✨ 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. Learn more: liberalarts.du.edu/academics-ad...
#Neuroscience #Psychology #HigherEd
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Event graphic for Research Night 2026 showing a lineup of graduate student speakers with headshots and talk titles, including topics such as adaptive recovery after mistakes, cognitive biases and anxiety, ADHD and cognitive control in children, AI and storytelling in early development, visual perception, and group emotion perception.
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 #CognitiveScience
Discussion will be moderated by 2027 SANS Program Co-Chairs Dr. Peter Sokol-Hessner (@p1sh.bsky.social) & Dr. Nina Lauharatanahirun.
More info here: socialaffectiveneuro.org/program/
Graphic celebrating Katie Lamberton as a finalist for the Boettcher Foundation Student Leader of the Year Award. The design features her headshot on the left, with text on the right reading “Boettcher Foundation Student Leader of the Year Finalist – Katie Lamberton.” The background includes stylized clouds and sun above, and an illustrated University of Denver campus scene with mountains and the DU entrance sign below.
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! 👏
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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.
Learn more: socialaffectiveneuro.org/awards/
Alt text: Flyer for “Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience Research Night.” Large white and red text over a tan background with faint letters and numbers reads “DEVELOPMENTAL COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE RESEARCH NIGHT.” A pink cartoon brain with small yellow lightning bolts appears in the center. Below, a red box with white text says: “Join us for snacks & drinks, flash talks highlighting graduate student research, and discussion/community-building!” At the bottom: “Monday, Feb. 23 5–7pm – CCOM 1600.”
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/form/SV_...
Questions? Contact Michelle.Rozenman@du.edu
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 #DUPsychology
A red flyer from the University of Denver Department of Psychology. At the top is the DU logo and the text “Check out the Psychology Department’s Dual Degree Master’s Program.” Below are three black icons representing graduation, books, and a diploma. Text near the bottom reads “Information Session Coming Up on January 12th!” followed by “Details in caption.” The layout is centered and uses black and white text for contrast.
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 at 4:30pm.
Zoom Link:
udenver.zoom.us/j/87136946772
Meeting ID: 871 3694 6772
#DUPsychology #DualDegree #PsychologyStudents
This season isn’t about how many gifts we give — it’s about how present we are.
Expert tips from Dr. Angela Narayan on why keeping Christmas simple can be better for kids (and adults too!).
#LessIsMore #MindfulHolidays
Watch the full interview here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=HQEl...
Our DU Psychology PhD students had a great time at the Psychonomic Society’s 2025 meeting in downtown Denver, where researchers shared cutting-edge work in cognitive and behavioral science. #psynom25 #Psychonomic2025 #CognitivePsychology #BehavioralScience #AcademicConference
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Celebrating the resilience of our students as Week 11 begins. Grateful for our faculty, alumni, and staff who make each quarter meaningful. Wishing everyone a strong finish and a restorative break! #StudentSuccess #HigherEd #ResilientCommunity #AcademicExcellence #WeAreDU
🎃 Feeling brave this Halloween? Safe scares like haunted houses or horror movies aren’t just fun—they actually boost your brain and make you feel sharper! 🧠💥Plus, screaming together can strengthen friendships and create memories you won’t forget. #SpookySeason #FearButFun #BrainBoost #ScreamTogether
UNDERGRADUATES:
Don’t forget to remove your advising hold for Winter 2026!
New Drop-in Advising hours!
Friday- 10/24
9am-11:30am
ZOOM only!
Link: udenver.zoom.us/j/88588356782
#academicadvising #registration #week7 #almostdone
Join us for Research Night!
Hosted by Psi Chi and the Psych Club, this is your chance to explore exciting research opportunities, meet faculty and peers, and enjoy some free food while you're at it!
Whether you're just curious or ready to dive into research, this event is for YOU! Don’t miss it!
Dr. Zoe Smith, our new faculty member in the Psychology Department has recently earned 3 notable awards, including the RWJF Health Equity Scholar Grant, APA Division 12 Early Career Award, & ABCT Change Leader Fellowship. Congrats, Dr. Smith! 👏 acctionlab.com
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Spotlight: DU Safe App
The DU Safe App provides a fast and easy way for students to access safety resources on campus. We recommend that students keep this app downloaded and on their home screen for quick accessibility.
App available to download on Apple or Android
Portrait of Dr. Özlü Aran smiling in a professional setting. She has received the 2025 Dissertation Award from the International Society for Developmental Psychobiology (ISDP) in recognition of her outstanding research in developmental psychobiology. The image may include her name, affiliation with Northeastern University, and a visual element representing the award or ISDP branding.
Congrats to Özlü Aran, Ph.D., DU alum, on winning the 2025 ISDP Dissertation Award! Now a postdoc at Northeastern’s REID Lab, Dr. Aran studies intergenerational health, perinatal stress, and early development.
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#ISDP2025 #DissertationAward #AcademicExcellence
As summer ends, we celebrate our graduating honors seniors who completed rigorous coursework and Distinction Program theses with original research. We’re proud to have them represent DU Psychology!
Learn more: du.digication.com/cahss
Congrats to DU senior Katie Lamberton, 2025 Barry Goldwater Scholar! She plans to pursue a Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology, researching interventions for intergenerational trauma. Way to go, Katie! 👏
#BarryGoldwaterScholarship #DUPsychology
