Widener University Psychology Department

01/30/2019

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01/15/2019

Patton Vo earned his undergraduate degree in psychology and is currently pursuig a master's degree in higher education from Widener University. Following graduation, he worked at Widener as the Assistant Director of Development and served as Co-chair of the LGBTQ+ Task Force during his tenure. Curre...

04/18/2017

Have you heard the news? Both Dr. Fehr and Dr. Rose are retiring at the end of the Spring 2017 semester. We know that many of you would like an opportunity to wish them well before they leave Widener University. Therefore, the Psychology Department will host an open house event for current Psychology majors on Wednesday, 5/3/17 12:00-1:00 PM in LC 115. Students can stop by for the entire hour or just a few minutes; it is up to you. The Psychology faculty will have lunch snacks and drinks available for students as well as...PIZZA! We hope to see you there!

11/09/2016

Rubin Thomas

All nursing majors at Widener University pass through the Oskin Leadership Institute where they learn about the ethics and qualities of a good leader.

09/18/2015

What is your "bliss zone?"
http://www.nytimes.com/2015/09/06/opinion/arthur-brooks-rising-to-your-level-of-misery-at-work.html?WT.mc_id=2015-SEPTEMBER-FB-BUSINESS_PROP-AUD_DEV-0901-0930&WT.mc_ev=click&ad-keywords=AUDDEVREMARK&_r=0

It’s common for people to move away from what they love and take on management jobs they dislike. There’s a solution, though.

04/30/2015

Great news article about graduating Psychology major Veronica Vasquez doing important work in Honduras. Way to go, Veronica!
http://www.montgomerynews.com/articles/2015/04/30/springfield_sun/news/doc554134cca8aac286462679.txt

Widener student lends a hand in Honduras - Springfield >> A Widener University student with ties to Springfield Township spent her spring break helping those in need in Central America.

10/17/2014

Can you procrastinate about precrastination? Or precrastinate about procrastination?
http://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2014/09/precrastination-worse-than-procrastination/380646/

When just doing something wastes more time than not doing anything.

09/23/2014

Interesting article from an Industrial/Organizational Psychology perspective
http://www.washingtonpost.com/news/to-your-health/wp/2014/09/22/want-to-get-ahead-in-your-career-marry-a-dork/

A new study shows that having a "conscientious" (reliable, rule-following, predictable) spouse is related to higher pay, work promotions and job satisfaction.

09/17/2014

Mundane=Joy??
http://www.psychologicalscience.org/index.php/news/releases/rediscovering-our-mundane-moments-brings-us-unexpected-pleasure.html

We like to document the exciting and momentous occasions in our lives, but new research suggests there is value in capturing our more mundane, everyday experiences, which can bring us unexpected joy in the future.

09/08/2014

Why dads should do the dishes...
http://online.wsj.com/articles/dads-housework-inspires-girls-ambitions-1408400179

Fathers who performed an equal share of household chores were more likely to have daughters who aspired to less traditionally feminine occupations, such as astronaut or professional hockey player, a study found.

09/04/2014

Sittin’ here thinkin’ where does the money go (Bob Dylan -- "Money Blues")
http://www.npr.org/blogs/health/2014/09/03/345540607/look-forward-to-the-trip-not-the-gadgets-to-be-truly-happy

Experiences tend to make people happier than material possessions, research shows. And looking forward to an experience like a concert can feel much better than awaiting the latest smartphone release.