Psychology
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Why Forgetfulness Might Actually Help You
Ben Storm, associate professor of psychology, was quoted in a Wall Street Journal article about the latest research on memory.
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State agrees to improve prison conditions in solitary confinement unit
Psychology Professor Craig Haney was quoted in an Atlanta Journal-Constitution article about conditions inside the solitary-confinement unit of a Georgia prison.
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The Psychological Science of Taking Friendlier Selfies
Facial recognition research by Nick Davidenko of psychology received widespread coverage, including from Psychology Today, the Daily Sun, Science Blog, Times Now, and Indian Express.
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What's made rates of degree attainment for immigrant students spike?
Psychology Professor Emerita Catherine Cooper was quoted in a Christian Science Monitor story about higher rates of degree attainment among immigrants and the support programs that foster student success.
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When You’ve Transitioned But Your Voice Hasn’t Caught Up
Psychology Professor Phil Hammack was quoted in an article in Tonic about new options for transgender people coping with a voice that doesn't match their gender identity.
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An open letter to men about rape
Psychology Professor Eileen Zurbriggen penned an op-ed for the Santa Cruz Sentinel about sexual aggression and the steps men can take to help eliminate rape.
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Beyond ‘no means no’: How to talk to teenage boys about consent
Psychology Professor Cam Leaper was quoted in a Washington Post article about talking to teenage boys about consent.
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Black Space, White Blindness
Assistant Professor of Psychology Courtney Bonam's research on white stereotypes about black neighborhoods was featured in an article in Slate.
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Books N Bags: Kindergarten's the right time to start a little library
The Missourian cited research by Psychology Professor Emeritus Dominic Massaro in an article about kindergartners and reading.
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Distressing statistics about HIV testing and prevention
CompassQ covered the results of a study by Psychology Professor Phil Hammack that assessed the use of HIV prevention medication and HIV testing among sexually active gay and bisexual men.
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How "Trial by Media" Can Undermine the Courtroom
In an article about how media bias impacts the right to a fair trial, Psychology Today cited research by Psychology Professor Craig Haney.
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UC Santa Cruz Study Shows Increased Deportations Create Fear, Anxiety, Mistrust
KQED Radio's California Report picked up a KAZU Radio interview with Psychology Professor Regina Langhout, who discussed the ripple effects of U.S. policy regarding deportations and family separation.