Psych Newsletter

The University of Tulsa acquires Fab Lab Tulsa

The University of Tulsa has announced the acquisition of Fab Lab Tulsa, which provides access to digital fabrication tools and resources throughout the community through membership and programming. The move is part of TU’s ongoing efforts to promote innovation and aligns with the university’s global reputation in engineering, computer science, and the creative arts. “We […]

Unique organizational studies program offers expansive opportunities

At roughly 75 majors, organizational studies is one of the largest majors in The University of Tulsa’s Kendall College of Arts & Sciences. From social sciences, media, and arts to business administration, the program provides students a wide range of knowledge and skills, rather than limiting them to a single discipline. But as a so-called […]

TU Law celebrates alumna Sara Hill’s historic confirmation to federal bench

The University of Tulsa’s College of Law congratulates alumna Sara Hill (JD ’03) as she becomes the first Native American woman to serve as a federal judge in Oklahoma. This historic appointment marks a significant milestone in the state’s legal landscape. The U.S. Senate on Tuesday voted overwhelmingly to confirm Hill, who fills a vacant […]

New faculty member brings expertise and INSPIRE lab to Psychology Department

The University of Tulsa Department of Psychology has a wide variety of faculty-led research labs. From the Exposure, Relaxation & Rescripting Therapy for Chronic Nightmares study to the Psychophysiology Laboratory for Affective Neuroscience lab, TU offers students the opportunity to participate in ongoing research and even publish their findings. New to Kendall College of Arts […]

More than 60 years of James Joyce Quarterly

Legend has it that Thomas Staley, former provost of The University of Tulsa, founded the James Joyce Quarterly, fondly known as JJQ, in his garage. Or was it his kitchen table? That was more than 60 years ago, and since then the journal has become an internationally esteemed publication known for its publishing of critical […]

Undergraduate Award Recipients: 2021-2022

Outstanding Senior Award
Anna K. Gressett

Outstanding Junior Award
Neha Khalid

Outstanding Undergraduate Researcher Award
Grace Clark

Outstanding Community Service Award
Ruth V. Skolnick-Schur

Chair’s Award
Kaitlyn L. Baker

Fabulous ‘Five’ Award
Caroline N. Deal
Grace Arlan
Isabella M. Turner
Miriam T. Hanisch
Phoebe Robinson

Announcements and General Advice

Important Rule for Psychology Majors

You must make a minimum of a B in all four of the Foundations classes if you declared Psychology as your major after 7/1/2014.

All Freshmen and Sophomores must complete online violence protection training they enroll. Please look for emailed instructions from the Dean of Students that will help you navigate this training.

Notes for Juniors and Seniors

Graduation Check and Degree Applications

Students planning to graduate in 2023 should go to Student Advising (located in Hardesty Hall ) for a graduation check. Please do not wait until the rush of enrollment week.

Students enrolling in their final semester should make an application for a degree in the Dean’s Office.

Senior Seminar

Start thinking about your Senior Seminar. If you are enrolling in your Senior Seminar next semester, please complete the form.

More than Classes

TU is distinctive in its commitment to engage students in research, service, and international experiences. The Psychology department embraces this commitment and offers our majors the opportunity to develop in all three of these areas. These experiences are key factors that differentiate psychology majors looking for jobs and positions in graduate schools around the country and the world.

How to Check Past Teacher Evaluations

Log in to SmartEvals at https://utulsa.smartevals.com.
Go to the “See Results from Past Years” tab on the menu bar.
Use a search interface or a drop-down box to search results by course name or professor.

TU Psychology Club

Program Planning Committee will be planning their 2022-2 events in the fall. There will be information tables with individual TU research labs, psychology courses at TU, study abroad information, and a SONA presentation. There will also be food and games with chances to win prizes.

Social Media Committee is inviting suggestions regarding club logo and posts for
Facebook Page: TU Psychology Club
Instagram: psychologyclub_TU

Please share information and suggestions, posts, pictures by sending an email to tulsapsychologyclub@gmail.com.

Membership Committee will be sending out a survey to gather contact information from students who would like to be a member of the club and participate in various activities.

PSI CHI

Psi Chi meets once a month on Wednesdays at noon in Lorton Hall 207. The specific dates and topics of meetings will be announced via email and flyers in the weeks leading up to each meeting.

Information coming soon for this year’s induction ceremony for new Psi Chi members. Anyone is welcome to attend induction! The applications to join Psi Chi can be completed anytime but must be completed by March 30th to be eligible to be inducted in April of that year. Applications can be completed online. Go to www.psichi.org, click on “Join,” and follow the steps. Even if you do not meet the membership criteria, you are more than welcome to attend any Psi Chi meeting or community service opportunity!