In this issue:

Page 1:

• A Message from the Department Head

People Report:

• Psychology Staff Update
• Welcome New Graduate Students
• Congratulations MSc and PhD Grads

Researcher Profile:

• Wendy Craig
• Niko Troje
• Department of Psychology Welcomes New Faculty
• Retirees

Undergraduate:

• Psyc 100 Redesign

Graduate Studies:

• Focus on the
• Clinical Program

A Final Word on...

• The Annual Holiday Bonspiel

The Department has seen a lot of changes in the past few years and has certainly grown stronger, thanks not only to keen and outstanding faculty members, but also to the loyal and dedicated support of our staff members.

I accepted the position as Department Manager in the fall of 2008, after working with the University Audit Services. My role is multi facetted, from facilities management, to staffing and budgeting; each day presents a whole new set of challenges. Rick Eves, the Departmental Technician, who we all rely on for various needs, is our longest standing staff member with close to 30 years of service. In the summer of 2011, Marg Lawson, our Administrative Secretary and departmental historian of 22 years will retire. Along with Marg in the general office, Marie Tooley provides a wide array of administrative support to the faculty, students and staff. Electronics Technologist, Roland Dupras, has been designing research apparatuses for our labs now for 16 years. The Technical Supervisor, Davin Carlson, provides technological support and ensures that all aspects of the technical workshop run effectively. Jane Dauncey, the Departmental Assistant can always be relied upon to keep the numerous operating and research accounts in order.

Our graduate program runs smoothly, thanks to the dedication of Graduate Assistant, Dianne Flint, who diligently works to ensure that student needs are met. Our newest team member, Allison Horwood, is enthusiastic to learn about the Department, providing support to both the Graduate and Undergraduate offices. In the spring of 2009, Carolyn Morrison retired, and Carmen Costa became our new Undergraduate Assistant. It did not take Carmen long to learn the ropes, meeting all of the demands of the Undergraduate office.

Network and Support Analyst, Chris Degen, keeps Departmental computers and workstations in top running condition. Graphics Assistant, Eric Brousseau, provides graphics, photography and website support. Erin Burnett, our Animal Care and Training Coordinator, is managing the administration and operation of the animal care facilities in Humphrey Hall for one year while Lisa Miller Wilberforce is on maternity leave. Rounding out the team, over on Barrie Street, the Clinic Secretary, Stacey Burns ensures that all aspects of the Psychology Clinic run smoothly.

These dedicated Psychology Staff assure the effective delivery of our extensive graduate and undergraduate teaching programs and the smooth operation of dozens of research laboratories.

Welcome New Grad Students

The department would like to extend a warm welcome to our new graduate students

Congratulations MSc and PhD Grads

The department extends congratulations and best wishes for the future to all of our recent MSc and PhD graduates.