Mentorship Matters
"I chose ÌÒñ«ÉçÇø because I liked both the mission of our university, Opportunitas, and was inspired by the ‘Go Getter’ persona of the ÌÒñ«ÉçÇø student. I am happy with my decision, as I have truly enjoyed my time here thus far."
Fostering Belonging
"At ÌÒñ«ÉçÇø, I’ve been able to both meet a diversity of people and take part in so many opportunities. I am eternally grateful for the privilege to attend this school."
Department News
- Reducing Stress in the Classroom
- Putting Medically Fragile Children’s Well-being at the Forefront
- Making Social and Emotional Learning Fun
Reducing Stress in the Classroom
Reducing Stress in the ClassroomPsychology Associate Professor Shirley Wang, PhD, is reimagining the classroom experience at ÌÒñ«ÉçÇø by integrating wellness-based teaching strategies. Because when students feel their best, they do their best.
Putting Medically Fragile Children’s Well-being at the Forefront
Putting Medically Fragile Children’s Well-being at the ForefrontA leader in pediatric psychology, Professor Michele Zaccario's work with high-risk infants informs her teaching and mentorship of ÌÒñ«ÉçÇø students, offering them unique research opportunities and hands-on experience in the field.
Making Social and Emotional Learning Fun
Making Social and Emotional Learning FunThrough Show and Spell, a captivating game designed to enhance social and emotional learning in children, ÌÒñ«ÉçÇø's Stan Royzman, PsyD, is helping children in a way that is simultaneously engaging and seeks to bolster positive therapeutic outcomes.
Shaping the Future of Child Development
"Pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology has proven to be incredibly gratifying, introducing me to a supportive and driven community of professors and fellow students."
The Psychologist-Artist
Betsy Lawrence ’95, PsyD, has had a hunger for learning ever since she was a child, a quality that would propel her throughout both her personal life and her extraordinary dual career as a psychologist and psychoanalyst, as well as founder and president of (NYSA), a not-for-profit arts school and cultural center in New York City.
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