Spring 2009 Volume 2, Issue 2
Eye on the Future
Studying Psychology in Singapore
By Becky Wong
Although a relatively new field to the Asian region, psychology is a popular major in Singapore, particularly among social science undergraduates. Contrary to common misconception, studying psychology in Singapore is not a "soft" option; it involves rigorous grounding in fundamental theories and methods in the field, particularly in the first two years.
Professional Development
Preparing, Applying, and Gaining Admission Into Grad School
Melissa Demir
A How-To-Guide For Managing A Hectic Schedule
Molly Benson
Faculty SuperStar
Gary L. Wells, Ph.D., Iowa State University
Molly Petersen
Gary L. Wells is Professor of Psychology as Iowa State University and holds the title of Distinguished Professor. Wells is also Director of Social Science for the American Judicature Society’s Institute of Forensic Science and Public Policy. He is an internationally recognized scholar in scientific psychology and his studies of eyewitness memory are widely known and cited.
Research Focus
Stacey Wetmore
There is a common misconception that bigger is always better. This idea, however, may not be the best advice when choosing a college. Of course the big schools get most of the attention with well-funded sports programs and research hospitals, but there are many pros and cons for both.
Area Focus
Research on Eyewitness Testimony
By Joe Vitriol and Jason Mandelbaum
Observer Student Notebook
Laura M. Morett
May/June 2009
The Dos and Don’ts of Beginning a Thesis
Sarah Hovind
April 2009
Editor: Molly Petersen, Undergraduate Advocate
Associate Editor: Peter Vernig, Student Notebook Editor
