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Department of Psychology

Psi Chi Club

All psychology students are encouraged to join one or more psychology-related clubs (e.g., ABA club, School Psychology club). Those who qualify for Psi Chi (see requirements below) are encouraged to join the honors society. All psychology students regardless of their official Psi Chi memebrship status are encouraged and welcomed to attend events and/or volunteer in helping organize events. 

Psi Chi

Mission: Founded in 1929, Psi Chi aims to encourage excellence in scholarship and advance the science of psychology. It recognizes academic achievement and offers a platform for furthering psychological science.

Eligibility for Undergraduate Students:

  • Completed at least 3 semesters of coursework
  • Completed at least 9 units of psychology courses at Fresno State (Note: For transfer students, all 9 units must be taken at Fresno State which can often be completed within one semester)
  • Earned a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3
  • Earned a minimum 3.0 GPA in psychology courses

Eligibility for Graduate Students:

  • Minimum overall GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale in graduate courses

To join Psi Chi, follow these three steps:

  1. Fill out the Psi Chi Membership Application.
  2. Complete this form so that Psi Chi's faculty advisor can confirm your eligibility. This form is checked at the beginning of every month, so if you submit after the first of the month, you will have to wait until next month for your eligibility to be confirmed.
  3. Pay your dues after receiving a payment link from Psi Chi's office (you will have one month to pay the dues after receiving the payment link).
    • Cost: $60 directly paid to Psi Chi's international office for a lifetime membership.

Contact, Events, and Resources:

2025-2026 Officers

Faculty advisor: Dr. Farin Bakhtiari is the new faculty adviser. Dr. Mike Botwin has been a devoted adviser for many years, and he will continue as an Emeritus Adviser.
Title Name
President Makayla Payne
Vice President Guisel Santos Ramirez
Treasurer Madelyn Hernandez
Secretary Brandi Holcomb
Student-Faculty Liaison Negin Tabatabaei
Webmaster Baleria Samano
Social Media Voice/Ambassador Grecia Gallardo
Historian Keanu Xayaphonesongkham