27 students, led by Dr. Mary Dosch (Psychology, School Psychology) and assisted by Dr. Jenna Laurin (Psychology), traveled to Finland and Sweden for a short-term study abroad trip. The study abroad program was focused on Cultures of Wellness across the Scandinavian and Nordic countries. Students participated in a number of cultural activities, including a traditional sauna experience in Helsinki, Finland. […]
The SPARQ (Synthesizing Proposals for Ambitious Research Questions) competition is a program that charges students to think about potential solutions to challenging scientific research questions. Participating students must delve into primary literature to understand the scope of the question, then devise a hypothesis and means to address the question. Students were required to submit a brief written proposal and present […]
The MSUM Psychology Club concluded its 2025-2026 year on Thursday, April 30th with a final meeting. Club advisor Dr. Jenna Laurin initiated two new members to the Psi Chi International Honor Society: Zaryah Aquino and Elizabeth Artac (photo attached). Congratulations, Zaryah and Elizabeth! Outgoing club president Hailey Chhoun announced and installed the new executive board of officers, also pictured here. […]
Psychology students attended and presented at the annual Red River Psychology Conference, held at Concordia College on Friday, April 24th. Students had the opportunity to present their original research to professors, students, and other professionals from the region. Several psychology research labs were represented at the conference. Students in attendance include:
24 students attended the 2026 Midwest Psychological Association’s annual Conference in Chicago, Illinois April 16-18. The trip is an annual tradition of the MSUM Psychology Club and Psi Chi International Honor Society and is coordinated by the Psychology Club officers (Hailey Chhoun, Melody Justnes, Magenta Thai, Anna Stish, and Nevaeh Davidson). Students get the opportunity to attend paper talks, symposia, […]