Students & Mentorship
Whether you are just beginning your journey in psychology or continuing to grow as a professional, having access to the right opportunities and connections can make all the difference.
The Kentucky Psychological Foundation is dedicated to supporting psychology students and professionals through mentorship, educational programs, and career development resources that help you build skills, expand your network, and advance with confidence. From mentorship programs that connect students across experience levels to conferences, scholarships, and professional development opportunities, this page brings together meaningful ways to learn, connect, and thrive within Kentucky’s psychology community.
STUDENT MENTORSHIP
The KPF Student Mentorship program offers psychology students in Kentucky the opportunity to expand their skillsets, network with others and build their community, and gain the confidence to succeed wherever their journey takes them.
Launched in the Spring of 2021 this program aims to match graduate students with undergraduate or post-bac students interested in pursuing advanced degrees in psychology. This program promotes diversity in program applicants and helps graduate students develop mentorship and leadership skills. We see immense value in connecting students from across various experience levels and regions of Kentucky as we move into an increasingly virtual space.
COMING SOON!
Kentucky Psychology Student Conference
Empowering Voices, Fostering Connection, and Building Community
The Kentucky Psychology Student Conference provides a fun, exciting, and unique opportunity for graduate and undergraduate psychology students across Kentucky to:
- Present their research in juried competitions.
- Network with faculty from Universities across Kentucky with diverse areas of focus.
- Participate in workshops that help them develop practical skills they can use on their academic and professional journeys.
- Connect, socialize, and network with fellow Kentucky psychology students.
The 2027 KPSC will be held in the spring, dates TBD.
Equity-in-Action Awards
Every year the Kentucky Psychological Foundation honors two recipients with a Multicultural Professional Development Award at the KPA Annual Convention.
Categories:
- Equity-in-Action Professional Development Award
- Equity-in-Action Student Professional Development Award
MORE INFO FOR THE 2026 AWARDS COMING SOON!
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Your support helps expand access to mental health care across Kentucky.