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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

October 2 is the World Smile Day. Did you know that not all smiles communicate happiness? Research conducted at QUB - School of Psychology shows that smiles may also signal dominance. Find out more at: www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.108… #Smile #WorldSmileDay #LoveQUB

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

DClinPsy Open Day 2026 Just a reminder that we will have our online Open Day for 2026 on Thursday 15 October from 10am – 12.30pm. If you are interested in attending, please click below: ow.ly/SbrO50ZFH3K We will send a link to the online Open Day a week in advance. #LoveQUBpsych#DClin

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

We're pleased to share a new indoor wayfinding tool. The tool functions similarly to Google Maps and provides directions to classrooms, lecture theatres, seminar rooms and key facilities across campus. You can access the tool here: www.qub.ac.uk/about/find-a-room #LoveQUB #Psych

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Delighted to welcome our new first year PhD students to the QUB Psychology. Best wishes to them and to their peer mentors as they begin this academic year.🌟💫 #LoveQUB #Psych

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Congratulations to Dr Catherine Quinn on achieving Associate Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (HEA)! 🎉 A fantastic achievement and recognition of your commitment to teaching and learning. #Congratulations #QUBPsych #HEA #QUBStaff

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

🏆 Congratulations to our Level 3 prize winners! 🎉 👏 Shona Barr-Smith - Cowie Prize & Second Highest Performing Student (Level 2) 👏 NAME - Highest Performing Student (Level 2): not pictured as on placement 💼

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

🏆 Congratulations to our Level 2 prize winners! 🎉 We were delighted to celebrate our outstanding students at induction this week. 👏 Mollí Garvey — Highest Performing Student (L1) 👏 Harriet Ward & Eimear Simposn — Second Highest Performing Students (L1)

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher on a 2.5-years appointment. This post will support the delivery of the Genetic Links to Anxiety and Depression – Mental Health Goals (GLAD-MHG) Study Apply: ow.ly/iJr150ZQtqP Application closing date: 5 October 2026

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

“Both men and women built the GAA. It’s time women were given equal treatment.” Prof Orla Muldoon explores gender, equality and the structures within the GAA. Read the full piece to explore the discussion around women, equality and the future of the GAA: ow.ly/xy0X50ZQsAp

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Orla Muldoon: Both men and women built the GAA. It’s time women were given equal treatment

People take criticism of the GAA personally. But institutional misogyny is, by definition, not a personal accusation

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

What a week! Last Wednesday we were pleased to induct our new cohort of MSc Psychological Science (Conversion) students! 🎓 We got creative, put our teamwork to the test and even built bridges with LEGO! 🧱🌉 A great way to connect, collaborate and start the year with a little fun.

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

🎓 Welcome back to #QUBPsych! A huge welcome to all our Level 3 students returning from their professional placement year! 👋 The energy and enthusiasm in the room was electric, and we’re absolutely delighted to have you back in our Psychology community. 🧠✨ #PsychologyAtWork

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Best of luck to our #Insight2026 students who begin their modular placements today 🤞 We were delighted to welcome you onto our programme and can't wait to see all the amazing things you achieve this year! #PsychologyAtWork #PlacementMatters #ReadyToGo

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Welcome & welcome back to #QUBPsych! Whether you’re joining us for the first time or returning for another year, we’re so glad you’re here! 🎓 Have a question? Need some advice? We’re always happy to help. Here’s to a brilliant year ahead — we can’t wait to see what you achieve! 🙌

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

DClinPsy Open Day 2026 We are excited to announce our online Open Day for 2026 will take place on Thursday 15 October 2026 from 10am – 12.30pm. If you are interested in attending, please click below: ow.ly/SbrO50ZFH3K #LoveQUBpsych#DClin

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

We were delighted to welcome a delegation from Zhejiang University Department of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences to QUB Psychology. Having built a great foundation through our summer schools, we look forward to expanding our partnership into new teaching and research collaborations. #LoveQUB

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Research from Prof Kevin Vowles highlights that individuals who live in high areas of social deprivation are at an increased risk of huge disruptions in social functioning, emotional functioning, physical functioning. Read more at: ow.ly/GxP350ZENzz #ChronicPain #Pain #PainManagement

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Welcome to Dr Abeer Khalil who has joined QUB Psychology as a Research Fellow, where she works on a research project examining students’ perceptions of political competence. Read more about Abeer: ow.ly/sNrZ50ZAYP4 #LoveQUB #WhoWeAre #StaffWelcome #QUBPsych

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

We’re proud to be working with BEAT on an important project exploring peer support for body image concerns among university students. Read more about our research here: ow.ly/pXR350ZAX2k #BodyImage #PeerSupport #StudentWellbeing

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Supporting parents means creating spaces where everyone can thrive. We provide dedicated breastfeeding and expressing facilities and are proud to be part of the Public Health Agency’s Breastfeeding Welcome Here Scheme. Find out more about our support: ow.ly/FgqU50VeX3F

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

From Nottingham to Tokyo and Pittsburgh ✈️ ... Emma Jackson's KTP took her around the world Read her story 👇 ow.ly/tpVk50ZzVfj #KTP #Blueskeye #PsychologyAtWork

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Mollie McAlister! 🎉 A huge congratulations to Mollie (pictured second from left), who was awarded the Oral Presentation Award at BSPID 2026! 🏆👏

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

We are delighted to announce the availability of a number of scholarship opportunities for students. For more information, please visit, ow.ly/ez0W50ZwA1Z #LoveQUB

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

We are delighted to celebrate Leah Browne's first contribution to a peer-reviewed publication in the European Journal of Psychotraumatology, following her undergraduate Professional Placement in the QUB Psychology. A preprint is available here: ow.ly/Vnjf50ZwqHA #LoveQUB#Psych

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Huge congratulations from all of us at QUB Psychology to Dr Andrew Monaghan on achieving Fellowship of the HEA and to Beth McKeague on achieving Associate Fellowship of the HEA 🎉 #Congratulations #QUBPsych #HEA #QUBStaff See less

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Congratulations to our PhD researcher, Victoria, who presented her first conference poster at the BSPID Annual Conference. Victoria's poster shared findings from her systematic review exploring the relationships between adversity across the lifespan, personality and parenting outcomes.

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

We are hiring! Don't miss out on two temporary job opportunities at #QUBPsych Lecturer (Education) in Developmental Psychology, ow.ly/noWr50ZtI6A Lecturer (Education) in Health Psychology, ow.ly/OOiO50ZtI6y Deadline for applications: 10/08/2026 #LoveQUB #QUBJobs

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

🎉🏳️‍🌈 All We Need Is Pride 🏳️‍⚧️💜 We were proud to be part of the celebrations for the 35th anniversary of Belfast Pride! 🌈✨ Be yourself. Be proud. Be respected. Be part of our community🌍🤝

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Two smiling women at a pride event holding colorful signs reading 'Bout Ye Pride' and 'Love is Love' on a city street.

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

🌈 Happy Belfast Pride Parade Day! 🌈 Today we celebrate love, identity, inclusion, and the vibrant diversity that strengthens our communities. From all of us at #QUBPsych, we wish everyone taking part in Belfast Pride a joyful, safe and memorable day. Happy Pride! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 #BelfastPride #Pride2026

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

Queen’s University & #QUBPsych will be closed on 13 & 14 July 2026 to mark the July Bank Holidays. To learn more about this bank holiday visit: www.orangeheritage.co.uk/boyneday

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

On 7 July, Dr Emanuele Fino of QUB Psychology hosted Prof. Marco Perugini from the University of Milano-Bicocca, Italy, for a talk on Personality Traits as Dynamic Constructs: Implications for Theory and Research. Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the discussion. #LoveQUB

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Thrilled to share that 21 students joined QUB School of Psychology for the Pathway Opportunity Summer School led by Dr Chris Gibbons! 🎉 The programme lasts from February to July. More at www.qub.ac.uk/directorates/sgc/wpu/… #LoveQUB

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Dr. Andrew Monaghan is offering an exciting, fully funded PhD opportunity exploring Coaching Identity and Mental Health Guidelines in Community Sport: A Social Identity Approach. Apply: ow.ly/z39p50ZjgxV Deadline: 7 August 2026 #PhDOpportunity #FullyFundedPhD

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

And the winners are 🥁 🏆Community - Eve McCrea (Young Social Innovators) 🏆Excellence - Jodie Bradley (Belfast Exposed) 🏆Innovation - Aoibhe Reilly (Victoria College Belfast) Congratulations to our x3 Insight Programme Placement Prize winners for 2025/6 👏 #PsychologyAtWork

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

ICYMI Last week we held our annual EPIC Conference We were delighted to welcome Prof Judy Williams, PVC for Education and Students. We also heard an engaging keynote presentation from Dr Kieran Higgins (Ulster University). #EPICConference #HigherEducation #Innovation #Collaboration

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Congratulations to two new Doctors 🎓🙌 Well done to Dr Rita Seery and Dr Grace Williams (pictured with their supervisor Dr Deborah Wells) on their graduations this week. #SummerGraduation #ClassOf2026

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Two graduates in red and purple academic gowns pose in front of a leafy green backdrop and a balloon arch at Queen's University Belfast Psychology School graduation 2026.

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Huge congratulations to our DECAP Year 3 trainees - Natalie Armstrong, Joe Bailie, Brónach Crabtree, Aisling Daly, Fionnuala Donald, Aisling Donnelly, Niamh Harron, Mairead Mayock, Deborah McGettigan, Gemma Megarry and Laura Sheerin who passed their vivas last week 👏

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Good luck to our #ClassOf2026 graduands on this special day! 🎉 We can't wait to see you grace the Whitla Hall stage and join our alumni community! 🎓 #LoveQUB #PsychForever #Graduation #Celebrate #Congrats #OneToRemember

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Welcome to Dr Rodrigo De Almeida who joins Queen's University Belfast as a Research Fellow working on the PD-LIFE project with Dr Mihalis Doumas. Read more about Rodrigo: www.qub.ac.uk/schools/psy/News/Rodr… #LoveQUB #WhoWeAre #StaffWelcome #QUBPsych

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

🎓 Graduation Countdown ⏰ This week we're celebrating our graduating students. Today, we're spotlighting Sarah & Jodie! 🥳 See our profiles for Summer Graduation 2026 at: www.qub.ac.uk/schools/psy/Study/Gra… #LoveQUB #Classof2026 #QUBPsych

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

🎓 Graduation Countdown ⏰ This week we're celebrating our graduating students. Today, we're spotlighting Jodie! See our profiles for Summer Graduation 2026 at: www.qub.ac.uk/schools/psy/Study/Gra… #LoveQUB #Classof2026 #QUBPsych

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Congratulations to Professor Nichola Rooney who will be conferred 'Doctor of Science for distinction in science' Professor Rooney is the inaugural Chief Psychological Professions Officer for Northern Ireland, providing strategic advice across the full range of psychological professions,

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

We have joined partners from across Ireland to launch PD-Life, a new €4 million all-island emerging hub of excellence dedicated to understanding and improving quality of life for people living with Parkinson's. ow.ly/QqQy50Zf7eh #Parkinsons #ParkinsonsResearch #BetterTogether

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

🎓 Graduation Countdown ⏰ This week we're celebrating our graduating students 🥳 Today, we're spotlighting Elayna! See our profiles for Summer Graduation 2026 at: www.qub.ac.uk/schools/psy/Study/Gra… #LoveQUB #Classof2026 #QUBPsych

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Huge congratulations from all of us at Queen's University Belfast to Dr Grace Williams on achieving Associate Fellowship of the HEA 🎉 #Congratulations #QUBPsych #HEA #QUBStaff See less

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Huge congratulations from all of us at Queen's University Belfast to Dr Kevin Dyer on achieving Senior Fellow of the HEA 🎉 This achievement recognises his commitment to teaching and supporting learning in higher education. #Congratulations #QUBPsych #HEA #QUBStaff See less

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

The Association for Psychology Teachers (APT) set up by Dr Chris Gibbons celebrated its 30th anniversary this month 🎂 Learn more about the APT & teaching psychology at: ow.ly/Nm5350Zf7aR

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Welcome to Dr Steph Craig who joins Queen's University Belfast School of Psychology as a Research Fellow working on the PD-LIFE project with Dr Mihalis Doumas. Read more about Steph: www.qub.ac.uk/schools/psy/News/Step… #LoveQUB #WhoWeAre #StaffWelcome #QUBPsych

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

🎓 Graduation Countdown ⏰ This week we're celebrating our graduating students 🥳 Today, we're spotlighting Vaishnavi! See our profiles for Summer Graduation 2026 at: www.qub.ac.uk/schools/psy/Study/Gra… #LoveQUB #Classof2026 #QUBPsych

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QUB Psychology @qubpsych.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

🎓 Graduation Countdown ⏰ This week we're celebrating our graduating students 🥳 Today, we're spotlighting Connie! See our profiles for Summer Graduation 2026 at: www.qub.ac.uk/schools/psy/Study/Gra… #LoveQUB #Classof2026 #QUBPsych

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