The Psychology Department at USFSP is committed to the pursuit of innovative scientific inquiry that addresses important societal issues. Our program's aim is to help advance the field of psychology through thoughtful intellectual leadership built on the foundation of careful empirical research efforts that have implications for helping to improve the human condition. Core faculty members are active scientists engaged in both basic and applied research; current members of our Department have special interests and expertise in the domains of social, clinical, health, family, community, and pediatric psychology, as well as cognitive neuroscience, research methodology and statistics. Our program affords students a rigorous training experience emphasizing both the theoretical and empirical foundations of our discipline. In keeping with our mission, we also offer students unusually rich opportunities to engage in intensive, outside-the-classroom research apprenticeships to promote their development as outstanding young scientists.

Our core faculty members all teach courses in the undergraduate program, and work closely with students on cutting-edge research topics. Faculty members address key scientific controversies in their research programs and communicate with national and international leaders through their scholarly work; students who collaborate with our faculty on research present the fruits of their own efforts in local, national and international research forums. We strive to graduate incisive, broad thinking scientists possessing the skills and competencies to address questions of societal importance themselves, and to continue their training in top graduate programs around the country. Those interested in majoring in Psychology at USFSP or in applying to one of our outstanding graduate programs are encouraged to peruse our website for further information, or contact any members of our faculty directly to learn more about our program.

This Fall 2012, the Psychology  Department launched the Friends of USFSP Psychology Fundraising Campaign. Please considering donating to support continued excellence in student academics and research.

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The Psychology Department has published the 1st Volume of PsychBulletin!

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NEWS & EVENTS

PSYCHOLOGY WELCOMES THE FIRST COHORT IN OUR GRADUATE INFANT-FAMILY MENTAL HEALTH CERTIFICATE PROGRAM! – In January 2013, USF St. Petersburg welcomed 13 talented individuals from throughout the state of Florida as members of our new, fully online one-year program. The certificate was designed for both recent graduates from Bachelor’s programs seeking positions, or working in, area agencies that serve families of children birth to age 3 and for in-field professionals seeking to re-specialize. After completing three core classes, students will enroll in a final practicum experience where they will apply the skills they've learned in an agency or setting serving infants, toddlers, and their families. The 2014 Cohort will begin classes on January 6, 2014. Those interested in applying for Spring 2014 may now begin collecting their application materials (e.g., three letters of recommendation, writing samples, etc.) and apply online as a non-degree seeking student for Spring 2014 in late Summer 2013. The courses can transfer into the MA in Psychology program or stand alone as a separate certification. For more information on the program, please click here. Deadline for best consideration for program admission will be December 1, 2013. Additional information can also be acquired at 727-873-4963 or by completing the interest form.

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STUDENTS INTERESTED IN APPLYING TO USFSP's M.A. IN PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAM – The application deadline for admissions to Fall 2013 has passed, but applications are still being reviewed on a case-by-case basis. In order for your application to be considered for Fall 2013, completed applications must be submitted by April 22, 2013. For students interested in applying to the Fall 2014 cohort, DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS IS DECEMBER 31, 2013. The M.A. program is designed for students seeking re-specialization in the field of psychology and/or intensive research experience as preparation for pursuit of advanced Doctoral study in Psychology; the required 18 hours of graduate coursework in preparation for teaching psychology in a high school or community college; and/or advanced entry-level positions in health and human service related fields requiring advanced research methods, data collection, analysis, and grant writing skills. Application materials include all transcripts, Graduate Record Examination (GRE) score reports, a 1000-word statement of intent for seeking an M.A. in psychology, three letters of recommendation, and two examples of professional or academic writing. For additional information about the application process, e-mail applygrad@usfsp.edu. For further information on the program, complete our interest form.

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CONGRATULATIONS, DR. DURAND! The Department is proud to congratulate our colleague, V. Mark Durand, Ph.D., who was recently honored by being ranked among the top 25 psychology professors in Florida. Dr. Durand was chosen by StateStats.org because of his national and international expertise in autism spectrum disorder. Dr. Durand teaches popular undergraduate courses at USF St. Petersburg in Abnormal Psychology, Motivation, and Autism Spectrum Disorders. To read more about this honor, click here.

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The Colloquium Series for the Spring is underway. We welcome three talented finalists for our new faculty position in Psychology. They will be visiting the Department and on campus to give talks and meet with students in February 2013. The Colloquium Series will also include informational sessions on the Department's graduate certificate program in Infant-Family Mental Health and M.A. program in Psychology. Click here to access the full schedule.

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