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UBC Psychology study: Understanding others helps children feel better

A key to children playing nice is their ability to understand other people’s perspectives, according to research from Dr. Susan Birch.

MA student Kiarah O’Kane receives prestigious Vanier Scholarship

MA student Kiarah O’Kane receives prestigious Vanier Scholarship

Scholars demonstrate leadership skills and a high standard of scholarly achievement in graduate studies in the social sciences and humanities, natural sciences and/or engineering and health.

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StEAR Funding awarded to three psychology projects

Three psychology projects have received funding to advance the department’s equity, diversity and inclusion goals and priorities.

Dr. Friedrich Götz honoured with CPA President’s New Researcher Award

Dr. Friedrich Götz honoured with CPA President’s New Researcher Award

Dr. Götz will attend the annual CPA Conference in Ottawa to deliver an award address. The title of his talk will be ‘On the Geography of Psychology’.

Congratulations to our graduate students crossing the stage this week

Congratulations to our graduate students crossing the stage this week

Gordon Heltzel, PhD’24, shares why he chose to study psychology at UBC, what inspired his research, and his advice for others considering graduate school.

The intersection of culture and cuisine: How food shapes our identity

The intersection of culture and cuisine: How food shapes our identity

Dr. Norenzayan on how food connects us to cultures beyond our own and helps us strengthen our identities.

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Francis Yuen receives 2023-2024 Killam Graduate Teaching Assistant Award

Francis was recognized for his commitment to ensuring all students have the opportunity to flourish at UBC.

2024 Giving Day: The PIE fund creates a more inclusive learning experience for psychology students

2024 Giving Day: The PIE fund creates a more inclusive learning experience for psychology students

The Psychology Inclusive Excellence Student Fund supports students from marginalized backgrounds with funded research opportunities in our department.

Update: UBC Psychology EDI Committee policy on statements of support

Update: UBC Psychology EDI Committee policy on statements of support

The aim of any statements will be to provide support for Department members’ mental health and wellbeing, to hold space for respectful conversations, and to facilitate dialogue and understanding. 

In Memoriam: Dr. Daniel Kahneman

In Memoriam: Dr. Daniel Kahneman

It is with heavy hearts that we bid farewell to one of our most distinguished scholars, Dr. Daniel Kahneman.