The Chicago School’s internationalization efforts received a recent boost when the International Council of Psychologists (ICP) chose TCSPP as the location of its home office and secretariat. The partnership is expected to strengthen universal ties with psychologists around the world and increase global opportunities for faculty and students.

The ICP’s mission is to advance psychology and the application of its scientific findings throughout the world. The council builds on its objectives by developing globally focused research and action programs, providing educational opportunities, and sponsoring annual scholarly conferences. In August, Chicago will host the organization’s 68th annual conference, which will focus on the theme of Psychological Values Around the World, and will provide faculty, students, and alumni with the opportunity to attend presentations and workshops, as well as have the chance to network with renowned international psychologists.

As the ICP secretariat, TCSPP will be the central point for all marketing, communications, and administrative operations for the council. This mutually beneficial relationship will allow the school to play a more significant role in the ICP and provide students with access to international affairs fellowships with the secretariat office.

“Our affiliation with ICP represents an ideal partnership for our institution as we continue to grow our international initiatives,” says Emily Brinkmoeller, associate vice president of international initiatives. “The conference will be especially beneficial in that it will bring together elite psychologists from around the world and expose our faculty and students to new perspectives and innovative ideas.”