Contact Us

Psychology Department
University Hall Building, MS 3144
University of Illinois Springfield
One University Plaza
Springfield, Illinois 62703-5407

Phone: (217) 206-6696
Email: psy@uis.edu


Chrissy Benoit

Ms. Chrissy Benoit
Academic Advisor

Phone: (217) 206-8405
Email: cbeno2@uis.edu
Office: BRK 475D

Robin Vansacik

Ms. Robin Vansacik
Online Coordinator

Phone: (217) 206-6695
Email: rvans3@uis.edu
Office: BRK 475B


Mary Ellen Gass

Ms. Mary Ellen Gass
Office Administrator

Phone: (217) 206-6696
Email: psy@uis.edu
Office: UHB 3144

Jackson Manfredo

Mr. Jackson D. Manfredo
Graduate Assistant

Phone: (217) 206-8234
Email: jmanf2@uis.edu
Office: UHB 3133


Rea Consulta

Ms. Rea Consulta
Student Representative for the Psychology Department

The student representative attends Psychology Department faculty meetings and is the “voice” of psychology majors and minors. You are welcome to contact Ms. Consulta if you are a student and would like to share information with the Psychology Department. Here is some information about Ms. Consulta:

"My name is Rea Consulta, a transfer student majoring in Psychology at UIS, and I’m excited to serve as your psychology student representative this year. I have always been a strong advocate for mental health and I am passionate about creating an inclusive and supportive environment within our department. Feel free to share any ideas or concerns—I’m here to help and advocate for resources to enhance our experience. Together, we can make this year a success."

Email: rcons@uis.edu


Michaela Walczer

Ms. Michaela Walczer
Student Member of the Diversity, Inclusion, and Social Justice Committee

The student member of the Diversity, Inclusion, and Social Justice Committee works with Psychology faculty to advocate for issues related to equity and social justice. You are welcome to contact Ms. Walczer if you are a student and would like to share information with the Psychology Department. Here is some information about Ms. Walczer:

"My name is Michaela Walczer and I am a senior majoring in psychology at the University of Illinois Springfield. I currently work at a private therapy practice and plan to become a counselor one day. I am a student passionate about equality and invested in social justice. I believe that demographic factors can heavily influence psychology and should be taken into account when making important educational decisions."

Email: mwalc2@muis.edu