Orientation & General Information

About Educational Psychology

The Department of Educational Psychology provides training in the cognitive, emotional, and social learning processes that underlie education and human development across the lifespan, including: the psychological foundations of education, quantitative methods in education, the practice and science of counseling psychology, school psychology, and special education.

Faculty and students provide leadership and consultation to the state, nation, and international community. The department's scholarship and teaching enhance professional practice in schools and universities, community mental health agencies, business and industrial organizations, early childhood programs, and government agencies.

Read more about the Department of Educational Psychology.

Educational Psychology Staff

Department staff are dedicated to helping support students throughout their academic careers. Get to know the staff and the roles they will play in your success!

Find our contact info on the Ed Psych website.

Student Site

This Intranet is designed as a resource for students to find information regarding policies, procedures, and student resources, familiarize yourself with the site and check back as you progress. 

Student Site home page

Department and Program Orientation Resources

As a student in one of the Educational Psychology programs, you will need to familiarize yourself with the Educational Psychology handbook, information and supplemental forms, in addition to those specific to your program.  You will also be subscribed to the Ed Psych graduate student listserv which is used to send out information about policies, procedures, events, fellowship and funding opportunities, deadlines and job postings.

• Educational Psychology Graduate Student Handbook

• Counselor Education Information

• Psychological Foundations in Education

• Quantitative Methods in Education

• School Psychology

• Special Education

One Stop Student Services

In addition to department support, graduate students may also contact One Stop Student Services with questions. One Stop can help with registration, financial aid, academic records, billing, financial wellness, and veteran services. 

Graduate Planning & Audit System (GPAS)

The Graduate Planning & Audit System (GPAS) allows graduate and professional students to plan future coursework and view student degree progress. Review the OneStop page for step by step instructions for accessing and completing your GPAS. Also, review the YouTube videos for a demonstration.  Contact the GPC, Lori Boucher, with questions about the GPAS or to set up an appointment to review your GPAS.

• Steps to complete your GPAS planner

• Access the GPAS Degree Audit [YouTube]

• Understand the GPAS Degree Audit [YouTube]

Additional degree planning information is available on the Milestone Forms page of the Student Site. 

Graduate School

The Graduate School provides students with access to the information, resources, and support they need for a successful and rewarding graduate education experience. 

• Graduate Student Services and Progress Office (GSSP)

• Current Student Toolkit 

• Graduate Education Resources (GEAR)

  1. GEAR1 (Graduate Education Resources for the First Year)

  2. GEAR+ (Graduate Education Resources Beyond the First Year)

• Graduate School Essentials for doctoral students

• Academic & career development workshops

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

The Department of Educational Psychology is deeply committed to increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion in our undergraduate and graduate programs, in our teaching and learning, in our research and clinical practice, and in our outreach and service across fields of educational psychology.  

Educational Psychology Equity, Diversity, and Anti-Racism Student Website 

Find out how you can get involved in department efforts in diversity, equity and inclusion, learn where you can go for help if you're experiencing bias or racism, and get resources on anti-racism and additional student resources at the University. 

Interested in learning more about equity, diversity, and anti-racism work in the Educational Psychology Department? Check out the Student Diversity Group!  Click here to provide us with your email address so that we can send you more information about how to get involved.

Complaints and Grievances

Ed Psych Grievance Process Site

If you have witnessed or experienced an incident of racism of or other form of discrimination or bias in Ed Psych, visit this site for a clear, transparent, and timely process for reporting incidents of racism, or other forms of discrimination/bias/retaliation in the department.

*Additional resources available in the Resources section of this Student Site