Psychology

Summer learning: Class helps aspiring physical therapists learn to connect with patients for better outcomes

The class explores the psychological and social factors affecting patients when they seek treatment.

Jul 10, 2023



Bolden shares story of her journey from GVSU to state supreme court

Krya Harris Bolden, who has sat on the Michigan Supreme Court since January and is the first Black woman to hold that seat, said a moment of time during her Grand Valley years has stuck with her.

Mar 16, 2023


Michigan Supreme Court justice will give keynote at EqualiTEA

Kyra Harris Bolden, '10, will give remarks at the March 16 event, which is the 20th anniversary of this signature celebration.

Mar 7, 2023


Popular one-credit courses promote transferable skills, trustees learn

The one-credit courses housed in the Brooks College of Interdisciplinary Studies offer students choices that promote development of transferable skills.

Feb 24, 2023


Power Mobility Project tests new device to give children in wheelchairs more independence

Faculty researchers received grant from the National Institute of Health and Human Development.

Jan 31, 2023


When assessing our own health over time, memory complicates perception, GVSU research shows

GVSU psychology experts Michael Wolfe and Todd Williams conducted the research.

Nov 16, 2021


GVSU child development experts help develop learning kits for West Michigan families

Hundreds of students received kits from two organizations dedicated to early childhood well-being.

Jul 14, 2021


The strongest predictor of who will get COVID-19 vaccine? How vulnerable someone feels about contracting the virus, GVSU researcher finds

Amanda Dillard, associate professor of psychology, said the findings show the power of emotion when people are deciding on whether to receive the vaccine.

Feb 2, 2021


Taking sides during the pandemic. How beliefs affect the way we process information, react to discord

Michael Wolfe, professor of psychology, said his research shows much more goes into assessing an argument than the facts.

Jul 22, 2020