This workshop will focus on causal inferences based on observational data, use of Directed Acyclic Graphs (DAGs, more casually known as Graphical Causal Models) to represent assumptions and hypotheses, and how to make decisions about statistical controls in research. It will be very applied and minimally philosophical. Dr. Zlatan Krizan present this workshop.
The psychology freshman learning communities, lead by Carolyn Cutrona and Karen Scheel, are helping freshman students feel connected to each other and the university. The learning communities utilize service to others to promote happiness and well-being. You can read more about the learning communities at this link.
On September 9, 2019 the Liberal Arts and Science college celebrated faculty and staff at its annual LAS Convocation. Lisa Larson, professor in the psychology department, received the Institutional Service Award. Lisa has worked for more than a decade to improve recruitment, promotion, and retention of excellent and diverse faculty. Congratulations and thank you for … Continue reading Lisa Larson receives LAS Institutional Service Award
On September 9, 2019 the Liberal Arts and Science College celebrated outstanding faculty and staff at its annual LAS Convocation. Kristin Towers, academic advisor for the psychology department, was honored with the LAS Award for Early Achievement in Academic Advising. Congratulations, Kristin, and thank you for all your hard work.
Title: Academic Misconduct: Prevalence and Predictors of Plagiarism, Cheating, and Questionable Research Practices among Students and Faculty The Graduate Students in Social Psychology (GSSP) are pleased to host Dr. Helen C. Harton. Dr. Harton is a professor of psychology at the University of Northern Iowa where she also serves as the coordinator of graduate studies. … Continue reading GSSP Hosts Dr. Helen Harton
Sabrina Ash, a recent graduate of ISU’s psychology department, competed with other Liberal Arts and Science students at the Iowa State University’s Standing Innovation pitch competition at the Iowa State Fair. Twelve LAS students delivered a pitch, 90 seconds to five minutes long, to fairgoers about an innovative and entrepreneurial idea. Students competed for an … Continue reading Sabrina Ash showcases innovative idea at the Iowa State Fair