University

Why psychology and the law?

I watched Silence of the Lambs too many times as a child... But seriously, I originally wanted to be an attorney because I was interested in criminal law. After taking a required Psychology 101 course in my first year of undergrad, I realized I was more interested in the psychological aspects of criminal behavior than I was the legal elements. Though I knew I could make a difference in either capacity, I felt pursuing a career in forensic psychology would allow me to help marginalized populations in a unique, meaningful way. Working in an inpatient acute psychiatric medical center, volunteering as a sexual assault crisis counselor, and engaging in neuropsychologocal research studying impulsivity and criminal offending all solidified this interest.

If you could only watch 3 movies or tv shows over and over for the rest of your life, what would they be and why?
Buffy the Vampire Slayer - because it is the best show, ever. Period. Fresh Prince of Bel Air - because it's a classic and Will Smith is a national treasure. The Simpsons - Because it is the longest running TV show with 690 episode to choose from.

Is a hotdog a sandwich?
Yes

Explain your hot take about hotdogs
A sandwich is some sort of filling in between two pieces of bread, so TECHNICALLY a hot dog is in fact a sandwich.

What is a quote you like and who said it?
“We but mirror the world. All the tendencies present in the outer world are to be found in the world of our body. If we could change ourselves, the tendencies in the world would also change. As a man changes his own nature, so does the attitude of the world change towards him. This is the divine mystery supreme. A wonderful thing it is and the source of our happiness. We need not wait to see what others do.” – Mahatma Gandhi

What is your favorite take-out/delivery spot near your school/campus?
In-N-Out. I'm from California so... This is basically mandatory.

What is your favorite city and why?
Venice, Italy. The city is just magical and unlike any other in the world. I love that it is on the water, the canals, the romance, and the people.

If you were not in graduate school what would you do?
Become a veterinarian and open an animal rescue.

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Get to Know your Student Committee: Stephanie A. Cardenas

11/29/2020

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We asked the members of the 2020-2021 Student Committee to answer some questions about themselves to help you get to know who they are and what they do.

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Stephanie A. Cardenas
Campus Representative coordinator
2020-2021

Stephanie is a fifth-year Ph.D. student in Experimental Psychology and Law at John Jay College of Criminal Justice
Why psychology and the law?
It's meaningful, it's interesting, and it's fulfilling. I can't imagine being happier doing anything else.

If you could only watch 3 movies or tv shows over and over for the rest of your life, what would they be and why?
1. The Umbrella Academy (Season 1)— amazing soundtrack, off-beat, dark humor
2. Community — great diverse ensemble, whacky plot lines, what's not to love?
3. Avatar: The Last Airbender — delightful characters, great life lessons

Is a hotdog a sandwich?
Yes
Explain your hot take about hotdogs
I mean, if it quacks like a duck...
What is a quote you like and who said it?
"Blessed are the forgetful: for they get the better even of their blunders" - Nietzsche
What is your favorite take-out/delivery spot near your school/campus?
Mokja — their kimchi fried rice is 🔥
What is your favorite city and why?
New York City—I appreciate the diversity of experiences and people. Great food and music scene.
If you were not in graduate school what would you do?
A dilettante living in a tiny home

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Get to Know your Student Committee: Kamar Tazi

11/29/2020

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We asked the members of the 2020-2021 Student Committee to answer some questions about themselves to help you get to know who they are and what they do.

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Kamar Tazi
secretary
2020-2021

My name is Kamar Tazi and I am a first-year Clinical Psychology PhD student at the University of North Texas.
Why psychology and the law?
I grew up in a family of activists and found my passion in social justice. I knew I wanted to pursue a career in psychology but struggled to combine activism and psychology. I have been fortunate enough to work with and under clinicians who've made a difference in the lives of folks involved with the justice system, and these experiences showed me the ways that clinical work can stem from social justice. I knew this was the field for me.

If you could only watch 3 movies or tv shows over and over for the rest of your life, what would they be and why?
My current favorite shows to rewatch are Grey's Anatomy, Law and Order SVU, and New Girl. This is a good mix of my favorite shows and I would definitely watch them over and over again for the rest of my life, especially since they are all different.

Is a hotdog a sandwich?
No

Explain your hot take about hotdogs
Hot dogs are not sandwiches because, although you can change the toppings, a hot dog never changes. Sandwiches can be made of anything but hot dogs can't.

What is a quote you like and who said it?
"Each and every protest is a wave that moves us beyond the stagnant waters of servitude and oppression toward the shoes of self-respect" -LaShonda Katrice Barnett in my favorite book, Jam on the Vine.

What is your favorite take-out/delivery spot near your school/campus?
The best sushi place near UNT is I Love Sushi. I highly recommend it.

What is your favorite city and why?
It isn't technically a city, but Akureyri, Iceland is beautiful. Everything about the town is so peaceful and the coffee is amazing. I would visit again any day.

If you were not in graduate school what would you do?
If I weren't in graduate school, I would be a chef!

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Get to Know your Student Committee: Haley Potts

11/29/2020

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We asked the members of the 2020-2021 Student Committee to answer some questions about themselves to help you get to know who they are and what they do.

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Haley Potts
Chair-Elect
2020-2021

Haley is a third-year Ph.D. student in clinical psychology (with a concentration in psychology and law) at the University of Alabama

Why psychology and the law?

At my tiny liberal arts college, I majored in anthropology and gender studies. It turns out, there weren't many places hiring feminist wannabe anthropologists (who knew?!?!). So, I had to pivot. I almost applied to law school (both of my parents are attorneys), but that path never felt quite right. Forensic psychology emerged as a natural combination of my interests in the law and in the social sciences.

If you could only watch 3 movies or tv shows over and over for the rest of your life, what would they be and why?
Look, I know my answer here should include one "smart" show, but that would be a lie. I prefer low effort programming. My comfort shows are Snapped, The Office, and Parks and Rec.

Is a hotdog a sandwich?
Maybe

Explain your hot take about hotdogs
Can't it be both?

What is a quote you like and who said it?
"When in Rome, do as you done in Milledgeville." --Flannery O'Connor

What is your favorite take-out/delivery spot near your school/campus?
Surin of Thailand

What is your favorite city and why?
Atlanta, because my nephew lives there.

If you were not in graduate school what would you do?

A preschool teacher. After college, I spent a year teaching English in Barcelona. My class of toddlers was hysterical. The curriculum I taught centered around a monkey puppet, but someone eventually lost the puppet. So, when we began each class with a song called "where's monkey?," all of these tiny humans would run around the room searching in futility for a stuffed monkey they would never find. It still makes me giggle.

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Get to Know your Student Committee: Sarah Fishel

11/29/2020

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We asked the members of the 2020-2021 Student Committee to answer some questions about themselves to help you get to know who they are and what they do.

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Sarah Fishel
law liaison
2020-2021

Sarah is a fifth year joint J.D./Ph.D. student at Drexel University

Why psychology and the law?

I've always been less interesting in what people do and more interested in why, which lead me to the study of psychology. A general interest in crime, coupled with some amazing experiences in my undergrad (a freshmen seminar on opportunity gaps in the US coupled with the founding of a mentoring program between my school and a local juvenile detention center) solidified my interest in the intersection of these two topics. The more I learn, the more passionate I become about each, both, all the above! I am very fortunate to be able to pursue this passion, and grateful for the privilege.

If you could only watch 3 movies or tv shows over and over for the rest of your life, what would they be and why?

1) The Great British Baking Show – When I'm looking for classic comfort, this is what I watch. Its got great food, creativity, and the most collaborative group of competitors I think I've ever seen. An all-around "feel good" pick.

2) The Amazing Race/The World’s Toughest Race/Planet Earth – This pick should really be more of a genre that encompasses beautiful shots of different places all around the world. I love learning about different cultures and watching people really stretch themselves (myself and my partner have already decided who would be driving and who would be navigating if we did the Amazing Race). These are my picks for when I need to vicariously leave my desk and my various writing/research projects behind!

3) Just Mercy – I had a hard time with this last pick because I was thinking of all of the amazing TV shows and movies that have centered around (in)justice and there’s so many. I was leaning towards TV shows because of the simple fact they’re longer so can be played on a lengthier loop,

Is a hotdog a sandwich?
No

Explain your hot take about hotdogs

In answering this question, I first put "yes" because hot dogs are similar in makeup to meatball subs. Then, I put "maybe" because some people might think of subs as a non-sandwich item. Eventually I settled on "no" because something just feels wrong about calling a hot dog a sandwich.

What is a quote you like and who said it?
Do your best, and you will be the best - my mom

What is your favorite take-out/delivery spot near your school/campus?
Beiler's Donuts - truly legendary.

What is your favorite city and why?
Galway, Ireland. I was fortunate enough to study abroad there during my undergraduate career and absolutely fell in love. The people are absolutely charming and welcoming, and I loved the mix of small town charm and city experiences, such as the presence of the college, restaurants, and other activities. I am hoping to go back to visit at some point in the future!

If you were not in graduate school what would you do?

There are a couple things I’d probably do. First is something that has to do with animals – maybe animal rescue or designing enrichment for animals in captivity. Growing up I always wanted to spend as much time with animals as possible, and that hasn’t changed much as I’ve grown up. I’ve also always thought that I would enjoy being a party planner – I love organization and family gatherings, and even before learning about psychology I was great at mediating family conflict. It would be great if I specialized in destination weddings, because then I could also get some great travelling in!
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Get to Know your Student Committee: Cecilia Allan

11/29/2020

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We asked the members of the 2020-2021 Student Committee to answer some questions about themselves to help you get to know who they are and what they do.

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Cecilia Allan
Communications Officer 2020-2021
Cecilia is a first year Ph.D. student in Clinical psychology at Fairleigh Dickinson University

Why psychology and the law?
First of all, it is clearly the most interesting interdisciplinary field in psychology! I also think it is one of the most important. My interest in psych and law first emerged in high school. I had a few friends with mental illnesses who became involved in the legal system and I saw how much it hurt their ability to move forward. This led me to question why the legal system treats individuals with diagnoses this way, and I began to explore how I could contribute to changing those responses.

If you could only watch 3 movies or tv shows over and over for the rest of your life, what would they be and why?
Friends, New Girl, and The Office (minus Scott's Tots... too cringe). All of these are great fluffy distractions - and they get funnier every time I re-watch.

Is a hotdog a sandwich?
Maybe

Explain your hot take about hotdogs

I would say it depends on where you are. In America: Absolutely not. You use a bun specifically designed for the hotdog. It is CALLED a hotdog bun and it is used for nothing other than eating hotdogs (at least it shouldn't be). However, in Australia, they use regular sliced bread as the bun for hotdogs - that could pass as a sandwich.

What is a quote you like and who said it?
"Ask not what disease the person has, but rather what person the disease has.” - Sir. William Osler

What is your favorite take-out/delivery spot near your school/campus?
Unfortunately I have never been to campus (COVID...). I'm going to guess it will be some place with cheap pizza (& garlic knots).

What is your favorite city and why?
Nashville - love the live music scene there!

If you were not in graduate school what would you do?

Event planning.
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Get to Know your Student Committee: Emma Marshall

11/29/2020

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We asked the members of the 2020-2021 Student Committee to answer some questions about themselves to help you get to know who they are and what they do.

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Emma Marshall
Chair
2020-2021

Emma is a fifth-year joint degree J.D. / Ph.D. student at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Why psychology and the law?
I took a class with former AP-LS President Jennifer Groscup as an undergraduate and got hooked.

If you could only watch 3 movies or tv shows over and over for the rest of your life, what would they be and why?
1. Survivor. The greatest game to ever be played. Yes, it is still on.
2. The Good Place. Moral philosophy but with food puns.
3. Gilmore Girls. What not to do when you receive constructive criticism: Steal a yacht.

Is a hotdog a sandwich?
Absolutely not.

Explain your hot take about hotdogs
Would you feel comfortable walking up to a hot dog cart and ordering a hot dog sandwich? I think not.

What is a quote you like and who said it?

“I don’t care. I’ll start my own group. Rejection from society is what created the X-Men!”
-Liz Lemon

What is your favorite take-out/delivery spot near your school/campus?
Banwhich Cafe

What is your favorite city and why?
London. Because I have recently been watching the Crown and the Queen is there.

If you were not in graduate school what would you do?

Go to law school? Does that count?
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Get to Know your Student Committee: Terrill O. Taylor

11/29/2020

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Terrill O. Taylor
Diversity Liaison
Terrill is a third year Ph.D. student in Counseling Psychology at the University of North Dakota

Why psychology and the law?
Psychology and Law appeals to me as a counseling psychology trainee given my interest in working with individuals impacted by justice-related issues and the carceral system as a whole. I have a particular interest in the area of restorative justice, and helping to heal the lives of individuals and communities impacted by harm and wrongdoing.

If you could only watch 3 movies or tv shows over and over for the rest of your life, what would they be and why?
How to Get Away with Murder; The Pursuit of Happyness; and Orange is the New Black. Each of these shows/movies speak directly to my passions and interests in different ways, which is both rewarding to watch and also fuels my motivation to engage in the work that I do.

Is a hotdog a sandwich?
No

Explain your hot take about hotdogs
Hotdogs are hotdogs, not sandwiches. It is that simple.

What is a quote you like and who said it?

"When I dare to be powerful, to use my strength in the service of my vision, then it becomes less and less important whether I am afraid." — Audre Lorde

What is your favorite take-out/delivery spot near your school/campus?
We have very limited options in our area. I am lucky to get any take-out or delivery, but Dominoes Pizza is the likely go-to (not that thrilling, I know).

What is your favorite city and why?
Houston, TX -- It is where I completed my undergrad and close to home. Very diverse city with lots to do.

If you were not in graduate school what would you do?
I would likely pursue motivational speaking, work for a non-profit for formerly incarcerated individuals, or develop a business.

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Get to Know your Student Committee: I-An (Amy) Su

11/29/2020

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We asked the members of the 2020-2021 Student Committee to answer some questions about themselves to help you get to know who they are and what they do.

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I-An (Amy) Su
Experimental Liaison 2020-2021
I-An is a second-year Ph.D. student in Developmental Psychology at Cornell University

Why psychology and the law?

As a lawyer who loves human behaviors, psychology and law is a perfect fit for me.

If you could only watch 3 movies or tv shows over and over for the rest of your life, what would they be and why?

Grey's Anatomy, Harry Potter (books; hope this answer count; if this does not count, then Criminal Minds), I cannot think of the third one.

Is a hotdog a sandwich?
Maybe

Explain your hot take about hotdogs
I don't like hotdogs

What is a quote you like and who said it?
"Do your best, and you will be the best."
- My mom

What is your favorite take-out/delivery spot near your school/campus?
Wings over Ithaca, best chicken wings and tender in Ithaca - a must try.

What is your favorite city and why?
Seattle; Pike Place Market, the Crab Pot Seattle, islands, and it is not a rainy city at all.

If you were not in graduate school what would you do?

A lawyer; if not, hopefully, a writer.

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Part Two: Internship Applications 2020 Quest continues

10/5/2020

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Samantha Holdren

Welcome to the Internship Applications 2020 Quest blog! Each week Samantha Holdren, the 2020-2021 Clinical Liaison, will post an update about her process applying for internships this year. To catch up, make sure to read up on the first entry here!

I can’t believe it is already October. This process has gone from 0 to 60! Let me give you an update on everything I have done for the internship application process since my last entry. I will write each step I have taken in the general order that I completed them so you get a feel for the process.

1.     Curriculum Vitae: My program has a shared Dropbox with each cohort’s internship application materials, going all the way back to 2015. If you have access to something like this, it will be super helpful to use when creating your own CV and other materials. If you don’t have a shared Dropbox (or Google Doc, etc.), you might consider asking your cohort to start one this year to help future students. Anyways, I went through and fully updated my CV (which takes a RIDICULOUS amount of time, somehow).

I was told by one advisor that rather than immediately beginning with clinical work, then research, or whatever other sections, that it is a good idea to put a section of “Current Positions Held” right up front below education. Then put your current practicum site, any research labs you are currently a part of, boards you are on, and classes you are teaching. This will give your readers an idea of all the things you are balancing at once, right now, and show your range of activities.

I also added a list of measures I have learned to administer at the end. Since I am forensic and want additional neuropsych training, I included sections for neuro/cognitive measures I am familiar with and have training on, along with all the forensic measures I have used. I also included personality/diagnostic measures I have been trained to use. Since I am somewhat more assessment focused (as opposed to therapy), this is a good way to show my experience with numerous types of assessment.

2.    Transcripts: The AAPI application portal is where most of the materials are eventually posted, and where you fill out all your information. You fill out info about all the schools you have attended, and they will want you to submit transcripts for all graduate programs attended. You will NOT need to send undergrad transcripts. The process for ordering transcripts is supposedly straightforward—you click the “order transcripts” link under each school once you’ve listed it, and then choose one of the three services available to complete your order. I had to order a PDF version of my transcripts because I had trouble ordering e-transcripts, so I would recommend doing this early in case you run into issues. Once your transcripts arrive at AAPI, you’ll get notification that they have been uploaded.

3.    Selecting Programs in the AAPI Portal: The AAPI portal allowed us to select our programs earlier than usual this year, so I went ahead and selected the 15 schools I will be applying to. Based on all available research, applying to 12 to 15 schools is the range most people should aim for. Anything after 15 programs does not substantially increase your chance of matching, but less than 12 decreases your chances.

My list of sites ended up being 12 U.S. internship sites and 3 Canadian sites—I have dual citizenship, so this was an interesting option for me. If you are not a Canadian citizen, I would make sure that citizenship is not a requirement for applying to Canadian sites before making a decision to do this.

4.    Submitting Materials to Sites Through AAPI Portal: Now that I have added my 15 sites, I can go in and add materials for each site according to what they require (from reading their current program brochure). Some want a redacted report or a treatment/case summary to have a sample of your writing, so you’ll need to collect appropriate samples from your practicum sites for that purpose. Read each program brochure carefully to make sure you are submitting what they want, and make sure you redact it according to HIPAA guidelines: http://www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy/hipaa/understanding/coveredentities/De-identification/guidance.html#standard

5.    Letters of Recommendation: I finalized my “cheat sheets” that were tailored to each letter writer. These included work I have done with that writer along with a general overview of other roles I have taken on in my program outside of their supervision. I also wrote about my goals for internship and my long-term career goals, as well as my list of sites. Some students will include information about their strengths and weaknesses, as they see them, to help supervisors fill in this information. Check out the Standard Reference Form – Revised, which is used by all letter writers: https://appic.org/Portals/0/SRF-Revised-3-31-16.doc. You may also want to include how long you have known the writer so they don’t have to try to figure that out. Altogether, I sent my writers their cheat sheet, my CV, and the Standard Reference Form. Per my DCT, ideally you will submit these materials to your writers 1 month before your first letter is due, or earlier.

Once I sent my writers this information, on the AAPI portal I went into each site’s individual section and selected the tab for “letters of recommendation.” There, you can put in your letter writers’ names and emails, select the due date for that letter (I recommend putting the same due date across the board—whenever your earliest due date is), and select whether or not you forego your right to view the letter. You do this for every site, for every letter writer, so get ready to do this 45 times (3 writers for 15 sites) or more!

6.    Hours: Oh man. This is honestly the most annoying part of the entire process for me somehow. If anyone happens to be reading this as they first start doing clinical work in their program, RECORD EVERY HOUR as accurately as possible from day 1! Using https://time2track.com/, you keep track of all your hours, everything from individual therapy and assessment hours to supervision to support hours. I did a terrible job of staying on top of this, so it has been a nightmare trying to figure out what days I did what. Under the “reports” tab in time2track, you’ll see your hours compared to past applicant average low and average high number of hours, for intervention only and total. You’ll probably want to fall somewhere in the middle, or closer to the average high, if possible. You will then connect the AAPI portal to time2track, and once your hours are completely updated, you will submit them for review by your DCT who will approve them. I am waiting to do this closer to the November 1st deadline.

If you had a master’s degree before entering your doctoral program, you may need to submit master’s hours to time2track as well. I didn’t have these readily available, so I emailed my MA program to see if they keep hours logs from my externship site. Hopefully they do, otherwise I will not be able to have those approved (my DCT requires some sort of proof of MA hours).

7.    Essays: I have written 1st drafts of my 4 essays, and I have sent these to several people for review. One of my supervisors/letter writers, a peer who is also applying, and a former peer who successfully matched 2 years ago have all been sent this 1st draft to provide feedback.

8.    Cover Letters: I am slowly starting to put together sets of paragraphs describing my therapy, assessment, research, leadership, and supervisory experience. My goals is to have several well-crafted paragraphs with different focuses for each of these areas, which will allow me to pick and choose sections most appropriate for each site. So, for a site that really focuses on assessment, I will include a more beefed up version of my assessment experience. I am continuing to update my excel document with site details, so I will use this to tailor each cover letter to that specific site.
Whew, this process is exhausting. Staying motivated and finding time to write/review materials is difficult, so I am really trying to focus on self-care in between frantic prepping! On a more personal level, I have been having discussions with my partner about potentially moving with me, and we have been discussing how involved he should be in the ranking process. You may need to consider a partner (or partners), family, or other significant people/factors when making decisions. I would recommend doing this sooner rather than later. Plus, it can be fun to get excited about the possibilities with someone else. I try to stay enthusiastic about the changes that will come, and I know all the hard work of applying will be worth the experiences I will have on internship.
Here are my goals for the next week:
  1. Edit my essays using feedback from my reviewers. Send out for a second round.
  2. Select reports to submit to sites who require them. Redact and submit through the AAPI portal.
  3. Write at least 2 cover letters in full.
  4. Follow up on MA externship hours.
  5. Collect information about number of integrated reports written and update time2track.
Until next time, happy application season!




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