Brandon Smith Part-time Clinical Assistant Professor Industrial-Organizational Master's Program Brandon Smith, Ph.D., is a Senior Manager of Talent Development at Penske Transportation Solutions, where he leads a team responsible for designing, executing, and evaluating director-level leadership development initiatives across the organization. Brandon’s professional experience spans multiple sectors, including consulting, healthcare, federal government, and the military. His primary focus areas center around leadership development strategy, talent assessment, and leadership coaching. A proud veteran of the U.S. Army and U.S. Army Reserve, Brandon's military service—including a stint as a Drill Sergeant and two tours in Iraq—has deeply influenced his dedication to fostering effective leadership and talent practices within teams and organizations. Brandon holds a Ph.D. in Learning, Leadership, and Organization Development and an M.A. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, both from the University of Georgia. He is a Professional Certified Coach through the International Coaching Federation and holds certifications in multiple talent assessments, including Hogan, Korn Ferry, and EQ-i 2.0.
Jeffrey Nightingale Lecturer, Behavioral and Brain Sciences Program Education Education: Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology, 2024 University of Georgia --- Athens, GA Master of Science in Psychology, 2021 University of Georgia --- Athens, GA Certificate in Gerontology, 2021 University of Georgia --- Athens, GA Bachelor of Science in Psychology, 2019 Arizona State University --- Tempe, AZ
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2024 Award Winners for the Department of Psychology Annual Awards Ceremony Congratulations to all of the winners! Read more about 2024 Award Winners for the Department of Psychology Annual Awards Ceremony
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Faculty at Center Stage: Dr. Drew Abney, Assistant Professor and Graduate Coordinator Dr. Abney is an Assistant Professor in the Behavioral and Brain Sciences Program and serves as Graduate Coordinator for the Department of Psychology. Before joining the University of Georgia’s faculty in the fall of 2020, he earned a PhD in Cognitive and Information Sciences at the University of California, Merced, and completed a postdoctoral fellowship in Developmental Psychology at Indiana University. He currently teaches undergraduate and graduate courses on statistics, research design, and computer programming. Read more about Faculty at Center Stage: Dr. Drew Abney, Assistant Professor and Graduate Coordinator
Congratulations to Professor Emeritus Roger Thomas on Publishing Across Seven Decades! Professor Emeritus Roger Thomas, who was 84 in September, has published in seven decades (1965-2022)! If either or both manuscripts currently under review are accepted that range will increase to (1965-2024). Read more about Congratulations to Professor Emeritus Roger Thomas on Publishing Across Seven Decades!
Behavioral and Brain Sciences Informational Session The Behavioral and Brain Sciences Program in the Department of Psychology is hosting an info session about the program and giving tips for the application process! Join us 11/9 at 6PM! Here is the link for registration. Read more about Behavioral and Brain Sciences Informational Session
