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The new study published in Science was selected as the cover image for the print version of the prestigious journal. Reprinted with permission from AAAS.

Study led by 51画鋼 psychology professor Tom Costello reveals conversations with AI can reduce conspiracy theory beliefs

Undergraduate Study

The Department of Psychology's Courses & Honors Program offer study in clinical, social, and experimental psychology; personality; development; and behavioral neuroscience. Students may design programs that approach psychology as a social science, a natural science, or a combination of both. See more about

Graduate Study

Faculty Experts Corner: Anthony Ahrens

Anthony Ahrens, professor of psychology, talks about the importance of gratitude, particularly during difficult times. He offers strategies and exercises to help us all become more grateful.

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Isaac MoralesIsaac Morales has been named a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation for the next 4 years. He will collaborate with other future leaders and receive award funds and mentorship.

Thomas Costello was featured in an segment, where he showcased the AI chatbot he and his team developed to fight conspiracy theory beliefs with facts. He also appeared on .

Alice Coyne was named the 2024 recipient of the油 in recognition of accomplishment and achievement related to psychotherapy theory, practice, research, or training.

Ramya Ramadurai

Clinical Psychology PhD student Ramya Ramadurai won an award from the油DC Psychology Association for the development and pilot efficacy testing of a single-session intervention (SSI) targeting emotional health for Black Women.

Jonathan Tubman油published two articles: in the油Journal of Bisexuality油and in the油Journal of Interpersonal Violence.

Psychology faculty and students in a courtyard with awards.The Third Annual Psychology MA Research Fest油was held at Kay Spiritual Center April 26, showcasing wonderful posters, followed by a reception in Asbury courtyard. Prizes were given in different categories of posters.油油

Deputy Provost/Dean of Faculty Monica Jackson, Professor Herr, and Provost Peter StarrNathaniel油Herr油won the 2023 Outstanding Teaching in a Full-time Appointment Award and was honored at the Faculty Recognition Dinner on April 23, 2023. Pictured from left to right are Deputy Provost/Dean of Faculty Monica Jackson, Professor Herr, and Provost Peter Starr.

Psychology students at MArfApril 27: The Department of Psychology held an MA Research Fest (MArf) where students presented completed and in-progress research. Many MA students participated and some are represented in the photo. The event was organized by MA program Director Dr. Zehra Peynircioglu. Special thanks to the organization committee of Bre Yepez, Sara Dalpe, and Yajna Jowaheer, with help from Ryan Smout. Congratulations to all students and faculty who participated and especially to Jigeesha Ghosh, Jazmin Nieves, and Asia Horne and Nikki Flores for winning posters in their categories. From left to right (top): Allison Fuchs, Alice Cohen, Jazmin Nieves, Sara Dalpe, Audrey Culp, Danae Papadea, Eric Turnquist, Chase Ehrig,油油left to right (bottom): Jigeesha Ghosh, Natalia Provolo, Asia Horne, Nikki Flores (on screen), Breanna Yepez, Yajna Jowaheer, and Allison Barrett.

2022 psychology graduatesApril 21, 2022:油the Department of Psychology hosted a banquet for our graduates from Fall 2021 and Spring 2022. The ceremony included the recognition of our graduates, our Honors students, the induction of new Psi Chi honor society members, and the awarding of the Charles Ferster Award for Excellence in Psychology which was shared by seniors, Sara Bowman and Arianna OBrien Cannon.

Eric Turnquist油won the award for Graduate Social Sciences Final Work at the Mathias Student Research Conference.

Nicole Lorenzo油was awarded $43,817 from the University of Maryland for her project 2/2 Treating Mothers with ADHD and their Young Children Via Telehealth: A Hybrid Type I Effectiveness-Implementation Trail.

Laura Juliano油talked with油油on the variety of symptoms people may experience when quitting caffeine.

Anthony Ahrens油was awarded $40,935, from Lubuto Library Partners, for his油project called "Honesty and HIV Prevention: Promoting Adolescent Sexual Health through Traditional Storytelling."

Terry Davidson油has been appointed as a Distinguished Professor of Neuroscience by 51画鋼s Board of Trustees.油

Linda Amarante油won the 2020油Outstanding Scholarship at the Graduate Level Award.