Psychology
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Psychology Overview
Chatham University’s psychology program will give you a valuable opportunity to explore contemporary theory and research in psychology while teaching you to think scientifically about behavior and mental processes and to appreciate and to respect others and their differences. Students are equipped with knowledge of the fundamentals of psychology as well as with critical and creative thinking, public speaking, and interpersonal skills. Our faculty takes pride in teaching and strives to make courses rigorous, challenging, interesting, and innovative while shaping you into a well-rounded, world-ready graduate.
What I like best about the psychology department is the cohesion of the department as a whole; the willingness to find answers to questions and the ability to use each other’s strengths to solve conflicts. The professors’ involvement in creating a positive and welcoming environment is greatly appreciated, as is their willingness to help students and encourage them.
— CHATHAM PSYCHOLOGY STUDENT
An Emoji Is Worth...What, Exactly?
Dr. Riordan studies computer-mediated communication (such as texts, instant messaging, and emails), and she recently published a study in the Journal of Language and Social Psychology about emojis.
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Present Research at Conferences
Students and faculty from Chatham’s psychology program have presented research at conferences locally, nationally, and internationally, including the Western Pennsylvania Undergraduate Psychology Conference which has been supported by the University for more than 35 years.
Degree Opportunities
Earn both undergraduate and graduate (Master of Science in Counseling Psychology) degrees in only five years through Chatham’s Integrated Degree Program (IDP). You may also have the opportunity to continue your graduate education and achieve a Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Counseling Psychology at Chatham.
Learn About IDP : Checkerboard 2 - Degree Opportunities
Program Satisfaction
Psychology is one of the largest majors at Chatham, with over 20% of the seniors being enrolled in the program. Over the last ten years, more than 95% of our students report they are glad they majored in psychology and would recommend psychology to entering students.
Honor Society
Chatham University has been a chartered member of the National Honor Society of Psychology Studies, known as Psi Chi, since 1991. At the national level, the benefits of membership include grants and awards for scholarship, and attendance at conferences. At Chatham, Psi Chi members meet to further their interest in the study of Psychology, as well as to plan service activities to enhance well-being both on campus and in the broader community.
Real-World Applications
Students in the integrative capstone course have worked on research with direct impact on the Chatham campus community, including an evaluation of gendered language in University policy/documents; design and implementation of data collection strategies for a campus climate survey; and design of a campus survey on gender and sexual violence prevalence.
Integrated Degree Program
Qualified students from the psychology program can be admitted early to Chatham's Entry-Level Doctor of Occupational Therapy or Master of Science in Counseling Psychology programs, saving money and speeding time towards graduation with two degrees.
Integrated Degree Program Info : Checkerboard 6 - Integrated Degree Program
