The Counseling Psychology Graduate Student Organization of
The University of Akron
What is CPGSO?
CPGSO is the organization of students at the University of Akron's Counseling Psychology Collaborative Program, and is made up of graduate students from both the Department of Counseling and Special Education and the Department of Psychology.
Here's what CPGSO has to offer:
-network/mentorship with students and faculty from both departments
-opportunities for professional development through workshops and informal brownbag lunches
-opportunities to get involved in your graduate career through participation in various committees
-reimbursement for some of your conference and workshop expenses
CPGSO Events
Throughout the semester, CPGSO holds several informal Brown Bag and Brown Napkin seminars in order to promote professional development. They provide a great opportunity to learn from the experiences of both professionals in the field and fellow students.
Brown Bag: There are a number of brown bags in store so keep checking your email!
Comps Sharing Event:
The annual comps sharing event took place Monday, October 22 at 6 PM.
If you were unable to attend this event but would like access to the information shared contact Megan Shiles (CPSGSO president).
Example Cover Letter and CV for applying to practicum sites
The links below will take you to an example cover letter and an example CV that may be helpful guides as you prepare your own cover letters and CV for applying to practicum sites. Please click on the links below to access these examples. Also, advanced students are often happy to share their past cover letters and CVs so asking around for additional examples if you are interested in them is a good idea.
Links to useful information for counseling psychology students
American Psychological Association
American Counseling Association
APA's Division 17: Counseling Psychology
Association of Psychology Postdoctoral and Internship Centers
The Society for Teaching Psychology
Resources
APPIC Internship Hours Tracking File (excel spreadsheet)
Past comp questions-August 2003 (word doc).
Past comp questions-August 2004 (word doc).
Past comp questions-August 2005 (word doc).
CPGSO Jan.25,2006 Meeting Minutes (word doc).
Journal of Counseling and Development Comps Reading List (word doc).
Click here to view the CPSGO constitution (pdf file)
The views and opinions expressed in this page are solely those of the page author. The contents of this page have not been reviewed or approved by the University of Akron. CPGSO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation national origin, sex or age.
pages updated: 10.29.2007