School of Psychology and Counseling

Info & Updates

November 17, 2008

Dr. Rosemarie HughesThe Dean's Desktop

Dear Students:

I got out of sequence last week because of the election, but now I am completing the prayer model this week.

In our A-C-T-S model of prayer, S is for Supplication (Adoration, Confession, and Thanksgiving precede), defined in one dictionary as, “humble and earnest prayer,” and I have added, where we are asking for needs to be fulfilled.

Two components, then, mark supplication, with the first being humility.  How do we work the balance between humility and stepping forth and praying in public? There are two sides to lack of humility in prayer. I shamefully admit that I have seen public prayer that is anything but humble, and, on the other hand, have seen people too frightened to speak out in public what the Holy Spirit has put on their hearts.  Fortunately, most prayer is genuinely humble, but sometimes human pride enters in the form of who can be louder, more eloquent, pray longer, or display Bible knowledge.  Sometimes what begins as prayer ends as a mini-sermon.  On the converse, it is also pride that keeps us from sharing aloud to benefit others, as we deem that we know what is better for us (keeping quiet) than God.

The second dimension is earnest—one would assume that prayer is from the heart, authentic, genuine and sincere.  However, I suspect we all have times when we are supposed to be agreeing with someone in prayer and we are instead thinking of our next thing to do, or daydreaming, or thinking of what we will say next.  We are anything but earnest at that point.

  What is prayer NOT to be? That is hard to say.  We pray from many motivations—caring and concern, desperation, wanting things to happen a certain way, or looking for a change in a situation.  We pray for blessings for ourselves and others. We pray for guidance and wisdom.  Parking spaces. There is no end to what we pray for.  The Bible is full of prayers, most notably Psalms, which has been called the Prayer Book of the Church.

The Lord’s Prayer seems to be the perfect prayer. I have recently come into a re-appreciation of the power of those 70 (depending upon which version you use) words.  For one thing, it crosses Christian denominational barriers. If people do not know any other memorized prayer, they know that one.  Each line is perfect for meditation.  For example, you can do an entire study on “Our Father” alone. 

What is central, no matter the circumstances, is that we remember to pray at all times, and to give glory to God.

In prayer for you,
Dr. Rosemarie Scotti Hughes

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HRCA Second General Membership Meeting

What: Hampton Roads Counselors Association Second General Membership Meeting: Dessert Reception

When: Tuesday, December 2, 1:00 PM

Where: Classroom Building, Room 107

Cost: No charge for members. Guests- $5.00

RSVP: Email reservations to HRCA secretary Lisa Randles by Wednesday, November 26

Program
Topic: The Changing Pressures of Adolescents in Our Culture
Speaker: Dr. Rosemary Thompson
Charity: HomesForKids, Priscilla Monti, Community Relations Coordinator

Visit the Website at http://hrcounselors.googlepages.com

Grant Opportunity

Eligibility: College students or student groups
Deadline: Dec. 12, 2008
Funds: Varies

The Clinton Global Initiative University program, which is open to college students and student groups, is an initiative this is part of the William J. Clinton Foundation. This program is dedicated to the distinct potential that young people and higher educational institutions have to make a difference on their campuses and beyond. President Clinton will host the second annual meeting of the Clinton Global Initiative University, and it will take place at the University of Texas at Austin, from Feb. 13 through Feb. 15, 2009. The goal of the meeting is to bring together young leaders, university presidents, and activists to address pressing global challenges in the areas of education, energy and climate change, global health, human rights and peace, and poverty alleviation. Attending CGI U is free, and travel assistance is available for those who qualify. CGI U actively seeks a range of students who have a variety of experiences, interests, talents, and goals. If you have any questions about the Clinton Global Initiative University program, send an email.

For more information, see this website.

National International Education Week

Student Services is holding some special events for International Education Week from November 17 - 21.

Mon, Nov 17 - International Festival Promotion in the Student Center Lobby

Tues, Nov 18 - National Garb Day

Wed, Nov 19 - Common Questions about American English
Asian Chef's Palate and ISO's International Bake Sale at the Ordinary

Thurs, Nov 20 - Money Managing Tips for International Students
Information Session: Optional Practical Training Employment Benefit

Fri, Nov 21 - Ping-Pong Tournament
Information Session: Curricular Practical Training Employment Benefit

For details and for the full list of events, see this flyer

Trauma Training

The university has established the Center for Trauma Studies (CTS), which is starting certification training courses for the Green Cross in the area of Trauma and PTSD through our affiliation with the Figley Institute.  

Remaining certification trainings for the semester are:

Disaster Stress and Trauma:
Friday, November 21 and Saturday, November 22, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. in CRB 228

Trauma Training: Orientation to Global Aid Network and Orientation to Operation Blessing:
Friday, December 5th, 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. in CRB 228

Assessment and Treatment of PTSD:
Saturday, December 6th, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. in CRB 228

For more information including fees and to register, see this form.

Health Counseling & Wellness Course

SPC Students,

The following elective course is being offered this spring term --  COUN 575 Special Topic:  Health Counseling & Wellness (3 credits). 

It is a distance course and is open to all SPC students.  You may register for the course in Genisys. 

The CRN is  40621. 

 

Upcoming Events

Date Title Speaker Time Location
Nov 14 "Diversity in Testing & Assessment: Where are the People?" Janet Helms, PhD. 2:00 - 4:00 PM Moot Courtroom
Dec 05 "Rural Psychology" Clark Campbell, Ph.D., A.B.P.P. 2:00-4:00 PM Moot Courtroom
Jan 23 TBA Benson G. Cooke, Ed.D 2:00-4:00 PM Moot Courtroom
Feb 27 "Sacred Matters: Toward a Non-Reductionistic Theory of Spirituality" Kenneth Pargament, PhD. 2:00-4:00 PM Moot Courtroom
March 20 "A Unified, Transdiagostic Treatment for Emotional Disorders" David Barlow, Ph.D., A.B.P.P. 2:00-4:00 PM Moot Courtroom
See this page for more information.

Date Title Speaker Time Location
*12/04/08 "Sex Offenders: Do Psychologists Facilitate Second Chances?" Dr. Lee Underwood
Mrs. Brooke Lloyd
12:00-1:00pm CRB 237
01/15/09 "Where is Home?: Understanding, Appreciating, and Supporting Third Culture Kids" Ms. Emily Hervey 12:00-1:00pm CRB TBA
01/26/09 "Working with Clients with Physical Disabilities" Ms. Amanda Trent
Ms. Christina Downing
12:00-1:00pm CRB TBA
02/19/09 "Racial Identity and Its Impact on African American Youth" Ms. Anica Mulzac 12:00-1:00pm CRB TBA
03/19/09 "Incorporating Physical Health into Mental Health Treatments" Ms. Amanda Johnson 12:00-1:00pm CRB TBA
*03/31/09 "Child Abuse Awareness: A Time to ACT Now" Dr. Vickey Maclin
Ms. Jennifer Stelmach
12:00-1:00pm CRB TBA
*04/09/09 "A Psycho-Educational Approach to Substance Abuse and Recovery within the Christian Community" Dr. Denise Biron
Mrs. Lori Hall
Ms. Jessica Hatcher
12:00-1:00pm CRB TBA
*05/21/09 "Cultural Diversity and Multicultural Sensitivity with the U.S. Military Dr. Joseph Francis
Ms. Laurie Barwick
12:00-1:00pm CRB TBA

* Note: One hour of Continuing Education Credit is available
Get More Information or Register for an Event


Center for Student Development Workshops
Date
Title
Speaker
Time
Location
Nov 17 Lunch with a Professor: Dr. Judy Johnson Dr. Judy Johnson Noon - 1:00 PM Fountain View Room, inside the Ordinary
Nov 19 Common Questions About American English (for International students only) Marty Dignard Noon - 1:00 PM Fountain View Room, inside the Ordinary
Dec 8 Habits of the Heart 4: Solitude/Meditation Corne Bekker Noon - 1:00 PM Fountain View Room, inside the Ordinary

For more information, and to register for any event, go to:

http://www.regent.edu/admin/stusrv/student_dev/training/

SPC COGS Fall 2008 Events
Date/Time
Event
Location

Saturday, Dec. 6th
8:00PM-1:00AM

Annual Christmas Ball

Library Atrium


For more information, contact
Brooke Lloyd

Library News

Library Workshops - There are plenty workshops and library tours offered at your library every month to show you about the library resources and services.

*Horizon Wimba is the software that the university uses to offer workshops through a live chat environment. You only need a PC, a set of speakers and a microphone in order to be able to attend the workshops.

For more information on how to register for any of the workshops please visit the library instruction page at: http://www.regent.edu/general/library/services/instruction/home.cfm or fill out the 'workshop sign up form', call the Reference Desk at 757.352.4159 or use the toll-free number at: 1.888.249.1822.

Regent Readers Book Club
For more information contact Harold at harohen@regent.edu.

Library Tours - Our librarians are happy to show you the library services and resources provided for you in the Regent University library. Feel free to call the Reference Desk at: 757.352.4159, use the toll-free number at: 1.888.249.1822. Look forward to serving you!

SPC Library Liaison - The School of Psychology and Counseling has its own library liaison, Leanne Hillery. Feel free to contact her with any questions. You can reach her at 757.352.4168 or lhillery@regent.edu

SPC Academic Calendar

The SPC Academic Calendar includes many important dates. The calendar is available online at:
http://www.regent.edu/acad/schcou/students/acad_calendars.cfm

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Student/Faculty Projects: To post recent publications or presentations, contact the SPC GA in CRB 215 or call 352.4299.

SPC Electronic Portfolios: The SPC ePortfolio Web site provides a variety of resources for students and faculty who need to build a ePortfolio to meet program requirements or would like to build one for personal benefit. http://www.regent.edu/acad/schcou/portfolios

Regent Weather Hot Line: Not sure if school or work is in session due to weather? Call 352.4777.

The Writing Center: The Writing Center offers coaching conversations to both on-campus and distance students to help at any stage of the writing process.See what the Writing Center has to offer at: http://www.regent.edu/admin/stusrv/writingcenter/. For an appointment, visit the site or call (757) 352.4925.

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The Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), a specialized accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), has conferred accreditation to the following program areas offered by the School of Psychology & Counseling of Regent University: Community Counseling (M.A.), School Counseling (M.A.).

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