Research

Our faculty and graduate students conduct both basic and applied research. Research is conducted with college samples, community samples, school samples, and samples from health and medical facilities among others. Some illustrative research includes research on how affective states influence judgments of the self, the role of mindfulness in psychological well-being, attitude formation and prejudice reduction, cultural variables and HIV and substance abuse prevention, and the role of interpersonal respect in relationships. For detailed information about each faculty member’s research programs, please visit the faculty page of our Web site.

The social graduate program stresses research training above all other goals. From entry into the program until exit, students work with faculty and more advanced students on research projects. Moreover, as full members of the research community students are expected to attend department and university research presentations, publish research, and make presentations at region and national conventions.