Paul Eugene Moon Lecturer, Behavioral and Brain Sciences Program Director of Psychology Undergraduate Assistant (PUA) Experiential Learning Program Dr. Moon joined UGA's Department of Psychology in the fall of 2024 as a limited-term lecturer and has been a full-time lecturer since the fall of 2025. Previously, he was a Visiting Assistant Professor at Emory University for the 2023-2024 academic year after completing his PhD at Emory University in the summer of 2023. Dr. Moon began teaching as a graduate student in the summer of 2019 and primarily teaches courses related to neuroscience, sensation and perception, cognition, and general psychology. He also has a background in comparative psychology and has interests in interdisciplinary perspectives and approaches to teaching, bridging the gaps between the sciences and the arts. Dr. Moon and his wife welcomed their first child, Oscar, in September of 2024, whom they added to their household of two cats and a dog. Dr. Moon is a very proud UGA alum who, when not teaching, enjoys playing sports, running, playing video games, cooking, spending time with family and friends, exploring Athens, and would describe himself as a, "generally excitable human," with many, varied interests. GO DAWGS! Education Education: Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology - Class of 2023 Emory University - Atlanta, Georgia Master of Arts in Psychology - Class of 2013 Wake Forest University - Winston-Salem, North Carolina Bachelor of Science in Psychology - Class of 2010 University of Georgia - Athens, Georgia Other Information Of note: Three-Minute Thesis Competition - Emory University - 2022 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=shYEgJcSP_o
Franklin Alumna Dominique Holloman Returns to Campus Franklin alumna Dominique Holloman (BS ’01, AB ’01, MED ’04, JD ’04) returned to UGA to speak to students of PSYC 3030: Preparing for a Career in Psychology. Holloman began her education at UGA at the age of 17 and graduated with her four degrees by 2004. Holloman shared invaluable advice with students as they begin to navigate their careers in psychology-related fields. Having a career experience across multiple industries, she encouraged students to embrace all their interests personally and professionally. Read more about Franklin Alumna Dominique Holloman Returns to Campus
Stress, Environment, and Neurodevelopment (SEND) Laboratory, Dr. Ashley Sanders Based within the Psychology Department at the University of Georgia and directed by Dr. Ashley Sanders, the Stress, Environment, and Neurodevelopment (SEND) lab focuses on how growing up in different environments affects brain development and cognition. Lab site: Visit the SEND Lab site Read more about Stress, Environment, and Neurodevelopment (SEND) Laboratory, Dr. Ashley Sanders
URA Openings in MODEL Lab The Modeling Organizational Dynamics, Emergence, and Learning (MODEL) Lab, led by Dr. Neal Outland, is seeking undergraduate research assistants: Read more about URA Openings in MODEL Lab
Seeking Undergraduate Research Assistants The Creating Our Future for Equitable Employment (COFFEE) Lab is looking for undergraduate research assistants to begin in Summer 2025 and/or Fall 2025. Applications for current openings will be accepted through March 31st. Message from the COFFEE Lab: Read more about Seeking Undergraduate Research Assistants
Psychology Alumnus Alex Cole Shares his Psychology Career Path By: Danielle Hamann Read more about Psychology Alumnus Alex Cole Shares his Psychology Career Path
Psychology Clinic Awarded $5000 from Parents Leadership Council The UGA Psychology Clinic was recently awarded $5000 from the Parents Leadership Council to increase student access to high quality mental health services in the Psychology Clinic by subsidizing fees for low-income students. The generosity of the Parents Leadership Council will help the Psychology Clinic ensure that all our undergraduate clients are able to continue in treatment and receive appropriate assessment services regardless of their financial circumstances. Read more about Psychology Clinic Awarded $5000 from Parents Leadership Council
Kacy Morris Wins Sandy Beaver Excellence in Teaching Award Dr. Kacy Morris was recently awarded the Sandy Beaver Excellence in Teaching Award! This is awarded to outstanding faculty in Franklin College who have shown "a sustained commitment to high-quality instruction," which Dr. Morris has certainly done over her 16 years in our Department! She served as Lecturer (2008-2014), Senior Lecturer (2014-2023), and Principal Lecturer (2023 - present). It's hard to quantify her contributions, but one amazing number is that she has taught over 7,600 undergrads just since her promotion to Senior Lecturer in 2014! Read more about Kacy Morris Wins Sandy Beaver Excellence in Teaching Award
Studies show that you need a vacation! Ryan Grant explains why. According to a recent study conducted by Ryan Grant, a fifth-year graduate student in the Psychology Department’s Industrial-Organizational Program, taking that vacation you've been putting off could offer you a much needed uplift to your overall well-being. You can find the full story and more wisdom from Ryan at UGA Today! Read more about Studies show that you need a vacation! Ryan Grant explains why.
Olutosin Adesogan Featured in APS Article “Resilience in Black Americans Spans Multiple Levels of Support” Olutosin Adesogan, a sixth-year graduate student in the Psychology Department’s Clinical Program, sat down with the Association for Psychological Science to discuss her latest research on resilience and its contributing factors among Black Americans. Read more about Olutosin Adesogan Featured in APS Article “Resilience in Black Americans Spans Multiple Levels of Support”
