• Dr. Jeffrey Liew 2022-present (Interim)
• Dr. Fuhui Tong 2020-2022
• Dr. Shanna Hagan-Burke 2016-2020
• Dr. Victor L. Willson 2008-2016
• Dr. Michael R. Benz 2004-2008
• Dr. Victor L. Willson (Interim) 2003-2004

• Dr. Douglas J. Palmer 1995-2003
• Dr. Patricia Alexander (Interim) 1994-1995
• Dr. Bruce Thompson 1992-1994
• Dr. Michael J. Ash 1984-1992
• Dr. Christopher Borman 1979-1984
• Dr. Arthur J. Roach, Jr. 1971-1979

EPSY has developed a strong national recognition for its research and academics, and has established a high level of collegiality both within the program areas and across the department for its faculty, staff and students.

Strategic Plan

EPSY strives to promote and maintain collaborative teaching and research activity within the department and across the College and University. The 1977 Strategic Plan established a four-fold plan for the college in the areas of international activity, diversity, technology and high impact research and instructional programs.

International Activity

1. Enhance faculty activity in relation to international programs.
2. Increase international learning opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students.
3. Seek additional resources for faculty and students.
4. Seek quality international students to enhance programs.

Technology

1. Improve electronic communication between students and faculty.
2. Increase use of technology in course offerings.
3. Improve access to technology for students and faculty.
4. Increase usage of technology for continuing education.

High Impact Research and Instructional Programs

1. Faculty involvement and documented impact of their instructional, research and service efforts.
2. Increase faculty involvement in extramural funding activities.
3. Accreditation of programs.
4. Increase quality of graduate working in higher education settings in positions of leadership.