B. Student Support

Support for Professional Development Activities

The Counselor Education Department encourages your participation in workshops and professional meetings. Notices about workshops, professional meetings, employment opportunities, and doctoral programs will be made available via the Counselor Education Google Group email system.

Student Honorary Society

Chi Sigma Iota is a rapidly growing International Counseling Academic and Professional Honor Society for counselors-in-training, counselor educators, and professional counselors. It has invited over 11,000 individuals and 140 chapters to membership since its formation in January of 1985. The objective of CSI, as stated in the Society’s By-laws, is “…to promote scholarship, research, professionalism and excellence in counseling, and to recognize high attainment in the pursuit of academic and clinical excellence in the field of counseling”. Membership benefits include the CSI Newsletter 3-4 times a year, annual conventions, annual awards recognizing excellence in the field, certificate of membership and membership pin, and access to an international network of others in the counseling profession.

Pi Sigma Upsilon is PSU’s chapter of this international counseling students’ honor society. It is a student-run organization with a faculty advisor. The group schedules professional speakers each year and provides the opportunity to become professionally involved in the organization. Eligibility requires a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher. Information regarding membership may be obtained from the chapter faculty advisor.

Graduate Assistantships

Graduate assistantships may become available in the department or school. Available positions are announced via the Counselor Education Google Groups. Assistantships pay a monthly or hourly stipend and most of the cost of tuition. They require the student to be enrolled in at least 9 credits per term.

Rehabilitation Traineeships

Several traineeship awards may be available for qualified students. Applications from disabled and minority candidates are especially encouraged. The stipends are awarded on a competitive basis and are based upon availability of funds. Contact Tina Anctil for more information.

Computer Services

As an enrolled student at PSU, you have access to computers, computer software and printing services. As an education student, you may use the Technology Center (FAB 270). The Tech Center includes computers and a workspace and printing for students. It also includes the offices of the Technology Services Team Manager and Technology Consultant.

There are also a number of computer labs across the Portland State University campus, offering a range of services to meet your needs. See the Office of Information Technology (OIT) website for specific location, hours, and services.