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Exploring psychology, culture, and community across the world.
The Psychology Study Abroad Program offers students the opportunity to explore psychology within global cultural contexts while traveling and learning alongside faculty and peers.

Each program blends academic learning, cultural exploration, and real-world exposure to psychological practice and research in international settings. Students engage with universities, clinics, and community organizations while experiencing the history, culture, and everyday life of the host country.

Our programs are designed to help students understand how culture, health systems, and social context shape mental health, behavior, and well-being across the world.

Students return with a deeper understanding of psychology, expanded global perspective, and unforgettable experiences.

Vision Statement of the Department of Psychology

University of South Alabama

The Department of Psychology at the University of South Alabama strives to be a national leader in advancing research, education, and service that promotes health, well-being, and human potential for all people.

Mission Statement of the Department of Psychology
University of South Alabama

The Department of Psychology at the University of South Alabama is committed to advancing discovery, health, and learning in alignment with the University's mission, with a special emphasis on fostering a welcoming and supportive academic community. Rooted in the values of community, belonging, cultural awareness, and outreach, we strive to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve—on campus, in the Gulf Coast region, and beyond. Our mission is to:

1. Provide outstanding professional preparation for our students.
2. Be a leader in the discovery and dissemination of knowledge through psychological science.
3. Provide service to the community through clinical and professional activities.

Statement of Core Values

Community and Belonging:  We recognize and value the contributions made by under-represented populations and desire to make the University an attractive and welcoming place for people of all races, sexes, religions, colors, national origins, sexual orientations, disability status, or military veteran status to study and work in a supportive, broad community. The Department strives to create a safe space. We recognize that students are entitled to a learning environment free from discrimination and safe from harassment, and affirm that discrimination and harassment will not be tolerated in the Department, its courses, programs, and activities, as per University Policy (Page 6). This extends to the creation of an environment in which people in a legally-protected status are made to feel unsafe. For example, displaying symbols associated with known hate groups (other than in the context of educational discussions), verbal use of hurtful or degrading stereotypes, and/or engaging in other threatening or harassing behaviors may result in disciplinary action by the University. 

Individuals who witness such behaviors may contact the Department Chair at 251-460-6883 or the Associate Dean of Students at 251-460-6453.

Cultural Awareness, Understanding, Mutual Respect and Appreciation: We value and teach awareness of multiple cultural perspectives.

Community Outreach and Collaboration: We partner with, work with, and understand our local and regional community to enhance the quality of research, teaching, and service, and to better serve community needs.

The ÓûÂþɬ Psychology Clinic is open for business and taking extra precautions to protect the health of our staff and those that visit. We are taking a proactive approach in the ÓûÂþɬ Psychology Clinic and would like to share a few key pieces of information with you. Click here to visit the ÓûÂþɬ Psychology Clinic website for news and key information. 

Department of Psychology
The Department of Psychology at the University of South Alabama invites applications for a
a one-year-only (9-month), non-tenure-track, Assistant Professor position to begin August 15,
2026. Applicants should possess an earned doctoral degree in Psychology or a closely related
field, but ABDs near completion of the degree will be considered. Applicants should also possess
a strong commitment to teaching. The teaching load is four courses per semester, covering a
variety of topics, with an emphasis in experimental courses. All specialty areas are encouraged to
apply.
Review of applications will begin April 20, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
To apply, send a cover letter, vita, and statement of teaching philosophy and experience to Dr.
Mark Yates at myates@southalabama.edu. Applicants must also arrange to have three original
letters of recommendation and arrange for all official undergraduate and graduate transcripts to
be sent by the Registrars of each college and/or university attended to Dr. Yates at the following
address:
Dr. Mark Yates
UCOM 1000, Department of Psychology
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL 36688-0002
myates@southalabama.edu
Interested applicants are encouraged to visit our website (www.southalabama.edu/psychology) to
learn more about our program.
The University of South Alabama is an EO/AA employer and does not discriminate on the basis
of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and
gender expression), religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any
other applicable legally protected status.