"Whose child is this?"   You may be singing that carol this Christmas, but we would like you to try to answer the question it poses. If you look closely you may discern the characteristics of the adult versions that are walking around this campus. Two clues: One is a boy, the other a girl but rather than giving in to gender typing you will have to figure that out on your own. Clue: They are both senior psych majors. The first person who sends in the correct identities will receive free tickets for a movie at the ST. Peter 5. Send your entries to Brenda DeBlieck. Child A(top) is ______ Child B(bottom) is _______. Buy Books, Save Money Have you ever bought a used text book for a second semester class only to find out that your neighbor down the hall just sold the same book back to the Book Mark? Knowing I could have saved as much as ten dollars always frustrates me but I have never felt motivated to go through all the work of trying to find someone to buy my used books; not to mention trying to find the books I will need second semester. Now there is a solution to this dilemma that could make us all happy. Starting with this issue of Emil's Epilogue we will be sponsoring a Book Bulletin Board web page for all students out there that would like to sell or buy used Psychology text books. Here is how it works. Students who are interested in selling their used psychology text books can email Brenda DeBlieck in the Psychology office. If the textbook(s) will be used again second semester, we will post your name on our Book Bulletin Board. Then anyone who is interested in buying your book will be able to contact you on E-mail by simply visiting our page and clicking on your name. We will leave it up to you to finish off the rest of the business. If you are interested, contact Brenda DeBlicck in the Psychology office and get those books posted for the rest of us to find. Go ahead and tell your friends that are taking or will be taking psychology classes also. The more people use this page, the more useful it will become. Since you have come this far, do not be afraid to take a second to read through the rest of Emil's Epilogue and see what else piques your interest. Mike Strong |
 The Gustavus chapter of Psi Chi has been recognized by the national organization of Psi Chi in observance of the chapter's 10th Anniversary. This local chapter was chartered in the spring of 1988 with eight faculty members and twelve student members. Present membership is at 25. Eligible Psychology majors will be invited to join the Gustavus chapter during spring semester. Psi Chi is the National Honor Society in Psychology. Requirements for eligibility include the declaration of Psychology or Honors Psychology as a major, the completion of three Psychology courses, high standards of personal behavior and an overall GPA of 3.5. GET A HEAD START ON YOUR CAREER IN SCIENCE Join an elite group of undergraduate students at a week-long institute that will bring you into direct contact with some of psychology's most distinguished researchers and teachers. The APA Summer Science Institute, sponsored by the American Psychological Association, will be held June 14-22 at John Hopkins University. Applications must be postmarked by January 28, 1998. For more information, see the bulletin board between Dr. Robinson's and Dr. Simpson's offices or the APA bulletin board across the hall from SSC 28. To obtain application materials electronically, check http://www.apa.org/science/SSi98.html. Applicants need not be psychology majors, but should have had introductory psychology or equivalent preparation. Semester-long internships are available at the Kewalo Basin Marine Mammal Laboratory located oceanside between Waikiki and downtown Honolulu. Interns assist in behavioral research, participate in the care of the dolphins and help with the daily operations of the laboratory. Available fall, spring and summer. For detailed information see the bulletin board between Dr. Simpson's and Dr. Robinson's offices or check KBMML's website: www.dolphin-institute.com. Psi Chi members invite all Psychology majors to stop in the Psychology Office (that's in the basement of SSC...) on Tuesday, Dec. 9th, between 3:00 and 5:00 p.m. Visit with the department faculty, Psi Chi officers and enjoy some refreshments. Celebrate the last day of classes with cookies and cider. Stop in between classes to relax and enjoy a Christmas treat - all day, Friday, Dec. 12th . |
"Shop till you drop?" It's that time of year again. Break out the Visa and head out to the mall for some power shopping. According to the book 'Overcoming Overspending' by Olivia Mellan, an affliction known as oniomania, or compulsive shopping, affects five to ten percent of the United States-- about 15 million shoppers. This affliction is excessively overpowering during the winter holidays as merchants lure shoppers in with sales and bargains. According to the study, the higher prevalence of compulsive shopping among women may be due to low levels of serotonin. Sound familiar? Check out the full article on the American Psychological Association web page at http://www.apa.org/monitor/shop.html and have a wonderful holiday season! Becky Knudsen Dear Emil's Email Dear Emil, Dear Psyched Out If you have any questions or comments for "Dear Emil," email them to Dear Emil. Reminder Contributions to "Emil's" are welcomed and appreciated. Contact one of our staff below. |
| Calendar of Events
December 5-7 - Christmas in Christ Chapel December 8 - Honors gathering, 7:00 p.m., Interpretive Center December 9 - Psi Chi Open House, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m., Psych. Office December 11 - Festival of St. Lucia December 12 - Final Day of Classes, Cookies & Cider all day in the office December 13 - Reading Day December 15 - 18 - Final Exams December 24 - First Day of Hanukkah December 25 - Christmas Previous Issues of Emil's |
 The Staff of Emil's Epilogue Back Row: Dr. Richard Martin, Emil, Brenda DeBlieck, Jodi Metz Front Row: Rebecca Knudsen, Emil, Michael Strong To Email: Click on name. |
