We pride ourselves in cultivating student involvement and achievement.
We view our students as part of a scholarly community. Many of our classes are hands-on 鈥� you may be out in the community teaching adults stress-management skills, collecting data in the laboratory, or working with children in the local schools. Recognition of and appreciation for diversity and cultural issues are important dimensions of our teaching and practice.
Student Research
Psychology Research Suites
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Often students go beyond their course work and engage in research projects or internships that give them practical experience in an area of their interest. Our students and faculty are currently conducting studies in early childhood development, perception and attention, stress management, health, prejudice, relationships, memory, intelligence, emotion, therapy techniques and clinical psychology.
Psi Chi Honor Society
Psi Chi Honor Society
Psi Chi was founded in 1929 for the purposes of encouraging and maintaining excellence in scholarship and advancing the science of psychology. to visit their website and learn more.
Psi Chi provides national recognition for academic excellence in psychology, an honor which can be noted on employment applications, vitae, and resumes.
Departmental Honors & Awards
Given annually to a senior majoring in psychology who gives evidence of superior scholarship and who makes a significant contribution to the vitality and direction of the department.
2024 Recipients: Celeste M. Nist & Samuel M. Degenhard
Given annually to psychology majors who, in commitment to the total University community, display openness and curiosity and who demonstrate definite leadership skills.
2024 Recipients: Abby G. Kirkendall, Brielle G. Newland, Casey M. Sussman, Masoma L. Githiora, Mitchell K. Patterson, Olivia A. Vitaz, Sean M. Palmer
Given annually to a senior majoring in psychology who displays a general humanitarian emphasis both in philosophy and in action, a strong commitment to personal growth and value-education, and an exemplary attitude toward the liberal arts.
2024 Recipient: Rebecca E. Morrison
Awarded alternately between the departments of Psychology and English to a student(s) enrolled in the Continuing Studies Program who demonstrates excellence and leadership in the areas of psychology or literature.
Travel Opportunities
Conferences
Students have the opportunity to present at state, regional, and national conferences. Recent conferences attended by students include:
- Association for Psychological Science (APS)
- Midwestern Psychological Association (MPS)
- Ohio Undergraduate Psychology Research Conference (OUPRC).
Travel Courses
Psychology professors will often offer a short-term travel course after the close of Spring Quarter. Recent courses have been to Italy and Belize. These courses are a unique opportunity to see new places, learn about other cultures and customs, and have new experiences.
Study Abroad
9i果冻制作厂has many opportunities for our students to study abroad.
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