Psychology & Behavioral Neuroscience News
5 professors you should know
Meet five Cornell College faculty at the midpoint of their careers, each with deep commitments to their students and their scholarship. Several followed a straight path to graduate school and found Cornell. Others left unrelated careers to pursue their passion. Two are alumni who returned to teach on the block plan. Read More About 5 professors you should know
The neuroscientist: Associate Professor of Psychology and Behavioral Neuroscience Steven Neese
You can often find Steven Neese in West Science Hall's Vivarium Lab, where he and his team of students conduct research. Read More About The neuroscientist: Associate Professor of Psychology and Behavioral Neuroscience Steven Neese
Wyatt Whitegoat ’16: Indigenous health pioneer
In the past five years Wyatt Whitegoat ’16 received two master’s degrees and returned twice to work on the Navajo reservation where he was born. Read More About Wyatt Whitegoat ’16: Indigenous health pioneer
Jane Welgos Sidwell ’69: Serving others at a sacred time
Jane Welgos Sidwell ’69 provided leadership in the fields of hospice and palliative care—serving the needs of those approaching the end of life. Read More About Jane Welgos Sidwell ’69: Serving others at a sacred time
Belen Castellanos Tokarski ’95: Leading people forward
As chief operating officer of Mylo, a tech start-up in the insurance industry, Belen Castellanos Tokarski ’95 says anyone can demonstrate leadership. Read More About Belen Castellanos Tokarski ’95: Leading people forward
Janah Cook Dawson ’09: Every student deserves to feel at home
Janah Cook Dawson ’09 recalls being in the first all women of color ensemble to perform as Lady in Brown in Ntozake Shange’s “For Colored Girls ...” Read More About Janah Cook Dawson ’09: Every student deserves to feel at home
Cailynn Wichman: Outfielder with a huge heart
The world needs more people like senior outfielder Cailynn Wichman, says Head Softball Coach Jackie Sernek ’14. Read More About Cailynn Wichman: Outfielder with a huge heart
Students accepted into top health programs
Faculty and staff with Cornell's Dimensions Program for Health Professions continue to receive news of students accepted into top-tier graduate programs. Read More About Students accepted into top health programs
Nina Deer: Finding her path
When lacrosse player Nina Deer realized she no longer wanted to be a physical therapist, Head Coach Meredith Merce helped her explore a new path. Read More About Nina Deer: Finding her path
Isaac Boucher points out 3 benefits of athletics
After his first semester on the Cornell campus, wrestler and psychology major Isaac Boucher points out three major benefits of being a Ram student-athlete. Read More About Isaac Boucher points out 3 benefits of athletics
After 31 years of teaching, Enns is back in a new role
It has only been a few years since Professor of Psychology Emerita Carol Zerbe Enns retired from Cornell College, but nothing could keep her away for long. Read More About After 31 years of teaching, Enns is back in a new role
Meeker & Meeker
Senior Sydney Meeker says having her dad coach her volleyball team is, simply put, normal for her. Read More About Meeker & Meeker
Ask the Expert: Chris Hagan on suicide prevention
Psychology Professor Chris Hagan writes about suicide prevention and hopelessness. Read More About Ask the Expert: Chris Hagan on suicide prevention
Cornell’s own research informs COVID-19 testing, protocols
Faced with a pandemic, 10 Cornell College students and faculty are applying their research skills to keep the campus community as safe as possible. Read More About Cornell’s own research informs COVID-19 testing, protocols
Hagan publishes suicide research
Research by Assistant Professor of Psychology Christopher Hagan provides one more piece of information to better understand suicide and why it’s on the rise across the country. Read More About Hagan publishes suicide research
Persistence, courage propel Lohmann ’20 toward her dreams
Although Olivia Lohmann ’20 never wavered from her plan to major in psychology, she discovered an affinity to art history after taking a course on a whim. Read More About Persistence, courage propel Lohmann ’20 toward her dreams
Krull ՚20 personalized her degree to fit her interests
After her Sociology 101 course, Allison Krull ՚20 realized taking a sociology class was a fascinating way to learn how to talk about life. Read More About Krull ՚20 personalized her degree to fit her interests
Ebert thrives on opportunities
Sophomore Kenna Ebert isn’t waiting around for opportunities, she’s actively pursuing them. Read More About Ebert thrives on opportunities
One Course: Intimate Relationships
Ever wondered the best way to argue with your partner? Or how to know when a relationship is over? Take Bill Dragon’s Intimate Relationships class. Read More About One Course: Intimate Relationships
Celebrating the sciences
With the cutting of a "DNA ribbon," Cornell dedicated Russell Science Center and celebrated the completion of its $35 million Science Facilities Project. Read More About Celebrating the sciences