The College of Health and Human Services is please to announce that Dr. Paul Deal has accepted the position of Department Head of Psychology, effective July 1, 2016. Dr. Deal has served as Assistant Director of the Learning Diagnostic Center since joining the faculty in 2005. He has an established record of quality teaching, research and service. Many thanks to Dr. Robert … [Read more...] about New Department Head Named
What is conscientiousness, and how can we use it to better our own daily lives? Dr. Amber Abernathy, Assistant Professor of Psychology at Missouri State University and Mary-Charlotte Bayles Shealy Chair in Conscientious Psychology, focuses her research on the topic and how it can be applied. … [Read more...] about Gaining mindfulness: meditation for a calmer mind
Yoga is said to be an exercise of the body, mind and soul. Psychologist Dr. Amber Abernathy is currently researching how meditation can raise conscientiousness - and how it can lead to improved health. … [Read more...] about Psychologist discusses intersection of meditation, conscientiousness, religion, health
Dr. Norm Shealy, longtime friend and supporter of the MSU Psychology Department and recipient of the MSU Bronze Bear Award, and Dr. Amber Abernathy, Mary-Charlotte Bayles Shealy Chair in Conscientious Psychology, are pictured here during the Endowed Faculty Appointments Dinner, honoring generous benefactors who have invested in our faculty and programs. … [Read more...] about Dr. Norm Shealy continues to support MSU Psychology Department
You are cordially invited to the Opening Reception honoring artists in the 21st Annual Senior Art Exhibition Monday, March 21st, from 6:30 - 8:00pm 5th Floor (Mezzanine) - Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts Organized by the MSU Gerontology Program, National Art Shop and Studio 55 Exhibit will continue through April 6th … [Read more...] about 21st Annual Senior Art Exhibition