Psychology

240-895-4468
Goodpaster Hall 102

Department Leadership

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James Mantell

Associate Professor of Psychology

Department Chair

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240-895-4468

Latest News

Two Presentations and One Publication by SMCM Psychology Students, Professors and Alum in March 2025
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Alum Nicholas Ashenfelter ’23 and Associate Professor of Psychology Kristina Howansky … View more

Angela Draheim

March 25, 2025, 3:43 p.m.

Associate Professor Jennifer Tickle Named President-Elect of the Eastern Psychological Association
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Associate Professor of Psychology Jennifer Tickle was named President-Elect of the Eastern Psychological… View more

Angela Draheim

March 24, 2025, 6:56 a.m.

Four Psychology Professors Contribute to Society for the Teaching of Psychology Conference
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During the week of Feb. 10, multiple psychology department members and collaborators presented at the … View more

Angela Draheim

Feb. 27, 2025, 4:23 p.m.

Professor Libby Nutt Williams Contributes to American Psychological Association Advocacy on the Hill
Four people are smiling and standing in front of a wall plaque for Senator Chris Van Hollen, Maryland. The group includes one person with glasses and another wearing a blue scarf. They appear to be in an office setting.

Professor of Psychology Libby Nutt Williams, a member of the American Psychological Association (APA)… View more

Angela Draheim

Feb. 24, 2025, 9:22 p.m.

Associate Professor of Psychology Jennifer Tickle and Alumna Publish Article in Counselling Psychology Quarterly
Jennifer Tickle (smiling female with medium length blond hair and blue eyes wearing a blue top) and Julia Fitzpatrick (smiling female with long red hair) and image of Counselling Psychology journal cover

In December 2024, Associate Professor of Psychology Jennifer Tickle and Julia Fitzpatrick ’23 published an … View more

Angela Draheim

Jan. 29, 2025, 12:55 p.m.

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Active Announcements

PSYC Lecture Series: “Leadership Memes and Stories: Implications for Early Leadership Development,” March 28
A flyer for "The Psychology of Leadership" lecture series. It features a lecture titled "Leadership Memes and Stories: Implications for Early Leadership Development" by Stephen Zaccaro, PhD, on March 28 at 11:30 a.m. in Goodpaster 195.
The psychology department welcomes Professor Stephen Zaccaro as its fourth and final speaker in its 2024-2025 lecture series.
Angela Draheim

March 25, 2025, 2:27 p.m.

Summer 2025 Psychology Data Science Research Assistant ($18/hour; $2,880)
A poster for a Summer 2025 Psychology Data Science Research Assistant position at St. Mary's College of Maryland. Details include $18/hour, 20 hours/week, May 12 - July 4, flexible schedule, housing support, and two positions available.
Summer Research Opportunity
James Mantell

Feb. 23, 2025, 10:51 a.m.

Participate in Psychological Research During AY24-25 and Earn Chances to Win $50 or $75!
Participate in Psychological Research During AY24-25 and Earn Chances to Win $50 or $75! WHY PARTICIPATE?  Research can only move forward as a function of student participation!  Researchers (including your peers) will be forever grateful to you!  For every study you complete, you can choose to be entered in a raffle to win one of eight prizes ranging $50 - $75!    HOW DO I PARTICIPATE?  It’s easy! Just follow directions in recruitment emails sent from Angie Draheim. Must be 18 or older.
Participate in research this semester and earn a chance to win money along with good karma!
Angela Draheim

Jan. 23, 2025, 10:34 p.m.

Upcoming Events

Psychology Lecture Series presents Prof. Stephen Zaccaro, March 28
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The psychology department welcomes Professor Stephen Zaccaro as the fourth and final speaker in its 2024-2025 lecture series: The Psychology of… View more

March 28, 2025, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Psychology Lecture Series presents Professor Stephen Zaccaro, March 28
A man wearing glasses, a dark suit, white shirt, and red tie smiles at the camera. The background is a neutral, blurred setting.

The psychology department welcomes Professor Stephen Zaccaro as the fourth and final speaker in its 2024-2025 lecture series: The Psychology of… View more

March 28, 2025, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

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