UNLV Connections: Word from the Interactive Measurement Group

Issue 13: Fall 2020

In the Spotlight

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Our Superstars!

Did you know that Aika graduated with her BA in business this semester? Or that three posters from the Interactive Measurement Group were presented at the WPA 2020 virtual convention? Or that Fits was accepted into the UNLV Honors College? Or that Monica organized Kappa Delta’ Chi’s annual conference? Each semester, our lab members are one step closer to achieving their academic and career goals! Join us in celebrating with them!

Lessons Learned

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Reviewing the Basics: How I Learned to Talk Effectively
by Filip Bjelica

Have you ever had trouble breaking the ice with a stranger? It can be difficult to get over the nervousness of starting a conversation. Filip shares the tricks he learned for getting a conversation started from reading the book, How to Talk to Anyone, Anytime, Anywhere by Larry King and Bill Gilbert.

Between Friends

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Measuring Progress through Journaling and Hiking
by John D. Watt

The hardest part of achieving your goals is continuing to work toward them when your motivation starts to wane. What can you do to stave off burnout and keep up the pursuit?J.D. shares a motivational technique he has learned through hiking and journaling.

Calendar

2021 Western Psychological Association Convention

  • April 28, 2021 – April 30, 2021
  • Location: WPA Website
  • Deadline: January 15, 2021

Association for Psychological Science (APS) Virtual Poster Showcase

  • May 26, 2021 – May 27, 2021
  • Location: APS Website
  • Deadline: April 15, 2021

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