2026 Psychology Department Award Ceremony 2026 Award Winners Department Wide Undergraduate Awards SPARK Psychology Undergraduate Research Support Award Vivian Austin Danna Cervera Kathryn Fuller Melyssa Munn Judge Horace B. Russell Prize Hannah Dutton David R. Shaffer Excellence in Undergraduate Psychology Research Award Vivian Austin Read more about 2026 Psychology Department Award Ceremony
Undergraduate Research Showcased at the 47th Annual Psi Chi Convention of the Behavioral Sciences The 47th Annual Psi Chi Convention brought together undergraduate students to showcase their research through poster and oral presentations. The event featured multiple poster sessions and a dedicated oral presentation block, giving students the opportunity to share their work and engage with peers and faculty. Open to all undergraduates involved in research, the convention included projects across psychology and related disciplines, reflecting a wide range of topics and approaches. Read more about Undergraduate Research Showcased at the 47th Annual Psi Chi Convention of the Behavioral Sciences
Thania Galvan Awarded Prestigious William T. Grant Scholars Grant Thania Galvan, assistant professor in the Department of Psychology Clinical Program, has been awarded a $425,000 William T. Grant Foundation Scholars grant to study parenting stress among Latino families with teenagers. Read more about Thania Galvan Awarded Prestigious William T. Grant Scholars Grant
Seeking Undergraduate Research Assistants! The Georgia Attitude, Bias, and Behavior Acquisition (GABBA) Lab is looking for undergraduate research assistants who are interested in gaining research experience in social psychology and/or with the study or racial attitudes and biases. Read more about Seeking Undergraduate Research Assistants!
Dr. Sierra Carter awarded prestigious “Storymakers Fellowship.” We are excited to share that Dr. Carter will be taking part in a weeklong intensive this summer that trains full-time, established researchers in the art of environmental storytelling. Held in residence at the Wrigley Marine Science Center (WMSC) on Catalina Island, the program includes lectures, workshops, studio time for creating original content, and cohort-building activities. Read more about Dr. Sierra Carter awarded prestigious “Storymakers Fellowship.”
Dr. Trina Cyterski Receives Sandy Beaver Excellence in Teaching Award Dr. Trina Cyterski has been named a recipient of the Sandy Beaver Excellence in Teaching Award, an honor recognizing outstanding faculty in the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences who demonstrate a sustained commitment to high-quality instruction. This award highlights Dr. Cyterski's consistent excellence in teaching and her meaningful impact on student learning within the Department of Psychology. Congratulations Dr. Cyterski! Read more about Dr. Trina Cyterski Receives Sandy Beaver Excellence in Teaching Award
Dylan Richards Identifies Key Factors Behind Responsible Drinking Habits New research from the Department of Psychology, led by Dylan Richards, finds that people who feel autonomy, competence, and connection are more likely to drink responsibly. Read more about Dylan Richards Identifies Key Factors Behind Responsible Drinking Habits
Health Motivation Lab, Dr. Dylan Richards We study the motivational processes that drive health behavior change and develop evidence-based strategies to help people adopt and maintain healthier lifestyles. Lab site: Visit the Health Motivation lab site Read more about Health Motivation Lab, Dr. Dylan Richards
Save the Date for Dawg Day of Giving! On March 26, we’re Calling All Dawgs for the University of Georgia’s Dawg Day of Giving! For 24 hours, we’re rallying Bulldogs around the world to celebrate and strengthen the university we love. We’re challenging you to answer the call, donate to any area at UGA, and show the world that nobody supports their school like the Bulldogs. Read more about Save the Date for Dawg Day of Giving!
FUERTE Lab, Dr. Thania Galvan The FUERTE lab broadly seeks to conduct research that will aid in reducing health disparities among Latino/a youth and families. Lab site: Visit the FUERTE Lab site Read more about FUERTE Lab, Dr. Thania Galvan
