Department of Psychology Alumni Success Stories
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Emma Tussey
Emma Tussey, M.S. | Doctoral Candidate in Clinical Psychology | Expected graduation 2026
Chloe San Miguel
Chloe San Miguel | Ph.D. Experimental Psychology with Personality Concentration | Class of 2023
Madisen Hillebrant-Openshaw
Madisen Hillebrant-Openshaw | Ph.D. Experimental Psychology | Class of 2023
Ariana Tart-Zelvin
Ariana Tart-Zelvin | Clinical Psychology with a Neuropsychology Concentration | Class of 2018
Idaho State University Clinical Psychology Students Achieve 100% Match in APPIC Internships
Six clinical psychology doctoral students have successfully matched with their top-choice internships through the competitive APPIC process for the 2025 academic year.
Gabby Perez's Next Step in Advancing Mental Health Care
Gabby Perez, a graduate of ISU's Clinical Psychology program, has accepted a forensic psychology postdoctoral fellowship at Patton State Hospital, where she will continue her work with underserved populations in the criminal justice system.
ISU Alum Cy Nadler: Helping Kids and Families with Autism
Dr. Cy Nadler, who graduated from Idaho State University (ISU) in 2012 with a degree in Clinical Psychology, is making a big difference in the lives of kids and families.
Combining Positive Psychology and Clinical Insights
As a psychotherapy researcher, for the past 25 years, Joshua Swift, Ph.D., Professor of Clinical Psychology and Department Chair at Idaho State University, has been investigating the methods that professionals can use to help people work through mental health concerns.
ISU Graduate Students Establish Neurodivergent Social Support Group for Adults in Pocatello
Graduate students Joules Emerson and Julia Duran from Idaho State University created a Neurodivergent Social Support Group to foster connections and friendships among neurodivergent adults in Pocatello, providing a safe and inclusive space for activities and support.
Welcoming Dr. Joshua Swift as the New Chair of the Department of Psychology
The College of Arts and Letters and the Department of Psychology at Idaho State University are delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Joshua K. Swift as the new Chair of the psychology department.
Dr. Robert Rieske Named Director of Psychology Clinic at Idaho State
Idaho State University proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Robert Rieske as the new Psychology Clinic Director, effective January 2024.
ISU Psychology and Community Partners Forge Stronger Mental Health Care in Southeast Idaho
Over the course of four years, and in collaboration with some outstanding community partners, Idaho State University trained 23 clinical psychology doctoral students in interdisciplinary evidence-based care for rural Idahoans...
First Generation College Student Gets Unique Research Experience
Diana Cortez, a third-year undergraduate student majoring in Health Science and Biology at Idaho State University (ISU), had a unique opportunity this summer. Diana was selected as an INBRE fellow to research spinal cord injuries.
