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Distinguished Alumni Award

This annual honor from the Department of Psychology recognizes the work of especially accomplished graduates who have gone on to earn great distinction in their careers. Learn more →

2026 Recipient: Dr. Karen Quigley

Congratulations to Dr. Karen Quigley, PhD '93, recipient of the Department of Psychology's 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award! Join us for the award lecture and reception on Oct. 8, 2026.

What have you done with your Ohio State psychology degree?

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"I've written a book, spoken to more than 6,000 students and now oversee more than 40 teams and 30 coaches. None of this would have been possible without the support of the Department of Psychology."

—Timothy Hinton '21

"My psychology degree has provided me with a deep understanding of human behavior and a solid foundation for my career. The support that I received...led me to explore options that I had never realized were possible, including my current role in corporate human resources."

—Rachel Murphy '06, '08 MLHR

"My experience at Ohio State has helped refine my passion for psychological science and led me to join a company whose mission is using psychology to benefit society and improve lives."

—Jacob Marzalik '14

Alumni Advancement Committee

We are grateful to the members of our advancement committee for their support and guidance in engaging our growing psychology alumni community. Learn more →