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Welcome! On this page you can find all information about the George Mason University Psi Chi organization, its goals and mission, as well as find information about what the George Mason University Chapter is up to! Enjoy, and GET INVOLVED!

Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Diane Champe Presentation


Thank you so much for all those who attended the Diane Champe Presentation! Diane spoke of her experiences as a child with her sexually abusive father who took advantage of her body and mind. The tribulations that she had to face all the way into adulthood were eye-opening and informative.



If you would like to learn more about adult survivors of child abuse and neglect, please check out Diane's new book, Conquering Incest: My Life as a Trauma Survivor. (www. conqueringincest.com) If you are not interested in purchasing the book, Psi Chi has donated a copy of Diane's book to the George Mason Fenwick Library.



More information and can be found on http://www.wearesurvivors.org/




Here are some photos from the event!





















Monday, October 24, 2011

Diane Champe - Long Term Effects of Child Abuse: A Real Life Story

INVITED SPEAKER PRESENTATION

SPEAKER: E. DIANE CHAMPÉ - CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE S.M.E.

TITLE: “TRAUMA THROUGH THE LIFE SPAN”

A SURVIVOR OF CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE SHARES HER STORY OF HOPE

DATE: November 14, 2011

TIME: 4:30 PM

LOCATION: Meeting room B - 3rd floor of the Johnson Center

In her presentation, Ms. Champé shares her personal history as a victim of emotional, mental, physical and sexual child abuse during the first 21 years of her life. Ms. Champé was a former Strategic Planner on the Regional Vice President’s staff at a Fortune 20 company until the memories of her child abuse resurfaced causing her problems that resulted in being fired two years from retirement with no severance pay and no benefits. After 23 years of therapy and 5 hospitalizations, she has recovered and now dedicates her time to speaking out about child sexual abuse. Ms. Champé has given her presentation to notable professionals in the field of child abuse, legislators, and law enforcement officials. Ms. Champé has established the E Diane Champé Institute – a nonprofit to provide safe havens for adult survivors.

NOW SHE IS COMING TO OUR CAMPUS TO SHARE HER STORY WITH US . PLEASE JOIN US FOR THIS COMPELLING AND IMPORTANT

PRESENTATION.

PROUDLY SPONSORED BY PSI CHI

“Presented in such a professional manner, your speech was compelling and truly gripped everyone in the room. As you so aptly said, ‘homeland security begins in the home and we must fight domestic terrorists.’ Your speech is an effective weapon in that fight. We appreciate your support and your dedication to eliminating child abuse.”

Bootsie Humenansky

President – Washington Area Chapter Childhelp USA


Friday, September 16, 2011

Psi Chi Cookout

Come out to Providence Park Friday, September 23 at 12:30PM to enjoy food and fun with Psi Chi members and officers. We will talk about events, ideas, meeting times, and just hang out.

RSVP to PSICHIGMU@GMAIL.COM by Wednesday, September 21st.

See you all this Friday!!!

Directions to the Park:
1. From University Drive, turn right/north (toward I-66) on Ox Road (Route 123)

2. Drive approximately .40 miles on Ox Road to intersection with West Drive

3. Turn left on West Drive.

4. Drive approximately .40 miles on West Drive. West turns about 90 degrees to the left as you get closer to the park. West runs directly into the Providence Park parking lot.

5. The park pavilion/picnic shelter can be seen straight ahead when entering the parking lot.