There are many creative and impactful clubs and societies on Kean University’s campus. The existence of organizations such as these is a testament to the incredible diversity and commitment of the students on campus.

Among the influential and diverse groups at Kean University, is the Psychology Organization (PSY Org.) This organization is dedicated to helping people understand and embrace the field of psychology as a whole.

PSY Org is constructed of approximately 30 students with a wide variety of backgrounds as well as academic majors. This organization is by no means limited to those only majoring in psychology. Students from every department and college at Kean University are welcome to join the PSY Org.

The overall agenda of the organization mostly consists of planning and focusing on upcoming events and opportunities for the organization, such as community service events and other psychology-related activities. PSY Org also prides itself on being able to have in-depth and engaging discussions within the group where all members are able to actively participate. PSY Org is an intellectual experience for individuals from all walks of life.

PSY Org has quite the impressive track record from this school year alone. The individuals from the organization seamlessly conform to dedicate efforts towards whatever cause may presently be at hand.

“This year alone, we collected Christmas donations for the Linden Public Housing Authority, in addition to collaborating with Kean University’s Occupational Therapy Department and their PAR FORE Project, in which we assisted at-risk youth in creating Christmas cards and ornaments,” said Alivia Nufrio, senior psychology major and the Vice President of PSY Org.

PSY Org has already hosted the second PSYCHED 2 Paint event this semester. This event enables members to engage in art therapy such as painting and decorating wooden trays as a creative way to relax and unwind. The event was a great success.

However, PSY Org still has some tricks up its sleeve. There are still two more PSY Org events happening this semester! The organization’s second “Murder Mystery Dinner” will be happening on Wednesday, April 20, 2016, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

“Our Murder Mystery Dinner will be catered and hosted by two professional actors in which roles will be distributed to our members in hopes of finding the mysterious murderer,” explains Nufrio.

PSY Org will also be hosting the organization’s first ever “Escape Room Event” on Saturday, April 16, 2016 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The “Escape Room Event” will consist of 30 people being divided up into two teams who will have to use brain power to solve puzzles and riddles to escape “the room” in under an hour. Tickets for this event are $10 and can be purchased at the Wilkins Theatre Box Office with a completed SAPA form and a valid Kean University Student ID.

There is also a complimentary Applebee’s dinner that is included in the $10 ticket price after the “Escape Room Event!” PSY Org is also participating in fundraising for the Relay for Life event going on at Kean University on Friday, April 1, 2016.

The PSY Org is a sturdy and dedicated organization that certainly makes its presence known throughout campus and the Kean University community.

“The [PSY Org’s] long term goal is to maintain our membership and continue to be an active part in the Kean University [c]ommunity, encouraging students of any major to participate in our mission,” said Nufrio.

The PSY Org functions beautifully as a support system for all of Kean University’s students. The organization is made up of both upperclassmen and lowerclassmen, therefore, the members of the organization value the idea of mentoring one another throughout the trials of college life.

“PSY Org provides a personal, yet comfortable environment for all our members. Therefore, we encourage anyone to come out and join our team!” said Nufrio.

The PSY Org is only one of the great opportunities that have a home on Kean University’s campus. The organization is wide open to any prospective member that wishes to join. For any more information on the PSY Org, one can visit the organization’s Cougar Link page.