Research

A major in Psychological Science can lead to many different career paths with only a few of those featuring research as the main component. However, all students will need the ability to gather information, make informed decisions, and interpret the results. Hands-on research experience helps develop these important life skills.

As part of the program requirements, students will begin their studies by learning about basic research methods and statistical analyses. These skills will then be applied to solve problems in various classes and complete course-embedded research projects. Students can complete additional classes focused on research or work directly with a professor as a research assistant. The process culminates in the students senior year when they are able to complete their own original research study using all of the tools collected along the way. Most seniors have the opportunity to present their research at professional conferences.

Last year our program had 8 student projects accepted to the National Conference for Undergraduate Research (NCUR 2019).

This year our regional conference, Georgia Undergraduate Research in Pschology (GURP) was rescheduled and transitioned online. We will have 4 students presented at the virtual conference in June. 

Current Student Projects

• Perceptions of Lake Use
• The effects of personality, procrastination, and self-efficacy on academic success
• The relationship between education and levels of prejudice concerning race, sexual orientation, and mental health
• The expectations of sex education curricula from the adult population
• First generation students and academic success
• The relationship between caffeine intake and short term memory
• The effect of room temperature on aggression
• The effects of cell phone usage and guided relaxation on sleep