Just attended the most incredible talk by @drbeccapr.bsky.social SO many things, but for me, key takeaways: multidisciplinary is critical; and I’m still in my Individualization<->Standardization quagmire. AI might help. #CPA #PsychologyAndAI This conference is the greatest. #BigThoughts #Psychology

Great idea for #GenAI when prepping talks/lectures. 1) ensure privacy for IP, but assuming you have it, 2) put your slides in and ask for the most likely questions. Great way to proactively address likely FAQ! #CPA #PsychologyAndAI #Psychology

Excited! Happening now! #CPA #PsychologyAndAI #psychology #PostSecondary

A random deep thought: bots are typically built to be socially desirable. What does it mean for human:human communication when humans are honest, with goals other than being self-reinforcing? #CPA #PsychologyAndAI #Psychology

Next up for me, a talk on the responsible use of affective computing in organizations. So important for folks in #IOPsychology #CPA #Psychology

I’m behind in my live posts because my brain is swimming! I am going to need a week to process the first 90 minutes alone of this PHENOMENAL conference! With thanks to Dr. Woody, Dr. Bacon, and Dr. Bouchard for their thoughts so far as we dive into the intersections of AI and PSYC!

It’s wheels up over here! See you soon UBC! Headed your way with @canadianpsychology.bsky.social to dig into the roles and risks of GenAI as it pertains to science, practice, and education in psychology. Planning to live-post here as possible! Let’s geek out! 🧠 💻

No no no begs every archivist. You are never going to be able to find anything. Please don’t start using emojis in file names. Who asked for this? What fresh hell is next?

Maybe it’s because I’m a social psychologist at my core, but ohmigosh one of favourite human moments is when everyone marvels at nature together. My feeds are lit up from coast to coast. Marvelling is my favourite hobby. 💫 #StarryEyedSurpruse #NorthernLights #Marvellous

A great start to #FallPreview with Emilia, Kiley, and Alexander with #TeamPsychology #QueensPsychology #YGK #QueensUniversity 🧠

Some friendly advice to folks new to the conference submission game: everybody gets some submissions rejected. I did today. It’s normal and expected. Keep doing the best work you can, don’t get too high or too low, learn from every decision, and push on. #AERA2026

It’s 2:37am. I woke up, and don’t know what vortex this is. It’s still going? How many innings?! #GoJaysGo

A good one!!

Very sad. One of the world's great human beings. #JaneGoodall www.washingtonpost.com/obituaries/2...

I need to look into details of this, but heads up. I’ve said it before, but I want some AI regulaaaations. The Millennial in me says “Regulators, Mount Up.” Note that I do not know most of the lyrics so apologies if it’s way off brand, but I know the word geek is in it.

We need to increase access to psychologists. Reducing the training requirements to practice is *not* the way to go. See this letter urging council to vote *against* reducing training standards for psychologists.

Academic folks: I’m trying to find a study that compares multidisciplinary training against single discipline training at differing levels of student expertise (curious if effects are similar to inquiry based learning). Do we know of anything? I can’t find much empirical research in this area?

Community members are invited to recognize inclusive leaders by nominating them for the 2025 Celebrating Accessibility Awards. #YGK #Accessibility #Inclusion Details and how to make a nomination here: www.kingstonist.com/news/nominat...

UK government report based on internal civil service trial finds Copilot doesn’t increase productivity, and indeed makes Excel take longer and with more errors, and requires Powerpoint users to have ‘corrective action’ applied to their outputs. www.theregister.com/2025/09/04/m...

Interested in applying to graduate programs or research positions in psychology? Want more information and feedback on your submission materials? Then Harvard’s Prospective Ph.D. & RA Event in Psychology (PPREP) Is for you!! psychology.fas.harvard.edu/pprep More info in the link!! Please retweet!

My little’s luggage was lost. In it was a plush rattle from when she was a baby (Pengie). I’ve called the airline repeatedly, we searched Halifax & Ottawa airports, & I think it’s gone. 1) reminder stuffies go in carryons 😬 2) we’ve googled our fingers off for a replica. Can’t find. Any insights?

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🤩 Need to share the good: I had the absolute most greatest customer service from a *human* from @flyporter.bsky.social last night. That instance alone will make me look at Porter first. Grateful for kindness and help!! Thank you, #FlyPorter! ✈️

“Students might readily ask how to find a classroom, but it’s much harder to open up about missing their pets. Those quieter moments can sometimes be a bigger struggle.” - Dr. Meghan Norris

Come and work with me and my colleagues. We're nice!

This Bugatti trend is really driving it home for me that driving a standard is a skill from the past 😂😂😂😂

I know it’s complicated: I’m looking for an authoritative and “easy to read” reference that explores #AI and #climate considerations. Intro level for non-scientists. Anything?

Annual post for new folks to #YGK, especially displaced Maritimers! It is not the same, but taking a drive out Hwy 33 and taking the Glenora Ferry to #PEC has similar vibes to a PEI trip! 🍦 ⛴️ #GoodVibes #Summer ☀️

BREAKING: A federal judge in Massachusetts (the Reagan-appointed William Young) has declared the Trump administration's cuts to NIH grants — ostensibly over Trump's EOs on gender ideology and DEI — are "illegal" and "void." He's ordering many grants restored.

I try to practice work-life balance (lol). Yesterday, I met early with collaborators and hammered out a grant draft. I then saw a window to jump on a puffin/whale watching tour. A calf, cow, and bull humpback were so close I could have touched them. 🤩 Leaving with a full heart, both nerd and nature!

This year #CPA2025 got me in the feels. Seeing students, colleagues, and friends all doing such incredible work—I didn’t expect to love mid-career this much. It’s so cool to be at a place where you can look both back and forward. Thanks to all for sharing your talent and laughter this week! 🤓

It’s Friday the 13! Are there any sessions on superstitions? This feels like a niche opportunity 😂 #CPA2025

What a great chat with @martincbc.bsky.social and Devin Fowlie this morning! We had 7 minutes to chat GenAI in teaching spaces. Can’t wait to dig into more details at our talk tomorrow! Thanks again for having us, Martin! www.cbc.ca/listen/live-...

A full circle moment! I first taught Devin when he was an undergraduate student at SMU, and now he’s earned his PhD from Queen’s! What a great moment to be chatting with CBC about GenAI and teaching. Thanks for having us, Martin!

Good morning from St. John’s! I’m here for the annual @canadianpsychology.bsky.social conference. Tonight, we kick off with a first time attendee reception. Come on out and say hello! I guarantee friendly faces to welcome you to your first CPA! 🧠 🤓 😃

My Canadian university, Queen's, is offering TWENTY 4-year funded PhDs (40k CAD/yr) for a student of ANY citizenship who has been accepted at a top 100 US university but have had offer rescinded OR are reconsidering offer due to US policy. Details found here👇 www.queensu.ca/grad-postdoc...

Alright YGK peeps: I am thinking of actually scheduling a “Science and Snacks” summer series, possibly to happen at the Grad Club. Recycle an old talk, and come geek out with folks from the YGK community. Who would come? Lunch or late afternoon? #YGK #QueensU #Science #GeekOut

New meta-analysis with strong evidence the expertise reversal effect "is a thing." Instructional support helps low prior knowledge learners and impedes high prior knowledge learners. Personalizing instructional design matters, friends.#PsychSciSky #AcademicSky #EduSky doi.org/10.1016/j.le...

Tech Question: I am taking my work email/calendar off of my personal phone and adding a work device (yay!). BUT, I want to see my work calendar on my personal device because I am ruled by it. Is there a way to share Outlook calendars to…Gmail? Personal outlook calendar? Why are calendars so clunky?

A bird post for my #YGK peeps: I’ve had Merlin for awhile now and it’s been comparatively rare for me to get a new one for my life list. This year I’m *ON FIRE* getting new birds. Am I just getting out more, or are others also getting more new ones? 🤩🤓 #BirdNerdEra

A random Friday #YGKLove post: I haven’t been to Curry Original since before the pandemic and the old location. I forgot JUST HOW GOOD it is. Bonus, it’s a super fast walk from campus. If you haven’t been, recommend! (They do takeout, too!)

The sun is out for the first time in forever, and I meandered over to the new JDUC! It’s beautiful! The trees and flowers have also popped on campus. I was hard pressed to decide which picture for today, but went with sunny architecture! Happy Monday, #YGK! ☀️

Preparing for a yard sale by going through bookshelves. SPSS Version 8 anyone? #LegacyModel

Trying to put evidence-based practices back into place! A quick snap of the new Wolfe Island ferry back in action on my lunch walk. This is your semi-friendly reminder that even AI bots get maintenance & so should you! Taking a break is good for you, and your work. Bonus, it’s beautiful out! ☀️

Good morning #YGK! A reminder that today is the always-amazing Science Rendezvous hosted by Queen’s @ Slush Puppie Place!Free admission & fun science!! You’ll even find Queen’s PSYC there! I’m hearing there’s free parking with a free trolley from Fort Henry! 🤩🤩 (I need tag help! Where is everyone?)

A huge and heartfelt thanks to #LDSB and #LESSA. This week, a whole lot of adults took time away from their regular work to support youth in playing basketball. Refs taking time to teach about the rules, coaches encouraging grit & courage. This is what it’s about! 💫☀️ So full of gratitude.

One of the things I love about campuses is that they bring communities together. So proud & *happy* that Queen’s is hosting youth basketball tournaments this week. Y’all, the vibe!! And yes, I’m known as the “embarrassing mom” and have been signing Space Jams non stop. #Community #BetterTogether 🏀

Today is Maternal Mental Health Awareness Day, and in recognition, the South East Health Unit (SEHU) is stressing the importance of #MentalHealth care and concerns for new & expectant #parents. Read about SEHU's new group therapy program here: www.kingstonist.com/news/sehu-de...

🧪 If you had your NSF grant terminated, I'd *highly* recommend going to this Friday's webinar. Friday May 9 at 2-3 pm ET Will talk about both the appeals process, in addition to allowable closeout costs. Share widely. Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Do I know anyone who does fundraising for KHSC? Have a feel good initiative from some kids, but want to connect with the right team :)