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Congratulations to Professor Nim Tottenham on becoming an elected member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, joining some of the world’s most accomplished leaders from academia, business, public affairs, the humanities, and the arts in one of the nation’s most prestigious honorary societies.
Please click here for our department's progress report on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Activities for 2021-2022.
The Psychology Department will be holding an information session for Psychology Major, Concentration, and Neuroscience & Behavior Major on Friday March 4th at 4pm via Zoom.
Zoom link: https://columbiauniversity.zoom.us/j/97121540949
Professor Daphna Shohamy was recently appointed to the Kavli Professorship of Brain Science and was also named as a co-director of the Kavli Institute for Brain Science. Dr. Shohamy’s research focuses on understanding the process of learning, as well as the neurobiological and cognitive mechanisms of memory and decision making. The Kavli Professorship was previously held by Dr. Eric Kandel, who, along with Dr. Rafael Yuste, have been named as founding directors of the Kavli Institute.
The tragic murder of George Floyd happened one year ago this week. His death followed and was preceded by the deaths of countless other black men and women at the hands of police. In the wake of this tragedy last year, members of the Columbia University Psychology Department sent a letter asking, “what can we do now – as individuals, a department, a university, an academic discipline – to contribute to making Black Lives Matter in reality rather than simply in rhetoric.” To begin the conversation, they highlighted areas of focus for meaningful change, which we reference…
Professor Geraldine Downey has been named an inaugural recipient of Columbia’s new faculty service award!
This award recognizes contributions to the University’s diversity, equity and inclusion goals.
Congratulation to graduate student Christopher Medina-Kirchner on being selected as one of the recipients of the 2021 Presidential Award for Outstanding Teaching by a Graduate Student Instructor
Have questions about the Psychology or Neuroscience majors, or just interested in meeting students in the department and talking to department advisors? Then join us on October 21st for our Social Tea Event!
The Psychology department has recently updated the Psychology Major and Concentration requirements for students entering Fall 2020 or later. If you are a new student please take a look at our major and concentration pages for these updates.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, GRE scores will be waived for applicants applying for FALL 2021 admission.
The Psychology Department is now accepting applications for TA positions for the Fall 2020 semester. If you are interested in being a TA in the Fall, please submit an application here.
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.
A question for all of us is what can we do now – as individuals, a department,…
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.
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