Psychologist as department chair.

Describes the roles and functions of the chair of a department of psychology and presents an autobiographical sketch of the author's career decisions that led to her current administrative position in a university department. The value of psychological training in such a position is considered, and some of the rewards and frustrations experienced in this role are discussed. (2 ref) (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)