Academic Status: Fourth year, Psychology major
Research Interests: I am interested in interpersonal relationships, mental health, and the psychological processes that influence communication and behavior. I am particularly interested in understanding how social and relational factors impact emotional well-being.
Pronouns: She/her
Hometown: Akron, OH
What does "Empowerment" mean to you?: Feeling not only validated in ones experiences and identity factors, but also supported in addressing them.
Academic Status: Fourth year, Nursing and Psychology Major, Forensic Studies Minor, Certificates in Addiction Services and At-Risk Youth
Research Interests: My research interests center around the long-term psychological consequences of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and sexual violence. I am interested in how traumatic experiences alter neurological function and contribute to the development of trauma-and-stressor related disorders in individuals.
Pronouns: She/her
Hometown: Columbus, OH
What does "Empowerment" mean to you?: To me, "Empowerment" means reclaiming control, as well as one's voice, in the aftermath of trauma. It reflects the ability and capacity of survivors to redefine their narratives on their own terms.
Academic Status: Fourth year, Psychology major
Research Interests:I am interested in prevention and intervention programming, gender-based violence, and trauma-informed care.
Pronouns: She/they
Hometown: Norton, OH
Academic Status: Third year, Psychology Major, Women's Studies Minor
Research Interests: I am interested in Intimate Partner Violence, Mother + Child Bonding and Relationships, Postpartum Depression, Maternal Health, Women's Mental Health, Perinatal Mental Health, and Support Systems.
Pronouns: She/her
Hometown: Wadsworth, OH
What does "Empowerment" mean to you?: To me, empowerment is an individual or community, gaining strength and autonomy over their lives and rights. This is important to me, because I want my actions through research to help support and navigate women's experiences while finding new interventions and aid in resilience.
Academic Status: Second year, Psychology major
Research Interests:I am interested in intimate partner violence and gender-based violence, particularly within African American communities
Pronouns: She/her
Hometown: Columbus, OH