The World Campus Psychology Club (WCPC) is dedicated to supporting Penn State World Campus undergraduate psychology students. The mission of the club includes building community and identity by encouraging members to share ideas and experiences with one another. In addition, WCPC fosters the development of interests in the various professional fields of psychology. This is accomplished by sponsoring faculty and guest presentations, as well as facilitating peer discussions on current research and by sharing current topics from professional organizations.
Since its inaugural semester in the fall of 2009, the WCPC has made exceptional strides. In fact, it is the first fully online student organization focusing on psychology in the world! The WCPC has even received national recognition from sources such as USA Today and NPR Radio!
If you are a current World Campus student who has an interest in psychology, or if you are an incoming World Campus student with the interest in psychology, you can join our group by completing the new member form.
If you have any further questions about the club or about how to join, please feel free to contact a club officer. Additionally, you may contact the club advisor, Dr. Judi Withrow at jaj28@psu.edu.
Upcoming Events
November 3rd: 🧠Mind Over Matter
Make Your Mark on the Fall 2025 WCPC Newsletter!
✍️ Creative Writing Event | 🎁 Gift Card Giveaway
Join us for a day of inspiration, self-expression, and community connection as we officially open submissions for the Fall 2025 edition of Mind Over Matter, the Penn State World Campus Psychology Club’s student-led newsletter. This is your moment to reflect, write, and be heard.
✨ Here’s what you can submit:
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💭 Personal essays on how psychology impacts your life
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🎤 Interviews with psychology professionals
- 📚 Reviews of psych books, podcasts, or courses
- 🌍 Cultural views on mental health
- 🧪 Research insights, therapy breakthroughs & more!
🖊️ Whether it’s raw, reflective, academic, or artistic—your voice matters.
Bonus: Every submission = 1 entry into our Gift Card Giveaway 🎉
📅 Submission Deadline: November 3
📬 Send your work to: aod5437@psu.edu
Let’s amplify our voices and shape the future of psychology—together. 💙
November 18th: 🧪Psychology Research Showcase
Shine a Light on Student Research & Discovery!
6:00–9:00 PM EST |🧠 Academic Showcase | 🎁 Poster Contest Prizes + Audience Favorite
Join us for an inspiring evening of innovation and exploration as we spotlight undergraduate research in the Fall 2025 Psychology Research Showcase — hosted by the Online Students of Psychology Research Lab and proudly sponsored by the WC Psychology Club.
✨ Here’s what to expect:
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📊 Virtual poster presentations from World Campus student researchers
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🧠 Psychology-focused insights, theories, and findings
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📚 Reviews of psych books, podcasts, or courses
🏆 Judged poster contest with special guests:
Dr. Judi Withrow (Clinical Psychologist & Teaching Professor)
Dr. Anthony Nelson (OSP Lab Founder & Program Director)
🗳️ Vote for your favorite in our audience choice award!
🎓 Want to present your research?
Submit your abstract (max 300 words) by October 25
📢 Acceptances announced: October 31
🎥 Can’t attend live? Submit a pre-recorded video!
Let’s come together to elevate undergraduate research and explore the frontiers of psychology—together. 💙
Shop Our Merch
🎽 Psych Club Hoodie
Order October 4 – November 17 | 💻 Online shop | 🎁 Ships by decEMBER 1st
It’s finally here! We’re beyond excited to announce that the officially licensed Penn State World Campus Psychology Club hoodie is now available for a limited time only.
This is a rare opportunity to grab exclusive club merch that is fully approved by Penn State University — meaning when you wear it, you’re not just repping psychology… you’re officially representing:
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🦁 Penn State University
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🌍 Penn State World Campus
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🧠 Our World Campus Psychology Club
These hoodies are warm, cozy, and perfect for showing off your psych pride during chilly weather or study sessions. Most student org merch isn’t licensed due to PSU restrictions, so don’t miss out!
🌎 International students: please contact Rich Carney at rpc5682@psu.edu or Lindsay Zorn at lmz5385@psu.edu before placing your order.
Contact Us
WE HAVE MOVED TO TEAMS! You will find information about research opportunities, internships, study hall, book recommendations, and our past meetings that have been recorded if you miss a session.
Meeting Hours
We typically meet the second Tuesday of every month at 8:30 PM EST on Zoom
