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Nathaniel Barr, a graduate student in the Cognitive Area, is one of three recipients of the 2014 Amit & Meena Chakma Award for Exceptional Teaching by a Student. You can read more in the March 25, 2014 University of Waterloo Daily Bulletin.

Retired professor, Michael Ross, a social psychologist, was in the news this week with his surprising findings that challenge assumptions about seniors as most vulnerable to fraud or online scams.

Here is an excerpt from the National Post story, Middle-aged people actually more likely to fall victim to con artists than ‘risk averse’ senior citizens, study says:

During the fall Liz Nilsen (Clinical division; cognitive development) had two studies published on her research into communication challenges for individuals with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Professor Britt Anderson had a textbook published.

Liane Davey, smiling and standing with arms crossed

Since completing her PhD in Psychology’s I/O program in 1999, Liane Davey has become widely recognized for her expertise in rehabilitating ineffective or even ‘toxic’ teams.

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Nathaniel Barr recipient of Teaching Award

Prof. Emeritus Michael Ross in media with findings on fraud and seniors’ risk aversion

Elizabeth Nilsen studies ADHD and difficulties with conversational cues

Britt Anderson published textbook

I/O Psychology alum is go-to expert for team rehabilitation