Roanoke College Psychology Department

Category: Awards

  • Congratulations to the New Members of Phi Beta Kappa!

    We are incredibly proud and excited to announce that four psychology students were recently accepted as new members to Phi Beta Kappa, the United State’s most prestigious honor society for the liberal arts and sciences.

    When asked how they felt about their acceptance, students replied:

    “I’m so honored to be accepted into Phi Beta Kappa and be recognized for my accomplishments at Roanoke!” – Megan Miller ’18

    “When I found out I got Phi Beta Kappa I was very excited and proud of myself. I have worked very hard over these past years and it’s an honor to be recognized for it.” – Taylor Kracht ’18

    “I am honored to learn my Roanoke Professors nominated me for Phi Beta Kappa. Acceptance into this honor society is especially meaningful because it recognizes the broad array of pursuits that I have had the good fortune to enjoy at RC.” – Laura Sullivan ’18.

    Congratulations to Megan Miller ’18, Laura Sullivan ’18, Taylor Kracht ’18, and Sabrina McAllister ’18! We are incredibly proud of you and look forward to seeing what you will accomplish in the future!

     

    Get connected!
    Instagram & Twitter:  #PsychRC @RC_Psychology
    Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/rcpsychology
    Blog:  https://psych.pages.roanoke.edu/
    Linked In:  https://www.linkedin.com/groups/RC-Psychology-8140491/about
    Website:  https://www.roanoke.edu/inside/a-z_index/psychology

  • 2017 Summer Scholar Sabrina McAllister ’18 Talks About Her Experiences

    Pictured above: Sabrina McAllister ’18, Psychology major, 2017 Summer Scholar

    In a recent interview with Marcus Stewart for undergraduate research at Roanoke College, Sabrina McAllister ’18 talked about her research project titled “Time Perspective as a State-Based Measure” and gave advice for other prospective Summer Scholars.

    For her research as part of the Summer Scholars program, McAllister worked over the summer with her faculty advisor, Dr. David Nichols, a professor of Psychology at Roanoke College whose primary research includes topics in neuroscience, vision perception, and time perception. Together, they examined the structure of the Zimbardo’s Time Perspective Inventory (ZTPI), a questionnaire that determines amounts of focus on past, present, and future,  for ways to improve the inventory for more accurate results.

    To learn more about what they discovered, as well as the the link for Dr. Nichols’ research lab, follow the links at the bottom of the page.

    The Summer Scholar Program awards thirteen applicants from all majors with funding every year for independent study under the supervision of a professor. If all conditions are met, the scholar will receive one unit of credit for independent study, which can be counted towards the Honors project if part of the Honors Program. The program typically coincides with Summer Sessions I and II (June & July), but more time can be given if the student’s project requires it.

    The deadline for applying to the Summer Scholar Program is March 15 and decisions are made by April 1st.

    For more information regarding McAllister’s project, Dr.  Nichols lab, or the requirements and application for the Summer Scholars Program, please follow the appropriate links.

    Get connected!
    Instagram & twitter: @rcspsychology & #PsychRC
    Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/rcpsychology
    Blog:  https://psych.pages.roanoke.edu/
    Linked In:  https://www.linkedin.com/groups/RC-Psychology-8140491/about
    Website:  https://www.roanoke.edu/inside/a-z_index/psychology

  • Dr. David Nichols wins award

    Dean Richard Smith presented Dr. David Nichols with the prestigious Professional Achievement Award for his many accomplishments in professional life (research publications, internal and external grants, conference presentations, and dedication to mentoring undergraduates in research). Congratulations Dr. Nichols!

  • Newest members of Phi Beta Kappa

    Congratulations to the newest psychology students elected to Phi Beta Kappa, America’s most prestigious honor society.

    Michalla Braford
    Alex Carr
    Abby Hobby
    Rachel Perkinson
    Kristen Wicander
    Courtney Yoke

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  • Awards Ceremony Highlights

    Congratulations, psych department! Way to go!

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    Get connected!
    Instagram & Twitter:  #PsychRC
    Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/rcpsychology
    Blog:  https://psych.pages.roanoke.edu/
    Linked In:  https://www.linkedin.com/groups/RC-Psychology-8140491/about
    Website:  https://www.roanoke.edu/inside/a-z_index/psychology

  • Congratulations to Stephanie Gaines – Psi Chi Research Grant Awardee!

    Stephanie Gaines with her advisor, Dr. Powell
    Stephanie Gaines with her advisor, Dr. Powell

    Ms. Stephanie Gaines, a junior at Roanoke College,
    has been named as one of the recipients of the
    Psi Chi Undergraduate Research Grant!

    Her independent study project was conducted to gather information on emerging adults’ anticipated self-efficacy regarding future roles. The aims were two-fold. First, to replicate the previous research on transitional roles such as getting married or becoming a parent. Second, to expand the research on gradual roles such as becoming financially independent and managing one’s own healthcare.  She was particularly interested in how emerging adults’ current self-efficacy, mastery and vicarious experiences, as well as subjective norms were associated with their anticipated self-efficacy for adult roles. Participants were recruited from Roanoke College Psychology classes, the larger student body, and from Amazon’s Mechanical Turk. Analyses are currently underway.

    Congratulations, Stephanie!
    We look forward to seeing your results. Keep up the great work! 

  • Students & Faculty feasted!

    Students and faculty came together on Sunday for the Fall Feast!
    Dr. Whitson’s Bok Choy salad won the “best savory dish” award
    and Dr. Freedman’s pumpkin & chocolate cake won the
    “best sweet dish” award.

    We hope your Thanksgiving feast is as
    sweet (and savory) as ours was!

  • Dr. Freedman wins SPSP Teacher/Scholar Award!

    Dr. Gili Freedman was recently awarded the Teacher/Scholar award for the Society for Personality and Social Psychology. Congratulations Dr. Freedman!

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  • RC Recognized as a Top Liberal Arts School Based on Professor Rankings

    Does the title say it all when it come to Roanoke College?   “Accessible & Approachable Professors” Check out the news article here: https://www.liberalartscolleges.com/rankings/professors/.

    There are 6 psychology professors ( 3 male, 3 female, and one staff member – our miracle working secretary) in the photo below; can you find them? The rest of those lovely faces are our students who could make it to this particular photo shoot! You have to love those GET PSYCHED shirts. They really capture our persona as a community.

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  • The Princeton Review’s Best 380 Colleges

    roanokecollegeSalem, Va. – The Princeton Review has named Roanoke College one of the best colleges in the United States for the fifth year in a row. In addition, Roanoke was named a great school for students who major in business/finance, computer science and psychology.

    According to the Princeton Review survey, students say Roanoke has great career services, a great library and happy students.

    “Princeton Review is a student voice among the rating systems,” Roanoke College President Michael Maxey said.   “We are excited that the voices of students at Roanoke praise our balance of ‘comfort and challenge.’  We help students find what they love to do through equal measures of support and challenge.”

    “Every college in our book has outstanding academics,” said Robert Franek, Princeton Review’s senior vice president-publisher. “Our goal is to help applicants choose and get into their dream college—the college best for them.”

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