Department of Psychology, University of Calgary

05/26/2026

Proud to celebrate the incredible work of Dr.Sheri Madigan and the Determinants of Child Development Lab at the University of Calgary.

This inspiring story highlights a decade of mentorship, collaboration, and impactful research dedicated to supporting children’s development, mental health, and family well-being. What stands out most is the commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where students, trainees, and families can thrive together.

Congratulations to Dr. Madigan and the entire team on 10 years of meaningful impact and leadership in child development research! 👏

Read the article here:

Personal experiences helped shape researcher’s drive to help mentees and families, alike

05/01/2026

At the University of Calgary Faculty of Arts Awards and Celebration of Excellence 2026, we recognize the many people who help our community thrive, not only in the spotlight, but behind the scenes every day 👏

A heartfelt shoutout to the POD office 💼

This incredible team keeps everything running smoothly, from supporting students and faculty to managing the daily operations that make our departments function seamlessly. Their work is essential, impactful, and deeply appreciated.

Congratulations to faculty, staff, graduate students and alum recognized at the 2026 Faculty of Arts Awards, held this week!

The awards recognize outstanding achievement across disciplines, including research, teaching and community impact.

📷 Tim Lee

Read the full story: https://bit.ly/4cYy3TG

05/01/2026

University of Calgary’s 2026 Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition:

Third place and People’s Choice: Selena Fu, BSc'20, MSc'22, a PhD student in the Faculty of Arts Psychology Graduate Program, supervised by Dr. Richard Dyck, PhD, received both third place and the People’s Choice award for "Zinc‑ing Differently About Psychedelic‑Induced Reopening of the Social Reward Learning Critical Period," which investigated how zinc signalling in the brain may play a role in reopening critical periods of plasticity linked to social learning. A PhD student in Psychology, Selena earned 3rd place AND the People’s Choice Award, a rare combination that highlights not just academic strength, but true connection with the audience.

Huge congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!

UCalgary’s 2026 Three Minute Thesis competition, hosted by the Faculty of Graduate Studies, returns with powerful research stories https://bit.ly/4cPQslE

University of Calgary - Faculty of Graduate Studies

03/26/2026

Young people with cancer are speaking up and researchers are listening. 💛

A new study led by the University of Calgary highlights the top research priorities identified by adolescents and young adults across Canada. One key issue? Delayed diagnosis, often because cancer is less expected in younger patients, leading to missed or late detection.

The priorities go beyond treatment—they include mental health, long-term impacts, access to care, and better support throughout the entire cancer journey.

This work is a powerful reminder: research should be guided by the voices and lived experiences of patients themselves.

👉 Read more:

UCalgary researchers co-lead study with the community to find out what adolescents and young adults want scientists working on

02/12/2026

https://arts.ucalgary.ca/news/introducing-our-newest-faculty-members?mkt_tok=MTYxLU9MTi05OTAAAAGf8cUKwxRUa0hFIFRYVD_fVuIfAQTVO4aBSOEjyiKDI1kFRvTVNN2Ubmc7Mu8XrFTMSNErHpsdKlXOsu0RGnAX_bAQAKAQEik7jLC-6jV_5VfN-PteRw

Welcome Dr. Yakovenko and Dr. Prentice to the Department of Psychology🥳🥳🥳

Building our academic community.

11/27/2025

It's today!

Students! Got questions about your program, classes or ways to get involved in the Faculty of Arts?

Come grab a coffee and chat with Dean Aoife Mac Namara and the Associate Deans at Coffee with the Dean tomorrow.

📅 Nov. 27 | 10–11 a.m.
📍 Arts Students’ Lounge (SS 103)

Coffee, cookies and good conversation, all you need to bring is you! ☕️

11/26/2025

🎉 Big congrats to Shafaq Batool! A fourth‑year Bachelor of Science and honours psychology student at University of Calgary, who has just been named a Rhodes Scholarship recipient for her outstanding work in health equity and global advocacy!
University of Calgary in Alberta

This is more than just a personal achievement. Shafaq is co‑founder of the Khairiyat Women’s Health Equity Network, a student leader, advocate and researcher committed to amplifying marginalized voices and working toward accessible, culturally grounded health systems.
University of Calgary in Alberta.

Her story is a powerful reminder that when resilience, passion, and purpose come together, boundaries can be redefined. 🌍❤️

Let’s give a round of applause to Shafaq and to everyone who believes in transformational change rooted in equity and justice. Congratulations and onward to Oxford! 🥳

Fourth-year UCalgary psychology student Shafaq Batool named Rhodes Scholar. She will head to University of Oxford to advance women’s health research https://bit.ly/48o2twv
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11/06/2025

🎉 Congratulations to Dr. Julia Kam! 🎉

We’re proud to share that Dr. Julia Kam, PhD, Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology, is leading a groundbreaking project funded through the New Frontiers in Research Fund – Exploration Grants program!

Co-leading this exciting initiative is Dr. Kara Murias, MD, PhD, FRCPC, from the Cu***ng School of Medicine, with valuable contributions from Dr. Brandy Callahan, PhD, Associate Professor, and Dr. Andrea Protzner, PhD, both from Psychology in the Faculty of Arts.

👏 Congratulations to all involved on this remarkable achievement and for advancing innovative, interdisciplinary research!

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11/05/2025

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researchers across five faculties receive Canada Research Chair renewals https://bit.ly/4oUdL25

11/04/2025

🎉 Congratulations to Dr. Deinera Exner-Cortens! 🎉

We’re proud to share that Dr. Deinera Exner-Cortens (Faculty of Arts) has been renewed for her second term as a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Childhood Health Promotion, funded by CIHR.

Through her HOPELab, Dr. Exner-Cortens leads impactful research to promote healthy adolescent relationships and prevent teen dating violence, bullying, and su***de. As Scientific Co-Director of PREVNet, she continues to collaborate with schools, communities, and policymakers to support youth well-being across Canada.

Join us in celebrating this well-deserved recognition of Dr. Exner-Cortens’ incredible work and leadership.