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


Mary Ellen Gass

Ms. Mary Ellen Gass 
Office Administrator

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

Robin Vansacik

Ms. Robin Vansacik
Senior Academic Advisor

Phone: (217) 206-6695
Email: rvans3@uis.edu
Office: BRK 484


Jackson Manfredo

Mr. Jackson D. Manfredo
Graduate Assistant
Graduate Program: Human Development Counseling

Phone: (217) 206-8234
Email: jmanf2@uis.edu
Office: UHB 3134


Isabella Drum

Ms. Isabella Drum
Student Representative

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

My name is Isabella (Izzy) Drum and I am a senior psychology major here at UIS. I have always had a strong passion for psychology, and I am especially interested in mental health advocacy for those who struggle with substance use disorders, chronic homelessness, and domestic abuse. I am excited to be this year's student representative and I look forward to being a voice for my fellow students and helping them be as successful as possible this academic year.

Email: idrum2@uis.edu


Erica Atterberry

Ms. Erica Atterberry
Diversity, Inclusion, and Social Justice Committee Student Member

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. Atterberry if you are a student and would like to share information with the Psychology Department. Here is some information about Ms. Atterberry:

I am from Jacksonville, Illinois and a Psychology major here at UIS. I am excited to work with all students and utilizing my leadership and mentor skills. I plan to become a Guidance Counselor after completing my master's degree.

Email: eatte2@uis.edu