Department of Psychology | Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Welcome to
Psychology

Welcome! The Department of Psychology provides a challenging curriculum within a student-centered environment. We offer a broad and flexible curriculum to undergraduate students, preparing our BA graduates for diverse work settings and for graduate education. We also offer doctoral training in four specializations: applied psychology, brain and cognitive sciences, clinical psychology, and counseling psychology. Our faculty maintain a high level of influential scholarship, and provide a supportive environment for students. Learn More

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News & Events

Spring '12
Spring commencement announced
Both the undergraduate and graduate ceremonies will be held on Saturday, May 12. READ MORE
Fall '11
Faculty Positions
The Psychology Department is currently hiring tenure track assistant professor positions in Clinical Psychology.
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Spring '11
Psychology faculty publish and present their work
In 2010, faculty in the Department of Psychology published 33 articles and chapters, and presented 103 papers at conferences. READ MORE

Spotlight

Meera Komarraju,
Director

Dr. Komarraju directs the Undergraduate Psychology program and teaches Introduction to Psychology and Careers in Psychology.
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David Gilbert,
Faculty

Dr. Gilbert was honored by the SIUC chapter of Sigma Xi for his outstanding research career related to smoking and substance abuse.
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Michelle Kibby

Michelle Kibby,
Faculty

Dr. Kibby has recently received a grant funded by the National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NIH/NICHD). READ MORE

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