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Thank you to these two young scientists for participating in a study in ICD's Developmental Social Cognitive Neuroscience Lab! Did you know your family can participate in research at the University of Minnesota? As research participants, your children will help us make discoveries about language development, executive function skills, social and emotional development, and more! Sign up at z.umn.edu/ICDParticipantPool

Dr. Sheila Williams Ridge, director of the Child Development Laboratory School at ICD, was a guest on Health 411. She discussed nature-based early education with host Dr. Jonathan Karp.

Health 411- Nature Based Education with Sheila Williams Ridge Health411 · Episode

Huge congratulations to ICD's Senior Academic Advisor Meghan Allen Eliason on being one of 4 recipients University-wide of this prestigious recognition. This honor is so well-deserved!

Applications for UMN’s De-GAP Program are now CLOSED! Thank you to everyone who applied—we’re excited to support the next cohort. Stay tuned for future updates: z.umn.edu/De-GAP.

Don’t forget to apply: The deadline to apply for UMN’s Demystifying Graduate Admissions in Psychology (De-GAP) Program is March 1! Learn about eligibility requirements and finish your application today at z.umn.edu/De-GAP

UMN’s Demystifying Graduate Admissions in Psychology (De-GAP) Program strives to bring transparency, accessibility, and inclusivity to the application process. Boost your application by applying today at z.umn.edu/De-GAP

Our colleagues at the Center for Advanced Studies in Child Welfare invite you to their FREE Spring Conference on April 22: 𝑀𝑒𝑒𝑡𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑀𝑜𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡: 𝐼𝑚𝑚𝑖𝑔𝑟𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝐶ℎ𝑖𝑙𝑑 𝑊𝑒𝑙𝑓𝑎𝑟𝑒!

We would love to welcome you to our 2026 Spring Conference on April 22 in Brooklyn Center, MN!

This FREE, all-day conference, 𝑀𝑒𝑒𝑡𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑀𝑜𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡: 𝐼𝑚𝑚𝑖𝑔𝑟𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝐶ℎ𝑖𝑙𝑑 𝑊𝑒𝑙𝑓𝑎𝑟𝑒, will provide an opportunity for shared learning, dialogue, and collaboration to help child welfare professionals better understand the experiences of immigrant children and families, and to strengthen their ability to support them effectively.

Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and CEUs will also be provided. Grab your spot today: https://cascw.umn.edu/outreach/events

Ready to take the next step in your psychology journey? UMN’s Demystifying Graduate Admissions in Psychology (De-GAP) Program is here to help bridge the gap between your experiences and a competitive grad application. Learn more at z.umn.edu/De-GAP

Exciting news for aspiring doctoral students in psychology! UMN’s Demystifying Graduate Admissions in Psychology (De-GAP) Program is here to break down barriers to doctoral-level study. Learn more at z.umn.edu/De-GAP

Thinking about a PhD in psychology? Apply now for UMN’s De-GAP Program—mentorship, Zoom sessions & resources to guide your journey. Learn more: z.umn.edu/De-GAP.

ICD doctoral candidate Hopewell Hodges is giving a free (*donations optional) training on TOMORROW at noon about supporting kids during immigration enforcement operations. This opportunity is through the Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health. Please share widely!

Pop-up: Supporting Children During Immigration Enforcement Operations - Minnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health Presenter: Hopewell Hodges, MA, PhD Candidate — Predoctoral Psychology Internat the University of Minnesota Date & Time: Virtual over Zoom on Friday, January 16, 2026 from […]