Department of Psychology Statement on Racism, Social Justice, and Change:

The murder of George Floyd and other Black men and women in encounters with police reflects the enduring racism that permeates the daily lives of Black Americans. The Psychology Department condemns racism in all its manifestations, expresses solidarity with protestors who seek meaningful and lasting change, and supports groups, such as Black Lives Matter, that are actively working towards these lasting changes in social and governmental policy.

Professor Daphna Shohamy recently wrote an article on CNN's Social Commentary Opinion section, titled "Lentils or Pasta? Why Small Decisions Feel As Tough As Big Ones In This Time of Crisis. You can read the full article by clicking on the link below:

https://www.cnn.com/2020/04/13/opinions/coronavirus-brains-decisions-shohamy-opinion/index.html

For this year only, tickets are not required and pets ARE encouraged to attend. Invite your entire extended family and all your friends from around the globe to celebrate our graduates!
 
Join us on Wednesday, May 20, 2020, at 10:50 a.m. (EDT), as we remember milestones from signature events and achievements from the 2019–2020 academic year, followed at 11:00 a.m. by a special address from President Lee C. Bollinger and the official degree conferral of the Class of 2020.