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APS is pleased to offer special programming for students at the APS Annual Convention. Hosted by the APS Student Caucus, student panels and events are designed to be fun and informative, featuring voices from various backgrounds, industries, and disciplines. The APSSC Executive Board develops this programming each year, keeping the content up to date and relevant for students.

Below is the student programming sessions taking place at the 2026 APS Annual Convention. This information is subject to change, please check back for updates.

Thursday, 28 May

Student Social

21:15 – 22:30 (9:15 PM – 10:30 PM)

Join the APSSC Executive Board for the Student Social; located just a short walk away from the convention center in the Leonardo Hotel! Mingle with the APSSC Executive Board, other students, and professionals while enjoying catered food and a cash bar.

Friday, 29 May

Navigating the Publishing Pipeline

12:30 – 13:20 (12:30 PM – 1:20 PM)

Organizer: Mariel Barnett, Purdue University, USA

Presenters:

• Simine Vazire, University of California, Davis, USA
• June Gruber, Editor, Current Directions in Psychological Science, USA
• Ulf-Dietrich Reips, Editor, Psychological Science in the Public Interest, Germany
• Nicholas R. Eaton, Ph.D., Stony Brook University, The State University of New York, USA
• Rachael E. Jack, PhD, University of Glasgow, United Kingdom

Are you new to publishing your work? Looking to improve and/or tailor your publication record? This panel will dive into the publication process, with the goal of equipping graduate students and early career researchers with the knowledge and tools on how to get published. Join us as we explore each step of the publication pipeline, from determining journal fit, to preparing manuscripts, to handling editorial decisions. 

Exploring Careers in Psychology: A Networking Roundtable Session

16:00 – 16:50 (4:00 PM – 4:50 PM)

Organizer: Tiffany Shao, Claremont Graduate University, USA

Presenters:

• Alexandra Kalpadaki-Smith, Evinova, AstraZeneca, Spain
• Muriel Garreta Domingo, King.com, Spain
• Hans Supèr, Braingaze, Spain
• Marianne Fallon, Psi Chi, USA
• Cindy Chung, Traveler’s Insurance, USA
• Lina M. Cómbita, University of Granada, Spain
• Kathleen Lalande, University of Ottawa, Canada
• Helen Abadzi, University of Texas at Arlington, UNESCO, USA
• Mary P. Czerwinski, Microsoft Research (ret.) and University of Washington, USA

Curious about what you can do with a psychology background beyond academia or clinical work? This roundtable brings together psychological scientists working in tech, government, and nonprofits to share real-world career journeys, transferable skills, and advice for students exploring diverse professional paths. 

Saturday, 30 May

Fostering Resilience in Young Adult Students: Perspectives from Emotion Regulations

10:30 – 11:20 (10:30 AM – 11:20 AM)

Organizer: Yuze Shi, The University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Presenters:

• Johan Bjureberg, Karolinska Institute, Sweden
• Belén López-Pérez, The University of Manchester, United Kingdom
• Luise Pruessner, MS, Ruprecht-Karls University, Heidelberg, Germany
• Lara MC Puhlmann, PhD, Leibniz Institute for Resilience Research, Germany

Young adult students often experience high level and multidimensional stress, underscoring the importance of fostering resilience among this population. This session offers expert perspectives, common tactics, and skills in emotion regulations to help young adult students foster resilience. 

Beyond Borders: Building Sustainable International Careers in Psychological Science

11:30 – 12:20 (11:30 AM – 12:20 PM)

Organizer: Deniz Mısra Gürol, Koç University, Turkey

Presenters:

• Daniel Balliet, PhD, VU Amsterdam, Netherlands
• Sacha Epskamp, National University of Singapore, Singapore
• Justin Minue Kim, PhD, Sungkyunkwan University, South Korea
• Gizem Erdem, PhD, Koc University, Turkiye

Building a career in psychological science across national contexts requires navigating mobility, funding systems, and immigration realities. This panel brings together scholars with diverse international trajectories to discuss long-term career planning, cross-border opportunities, and well-being. Speakers will share practical insights and lived experiences to support sustainable global pathways. 

Global Perspectives on Mentorship: Fostering International Growth in Psychological Science

12:30 – 13:20 (12:30 PM – 1:20 PM)

Organizer: Deniz Mısra Gürol, Koç University, Turkey

Presenters:

• Paul A. M. Van Lange, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Netherlands
• Cristina Lopez Rojas, PhD, Mind, Brain and Behavior Research Center at University of Granada, Spain
• Nainika Hira, MS, Pennsylvania State University, University Park (College of Health and Human Development), USA
• Bria Gresham, PhD, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, USA

This panel aims to cover topics of mentorship across career stages globally in psychological science. Further investigating how we can foster growth of the field internationally via supportive successful mentorship. This includes international students, collaborative intercontinental research, and opportunities for continuous growth in cross-cultural sensitivity and inclusion.