Shirin Khazvand

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Personal Information
Applicant NameShirin Khazvand
Applicant EmailEmail hidden; Javascript is required.
Training LevelPostdoctoral Resident
City of ResidenceColumbus
Distance to Chicago, ILDriving distance
Age32
Gender identity and pronounsFemale, she/her
Have you ever attended an AACN annual meeting?No
The following list includes characteristics of historically underrepresented groups. Please select all characteristics that represent you and/or describe other diverse facets of your identity in the “Other” option.
  • Bilingual/multilingual
  • Individuals from a socially or economically disadvantaged backgrounds (e.g., individuals who were or are currently homeless or in the foster care system; were eligible for federal food and nutrition programs [for 2 or more years]; were eligible for Pell grants; received WIC; have/had no parents or legal guardians who completed a bachelor's degree; grew up in a rural or low-income area)
  • Other
Funding Opportunitites
I would like to be considered for the following funding opportunities.
  • Student/Trainee Assistant
  • SPS Conference Mentor
If selected for both Student Leader/Assistant and SPS Conference Mentor, I would prefer:SPS Conference Mentor
Application for Student Assistant
By applying to be a student assistant, you agree to the following responsibilities/commitments: I carefully reviewed the above responsibilities/commitments and agree with all of them.
Job responsibilities:
  • Cover shifts at the Help Desk.
  • Help with scanning attendees for CE workshops.
  • Maintain regular communication with student conference leaders and help problem solve any issues that arise.
  • Attend a one-hour orientation virtually before the conference.
Time commitment:
  • Six to nine hours over the course of the conference.
Would you like to be considered for complimentary lodging?Yes, please.
In-Person Volunteer Slots
  • Wednesday, June 11, 2025 (Afternoon)
  • Thursday, June 12, 2025 (Morning)
  • Thursday, June 12, 2025 (Afternoon)
  • Friday, June 13, 2025 (Morning)
Application for Conference Leader
Application for ScholarshipTravel scholarship awardees are provided with free conference registration and reimbursement of up to $550 of travel expenses to support conference attendance, including meals, hotel stay, and airfare.
Application for Conference Mentor Award
In 500 words or fewer, please describe (1) your prior mentorship experience and what you feel you can offer mentees from historically underrepresented backgrounds at the AACN annual meeting, and (2) how this mentorship experience will contribute to your professional goals. You also may describe the ways in which attending the AACN Annual Meeting would represent a financial hardship for you without this award.

I have mentored two interns through a NIAAA summer program to get research exposure for historically underrepresented college students. The goal of the program was to support students as they create their own research poster. I found this experience very rewarding to help a student gain more experience in research and academia, but also discuss their career goals and come up with actionable steps while also considering their context and values. My own background and experience also offer me a unique lens into understanding the role of access to resources and supports that can help make or break the process of becoming a neuropsychologist. I would be honored to help support a student, share my knowledge, but also be open to learning from my mentee, while we collaboratively learn about neuropsychology and network with other colleagues in the field.

This would also be my first time AACN, but not my first conference. I took a less traditional route to pediatric neuropsychology, and therefore, was not fortunate enough to attend AACN until now. I would really appreciate the opportunity to attend with your support.

Thank you for your consideration.

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