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Division 20
American
Psychological Association
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Adult Development
and Aging
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The Psyaging Archive, January 2000
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Tue, 4 Jan 2000 21:59:30
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| Subject: |
INFO: U. Mich, Summer
Inst. on Survey Research Techniques
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53rd Annual Summer Institute on Survey Research Techniques
The Survey Research Center at the University of Michigan's Institute
for Social Research announces the 53rd Annual Summer Institute. The
Summer Institute is a training program in survey research techniques
conducted by the staff of the Survey Research Center and other survey
research specialists. The program highlights the sample survey as a
basic
instrument for the scientific measurement of human activities.
The Summer Institute offers graduate-level courses in two
consecutive four-week sessions, June 5-30 and July 3-28, 2000. Courses
will be offered with or without receiving graduate credit in
eight-week,
four-week, two-week, and one-week formats. Course topics include survey
research techniques, questionnaire design, cognition and survey
measurement, survey sampling methods, and analysis of survey data.
The Summer Institute also will include a four-week program for those
interested in an in-depth study of sampling methods. The Sampling
Program
for Survey Statisticians (SPSS) combines university classes with
practical
application in research methods and office practice.
The 2000 Summer Institute courses are listed below. Course and
instructor descriptions is available at the Summer Institute website
http://www.isr.umich.edu/src/si. A brochure containing application
materials will be available in February, 2000. To receive a copy, send
an
email message to summers@isr.umich.edu. Or contact James M.
Lepkowski, Director of the Summer Institute, or Andrea Johns, Program
Associate, at the Institute for Social Research, University of Michigan
(734) 764-6595; fax (734) 764-8263.
2000 Summer Institute course offerings:
Advanced Issues in Questionnaire Design, June 19-23
Analysis of Survey Data I, June 5-30
Analysis of Survey Data II, July 3-28
Analysis of Complex Sample Survey Data, June 5-July 28
Cognition, Communication and Survey Measurement, July 3-28
Computer Analysis of Survey Data I, June 5-30
Computer Analysis of Survey Data II, July 3-28
Designing Questionnaires for Elderly Populations, July 24-28
Ethnography: Introduction and Overview, June 19-30
Evaluation Research Design, July 24-28
Event History Calendar Interviewing Methodologies, July 10-14
Event History Analysis, June 12-16
Focus Groups From Start to Finish, July 17-28
Health and Retirement Study Workshop, June 19-23
Introduction to Statistical Research Design, June 5-30
Introduction to Survey Research Techniques, June 5-July 28
Introduction to Survey Quality, June 26-30
Introduction to Small Area Estimation, June 26-30
Methods of Survey Sampling, June 5-July 28
Hierarchical Models for Survey Data, July 24-28
Multi-level Analysis of Survey Data, June 5-30
Qualitative Methods: Overview and Semi-structured Interviewing, June
5-16
Qualitative Data Analysis With and Without Computers, July 3-14
Questionnaire Design, June 5-30
Statistical Analysis with Missing Data, July 3-28
Studying Change Over Time: Design, Analysis and Interpretation of
Longitudinal Surveys, June 5-30
Understanding and Interpreting Polls Workshop, June 19-23
Understanding Unit and Item Nonresponse, July 24-28
Web Survey Design and Implementation, July 10-14
Workshop in Survey Sampling Techniques, June 5-30
Several courses will be offered simultaneously in the Washington,
D.C. area at the University of Maryland in College Park through the
Joint
Program in Survey Methodology via a two-way interactive video system.
The
Summer Institute office can program further details about registration
for
these video courses, or you may contact the Joint Program directly at
(301) 314-7911.
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| Date: |
Thu, 6 Jan 2000 12:12:57
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| Subject: |
JOBS: Recruitment of
OBSSR/NIH Director
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The search for the new director of the Office of Behavioral and Social
Sciences
Research has been extended to March 1, 2000. The complete announcement
along
with application information can be viewed at
http://www1.od.nih.gov/ohrm/hrinfo/ses/vacancy/announcement/OD997145.html.
The Associate Director is responsible for (l) providing leadership and
direction
in the development, refinement and implementation of a trans-NIH plan
to
increase the scope and support of behavioral and social sciences
research; (2)
developing an overall strategy for expansion and integration across NIH
institutes and centers; (3) developing initiatives designed to
stimulate
behavioral and social sciences research and integrate a biobehavioral
perspective across the research areas of the NIH; (4) establishing and
maintaining organizational linkages on NIH behavioral and social
science
issues
across the DHHS, other Federal agencies, academic institutions and
health
organizations; (5) seeking advice and guidance from the behavioral and
social
sciences research community; (6) coordinating the development of NIH
policies,
goals and objectives; and (7) preparing periodic and special reports
including
reports to the President; the Secretary, DHHS; the Assistant Secretary
for
Health; the Congress; the research community; and the general public on
the
status of NIH efforts to develop, implement, refine and maintain
programs in
critical areas of research linking human behavior with the promotion of
health
and the prevention of disease. The Associate Director will serve as
principal
staff advisor to the Director, NIH, and as NIH spokesperson on matters
related
to behavioral and social sciences research.
Ronald P. Abeles, Ph.D.
Special Assistant to the Director
Office of Behavioral and Social Sciences Research
Office of the Director, National Institutes of Health
Gateway Building, Suite 2C234
7201 Wisconsin Avenue MSC 9205
Bethesda, MD 20892-9205 USA
NEW Phone, Fax, and E-mail Address:
Voice: 301-496-7859 Fax: 301-435-8779
Mobile: 703-587-8605
E-mail: abeles@nih.gov <mailto:abeles@nih.gov> or
abelesr@od.nih.gov
<mailto:abelesr@od.nih.gov>
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| Date: |
Mon, 10 Jan 2000 12:31:00
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| Subject: |
INFO: Upcoming Workshops
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The workshops described below may be of interest to you or some of your
colleagues.
Event: Psychologists in Practice: Meeting the Mental Health Needs of
Older
Adults and Their Families
Dates: Friday, March 24, 2000, 8:30 AM * 5:30 PM
Sponsored By: ASA's Mental Health and Aging Network
Co-Sponsored By: Division 20, APA
Location: San Diego, CA
Description: A Special Program held in conjunction with the 46th Annual
Meeting of the American Society on Aging
Contact: American Society on Aging (800) 537-9728
Email: info@asa.asaging.org
Event: Reminiscence and Life Review: Finding Meaning From the Past
Dates: Saturday, March 25, from 10:00 AM * 5:30 PM and Sunday March 26,
2000, from 10:30 AM * 12:00 PM
Sponsored By: ASA's Mental Health and Aging Network and the Archstone
Foundation
Co-Sponsored By: (your organization)
Location: San Diego, CA
Description: A Special Program held in conjunction with the 46th Annual
Meeting of the American Society on Aging
Contact: American Society on Aging (800) 537-9728
Email: info@asa.asaging.org
Steven H. Zarit, Ph.D.
Gerontology Center
Henderson S-105
Penn State University
University Park, PA 16802
Phone: +1 814-863-9980
FAX: +1 814-863-9423
Visit our websites: http://www.psu.edu/dept/HDFS
http://geron.psu.edu
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| Date: |
Wed, 12 Jan 2000 17:29:23
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| Subject: |
INFO: NACDA AGING DATA
UPDATE: CORRECTION TO RELEASE INFORMATION
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From: James McNally [SMTP:jmcnally@icpsr.umich.edu]
<mailto:[SMTP:jmcnally@icpsr.umich.edu]>
Sent: Wednesday, January 12, 2000 5:04 PM
CORRECTION AND UPDATE INFORMATION:
It has been brought to our attention that a recent information and
availability
release by NACDA regarding the THE NATIONAL SURVEY OF MIDLIFE
DEVELOPMENT IN THE
US (MIDUS) contained two information errors. The following corrections
are
being made to the release information provided in December of 1999.
1) Funding Source:
THE NATIONAL SURVEY OF MIDLIFE DEVELOPMENT IN THE US (MIDUS) IS FUNDED
BY THE JOHN D. AND CATHERINE T. MAC ARTHUR FOUNDATION.
The December release mistakenly attributed funding to the United States
government in the front heading rather than The Jonh D. and Catherine
T.
MacArthur Foundation as referenced in NOTE (2) of the release
information.
2) Twin Data Information: (PART 3)
The section should be corrected to read:
PART 3, TWINS DATA, PRESENTS DATA FROM A NATIONALLY REPRESENTATIVE
SURVEY OF 1,996 TWINS. THE TWIN RESPONDENTS WERE GIVEN THE SAME
ASSESSMENTS AS
THE MAIN AND SIBLINGS SAMPLES.
The data release abstract mistakenly reported that the twin sample was
drawn from the Main Respondents files.
NACDA appreciates the input of researchers who observed these
discrepancies
and apologizes for any inconvenience this may have caused. We encourage
the research community to address any concerns or questions regarding
data
on aging to NACDA at NACDA@icpsr.umich.edu
<mailto:NACDA@icpsr.umich.edu>
We also encourage you to visit the MIDMAC Resource Webpage at:
http://midmac.med.harvard.edu/ <http://midmac.med.harvard.edu/>
_________________________________________________________
NACDA's MISSION
"The National Archive of Computerized Data on Aging (NACDA), located
within
ICPSR, is funded by the National Institute on Aging. NACDA's mission is
to
advance research on aging by helping researchers to profit from the
under-exploited potential of a broad range of datasets. NACDA acquires
and
preserves data relevant to gerontological research, processing as
needed to
promote effective research use, disseminates them to researchers, and
facilitates their use. By preserving and making available the U.S.'s
largest
library of electronic data on aging, NACDA offers opportunities for
research on
major issues of scientific and policy relevance."
_______________________________________________________________
James W. McNally, Ph.D. Office: 734-998-9820
NACDA Director Fax: 734-998-9889
National Archive of Computerized Data on Aging
426 Thompson Street, email:jmcnally@icpsr.umich.edu
Ann Arbor MI 48109-1248 http://www.icpsr.umich.edu/NACDA
<http://www.icpsr.umich.edu/NACDA>
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| Date: |
Thu, 13 Jan 2000 11:28:47
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| Subject: |
JOBS: Research Associate,
Miami University of Ohio
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POSITION DESCRIPTION: RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
SCRIPPS GERONTOLOGY CENTER, MIAMI UNIVERSITY, OXFORD,
OH, 45056
The Scripps Gerontology Center seeks a Research Associate to coordinate
an
externally funded research project to implement and evaluate consumer
direction of home-based long-term care services; to serve as a
researcher
on a variety of long-term care studies, with tasks including
supervision of
data collection, data management, data analysis, supervision of
graduate
research assistants, and report preparation; and to assist Ohio
Long-Term
Care Project Directors with special projects, report preparation and
dissemination. The position requires experience in major aspects of the
research process, substantive knowledge in gerontology or a related
field,
knowledge of SPSSx or SAS, and excellent written and oral communication
skills. The opportunity to pursue independently funded research is
available. A Master's degree in gerontology or a related field is
required. The position is funded under the Ohio Long-Term Care Research
Project through June 30, 2001, with the potential for renewed funding.
To apply, send a resume or CV and a letter of application to:
Jane Straker, Chair
Research Associate Search Committee
Scripps Gerontology Center
Miami University
Oxford, OH 45056
or send Microsoft Word attachments to:
strakejk@muohio.edu
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| Date: |
Sun, 16 Jan 2000 14:26:17
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| Subject: |
AWARDS: New Division 20
Teaching Award
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Division 20 (Adult Development and Aging) of the APA is
pleased to announce a new teaching award for excellence
in graduate or undergraduate teaching. An award of
$500 and a plaque will be given to the award winner.
Faculty members in universities and four-year colleges
are eligible for nomination.The award announcement
can be found on the Division 20 website at
<http://www.iog.wayne.edu/apadiv20/20teachi.htm>. If you
have any questions, please contact Mary Ann Stephens
<mstephen@kent.edu> or Robin West <rwest@geron.ufl.edu>.
Nominations and supporting materials should be mailed to
Mary Ann Stephens by March 15, 2000.
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INSTITUTE WWW SITE: <http://www.aging.ufl.edu>
CENTER WWW SITE: <http://www.geron.ufl.edu>
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Robin Lea West: Director, Center for Gerontological Studies
Associate Director, Institute on Aging
EMAIL: rwest@geron.ufl.edu
Center for Gerontological Studies
P.O. Box 117335
2326 Turlington Hall
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL 32611-7335
PHONE (352)392-2116//FAX 392-8524
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| Date: |
Mon, 17 Jan 2000 20:48:37
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| Subject: |
JOBS: Tenure-track
Asst/Assoc Position at Georgetown U
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Replies and queries to Darlene Howard (howardd@georgetown.edu).
Psychology Department Georgetown University Search for Tenure-track
Professor
Georgetown University invites applications for a tenure-track
professorship
at the assistant or associate level in the Psychology Department, to
begin
fall 2000. Qualifications include a completed Ph.D. with specialization
in any of the following areas: cognitive psychology, cognitive
neuroscience, cognitive development, and cognitive aging. Teaching
excellence, demonstrated scholarship desirable; ability to teach either
general psychology or research methods desirable. Salary competitive
and
commensurate with qualifications and experience. The department
curriculum
will offer BA and BS undergraduate degrees; the department is
reorganizing
its graduate program to emphasize interdisciplinary links with other
areas
of strength at Georgetown.
The search committee will begin its review of applications after
January
31, 2000 and will continue to accept applications until the position is
filled.
Georgetown is a Catholic, Jesuit University and an EO/AA employer.
Those interested in the position should send a letter of application,
together with a curriculum vitae, relevant publications and names of
references to: Michael J. Garanzini, S.J., Ph.D., Acting Chair,
Department
of Psychology, Georgetown University, Washington, D.C. 20057-1001.
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| Date: |
Mon, 17 Jan 2000 20:49:02
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| Subject: |
JOBS: Department Chair
Search at Georgetown University
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Replies and queries to Darlene Howard (howardd@georgetown.edu).
Psychology Department Chair Search: Georgetown University
Georgetown University invites applications for the position of
Psychology
Department Chair. It is expected that the appointment will be at the
rank
of professor.
The University seeks a distinguished scholar and teacher who can
provide
skillful academic leadership.
The specific field of specialization is open. The department is
reorganizing its graduate program to emphasize interdisciplinary links
with
other areas of strength at Georgetown.
The search committee will begin its review of applications after
January
31, 2000 and will continue to accept applications until the position is
filled.
Georgetown is a Catholic, Jesuit University and an EO/AA employer.
Those interested in the position should send a letter of application,
together with a curriculum vitae, relevant publications and names of
references to: Michael J. Garanzini, S.J., Ph.D., Acting Chair,
Department
of Psychology, Georgetown University, Washington, D.C. 20057-1001.
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| Date: |
Thu, 20 Jan 2000 22:33:58
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| Subject: |
FUNDING: RFA Testing
Interventions to Improve Adherence to
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Testing Interventions to Improve Adherence to Pharmacological Treatment
Regimens
NIH Guide to Grants and Contracts, Release Date January 19, 2000
RFA: OD-00-006
http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-OD-00-006.html
<http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-OD-00-006.html>
Letter of Intent Receipt Date: March 6, 2000
Application Receipt Date: April 6, 2000
The Office of Behavioral and Social Sciences Research, National Cancer
Institute, National Human Genome Research Institute, National Heart,
Lung,
Blood
Institute, National Institute on Aging, National Institute on Alcohol
Abuse
and
Alcoholism , National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and
Skin
Diseases, National Institute of Child Health and Human Development,
National
Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, National Institute of
Diabetes
and Digestive Disorders and Kidney Disease, National Institute on Drug
Abuse,
National Institute of Mental Health, and the National Institute of
Nursing
Research invite applications for research project (R01) grants in order
to
encourage behavioral and social research on the effectiveness of
interventions
to improve adherence to therapeutic regimens in various settings.
Applications in response to this RFA must propose research on adherence
to
therapeutic treatment regimens where:
1) the therapeutic regimen includes a pharmacological treatment;
2) the therapeutic regimen must be for an existing illness or
condition,
whether acute or chronic, as opposed to a health promotion regimen;
3) the adherence intervention has been (a) demonstrated to be
efficacious
in controlled settings (e.g., laboratories, clinical trials), (b)
tested only
with limited populations (e.g., small samples or samples from
restricted
populations) or with short periods of follow-up, or (c) researched on a
health
condition or treatment regimen different from that in the proposed
research;
4) the adherence intervention targets individuals, formal or informal
health-care providers, and/or the social or institutional environment;
and
5) there are measurements of (a) the delivery of the specified
therapeutic
regimen and adherence intervention (i.e., treatment fidelity) and of
(b)
adherence to the regimen.
In addition, applicants are encouraged to investigate how to adjust
interventions to take into account the characteristics of different
populations
as well as people suffering from and receiving treatments for multiple
acute
and/or chronic illnesses and conditions. This RFA is an opportunity to
conduct
research cutting across the traditional boundaries of responsibility of
the
participating NIH Institutes and Centers (ICs).
The complete RFA is available at:
http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-OD-00-006.html
<http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-OD-00-006.html>
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INQUIRIES
Dr. Ronald P. Abeles
Office of Behavioral and Social Sciences Research
National Institutes of Health
Gateway Building, Rm. 2C234
7201 Wisconsin Ave., MSC 9205
Bethesda, MD 20892-9205
Telephone: 301-496-7859
Fax: 301-435-8779
E-mail: Abeles@nih.gov <mailto:Abeles@nih.gov>
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| Date: |
Thu, 20 Jan 2000 22:38:04
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| Subject: |
CONFERENCES: Women's
Contributions to Culture, Wisdom,
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The Women's Studies Program at Mississippi State University announces
a Call for Papers for a Conference on:
We Are the Stories We Tell: Women's Contributions to Culture, Wisdom,
and
Oral Traditions.
May 18-21, 2000
at Mississippi State University, Mississippi State, MS 39762
Suggested topics include:
Wisdom and the oral tradition
Stories, myths, and legends by and/or about women
Autobiographies
Oral histories
Women's personal identity and multiple identities in stories
Women's Wisdoom
Defining wisdom:Cross-cultural perspectives
Wisdom and cognition
Wisdom through arts and literature
Wisdom of authority
Wisdom of experience
Narratives Across the Lifespan
Childen, young adults, and older women's stories
Generativity and the passing of stories of wisdom
Subthemes - The Wise Matriarch
- The Witch
- The Useless Old Lady
Cross-Cultural Perceptions and Representations of Wisdom
What wisdom do women dispense?
The elderly and wisdom in stories
Cultural Traditions Surrounding Female Authority
Political figures
Ritualist leaders
Women as political heirs
(Inheritance of leadership from fathers, husbands, etc.)
What stories do people tell of women who challenge or reinforce
authority?
Send three copies of a one-page abstract or proposal to:
Dr. Carolyn Bryant, Conference Chair
The Ellen Bryant Center for Women's Studies and Women's Resource Center
P.O. Box 5226, Mississippi State, MS 39762
Tel. No. 662-325-1466
Fax No. 662-325-1359
Email: womensstudies@org.msstate.edu
Carolyn Adams-Price is a co-chair, and would also be happy to answer
questions about this conference. Her email address is
cea1@ra.msstate.edu
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Michael Marsiske
Institute on Aging
University of Florida
1329 SW 16th Street, Box 100177
Gainesville, FL 32610-0177
phone: (352) 395-8036
fax: (352) 395-8047
email: marsiske@hpe.ufl.edu
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| Date: |
Fri, 21 Jan 2000 14:43:55
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| Subject: |
INFO: PhD Recruitment
Fellowships Available
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Dear Colleagues,
The College of Family Life at Utah State University has four graduate
fellowships available for the 2000-20001 academic year. The purpose of
the
fellowships is to recruit outstanding PhD students or students in MS
thesis
(Plan A) programs.
• target criteria for fellowships include:
- a 3.5 or higher cumulative grade point average for the
last 60 semester credits,
- GRE or GMAT scores at or above the 70th percentile (a
lower verbal score for an international student may be offset by higher
quantitative and analytical scores)
- exceptional reference letters
- GRE analytical scores should also be considered, as well
as any other indicators of exceptional promise as a graduate student,
such
as prior research experience.
• For exceptional PhD students, a two-year commitment may be made
(contingent upon the availability of funds), with the concurrence of
the
graduate dean at the time of the initial recruitment award
Although the application deadline for our graduate program in Family
and
Human Development was Jan 15, late applications of outstanding students
are
often still considered.
For more information, please contact Silvia Sorensen at
sorensen@cc.usu.edu
or (435)797-1696 or Randy Jones at rjones @cc.usu.edu or (435)
797-1553.
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Michael Marsiske
Institute on Aging
University of Florida
1329 SW 16th Street, Box 100177
Gainesville, FL 32610-0177
phone: (352) 395-8036
fax: (352) 395-8047
email: marsiske@hpe.ufl.edu
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| Date: |
Fri, 21 Jan 2000 15:25:39
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| Subject: |
CONFERENCES: Cognitive
Aging Program now online
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CONTACT: anderson.smith@cos.gatech.edu
Cognitive Aging Conference 2000 Update
The abstracts scheduled for presentation at the Cognitive Aging
Conference
in April are now listed on the Conference webpage (added at 4:30 PM on
1/21/00). If you submitted an abstract and it is not listed, or if
there
are errors in the authors or title for your presentation, please
contact
the conference coordinator immeidately.
The spoken program (eight sessions) will be up on the website very
soon.
All but one session is complete and we are waiting an acceptance of one
more invited overview speaker before releasing the spoken program.
The program again looks very exciting -- Make sure to register for the
conference and reserve your room at the Conference hotel ASAP. There
are
a limitmed number of spaces. For our international registrants, we
still
hope to get VISA registration in the next two weeks. ... All
information is
on the website.
URL - http://www.cos.gatech.edu/cac/cac2000.html
Anderson Smith
Conference Coordinator
Georgia Institute of Technology
anderson.smith@cos.gatech.edu
FAX: (404) 894-7466
PHONE: (404) 894-3300CONTACT: anderson.smith@cos.gatech.edu
PHONE: (404) 894-3300
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Michael Marsiske
Institute on Aging
University of Florida
1329 SW 16th Street, Box 100177
Gainesville, FL 32610-0177
phone: (352) 395-8036
fax: (352) 395-8047
email: marsiske@hpe.ufl.edu
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| Date: |
Sat, 22 Jan 2000 10:21:36
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| Subject: |
JOBS: Duke Post-Doc
Program
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Duke University Seeks Postdocs for Research Training Program in Aging
The Duke University Center for the Study of Aging and Human Development
offers
postdoctoral research training to support individuals with research
career
interests in the biomedical, behavioral, and social science aspects of
aging.
Applicants must have a completed doctoral degree before joining the
program.
Stipends vary from $26,256 to $41,268 depending on the number of years
of
relevant postdoctoral experience. The program also provides health
insurance for
the fellow, a modest research budget, and partial travel support
typically
apply
for two years of training, as the program is designed to be a two-year
program.
Applicants must have a completed doctoral degree when joining the
program. All
course work must be completed, and if applying as a Ph.D., final orals
must be
passed, and the dissertation signed before fellows can begin the
program.
One of
the Duke faculty will sponsor the fellow and act as their mentor.
Applicants
must be citizens of the United States, or have been lawfully admitted
to the
United States for permanent residence.
Applications must be received by April 1,2000
For more information: http://www.geri.duke.edu/educate/rtp.html
<http://www.geri.duke.edu/educate/rtp.html>
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| Date: |
Mon, 24 Jan 2000 12:37:14
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| Subject: |
JOBS: Postdocs at
VA-Durham
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POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS IN PRIMARY CARE HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH
DURHAM
VA MEDICAL CENTER
The Center for Health Services Research in Primary Care at the Durham
VA
Medical center offers support for up to two postdoctoral fellowship in
health services research. Fellows are expected to engage in applied
research with the assistance of a preceptor. Current research interests
include, but are not limited to: epidemiological studies of disease
among veterans, access to care and health outcomes, decision modeling
of
preventive health screening strategies, use of permutation testing for
statistical analyses, forecasting ambulatory care utilization,
evaluating costs and patterns of inpatients, outpatient, and extended
care utilization for acute and chronic conditions, and assessing
patient
preferences and quality of life.
The fellowship term in one year, usually beginning October 1, but a
second year is possible. Annual stipend is $34,000. U.S. citizenship
and completed Ph.D. are required.
Applicants should send; curriculum vitae, three letter of references,
and a cover letter describing research interests, fellowship goals, and
career goals by April 1 to:
--
Hayden B. Bosworth, Ph.D.
Health Scientist
Veterans Affairs Medical Center (152)
Assistant Research Professor of Medicine
Assistant Research Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
Duke University Medical Center
508 Fulton St.
Durham, NC 27705
(O): (919) 286-0411 ext. 7101 or
(O): (919) 286 6936
(F): (919) 416-5836
http://hsrd.durham.med.va.gov/
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| Date: |
Thu, 27 Jan 2000 13:30:33
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| Subject: |
JOBS: Boston University
Post-doctoral traineeships in aging
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From: Martha Bonney [SMTP:mbonney@MAXWELL.SYR.EDU]
<mailto:[SMTP:mbonney@MAXWELL.SYR.EDU]>
Sent: Tuesday, January 25, 2000 2:35 PM
To: ECNAGING@LISTSERV.SYR.EDU
<mailto:ECNAGING@LISTSERV.SYR.EDU>
| Subject: |
Boston University
Post-doctoral traineeships in aging
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Subject: Boston University Post-doctoral traineeships in aging
Post Doctoral Traineeships 2000-2002
Boston University offers NIA-funded post doctoral traineeships.
Multidisciplinary training opportunities in aging emphasizing
socio-behavioral
sciences including Physical Functioning and Health Status;
Personality, Memory, and Cognition; Social and Economic Challenges of
Aging
Society.
Post-doctoral stipends $27,720 - 32,700 plus tuition for 1 four credit
course.
Independent research under supervision of experienced researchers,
participation
in integrative seminars, and formal courses. *Minority applicants
highly
encouraged to apply. Must be a legal U.S. resident.
For information contact: Karen Johnston, Boston University Gerontology
Center;
53 Bay State Road, Boston, MA 02215; Phone: (617) 353-5045, Fax:
(617) 353-5047; or email: kjohnsto@bu.edu
<mailto:kjohnsto@bu.edu>
<mailto:kjohnsto@bu.edu <mailto:kjohnsto@bu.edu> >.
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| Date: |
Thu, 27 Jan 2000 13:30:33
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| Subject: |
INFO: OAA Action Alert
from APA
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Attached please find a copy of the Action Alert we would like to be
sent out
to Division 20. The Action Alert is in regards to the Older Americans
Act.
At the request of the APA Education Advocacy staff, the committee
included
numerous provisions that reference the importance of mental health
services
and promote the use of theses services for older persons.
Unfortunately,
the current battle in Congress is in regards to funding the bill. For
this
reason, we have sent out the Action Alert to hopefully prompt
individuals to
send letters to their Congressperson who sits on the committee.
Jean Nussbaum
Legislative Assistant of Education Policy
Public Policy Office
American Psychological Association
750 First Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002-4242
(202) 312-6483
(202) 336-6063 fax
jnussbaum@apa.org
Web http://www.apa.org/ppo/
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American Psychological Association
Public Policy Action Network
January 26, 2000
NOTE: This alert is being sent out to two separate lists. There is a
chance that an individual will receive this alert twice. We apologize
in
advance if this occurs, and we are sorry for any inconvenience it may
cause.
ACTION ALERT ON THE OLDER AMERICANS ACT (OAA)
OPPORTUNITY TO ENHANCE MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES & TRAINING
The House Committee on Education and the Workforce has approved a bill
(H.R.
782) that would reauthorize the Older Americans Act for another five
years.
The bill would authorize funding of up to $1.44 billion in FY 2000 for
programs enhancing health, lifestyle, and employment for seniors.
AT THE REQUEST OF THE APA EDUCATION ADVOCACY STAFF, THE COMMITTEE
INCLUDED
NUMEROUS PROVISIONS THAT REFERENCE THE IMPORTANCE OF MENTAL HEALTH
SERVICES
AND PROMOTE THE USE OF THESE SERVICES FOR OLDER PERSONS. IN ADDITION,
THERE
IS A PROVISION THAT ESTABLISHES A PROGRAM FOR TRAINING IN
GEROPSYCHOLOGY.
On the Senate side, a bill (S. 1536) was introduced on August 5, 1999,
by
Senator Mike DeWine, Chair of the Aging Subcommittee of the Health,
Education, Labor and Pensions Committee to reauthorize the Older
Americans
Act. This bill, which has not yet seen Committee action, also allows
for
workforce education and training to serve older persons. As requested
by
APA, it specifically includes a provision for graduate (including
postdoctoral) training of psychologists and other mental health
professionals to specialize in aging.
THE PROBLEM
The central battle with OAA is about money. Currently, a limited group
of
beneficiaries (primarily private agencies) receive most of the
employment
training money. Some in Congress believe that the employment funds
should
go to the states, who would then decide how to distribute the money.
Those
opposed to funding changes are blocking action in both houses of
Congress.
Psychologists and others who would benefit from the significant
improvements
in the House bill, want the reauthorization to take place this
Congress.
Considering our nation's changing demographics and increasing
longevity, it
is vital for Congress to reauthorize and improve our nation's programs
for
older persons.
ACTION NEEDED
Please download the sample letter below which urges members of Congress
to
act on this legislation now and send it IMMEDIATELY to your Senator who
is a
member of the Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions
(HELP), and
to the Chair, James Jeffords (R-VT) and Ranking Member, Ted Kennedy
(D-MA).
You can find the names of the Senators on the HELP Committee by going
to the
following Web site: http://congress.nw.dc.us/apa/congdir.html
SAMPLE LETTER
[Date]
The Honorable Senator [Name]
United States Senate
Washington, D.C. 20510
Dear Senator [Name]:
I am writing as a constituent and as a psychologist to ask for your
support
for S. 1536, a bill to reauthorize the Older Americans Act. This
legislation provides vital services to older persons across the nation.
As
a psychologist working with the elderly, I know first hand about the
importance of the resources provided through this legislation for
residents
throughout the state. The Older Americans Act has enabled states and
communities to develop a comprehensive system of services to the
elderly
that promotes independent living and provides an array of direct
services
and assistance as needed.
Moreover, the reauthorization bill introduced by Senator Mike DeWine
(R-OH)
in August includes an important provision that will make it possible
for
universities and other institutions of higher education to provide
mental
health training that focuses on the special concerns of older persons.
This
much-needed provision comes at a critical time. The growing elderly
population is threatening to overwhelm health care providers in all
relevant
disciplines, but most especially in the field of mental health. Without
an
adequate number of psychologists trained to work with older persons,
access
to mental health care will continue to be severely limited.
Mental and physical wellness is the key to longer more productive lives
for
all of us. Geropsychologists (psychologists who specialize in the area
of
aging) are especially trained to assess the cognitive, social and
psychological status of older persons. They plan and implement
interventions
that deal with such mental and behavioral disorders as depression,
memory
loss, incontinence, and adherence to medication regimens. Through an
emphasis on "healthy aging", geropyschologists help older persons live
healthier, happier and more productive lives. This also results in less
medical utilization and lower health care costs.
I urge you to support S. 1536 when it comes up for consideration in the
Senate this year. This legislation will help address the growing
shortage of
psychologists and other mental health professionals trained to provide
services to the elderly.
Sincerely,
Name/Title
Members of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee
REPUBLICANS: (10)
Jim Jeffords (VT), Chair
Judd Gregg (NH)
Bill Frist (TN)
Mike DeWine (OH)
Michael Enzi (WY)
Tim Hutchinson (AR)
Susan Collins (ME)
Sam Brownback (KS)
Chuck Hagel (NE)
Jeff Sessions (AL)
DEMOCRATS: (8)
Edward Kennedy (MA), Rnk. Mem.
Christopher Dodd (CT)
Tom Harkin (IA)
Barbara Mikulski (MD)
Jeff Bingaman (NM)
Paul David Wellstone (MN)
Patty Murray (WA)
Jack Reed (RI)
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Michael Marsiske
Institute on Aging
University of Florida
1329 SW 16th Street, Box 100177
Gainesville, FL 32610-0177
phone: (352) 395-8036
fax: (352) 395-8047
email: marsiske@hpe.ufl.edu
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| Date: |
Thu, 27 Jan 2000 13:30:33
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| Subject: |
JOBS: Boston University
Post-doctoral traineeships in aging
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From: Martha Bonney [SMTP:mbonney@MAXWELL.SYR.EDU]
<mailto:[SMTP:mbonney@MAXWELL.SYR.EDU]>
Sent: Tuesday, January 25, 2000 2:35 PM
To: ECNAGING@LISTSERV.SYR.EDU
<mailto:ECNAGING@LISTSERV.SYR.EDU>
| Subject: |
Boston University
Post-doctoral traineeships in aging
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Subject: Boston University Post-doctoral traineeships in aging
Post Doctoral Traineeships 2000-2002
Boston University offers NIA-funded post doctoral traineeships.
Multidisciplinary training opportunities in aging emphasizing
socio-behavioral
sciences including Physical Functioning and Health Status;
Personality, Memory, and Cognition; Social and Economic Challenges of
Aging
Society.
Post-doctoral stipends $27,720 - 32,700 plus tuition for 1 four credit
course.
Independent research under supervision of experienced researchers,
participation
in integrative seminars, and formal courses. *Minority applicants
highly
encouraged to apply. Must be a legal U.S. resident.
For information contact: Karen Johnston, Boston University Gerontology
Center;
53 Bay State Road, Boston, MA 02215; Phone: (617) 353-5045, Fax:
(617) 353-5047; or email: kjohnsto@bu.edu
<mailto:kjohnsto@bu.edu>
<mailto:kjohnsto@bu.edu <mailto:kjohnsto@bu.edu> >.
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| Date: |
Fri, 28 Jan 2000 10:36:12
-0500
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| Subject: |
INFO: Graduate training in
cognitive aging, Univ. New Hampshire
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GRADUATE PROGRAM IN PSYCHOLOGY
AT THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW HAMPSHIRE
The University of New Hampshire offers a doctoral degree in
General-Experimental Psychology with specialization in Developmental,
Cognition, or one of four other areas (Behavior Analysis,
Physiological,
Social/Personality, History of Psychology). Students interested in
Cognitive Aging may specialize in either Developmental or Cognitive
Psychology. The overarching goal of the program is to train academic
psychologists who can teach effectively and develop a research program
in
one of the specialty area. Although some graduates seek employment
outside
academia, the program is oriented toward developing the skills required
by
the research psychologist who intends to become a college or university
teacher. Toward this end, graduate students (1) complete coursework
reflecting the diversity of the field of psychology, (2) participate in
a
teaching practicum during their third year, and (3) become a research
apprentice within one of the specialty areas. Students can expect to
receive assistantships that provide funding for at least four years,
contingent on adequate progress in the program.
To request an application, contact Ms. Donna Hardy, Department of
Psychology, Conant Hall, University of New Hampshire, Durham, NH 03824
(or
dlhardy@hopper.unh.edu). To get further information about graduate
training in Cognitive Aging, contact Liz Stine-Morrow
(eals@hypatia.unh.edu). The deadline for receipt of applications is
February 15, but exceptional candidates will be considered after that
date.
********************************
Elizabeth A. L. Stine-Morrow
Department of Psychology
Conant Hall
University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH 03824
(603) 862-3806 (office)
(603) 862-1056 (lab)
(603) 862-4986 (fax)
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| Date: |
Fri, 28 Jan 2000 12:51:39
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| Subject: |
CONFERENCES: Celebrating
the Career of Hayne W. Reese
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A Conference Celebrating the Career of Hayne W. Reese
In recognition of the influential career of Hayne W. Reese, Centennial
Professor of Psychology, the Department of Psychology and the Eberly
College of Arts and Sciences, West Virginia University, are sponsoring
an
international conference on behavior theory and philosophy. The
conference
includes two full days of scholarly presentations and commentaries, two
evening receptions, and a gala dinner at the historic Clarion Hotel
Morgan.
To find more information about the conference, including registration,
please see our Web page:
<http://www.as.wvu.edu/btp/>http://www.as.wvu.edu/btp/
JoNell Strough, Ph.D.
Department of Psychology
West Virginia University
Box 6040
Morgantown, WV 26506-6040
Phone: (304) 293-2001 extension 648
Fax: (304) 293-6606
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| Date: |
Fri, 28 Jan 2000 16:27:15
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| Subject: |
INFO: New improved website
on Trends in Health and Aging
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FYI
New improved website on Trends in Health and Aging
http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/about/otheract/aging/trendsoverview.htm
This site was developed by NCHS with the support of the National
Institute
on Aging. It is specifically designed to show trends in
health-related behaviors, health status, health care utilization, and
cost
of care for the older population in the United States.
If you have any problems downloading the browser or using the web
server,
please call or e-mail Harold Lentzner at NCHS (phone: 301-458 4351 or
hrl1@cdc.gov <mailto:hrl1@cdc.gov> ).
=================================================
Michael Marsiske
Institute on Aging
University of Florida
1329 SW 16th Street, Box 100177
Gainesville, FL 32610-0177
phone: (352) 395-8036
fax: (352) 395-8047
email: marsiske@hpe.ufl.edu
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| Date: |
Fri, 28 Jan 2000 17:19:02
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| Subject: |
CONFERENCES: AGHE's
Meeting at the Beach!!!
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Hi Everyone!!!
I am sure this winter weather has caused everyone to yearn for the
beach!!!
I just wanted to remind you of the early bird registration deadline of
February 8th for AGHE's 26th Annual Meeting in Myrtle Beach. The hotel
has
extended its registration deadline for hotel reservations (to be
counted
under AGHE's room block) to February 8th as well. Please let me know if
you
need any further information. Please remember if you are calling your
hotel
reservations in to call: 1-800-996-3426 or (843) 449-5000.
I also wanted to let you know that it is not too late to exhibit at our
meeting. If you are interested or know anyone who is, please contact
either
myself or Judith Sugar (jsugar@unr.edu).
I am looking forward to seeing you in February...Stay warm!!!
Cathy
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| Date: |
Mon, 31 Jan 2000 12:16:23
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| Subject: |
CONFERENCES: Cognitive
Aging Conference Update
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Reply to: anderson.smith@cos.gatech.edu
COGNITIVE AGING CONFERENCE UPDATE
Some people have been having problems when making reservations at the
Renaissance Atlanta Downtown hotel, the site of CAC2000. There are
large
conventions before and after the conference at higher hotel rates, so
if
people try to register for the $105 rate for dates other earlier or
later
than the conference dates, the registration people will indicate there
are
no rooms available. Rooms are still available on the nights of the
conference. But be warned! City-wide medical conventions can take up
most
of Atlanta's rooms, so please reserve your room if you haven't done so.
You still may be able to extend your stay if rooms are available, but
you
need to indicate to whoever answers the phone that that would not be
part
of the CAC group. The hotel is trying to fix the problem so people
won't
be misled. We're sorry for any inconvenience.
Also, the final spoken program for the conference will be up next week.
We
are still working on finalizing our overview speakers.
Confernce web page: http://www.cos.gatech.edu/cac/cac2000.html
page: http://www.cos.gatech.edu/cac/cac2000.html
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Michael Marsiske
Institute on Aging
University of Florida
1329 SW 16th Street, Box 100177
Gainesville, FL 32610-0177
phone: (352) 395-8036
fax: (352) 395-8047
email: marsiske@hpe.ufl.edu
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