“Devon balanced field hockey, DG, and her studies during her time at RC. Devon has killer focus and positivity – qualities that will serve her well. ” ~Dr. Denise Friedman, Academic Advisor
Category: Undergraduate News
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Recognizing Graduating Senior – Lauren Kennedy
“Lauren has really made the most of her time as a psychology/neuroscience student at RC, doing an independent study here, a research practicum at the Salem VA Hospital, and an internship at the VTCRI. Her drive will take her far in life.” ~Dr. David Nichols, Research Mentor
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Recognizing Graduating Senior – Nikki Hurless
“Nikki has been a fantastic student and a joy to have around the department. She raised the bar for what it means to be an outstanding psychology/neuroscience student becoming the first RC student to first author a neuroscience journal article while still an undergraduate. Her perseverance and strength will pay off.” ~Dr. David Nichols, Academic Advisor & Research Mentor
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Recognizing Graduating Senior – Tabby Collier
“Tabby came to RC focused and determined. She completed her degree in only 3 years with also adding a concentration in Crime, Deviance, and Social Control to prepare her well for a job after graduation.” ~Dr. David Nichols, Academic Advisor
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Recognizing Graduating Senior – Adwoa Asante
“Adwoa used her time well at RC to find out more about herself. With a major in Psychology, minor in Religious Studies, and a concentration in Parish Youth Leadership she is well prepared to make a difference in the lives of others.” ~ Dr. David Nichols, Academic Advisor
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Psychology Major, Johnzelle Anderson, to Pursue MA at Liberty University
Johnzelle will be pursuing his MA in pastoral counseling at Liberty University. We are so proud of his accomplishments and know he will make a great counselor with superb active listening skills and his easy smile.
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Recognizing Graduating Senior – Johnzelle Anderson
“Johnzelle is known for his warm heart and friendly smile. He is mature beyond his years and will succeed in life.” ~ Dr. David Nichols, Academic Advisor
Why the Liberty shirt, you ask? Because Johnzelle is headed there for graduate school!
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Recognizing Graduating Senior – Tayler Kiser
“Tayler is one of the brightest students to come through the RC psychology department in recent years though many may not know that because of her quiet and unassuming nature. She has been focused on working in the Library Sciences for years and her opportunity will be coming soon with successful acceptance into graduate school.” ~ Dr. David Nichols, Academic Advisor
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We opened the suggestion box and here’s what you had to say:
“Put a trash can in the student lounge.” Done. Yay! I am glad we got one easy one.
“Add a forensic psychology class.” This is not the first time we have heard this request. We currently have two grads working the FBI and another interning with Homeland Security. Given the growing popularity of this subfield, we are looking into whether we add forensic psychology as a special topics course. We will talk to other interested disciplines and examine professor expertise and the current courses offered to see if it can fit. We also have to get approval from administration.
“Add a class on romantic relationships as people like to learn about themselves.” We have discussed adding classes on emerging adulthood (18-25) and romantic relationships. It is likely this will happen in the next few years as we are looking to expand the psychology faculty which will allow those of us with that expertise to teach these special topic courses. Of course, we have balance these classes with requirements so you can graduate!
“Demand more respect from other science departments.” We get it. Psychology is a science but is not always recognized or respected as such. We are proud of student and faculty accomplishments and are proud to note that we are to be included in the new science center complex. It is said that respect is earned, but we know stereotypes and preexisting biases make it hard to change opinions. We will continue to work hard and celebrate successes. If you have other ideas, feel free to share them!
“Add a minor in special education.” While we can cover special education topics in some of our classes, we are not an education department. The school has to meet certain accreditation standards and faculty have to have a certain expertise to teach specific classes. We can certainly talk about special education issues as they are relevant to learning, development, etc., but we are not the right department for starting a minor or concentration. Talking to education would a good start.
Thanks for all the great suggestions! Please note we are working hard to serve your needs and always want to hear your voice. We have certain limitations that we have to work inside of but if we don’t know what you want, we can’t even try to make it happen.
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Departmental Kudos – Student Assistants
“The student assistants are great!” – Student comment
“The student assistants keep us sane – we laugh, we smile, we make it happen!” – Faculty comment
