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Power and Precision

From Mississippi beginnings to Centennial Conference stardom, Mallie Thomas ’28 has become an unstoppable force on the court.

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A Drive to Promote Well-Being

Whether making fresh, healthy food available or supporting survivors of abuse and trauma, Emily Laden ’26 (psychology) finds meaning through understanding others' needs and giving back.

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Hands-on, Heart-Centered Education

Bridget McMurrer (psychology) thrives on Dickinson’s people-first culture, and the hands-on learning, supportive professors and meaningful connections that define it.

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Love Your Body Week kicks off Feb. 16

Held every year in mid-February, Dickinson's Love Your Body Week is a fun celebration of self-acceptance and self-love.

While spending her junior year abroad, Olivia Ammon '26 took classes, in the German language, in her major and conducted original research.

Learning Across Continents

Meet Olivia Ammon '26 (psychology, German), an aspiring forensic psychologist. While studying abroad, she took psychology classes in the German language and conducted original research.

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Real-World Impact: Dickinson Students’ Healthcare Internships

Discover how Dickinson students are gaining hands-on experience and advancing their medical and research careers through diverse healthcare internships across leading institutions.

Cimani Smith '28 poses under the Dickinson College arch. She enjoys her role as a tour guide so much last spring that she opted to continue to work in that role during the summer.

Optimism Is a Superpower

An inspiring class helped Philly native Cimani Smith ’28 flip the script. Now she sees opportunity in the face of challenge, and it's a formidable strength.

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The Psychology of Belonging: Creating Community, Far From Home

Hanoi native Celine Phan ’27 had never been abroad before arriving at Dickinson. She soon found a supportive community on campus and the tools it takes to succeed.

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ChatGPT, Meet Tony Soprano: How Psychology Students Use AI to Hone Skills

Learn how Dickinson psychology students hone vital on-the-job skills—with a little help from AI and HBO's "The Sopranos."

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Scholarship Story: Celine Phan '27

"Thanks to the Provost Scholarship, I’ve embraced a world brimming with new possibilities." Meet Celine Phan '27 (psychology, quant econ).

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Healthy & Tuneful Pursuits

Blending a psychology major with a minor in music, Anna Choudary '25 explores behavioral health through research and campus leadership and nurtures a passion for vocal performance.

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Jack Scantland ’28 Wins Dickinson’s Public Speaking Contest

The first-year student takes the top prize with powerful reflection on linguistic diversity.

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Psychology Major Jobs and Graduate School Acceptances 2025

Psychology majors secure jobs and are accepted in grad schools such as Johns Hopkins and Columbia.

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Positive Trajectories for All

Assistant Professor of Psychology Paula Yust studies friendship and finds fertile ground in her home environment.

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Total Recall

Assistant Professor of Psychology Azriel Grysman studies memory, and it's just as interesting and complex as you might think.

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