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Dr. Meifen Wei receives APA Division 17 International Section’s Lifetime Achievement Award

Psychology Professor Meifen Wei was awarded the APA Division 17 (Counseling Psychology) International Section’s Lifetime Achievement Award at this year’s American Psychological Association’s conference. Meifen Wei is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at Iowa State University (ISU). She received her doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Missouri-Columbia. She worked as … Continue reading Dr. Meifen Wei receives APA Division 17 International Section’s Lifetime Achievement Award

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Dr. Chris Meissner receives postdoctoral mentoring award

Psychology professor Christian Meissner takes a collaborative approach to mentoring, focusing on core skills and competencies that postdoctoral scholars would like to further develop. He offers opportunities for leadership of projects and for the development of novel lines of research that leverage their collective strengths. He also spends time discussing other areas of professional development, … Continue reading Dr. Chris Meissner receives postdoctoral mentoring award

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A purpose-driven life

Helen tapped into her leadership potential as a cadet in Air Force ROTC. Now she aims to earn a Ph.D. in clinical psychology to work with veterans, active-duty members and their families as an advocate, researcher and therapist.

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Expanding her comfort zone

Through the Psychology Learning Community, Sydney found a sense of belonging at Iowa State. It’s one of many experiences preparing her to lead and advise her own students as a school counselor.

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Researching the possibilities

Zakiya’s passions include learning about human behavior, conducting research and meeting students from other cultures. At Iowa State, she’s done it all, thanks to research opportunities on campus and in North Carolina and study abroad in Greece.

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Countless opportunities

Pyschology drew in Sierra because of its many career opportunities. Thanks to incredible leadership opportunities at Iowa State, she has found her career path in student affairs.

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Cara Galloway helps lead Ottumwa Pride

The town of Ottumwa, Iowa is embracing its growing LGBTQIA+ community, led by Cyclone Cara Galloway (‘08 interdisciplinary studies & psychology) and her fellow Ottumwa Pride members. Read more at this link: ISU Alumni Association – Small town, big progress  

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Alumnus Dr. Kenneth Sufka named Distinguished Professor at the University of Mississippi

Congratulations to Dr. Kenneth Sufka on his appointment as Distinguished Professor at the University of Mississippi. Dr. Sufka is an alumnus of this department, obtaining his bachelor’s, master’s and Ph.D. degrees in psychology from ISU. Dr. Sufka is a leading international scholar in behavioral neuroscience and psychopharmacology. His research has led to the discovery of … Continue reading Alumnus Dr. Kenneth Sufka named Distinguished Professor at the University of Mississippi