APU Department of Psychology

09/15/2017

Welcoming our Fall 2017 class of Masters of Science in Research Psychology & Data Analytics!

08/02/2017

Check out our new MS in Child Life Program offered this Fall!
For more information about this program please visit: http://www.apu.edu/bas/programs/masters-in-child-life/format/

08/02/2017

Check out our new MS Psychology Programs!

08/02/2017

05/19/2014

Hello! I just wanted to share a job opportunity from the supervisor of the San Bernardino County Probation Research unit with you!. They currently have an opening for the position of statistical analyst. The link to start the application process is here:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/jobs/864846/statistical-analyst/agency/sanbernardino/apply #./apply?&_suid=14005258940250895015756388708

The county offers attractive benefits, flexible work schedules and abundant opportunities for training. Candidates with a background in social and behavioral sciences or criminal justice are strongly encouraged to apply. If you or potential candidates have any questions the supervisor's contact information can be found below!


Cory Woods
Administrative Supervisor
County of San Bernardino, Probation Research
175 W. 5th Street
San Bernardino CA, 92415
909-387-5612

The County of San Bernardino is recruiting for Statistical Analysts who plan, organize, develop, and implement analyses and statistical applications for departmental programs. Incumbents will design and conduct complex research studies; determine appropriate statistical methods to answer complex r…

04/22/2014

SPOTS STILL AVAILABLE - APPLY NOW!

Study abroad in South Africa, while completing your Psychology requirements?!? Yes, Please!!

http://apustudyabroad.weebly.com/uploads/7/6/0/3/7603693/apu_south_africa_capetown_socw_psyc_flyer_-_9.13.pdf

03/17/2014

26th APS Annual Convention
May 22-25, 2014 – San Francisco, CA, USA
http://www.psychologicalscience.org/convention

Register early for the best rates (a $50 discount off the regular rates)
Groups of 10 or more get 30% off registration. Contact APS for more information:convention@psychologicalscience.org

The APS Convention is the premiere international meeting solely dedicated to psychological science, featuring talks, symposia, and posters presenting the latest research across the field. At the convention you can meet distinguished scientists, learn about the latest research and methods, and network for tomorrow’s collaborations.

Cross-cutting theme programs:

Big Data: Understanding Patterns of Human Behavior

The Psychology of Violence

Changing Neurobiology with Behavior

Presidential Cross-Cutting Theme Program: Science and Technology

Convention Program:
http://www.psychologicalscience.org/convention

02/24/2014

!4th Annual Berkeley Interdisciplinary Research Conference!

Dear Student,
It is our pleasure to invite you to participate in the 4th Annual Berkeley Interdisciplinary Research Conference (BIRC). BIRC is dedicated to encouraging undergraduate participation in the broader academic community by promoting sophisticated undergraduate research, facilitating research-oriented cooperation, and building community through professional networking activities.

This year’s conference will feature the stellar work of undergraduate students who have completed research in psychology, cognitive science, linguistics, neuroscience, anthropology, sociology, education and biology. We welcome undergraduate students from all universities in these particular fields to present their work and to attend the conference.

The abstract submission guidelines are as follows:

-250 word count limit

-The study does not have to be completed at time of submission OR time of presentation, but include the projected results and the progress of the study. (Be prepared to to present whatever data has been collected if study is not yet complete at time of conference)

Background: Indicate the purpose and objective of the research, the hypothesis that was tested or a description of the problem being analyzed or evaluated

Methods: Describe the study design, study population, data collection and methods of analysis used

Results: Present as clearly and detailed as possible the findings/outcome of the study, with specific results in summarized form.

Conclusions: Briefly discuss the data and main outcome of the study. Emphasize the significance of the study and the implications/impact the results might have

Important Deadlines:
• The conference will take place on Saturday, May 3rd at the Valley Life Sciences Building (VLSB)
• Abstracts are due on March 21, 2014. However, we recommend submitting your abstracts as soon as possible since space is limited (email your abstract to berkconf@gmail.com or through the conference website)
• The abstract word limit is 250

02/24/2014

Annie Tsai, our department's chair, wished to share this with us!
A great piece that combines our love for Psychology and Christianity.

http://www.relevantmagazine.com/god/church/5-things-christians-should-know-about-depression-and-anxiety

Depression and anxiety are on the rise. Here's what we need to remember.

02/19/2014

Need to write a paper? Visit the Writing Center!

02/04/2014

Dear Psychology Students,

Please visit the official Department of Psychology's website.
- Currently we are updating and offering 10+ PAID INTERNSHIPS and Employment Opportunities.

So head over to: http://psychology.apu.edu/

Have a great semester!