Interested in hands-on clinical and community experience in psychology? 🧠
Join the virtual info meeting for Field Experiences in Psychology (PSYC 3760, 3761, 3762) to learn about the courses, the process, applications, and more!
🗓 Thursday, May 14
⏰ 6:00 PM
💻 Via Zoom
Meeting Link: https://udenver.zoom.us/j /81717976771
Meeting ID : 817 1797 6771
#DUPsychology #UniversityOfDenver
Got a story to tell? 🎤📚
Join us for “Tell Your Story” Student Workshops and learn how to showcase your experiences—from research to creative work—in a way that stands out.
Choose your path:
✍️ Cover letters, personal statements & more
📱 Social media storytelling for your academic journey
🗓 Wednesday, May 13
⏰ 10:30–11:45 AM
📍 Burwell 329 or CCOM 2600
Register now & start telling your story → ccesl.info/studentworkshops
#DUStudents #CareerReady #StudentSuccess #TellYourStory
This week's #FridayFeature is Natalie Miller, a #CAHSS student majoring in #DUPsychology, with minors in #DUCommunications and mental health & wellness. After graduating in 2026, Miller plans to pursue her doctoral degree in clinical psychology and join a research lab.
"My time at the #UniversityofDenver has improved my understanding of human behavior and mental processes, and I feel inspired to pursue a path towards independent research," Miller said. "My goal is to further understand the experiences of marginalized communities and inform more inclusive healthcare practices."
Her #1 lesson learned at @uofdenver so far is that she can be a strong leader in her community: "I take pride in creating a safe and supportive environment where people feel valued."
🌟Interested in majoring in #psychology like Natalie? Visit liberalarts.du.edu/psychology
🎉 Congratulations to Dr. Heidi Vuletich on being named a 2026 Rising Star by the Association for Psychological Science!
This prestigious designation recognizes outstanding early-career researchers whose innovative work is already advancing the field and shows exceptional promise for future contributions to psychological science.
We are so proud to see this national recognition of her impactful research and contributions to the field. 👏
#DUPsychology #AcademicExcellence #ResearchImpact #HigherEducation #RisingStar
Faculty Spotlight!✨ Faculty Spotlight ✨
Big congrats to Dr. Erika Manczak on receiving a grant from the Mental Research Institute! 👏🧠
Her project, "“Offspring distress as a threat to health: Adolescents’ depressive symptoms as predictors of parents’ chronic disease risk.” explores how adolescents’ depressive symptoms can impact parents’ long-term physical health—highlighting just how connected family wellbeing really is.
We love seeing research that bridges mental and physical health in such a meaningful way 💡
#FacultySpotlight #ResearchMatters #MentalHealth #DUPsychology
Ever wondered how your brain shapes your thoughts, emotions, and behavior? 🧠
Check out our Cognitive Neuroscience Concentration within the Psychology Major! Dive deeper into how human behavior stems from biological and physiological processes. Zoom in on the molecular science, and then zoom out with learning about clinical practices, brain imaging, pharmacology, and more!
This concentration is great for students thinking about going into the medical field, clinical practice, psychology research, or who just wants to learn more about how our brains work!
For information about course requirements, visit the Undergraduate Bulletin, or reach out to your academic advisor.
#CognitiveNeuroscience #BrainAndBehavior #PsychologyStudents #DUPsychology #ducahss
✨ Thinking about grad school in psychology? We’ve got you covered!
Join us for Grad School Night to get your questions answered about applications, letters of recommendation, timelines, programs, and more. Whether you’re just starting to explore or getting ready to apply, this session is for you!
📍 Frontier Hall – 3rd Floor Lobby
📅 April 22 at 6pm
Come learn, ask questions, and take the next step toward your future!
If you have any questions, please reach out to [email protected]
#GradSchool #PsychologyStudents #FuturePsychologists #DUPsychology
🎓 Thinking about taking your psychology degree to the next level?
Join us for an info session on the Psychology Distinction Program—a unique opportunity to complete your own honors thesis, work closely with faculty, and gain hands-on research experience that stands out to grad schools and future employers.
📍 May 6th at 6PM
📍 Frontier Hall (3rd floor lobby)
🍕 Pizza & drinks provided!
Learn how you can earn departmental distinction and make your mark in psychological research.
Reach out to [email protected] with any questions
#DUPsychology #UndergradResearch #HonorsThesis #FuturePsychologist
Interested in being a research assistant for one of DU's awesome research labs?
Come to an information panel on April 9th from 4pm-5pm in Sturm 134 to find out if working in a research lab is right for you!
Any questions about psychology research? Reach out to [email protected]
#Research #researchassistant #jobapplications #informationsession #psychology
Exploring the future of developmental cognitive neuroscience 🧠✨
This year at DCN Research Night, graduate students took the stage to present flash talks highlighting innovative research from cognitive control and AI in child development to emotion perception and adaptive recovery. Inspiring work from an incredibly talented group of scholars!
The turnout was amazing, and we thank everybody who attended for supporting our department!
Presenters:
Evrim Baykal, ASC, MAC Lab
Ashley Boyne, Clinical, BRAVE Lab
Rachel Brough, ASC, MAC Lab
Jenna Chin, Developmental, Family & Child Neuroscience Lab
Lindsay Goolsby, ASC, SPA Lab
Lili Hauser, ASC, VPEC Lab
#DCN #ResearchNight #GraduateResearch #Neuroscience #CognitiveScience #DevelopmentalScience #AcademicResearch #HigherEducation #ResearchCommunity #ScholarlyWork #FutureOfScience
We extend a huge congratulations to our psychology student, Katie Lamberton, on being a finalist for the Boettcher Foundation's 2026 Colorado Student Leader of the Year Award.
This is a statewide competition hosted by the Boettcher Foundation, where universities from around Colorado nominate one campus representative from their leadership program to compete for this award. Finalists show academic excellence and intellectual curiosity, extraordinary support of their campus leadership programs, exceptional service to their schools and broader communities, and outstanding character and personal resilience.
We are so proud of Katie for how much she has contributed to our department and the university with her leadership and mentorship.
Go Katie!
Here is a clip highlighting the finalists on 9NEWS: https://lnkd.in/gVWWUCd4
#BoettcherFoundation
#StudentLeaderOfTheYear
#AcademicExcellence
#StudentSuccess
#FutureLeaders
#HigherEducation
#CollegeLeadership
Congratulations to our very own Chair of the Psychology Department, Kateri McRae, on receiving the 2026 Inaugural Service Award for the Social & Affective Neuroscience Society!
Dr. McRae's research explores how the brain supports emotion and cognition. She studies cognitive reappraisal, which looks at how shifting our perspective can strengthen emotional well-being. She identifies different ways people can generate and apply these strategies. Through her research, teaching, and leadership, she is deeply committed to advancing both science and community well-being.
We are so proud!
To read more about this award, please visit: /awards/
#Psychology
#EmotionRegulation
#MentalWellBeing
#UniversityOfDenver
#ResearchSpotlight
#socialaffectiveneuroscience
