Alumni Testimonials
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Susan Gruszka2024
“I enjoyed having a psychology major and I am so glad I chose to do it. I loved all of my psychology classes, found them interesting, and learned a lot. I learned diverse psychological elements that can be applied to many areas of my life. I believe everyone should at least have a psych minor because it will benefit them in any field they pursue.”
Kenneth Ingle2024
“The psychology program at EIU was a fantastic experience. It helped me gain a deeper understanding of myself, other people, the brain and how the mind operates, and the world around me. Also, the professors I had really invested in my confidence in my academic skills and both ensured and celebrated my potential for success in the field. The personalized one-on-one support from faculty and being able to truly work individually with my peers were instrumental in achieving my degree. I felt supported and encouraged by my professors every step of the way, which isn’t something I would have been able to say if I was attending a larger university’s psychology program. The psychology department faculty were not only highly knowledgeable but also willing to engage in additional discussions, provide extra resources, and offer valuable advice to enhance my undergraduate experience and make it the best it could be. Choosing to major in psychology at EIU was definitely the right decision for me and something I don’t regret one bit!”
Hannah Lineman2024
“The psych department is very personal, and you will know all your classmates and professors on that personal level, which makes the work towards your degree easier to go through.”
Ryan Butler2025
"Choosing Eastern Illinois University's Psychology program was one of the best decisions I ever made for academic and personal growth. From the first day, I was not just a number in a class. I was part of a community that genuinely cared about my success and growth as an up-and-coming psychologist and researcher. The faculty at this institution go above and beyond. They don't just teach. You're guided, challenged, and encouraged to question and probe assumptions. With experiences like service-learning projects, advanced statistics courses, and being able to carry out independent research for my honors thesis, I gained hands-on skills that I have no doubt will set me apart in grad school and beyond. EIU's Psychology program prepares you for your profession and assists you in discovering who you are and what type of legacy you want to leave. From learning alongside my classmates, using tools such as Qualtrics, and even engaging in good debate regarding human behavior, I felt I was building something greater than a degree. If you are looking for a program that will challenge you, direct you, and prepare you to excel in whatever you endeavor, EIU's Department of Psychology is the place for you."