Department of Psychology - USC SAS

14/08/2026

𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐬.

The 𝐔𝐒𝐂 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐬𝐲𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 welcomes A.Y. 2026–2027 with hearts united and a shared commitment to our mission: nurturing students to be competent in practice and compassionate in service.

Our 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐥𝐲 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 is more than the beginning of another academic year. It is an opportunity to strengthen connections, embrace collaboration, and build bridges toward meaningful learning and service.

As we move forward together, may we continue to inspire, empower, and journey with our students as they grow into competent professionals and compassionate individuals.

Here’s to a meaningful year of 𝐁𝐔𝐈𝐋𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐁𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐆𝐄𝐒—within our department, with our psycarolinian student body, and with the communities we serve. ✨

USC Department of Psychology
A.Y. 2026–2027

𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒆𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝒊𝒏 𝑷𝒓𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒆. 𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒂𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝑺𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒄𝒆.

13/08/2026

📣 𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐌𝐀 𝐒𝐓𝐔𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒 𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐑 𝐎𝐋𝐃 𝐌𝐀 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐌𝐒!

We are inviting all graduate students under the old MA Programs to enroll this semester so you can continue and complete your respective degrees.

Since 2025, a new set of MA Programs has been implemented. As we transition to the new programs, courses under the old curricula will no longer be offered in the coming semesters.

If you are currently completing your degree under the old MA Programs, we strongly encourage you to enroll this semester and make the necessary arrangements to complete your remaining courses.

We hope to see you back this semester!

𝙁𝙤𝙧 𝙖𝙙𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙧𝙚𝙦𝙪𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙚𝙣𝙧𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙜𝙪𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨, 𝙨𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙌𝙍 𝙘𝙤𝙙𝙚 𝙤𝙧 𝙘𝙡𝙞𝙘𝙠 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙠 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚: https://bit.ly/4wfyj9t

12/08/2026

𝑷𝒔𝒚𝑪𝒂𝒓𝒐𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒊𝒂𝒏𝒔, 𝒊𝒕’𝒔 𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝒎𝒂𝒌𝒆 𝒔𝒐𝒎𝒆 𝒏𝒐𝒊𝒔𝒆!

𝐀𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔–𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕 𝐢𝐬 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞! 📚

To all our PsyCarolinians, welcome back and welcome home! Whether you are starting your very first journey with us or returning for another year of learning, growth, friendship, and discovery, this is your time to show up, step forward, and make this year count.

Get ready for new lessons, new challenges, new connections, and new opportunities to become the best version of yourselves. Let’s fill this academic year with curiosity, courage, compassion, and unforgettable moments.

𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐀𝐘 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔–𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕, 𝐏𝐒𝐘𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐎𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐀𝐍𝐒! 🎉

𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒆𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝒊𝒏 𝑷𝒓𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒆. 𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒂𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝑺𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒄𝒆.

10/08/2026

📣 𝐈𝐍𝐕𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐓𝐎 𝐉𝐎𝐈𝐍!

The 𝐔𝐒𝐂 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐬𝐲𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 warmly invites you to join us in a 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐋𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐬𝐲𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐬𝐲𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐬 (𝐁𝐋𝐄𝐏𝐏), to be held at the 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐥 𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟏𝟑, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (𝟏𝟎:𝟎𝟎 𝐀𝐌). As one community, we come together to lift them up in prayer, offer our encouragement, and extend our heartfelt support to our future psychometricians and psychologists. Your presence will surely inspire and strengthen them as they embark on this important journey with faith, hope, and confidence.

𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒆𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝒊𝒏 𝑷𝒓𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒆, 𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒂𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝑺𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒄𝒆.

09/08/2026

07/08/2026

𝑱𝑶𝑼𝑹𝑵𝑬𝒀𝑺 𝑩𝑬𝒀𝑶𝑵𝑫 𝑻𝑯𝑬 𝑪𝑳𝑨𝑺𝑺𝑹𝑶𝑶𝑴✨

𝐀𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐮 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐞𝐢𝐠-𝐄𝐧𝐠
Human Resource Optimization Supervisor
𝐏𝐬𝐲𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟔

Every journey toward growth and purpose begins with a single step, and for our alumni, that step started at the USC Department of Psychology.

During their time in the program, they experienced a well grounded and practical curriculum, guided by mentors who translated lessons into meaningful and applicable knowledge. Beyond the classroom, they embraced opportunities that enriched their college life, expanded their network, and allowed them to grow through both academic and co curricular experiences.

Equipped with these experiences, they developed a strong sense of leadership and service, especially through their involvement in the USC Psychology Society. Serving the community and contributing to the growth of Psychology on campus became a defining part of their journey.

Today, they serve as Human Resource Optimization Supervisors, applying their training to lead with purpose, support organizational growth, and foster effective and people centered practices. Their journey reflects how holistic training and meaningful experiences can shape confident and capable leaders.

Your story can begin here. 💡
𝐁𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐬𝐲𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲! 𝐄𝐍𝐑𝐎𝐋𝐋 𝐍𝐎𝐖!

Competent in Practice. Compassionate in Service.


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𝙁𝙤𝙧 𝙖𝙙𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙧𝙚𝙦𝙪𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙚𝙣𝙧𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙜𝙪𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨, 𝙘𝙡𝙞𝙘𝙠 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙠 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚:
📌BS-Psychology Program
For new applicants: http://bit.ly/3RUYjrH
For transferees: https://bit.ly/4bhotvn

07/08/2026

𝑱𝑶𝑼𝑹𝑵𝑬𝒀𝑺 𝑩𝑬𝒀𝑶𝑵𝑫 𝑻𝑯𝑬 𝑪𝑳𝑨𝑺𝑺𝑹𝑶𝑶𝑴✨

𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐀𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐧𝐞 𝐂𝐚ñ𝐞𝐭𝐞, 𝐌𝐃
Creighton University - Omaha, Family Medicine Resident
𝐏𝐬𝐲𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟒

Every journey toward growth and purpose begins with a single step, and for our alumni, that step started at the USC Department of Psychology.

During their time in the program, they experienced a supportive and collaborative community that encouraged them to grow, explore, and challenge themselves. Through meaningful relationships with faculty and peers, they gained the confidence to pursue new opportunities and shape both their personal and professional identity.

Equipped with a mindset rooted in curiosity, they learned to keep asking questions and to see learning as a lifelong journey. This perspective continues to guide them as they seek knowledge and growth in every stage of their career.

Today, they are family medicine residents, bringing compassion, curiosity, and a people centered approach into their practice. Their journey reflects how a strong and supportive academic community can inspire individuals to become not only skilled professionals but also empathetic and lifelong learners.

Your story can begin here. 💡
𝐁𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐬𝐲𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲! 𝐄𝐍𝐑𝐎𝐋𝐋 𝐍𝐎𝐖!

Competent in Practice. Compassionate in Service.


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𝙁𝙤𝙧 𝙖𝙙𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙧𝙚𝙦𝙪𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙚𝙣𝙧𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙜𝙪𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨, 𝙘𝙡𝙞𝙘𝙠 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙠 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚:
📌BS-Psychology Program
For new applicants: http://bit.ly/3RUYjrH
For transferees: https://bit.ly/4bhotvn

06/08/2026

📢 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝!

Good news, future PsyCarolinians! The Admission Application for the BS Psychology Program is now 𝐞𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐥 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟏𝟓, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔.

Don’t miss your chance! Apply and enroll now and take the first step toward a meaningful career in psychology.

𝐁𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐬𝐲𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲! 💡

𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒆𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝒊𝒏 𝑷𝒓𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒆. 𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒂𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝑺𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒄𝒆.

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𝙁𝙤𝙧 𝙖𝙙𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙧𝙚𝙦𝙪𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙚𝙣𝙧𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙜𝙪𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨, 𝙨𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙌𝙍 𝙘𝙤𝙙𝙚 𝙤𝙧 𝙘𝙡𝙞𝙘𝙠 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙠 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚:

📌BS-Psychology Program
For new applicants: http://bit.ly/3RUYjrH
For transferees: https://bit.ly/4bhotvn

📌Graduate Program: https://bit.ly/4wfyj9t

06/08/2026

𝑱𝑶𝑼𝑹𝑵𝑬𝒀𝑺 𝑩𝑬𝒀𝑶𝑵𝑫 𝑻𝑯𝑬 𝑪𝑳𝑨𝑺𝑺𝑹𝑶𝑶𝑴✨

𝐉𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐢𝐧 𝐅. 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐠-𝐚
HRBP Manager, Castle Keep Holdings Inc.
𝐏𝐬𝐲𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟏

Every journey toward growth and purpose begins with a single step, and for our alumni, that step started at the USC Department of Psychology.

During their time in the program, they encountered experiences that challenged both their thinking and perspective, including moments that required patience, trust, and the ability to adapt. These lessons went beyond the classroom, teaching them that success is not always within one’s control and that growth often comes from learning to rely on others.

Equipped with meaningful experiences and relationships, they built connections with peers who helped shape their personal and professional journey, many of whom became lifelong friends. These moments formed not only lasting memories but also a strong foundation for collaboration and understanding.

Today, they serve as Human Resource Business Partner Managers, applying these lessons in building trust, fostering teamwork, and supporting people within organizations. Their journey reflects how shared experiences and human connection can shape effective and people centered leaders.

Your story can begin here. 💡
𝐁𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐬𝐲𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲! 𝐄𝐍𝐑𝐎𝐋𝐋 𝐍𝐎𝐖!

Competent in Practice. Compassionate in Service.


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𝙁𝙤𝙧 𝙖𝙙𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙧𝙚𝙦𝙪𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙚𝙣𝙧𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙜𝙪𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨, 𝙘𝙡𝙞𝙘𝙠 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙠 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚:
📌BS-Psychology Program
For new applicants: http://bit.ly/3RUYjrH
For transferees: https://bit.ly/4bhotvn

06/08/2026

𝑱𝑶𝑼𝑹𝑵𝑬𝒀𝑺 𝑩𝑬𝒀𝑶𝑵𝑫 𝑻𝑯𝑬 𝑪𝑳𝑨𝑺𝑺𝑹𝑶𝑶𝑴✨

𝐃𝐚𝐫𝐲𝐥 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐳𝐳 𝐀𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐥 𝐌. 𝐑𝐚𝐲𝐜𝐨, 𝐑𝐏𝐌
Registered Psychometrician
𝐏𝐬𝐲𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓

Every journey toward growth and purpose begins with a single step, and for our alumni, that step started at the USC Department of Psychology.

During their time in the program, they discovered the value of research in shaping both personal and professional growth. They learned to ask meaningful questions, listen with intention, and approach social issues with curiosity and empathy. Guided by dedicated mentors, they were encouraged to think critically, refine their perspectives, and recognize that knowledge becomes most powerful when it serves others.

Equipped with these experiences, they strengthened their confidence as researchers and developed a deeper commitment to creating meaningful change through psychology.

Today, they are registered psychometricians pursuing advanced studies in social psychology, continuing to expand their impact through research and lifelong learning. Their journey reflects how a strong foundation in inquiry and empathy can lead to purposeful contributions beyond the classroom.

Your story can begin here. 💡
𝐁𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐬𝐲𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲! 𝐄𝐍𝐑𝐎𝐋𝐋 𝐍𝐎𝐖!

Competent in Practice. Compassionate in Service.


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𝙁𝙤𝙧 𝙖𝙙𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙧𝙚𝙦𝙪𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙚𝙣𝙧𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙜𝙪𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨, 𝙘𝙡𝙞𝙘𝙠 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙠 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚:
📌BS-Psychology Program
For new applicants: http://bit.ly/3RUYjrH
For transferees: https://bit.ly/4bhotvn