DU Psychology blends research, learning, and community in a fun, inclusive space—where diverse perspectives thrive and exploring the mind is just the beginning!

Denver, CO
Joined September 2017
Please welcome our new PhD cohort! (left to right) Bhavya, Juli, Ellie, Emily, and Colton!
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Please welcome Dr. Meriah DeJoseph to the DU Psychology faculty! 🧠💙 Dr. DeJoseph is an Assistant Professor in developmental psychology. Her research explores how poverty and economic unpredictability shape children’s learning and self-regulation. Welcome, Dr. DeJoseph! 😊
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With 20+ research labs, our award-winning faculty and graduate students are exploring questions in health, development, cognition, neuroscience, trauma, adversity, and more. Discover the research happening at DU Psychology: liberalarts.du.edu/psycholog…
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Being the first in your family to attend college is a milestone worth celebrating! FIRST@DU provides first-generation students with mentorship, resources, community, and opportunities to help them thrive throughout their DU journey. Learn more: studentaffairs.du.edu/first-…
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🎉 Congratulations to Dr. Emily Melnick on receiving a prestigious NIH grant! This highly competitive award will support her innovative research and advance scientific discovery. We're proud to celebrate this incredible achievement! 👏 Link: reporter.nih.gov/search/WviK…
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Still in summer mode? 🌊☀️ Fall Quarter is almost here! Taking a few small steps now—like meeting with your academic advisor, checking your schedule, and planning ahead—can help reduce stress before classes begin. 💙📚 #DUPioneers #BackToSchool
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Why do our brains love nature? 🏔️ Time outdoors changes our brain chemistry for better mental health — and camping might be giving us something modern life can't. 🌲✨ #MentalHealth #Nature #Psychology Source: msn.com/en-in/news/other/psy…
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Student Spotlight 🎉 Congratulations to Trudy Mickel on the publication of her article, "Thin Doesn't Win: Eating Disorders in Sports," with The Hidden Opponent. Read more: thehiddenopponent.org/post/t… #StudentSuccess #MentalHealthAwareness
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Congratulations to our 2026 Psychology Spring Award recipients! 🎉 We loved celebrating the incredible achievements of our students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Thank you to all who joined us for an evening recognizing excellence in research, leadership, teaching, and service.
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🎉 Congrats to Dr. Heidi Vuletich on being named a 2026 Rising Star by the Association for Psychological Science! A well-deserved recognition of her impactful research and future contributions 👏 #DUPsychology #RisingStar
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✨ Faculty Spotlight ✨ Congrats to Dr. Erika Manczak on receiving a Mental Research Institute grant! 👏 Her research explores how adolescents’ mental health may impact parents’ long-term physical health 🧠 #ResearchMatters #Psychology
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Curious how the brain shapes how we think, feel, and behave? 🧠 Explore DU’s Cognitive Neuroscience concentration and dive into the science behind mind + brain. #Neuroscience #Psychology #HigherEd
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DCN Research Night 2026 🧠 Grad students presented fast-paced flash talks on topics from AI in child development to emotion, ADHD, and cognitive control. Inspiring work and an amazing turnout—thank you to everyone who joined! #DCN #ResearchNight #Neuroscience #GraduateResearch
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Huge congrats to psychology student Katie Lamberton for being named a finalist for the 2026 Boettcher Foundation Colorado Student Leader of the Year Award! 🎉 We’re so proud of her leadership, mentorship, and impact on our community. Go Katie! 👏 🎥 lnkd.in/gVWWUCd4
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Congrats to our Psychology Department Chair, Kateri McRae, on receiving the 2026 Service Award from the Social & Affective Neuroscience Society! Her research on cognitive reappraisal explores how shifting perspective strengthens emotional well-being. #ResearchSpotlight
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Join us for DCN Research Night! Explore Cognitive Neuroscience through engaging grad student presentations, connect with peers and faculty, and enjoy snacks. Learn something new and build community! RSVP: udenver.qualtrics.com/jfe/fo…... Questions? Contact [email protected]
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Congratulations to Dr. Angela Narayan on receiving a $25,000 grant from the Mental Research Institute! 🎉Her research explores how positive childhood experiences shape family relationships, parenting practices, and mental health across three generations. #FacultySpotlight#DUPsych
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Interested in earning a psychology bachelor’s and master’s degree in five years? Join us for a Dual Degree Master’s Program information session on January 12. Zoom Link: udenver.zoom.us/j/8713694677… Meeting ID: 871 3694 6772 #DUPsychology #DualDegree #PsychologyStudents
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Session is at 4:30pm
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This season isn’t about how many gifts we give — it’s about how present we are. Dr. Angela Narayan gives us tips on why keeping Christmas simple can be better for kids (and adults too!) #LessIsMore #MindfulHolidays Full interview link in bio
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