On the morning of March 19, 2026, Professor Germán Gutiérrez, President of the International Union of Psychological Science (IUPsyS) and Professor at the National University of Colombia, visited the Department of Psychological and Cognitive Sciences. His visit brought a distinct international perspective and academic momentum to the centenary development of psychology at Tsinghua.
Academic Report: Psychological Science in the Face of Uncertainty
Professor Gutiérrez was invited to deliver an academic report titled "Psychological Science in the Face of Uncertainty". The session was chaired by Professor Chaogan Yan, Professor of the Department of Psychological and Cognitive Sciences and Director of the Tsinghua University Research Center for Culture and Psychology
Key highlights from the report included:
·Global Mission: Addressing the mission and development of psychological science against the backdrop of increasing global uncertainty.
·Societal Reshaping: Noting how climate change, social inequality, and technological shifts are profoundly reshaping the adaptation methods of individuals and societies.
·Sustainable Development: Systematically explaining the unique value of psychology in promoting health and well-being, optimizing education systems, and narrowing social gaps in alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
·Global Governance: Emphasizing that psychological science not only responds to realistic challenges but also provides critical support for global governance and human sustainable development.
Inspection of the Research Center for Culture and Psychology
Following the report, Professor Gutiérrez, accompanied by Professor Chaogan Yan, inspected the Tsinghua University Research Center for Culture and Psychology. The center is rooted in traditional Chinese cultural resources and promotes their deep integration with modern psychology to explore integrated service and research paths for global mental health challenges.
Conclusion and Impact
Professor Gutiérrez expressed his expectation for deeper exchange and cooperation with the IUPsyS Mental Health Working Group in the future.
This visit not only expanded the understanding of faculty and students regarding frontier issues and global responsibilities in psychological science but also highlighted the Department of Psychological and Cognitive Sciences's open posture and commitment to global academic dialogue and knowledge innovation.
