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SRU Psychology students can take advantage of a vibrant network of opportunities that go beyond the classroom. Student can choose how many opportunities they would like to pursue based on their personal and professional interests. We welcome you to join us! Here are just a few of the activities that are available to students:

Social activities that will allow you to meet other people in the major.
Volunteer opportunities in the community and with a number of local agencies.
Fundraising events to raise money for local agencies and national organizations.
Leadership and networking opportunities in PSI CHI and Psychology Club.
Work with faculty on research projects and present at professional conferences.

NU RHO PSI: THE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY

The purpose of this organization is to encourage professional interest and excellence in scholarship and neuroscience, award recognition to students who have achieved high levels of academic scholarship, advance the discipline of neuroscience, encourage intellectual and social interaction between students, faculty, and professionals, promote career development, increase public awareness of neuroscience, and encourage service to the community. Membership is by invitation only to those who meet the academic qualifications.

Faculty Advisor: Dr. Beth Ann Rice

PSI CHI: THE INTERNATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY IN PSYCHOLOGY

The SRU chapter of Psi Chi is comprised of a selective group of students with outstanding records. SRU Psi Chi members contribute to the success of the chapter, psychology program, university, and community. Our active Psi Chi chapter provides students with the opportunity to contribute to the field of psychology and society as a whole. Membership is by invitation only to those who meet the academic qualifications.

Faculty Advisors: Dr. Beth Boerger and Dr. Cynthia Hall

NEURO ROCKS!

Open to all interested students, NeuroRocks! is a social/service organization that engages in opportunities to educate, promote, and engage in community outreach to raise awareness and interest in brain – health and research. NeuroRocks! works with the Girl Scouts, arranges for guest speakers, and organizes other activities with the goal of fostering stronger connections throughout Slippery Rock.

Faculty Advisor: Dr. Beth Ann Rice

PSYCHOLOGY CLUB

The official student organization for psychology majors, minors, and other students interested in psychology. The club sponsors programs that promote interaction between students, faculty, and individuals involved in psychology-related services. These include movie nights featuring psychological themes, meetings with professionals representing various fields in psychology, and more.

Faculty Advisor: Dr. Beth Boerger

Reflections Body Image

This student organization advocates on the SRU campus to challenge media-based ideals of beauty and appearance and promote a more positive, empowering environment for all individuals to thrive. Reflections meets regularly throughout the year to plan activities that raise awareness and to organize fundraising and social events.

Faculty Advisor: Dr. Jennifer McGraw

Psychology Student Leadership Committee

The committee is composed of students selected through an application and interview process. Students work closely with other peer leaders and faculty to host program events, represent psychology at campus events, run the psychology social media accounts, recruit prospective students, provide peer advising and mentoring, and much more. The main goals of the committee are for students to consider relative areas of strength and weakness within the program and to have a voice, to develop programs and projects to facilitate students’ academic and future career success, and to provide opportunities for members to develop leadership skills.

Faculty Advisor: Dr. Jennifer McGraw

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