FACULTY - David C. Matz
Associate Professor, Chair
“Experience tells me that if an instructor is excited about the material he or she is presenting, students are more likely to take an interest and put forth the effort needed to learn the material. It is easy for me to be enthusiastic in the classroom because I am passionate about the field of psychology and genuinely enjoy teaching.”
“The Psychology Department at Augsburg is a warm, vibrant community of students and faculty. We place an emphasis on the science of psychology, which allows students to develop critical thinking skills that will aid them in their eventual career. The faculty are dedicated to mentoring students so that they are personally, practically and intellectually prepared for life after Augsburg.”
David makes a point of getting to know students early on, developing an understanding of their strengths and weaknesses as well as their aspirations. That enables him to provide extra support for students who need it and extra challenges for those students who excel.
“By developing a personal connection with each of my students I am better able to provide them with the opportunities needed to succeed at Augsburg and beyond. I push students to challenge themselves just as I push myself. I am committed to teaching excellence and have a strong desire to continue to teach students, and also to learn from them.”