William James College News

“Faking Bad” Clinical PsyD Student’s Neuropsychology Research Finds a More Accurate Measure of Honesty in Brain Waves

• By Staff Report
• October 9, 2019

William James College Programs Address Wellbeing, Needs of Older Adult Populations

• By Staff Report
• October 1, 2019

According to the American Psychological Association, older adults will account for 21 percent of our nation’s population by the year 2030. This is a 15

CMGMH Newsletter Feature: Ecuador Service Learning & Cultural Immersion Program

• By Staff Report
• September 20, 2019

The "CMGMH Connection," a regular newsletter published by team members in the Center for Multicultural and Global Mental Health (CMGMH).

Freedman Center Collaborates with Communities on Suicide Prevention, Mental Health Promotion

• By Staff Report
• September 18, 2019

Every 40 seconds, someone loses their life to suicide. This global public health issue affects all populations

Justice Resource Institute (JRI) Releases Video Highlighting William James College Collaboration

• By Staff Report
• September 18, 2019

A collaboration between William James College and the Justice Resource Institute (JRI) provides students with educational opportunities to further their career in the mental health field. Through the collaboration, students are able to pursue their Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Human Services...

Dr. Robert Kinscherff Addresses Gun Violence at 2019 APA Convention

• By Staff Report
• September 12, 2019

Robert Kinscherff, JD, PhD, Associate VP of Community Engagement at William James College, spoke at the APA 2019 Convention on his research on violence risk assessment and management and other factors related to addressing gun violence in the United States

Gloria Noronha Named William James College’s Inaugural Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

• By Staff Report
• September 12, 2019

William James College has announced the appointment of Ms. Gloria Noronha as the College’s inaugural Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

“Gun Violence” is a Series of Problems, not a Singular Problem, says WJC Professor

• By Staff Report
• September 11, 2019

William James College Awarded Grants Totaling $2.7 Million For Graduate Psychology Education Program, Opioid Workforce Expansion Program

• By Staff Report
• September 9, 2019

The HRSA grants received letters of support from Representatives Joseph Kennedy and Ayanna Pressley. Programs will benefit underserved Massachusetts Community Health Centers.

Game Changer: Facilitator’s Guide Written by Leadership PsyD Student Reveals Hidden Biases Through Game Play

• By Staff Report
• September 3, 2019

Implicit bias refers to the attitudes or stereotypes that unconsciously affect a person’s understanding, actions, and decisions.