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Psychology Department News Archive
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| December
21, 2006 |
The Science of Diversity Conference is featured in the New York Times
The article, "Women in Science: The Battle Moves to the Trenches," appears in the Science section of the December 19, 2006 issue of The New York Times.
The conference at Columbia is cited as one of the many forums in which "female scientists are asking why" there is a gender imbalance in the Sciences.
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| December
14, 2006 |
The Record features Prof. Downey and Prof. Graham as two of "Columbia's Hotshot Women Scientists"
In the Faculty Q & A, "Columbia's Hotshot Women Scientists", of the December 4, 2006 issue of The Record, Prof. Downey and Prof. Graham are asked about their experiences in the sciences and in academia. |
| December
8, 2006 |
Faculty Seach - Cognitive Psychology, Assistant Professor
The Department
of Psychology at Columbia University
seeks an Assistant Professor in the area of Cognitive Psychology
to begin JULY 1, 2007. Candidates should provide evidence of
excellence in research and a strong commitment to both graduate
and undergraduate education. Ph.D. in Psychology or related
field required at the time of appointment.
Applicants
should submit their vitae, including email address, copies of
relevant papers, and arrange to have three letters of reference
sent to the Cognitive Psychology Search Committee, Department
of Psychology, Columbia University, 1190 Amsterdam Avenue MC
5501, 406 Schermerhorn Hall, New York, NY 10027.
We
will begin reviewing applications on DECEMBER 1, 2006 and will
continue until the position is filled. Applications from minorities
and women are encouraged. Columbia University is an Affirmative
Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please Submit Materials to:
Cognitive Psychology Search Committee
Department of Psychology
Columbia University
1190 Amsterdam Avenue, MC: 5501
406 Schermerhorn Hall
New York, NY 10027
Click here for job posting
If you have any further questions, please send an email to .
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| November
17, 2006 |
Symposium on The Science of Diversity
The purpose of the symposium is two-fold: to set out what research
reveals about how bias and exclusion occur, and to suggest how
institutions can counteract both to promote more inclusive environments
and practices. Speakers will present the latest behavioral and
neuroscience research on cognitive bias, judgment, and decision-making. (more)
- Friday, November 17, 2006, 9:30am - 5:30pm
- 501 Schermerhorn, Columbia University (Morningside Heights Campus)
Sponsored by the Provost's Task Force on Diversity in Science & Engineering,
the Earth Institute ADVANCE Program, the Department of Psychology, and the
Offices of the Vice Provost for Diversity Initiatives and the Executive Vice
President for Research
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| May
16, 2006 |
Pappas to receive post-humous degree
A posthumous degree will be awarded to George Pappas, who graduated
in
psychology, at the 2005 GS Class Day ceremony.
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| May
16, 2006 |
Psychology Honors student named CC '06 Salutatorian
Psychology Honors student, Julia DiBenigno, will be named CC '06 Salutatorian at this year's Class Day ceremonies. |
| May
12, 2006 |
Champagne featured in ScienCentral article
Dr. Frances Champagne's research, which explores "whether mothering tendencies are passed on through genetics or experience" is the topic of the article, "A
Mother's Touch", featured in the May edition of ScienCentral News.
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| May
7, 2006 |
Mischel's experiment featured in NY Times article
David Brooks discusses the utility of Dr. Walter Mischel's classic longitudinal study on self-control in children as a tool to guide public policy in his NY Times article, "Marshmallows and Public Policy".
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| April
24, 2006 |
Higgins elected to American Academy of Arts & Sciences
Dr. Tory Higgins is elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences 2006 Class of Fellows. Among the newly elected fellows, Dr. Higgins is joined by two former U.S. presidents, the Chief Justice of the United States, and a Nobel laureate.
The Academy's Chief Executive,
Officer Leslie Berlowitz, had this to say about the newly elected, "Throughout its history, the Academy has convened the
leading thinkers of the day, from diverse perspectives, to participate in
projects and studies that advance the public good. I am confident that this distinguished class of new
Fellows will continue that tradition of cherishing knowledge and shaping the
future."
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| April
20, 2006 |
Karatsoreos wins SBN Young Investigator Award
Mr. Ilia Karatsoreos, a 5th year graduate student, receives the Young Investigators Award from the Society for Behavioral Neuroendocrinology. He will present his work at the Society's 10th Annual Meeting hosted by the University of Pittsburgh on June 18th, 2006. |
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