Psychology
About the program
Ranked as one of the top 100 "great schools for psychology" by The Princeton Review, the psychology department at Roanoke College is a friendly community that welcomes diverse people and diverse voices. We focus on psychology as a science so that students think critically about how and why people think and behave the way they do - skills and knowledge that apply to whatever jobs students do after graduation. Our small class sizes enable us to offer top-notch training in research, analysis, and other scientific skills that are often absent at large universities. Every psychology major learns firsthand how to conduct an empirical study. Many students go on to carry out independent research projects and present their findings at regional and national conferences. Each of our students engages in career exploration and preparation through one-on-one advising as well as inside of the classroom. Our goal is to help prepare our students for meaningful lives and careers of purpose.
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Psychology majors Urecki, Tripp and Gladfelter
Class of 2022 includes a record five valedictorians and two salutatorians
The seven valedictorians and salutatorians hail from five different states and earned degrees in 10 different majors. Six of the seven are members of Phi Beta Kappa, the nation’s oldest and most prestigious academic honor society.
Roanoke College student named a 2022 Key into Public Service Scholar
James Suleyman is one of just 20 students selected nationwide. The program connects arts and sciences students with Phi Beta Kappa scholarship and public sector opportunities.
Psychology offers students opportunity to research, explore range of topics
Research is central to the student experience in Roanoke College's psychology department.
Alumni News – June 2021
Maroons are newsmakers! Read about the latest accomplishments of Roanoke alumni.