This fall, the Department of Psychology welcomed five new outstanding scholars to our faculty, representing a wide range of expertise in cognitive, developmental, and social psychology. We are thrilled they are here and look forward …
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What we lose when we hide our smiles behind a mask
Trying to interact with other humans without being able to smile is the facial equivalent of communicating via text message; it’s easy to be misunderstood. Your expression and words lack context. People wonder: Are you …
What’s in a name? Power of labels in disability identity, societal perception
After obtaining a law degree from UW-Madison, Nicki Vander Meulen attempted to find work as a lawyer, but received rejection after rejection. “The minute any law firm found out I was disabled or autistic no …
When Personal Experience Meets Psychology: Mark Koranda
While lectures and classroom discussions certainly affect our understanding of a given topic, applying classroom insights to life experience takes that knowledge to another level. Such is the case for two of our own – …
When Personal Experience Meets Psychology: Samantha Michaels
While lectures and classroom discussions certainly affect our understanding of a given topic, applying classroom insights to life experience takes that knowledge to another level. Such is the case for two of our own – …
Which Fall 2026 Courses Filled First?
Foundational courses like Psych 202: Introduction to Psychology establish the core scientific framework for all advanced coursework in the major. As students progress through the program, course options become more specific and specialized, allowing students …
Why Teens Take Risks: New Insights from Moreira’s Computational Developmental Neuroscience Lab
Adolescence is a time of growth and discovery where teenagers begin to test boundaries, seek novelty, and engage more deeply with the world around them. It’s also a period of heightened vulnerability and risk taking. …
William Epstein, professor emeritus, dies at 88
William Epstein, 88, professor emeritus in the Department of Psychology, died peacefully at home on December 17, 2019. Bill’s long and distinguished academic career began at the University of Kansas in 1959, continued at the …
Wisconsin State Journal features sophomore Meredith Serrano
As a sophomore, Meredith Serrano has already built an impressive research resume. Through College of Letters & Science programs like Undergraduate Research Scholars (URS) and Letters & Science Summer of Excellence in Research (LASER), she …
Wisconsin State Journal: DOJ grant secured by Kate Walsh will expand post-assault medical and advocacy services on campus
UW-Madison students who experienced a sexual assault had one place to go in Dane County for a forensic exam, or what’s traditionally known as a rape kit: the emergency room at UnityPoint Health-Meriter Hospital. Starting …