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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 20/09/2026

Our 2025-2026 Annual Report highlights the scholarly achievements, leadership, and activities of our faculty, staff and students throughout the 2025–2026 academic year. Read our report and see what we've accomplished together: 25-26ar.psych.ubc.ca

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 16/06/2026

Congratulations to @dunnhappylab.bsky.social and @jiayingzhao.bsky.social on their new book, out today! Leave the Lights On helps us see climate action as an opportunity to build a brighter future, without giving up the things that bring us joy. 😀 🌍

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 22/05/2026

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! We are proud of you and all you have accomplished! 🎓 After you cross the stage today, we hope you'll join us at our Spring 2026 Graduation Receptions at the Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre.

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 12/05/2026

Join us in congratulating Dr. Zahra Kheradmandsaadi, Dr. Julia Nakamura, and Dr. Charlotte Roddick, who will receive their doctoral degrees at UBC’s spring 2026 graduation ceremony on May 22. 🎓 Read more: psych.ubc.ca/news/spring-...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 04/05/2026

Vancouver Summer Program applications close on May 8! Don't miss your chance to immerse yourself in the brain this summer! Discover what it’s like to live and learn in Canada and meet amazing students like you from across the globe. Apply now: vancouversummerprogram.ubc.ca/apply-now/

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 01/05/2026

Calling all high school students! This summer, explore human behaviour, moral decision-making, and social group identity through an immersive, hands-on introduction to psychological science at a university level. Register for our mini-schools here: extendedlearning.ubc.ca/programs-hig...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 13/04/2026

Huge congratulations to Dr. David King and the project team on receiving a 2026/27 TLEF award for "Centering Queer Voices: Story-Driven Learning in Psychology." Read more: psych.ubc.ca/news/2026-27...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 13/04/2026

UBC Psychology alumni in the Lower Mainland, this one’s for you 👀 Join us on April 23 for a casual mixer at Please! Beverage Co. Reconnect with faculty (Toni Schmader, Benjamin Cheung, David Klonsky, Jill Dosso) and fellow alumni. 🎟️ Grab your ticket: event.fourwaves.com/psychologymi... #UBCPsych

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 09/04/2026

Congratulations to UBC Psychology Professors Dr. Kristin Laurin and Dr. Toni Schmader who received 2026 Dean of Arts Mentorship Awards for their commitment to guiding and inspiring the next generation of scholars! Read more: psych.ubc.ca/news/2026-ar...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 09/04/2026

Thank you to everyone who made this year's Giving Day a success! All of our challenges were unlocked and our community came together to raise over $31,000 for the Psychology Inclusive Excellence Student Fund—and the next generation of scientists. 💙 We appreciate your support!

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 09/04/2026

With support from the Psychology Inclusive Excellence Student (PIE) Fund, undergraduate student Jasmindeep Kaur was able to dedicate herself to research with both financial support and confidence. On #UBCGivingDay, let's support more students like Jasmindeep: givingday.ubc.ca/32770/gd2026...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 08/04/2026

Psych honours student Peter King discovered his passion for research through the Psychology Inclusive Excellence Fund‘s Early Research Award. This UBC Giving Day, help create more stories like Peter's by supporting the PIE Fund: givingday.ubc.ca/32770/gd2026...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 25/03/2026

Got a conference coming up? Cut your emissions with our Travel Decision Guide. Created @jiayingzhao.bsky.social and our Climate Action Committee, this guide will help you decide if you should stay local or fly smarter. Download here: bit.ly/stayorfly

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 19/03/2026

On April 8, UBC Psychology will once again take part in UBC Giving Day, bringing together our community to support our students through the Psychology Inclusive Excellence (PIE) Student Fund! Learn more: psych.ubc.ca/events/event...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 17/03/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Samantha Dawson, Dr. Paul Hewitt, and Dr. Connor Kerns who received 2025 UBC Faculty Research Awards! Read what our faculty have to say about this recognition: psych.ubc.ca/news/2025-fa...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 12/03/2026

Join us at our last colloquium of the term! Dr. Samantha F. Anderson, Associate Professor, Arizona State University, will share her insights on ‘Replication, Research Practices, and the Quest for Cumulative Knowledge’. April 2 | 12:30-2:00pm | AERL 120 | Please RSVP: psych.ubc.ca/events/event...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 04/03/2026

This summer, we're offering three new mini-schools through UBC's Future Global Leaders program! From research methods to moral reasoning and social bias—high-school students ages 15–18.will have an immersive introduction to psychological science. Registration now open! bit.ly/psychfgl

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 20/02/2026

We're thrilled to welcome Dr. @zachtpennington.bsky.social and Dr. @milanium.bsky.social as Assistant Professors in our Behavioural Neuroscience area and members of the @dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social. Read their Q&As: psych.ubc.ca/news

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 04/02/2026

Congratulations to Dr. @danipalombo.bsky.social and her research collaborators who received a Canadian Institutes of Health Research Priority Announcement Grant to explore how memory influences mental health following pregnancy loss. More: psych.ubc.ca/news/2025-fa...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 22/01/2026

Why do some experiences stay with us for years, while others disappear almost instantly? Join us and Dr. Lila Davachi at the 2026 Quinn Memorial Lecture on March 10 to find out! RSVP: quinn.psych.ubc.ca/quinn-memori...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 20/01/2026

Join China Cloud Studios for a special lecture featuring Dr. Azim Shariff, who will share his insights on: Does Religion Make us Better People? Jan. 30 | Doors open: 7:30pm, Lecture starts: 8:00pm | Tickets: $12-$16. Get your tix: admitone.com/events/vanco...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 18/12/2025

We invite applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to support the project “Building a Network of Networks in the Big Team Social Sciences" @connect-btss.bsky.social Learn more & apply: psych.ubc.ca/job-opportun...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 17/12/2025

UBC Psychology Majors are invited to a Strategic Planning Meeting for undergraduate students. We’d love to hear what’s important to you, what’s working well, and what could be improved! Learn more and RSVP: psych.ubc.ca/events/event...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 16/12/2025

Congratulations to Dr. Amori Mikami and Dr. Joan Ongchoco who received funding through the B.C. Knowledge Development Fund to support their research projects! More: psych.ubc.ca/news/bckdf-2...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 12/12/2025

2025 Wrapped: Highlights of UBC Psychology. Take a look some of our moments and highlights that made this year shine! Read on: psych.ubc.ca/news/2025-wr...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 10/12/2025

Work with us! We're inviting applications for Sessional Lecturers to teach courses in Winter Session Term 1 (Sep-Dec 2026), Winter Session Term 2 (Jan-Apr 2027) and Winter Session Term 1 – 2 (Sep 2026-Apr 2027). See courses below! Apply: psych.ubc.ca/job-opportun...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 03/12/2025

We're excited to announce three new psychology mini-schools as part of the UBC Future Global Leaders program! Read about our mini-schools and meet the instructors: psych.ubc.ca/news/fgl-min...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 02/12/2025

Congratulations to Dr. @kiransoma.bsky.social, who has been named a 2025 Distinguished University Scholar! psych.ubc.ca/news/kiran-soma-distinguished-university-scholar

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 28/11/2025

How do hormones affect the brain and our behaviours, and what does that mean for Canadians? Dr. @kiransoma.bsky.social, recently elected as a Fellow of the @src-rsc.bsky.social, shares the impact of his research as a behavioural neuroendocrinologist. More: psych.ubc.ca/news/kiran-s...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 28/11/2025

Are you 2SLGBTQIA+, over 50, and live in Canada? Help UBC researchers understand how you feel and think about your everyday activities and wellbeing. Contact the UBC Health and Adult Development Lab to learn more: blogs.ubc.ca/parcstudy

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 27/11/2025

Join us in celebrating our incredible graduates today! From research and community impact to campus involvement and honours theses, this cohort has shown resilience, curiosity, and heart. We celebrate everything they’ve achieved and everything they’re about to become. 🎓

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 26/11/2025

Help UBC researchers better understand how 2SLGBTQIA+ people aged 50 years and above feel and think about their everyday activities and wellbeing. Contact the UBC Health and Adult Development Lab to learn more: blogs.ubc.ca/parcstudy

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 19/11/2025

This past summer, UBC Psychology honours student Victoria Li received the American Psychological Association’s Summer Undergraduate Psychology Experience in Research (SUPER) Fellowship. Join us in congratulating Victoria!

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 04/11/2025

On November 20, join us for a colloquium with Dr. Suzanne Segerstrom from @oregonstate.edu. Dr. Segerstrom will share her insights on 'Aging, Immunity, and Cognition'. RSVP: psych.ubc.ca/events/event...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 03/11/2025

Looking for the perfect way to end your week? Come to the Behavioural Neuroscience (BNS) Seminar—a student-led series where graduate students share their research and exchange ideas. 🧠 ⁠ ⁠ Fridays, 3-4pm in the @dmcbrainhealth.bsky.social, rooms 3402A-3402C.⁠ More: bnsseminar.psych.ubc.ca

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 24/10/2025

This past summer, four of our research labs teamed up with ICORD's seed2STEM program to welcome BC Indigenous high school students into our labs for hands-on research experience. 🧠 Hear from the students: psych.ubc.ca/news/2025-seed2stem/

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 22/10/2025

Inside @canadianpsychology.bsky.social's First Satellite Conference on AI in Psychology with MA student Marisa Nelson. Marisa shares what inspired this satellite conference, why it matters, and what attendees can take away. More: psych.ubc.ca/news/cpa-sat...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 10/10/2025

Congratulations to Drs. @jkflake.bsky.social and Joan Ongchoco, who received funding from the Canada Foundation for Innovation’s John R. Evans Leaders Fund! Learn more: psych.ubc.ca/news/2025-je...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 02/10/2025

UBC Psychology is calling for applications to teach in the 2026 Summer Sessions: ➡️ Summer Session Term 1 (May to June 2026) ➡️ Summer Session Term 2 (July to August 2026) ➡️ Summer Session Term 1 – 2 (6 credits; May to August 2026) Apply by Oct 10. 2025: psych.ubc.ca/job-opportun...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 30/09/2025

Orange Shirt Day and the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, observed on September 30, is a time to honour and uphold Survivors and Intergenerational Survivors of the Indian Residential School system, and to commemorate those who didn’t return home.

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 26/09/2025

Considering grad school in clinical psychology? On Sept 29, join faculty & program reps from UBC's Clinical Psychology and Counselling Psychology's graduate programs who will answer FAQs and host a live Q&A! Register to secure your spot! psych.ubc.ca/events/event...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 10/09/2025

Join us for our first colloquium of the term, featuring Dr. Mahesh Srinivasan from @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social on Sept 25 | 12:30–2:00pm. Dr. Srinivasan will share his fascinating research on “Re-imagining how children learn the meanings of words.” RSVP: psych.ubc.ca/events/event...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 04/09/2025

We are thrilled to announce Dr. @kiransoma.bsky.social has been named a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada @src-rsc.bsky.social — one of the country’s highest honours for distinguished scholars, artists, and scientists. More: psych.ubc.ca/news/kiran-s...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 27/08/2025

Work with us! We are hiring a Sessional Instructor to teach PSYC 102 Introduction to Developmental, Social, Personality, and Clinical Psychology. Learn more and apply by Sept 15: psych.ubc.ca/job-opportun... #HigherEdJobs #Psychology

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 27/08/2025

Join us for Coming Home to Psychology—a special evening to connect with the UBC Psychology community, hear from an inspiring alumnus, explore leading research, mingle at a mixer, and enjoy great food and live music. RSVP and get food tickets: psych.ubc.ca/events/event...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 15/08/2025

Join our department! We're hiring an Assistant Professor of Teaching (Tenure-track), located at UBC's Vancouver campus, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026. Apply by Oct 1, 2025. Learn more & apply: psych.ubc.ca/jobs. #TenureTrack #HigherEdJobs #Psychology

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 14/08/2025

Congratulations to @jkileyhamlin.bsky.social, who was awarded a $2.5M Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada Partnership Grant to advance Big Team Social Science globally! More: psych.ubc.ca/news/kiley-h...

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 13/08/2025

Applications are open for our Diversity Mentorship Program! This program is open to undergraduates or recent graduates, anywhere in the world, who are interested in graduate studies in psychology. Apply here by Aug 25: psych.ubc.ca/diversity

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 01/08/2025

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UBC Psychology @psych.ubc.ca · 30/07/2025

New research by Dr. Toni Schmader and her team offers insight into why women remain underrepresented in STEM: the persistent belief that men and women are “naturally” interested in different kinds of work. More: psych.ubc.ca/news/nature-...

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