Dr. Lamer earned her Ph.D. in Social, Affective, and Cognitive Psychology from the University of Denver.  Prior to that, she earned her B.A. in Psychology with a certificate in Public Policy and Community Action from Connecticut College. Her primary research interest is in examining the ways that social inequity develops and is maintained in sociocultural environments. Outside of research, she enjoys playing with her two cats, playing volleyball, and gardening. CV  Contact  Google Scholar ResearchGate  

Darla is a fifth-year doctoral student who earned her B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Critical Sexualities Studies from Rutgers University. She is interested in how stereotypes and cognitive biases influence prejudice and discrimination towards individuals based on their gender, race, and sexual orientation. She is particularly interested in how outgroup member’s perceptions of intermediate groups (bisexual/pansexual, transgender/non-binary, and biracial individuals) influences how they disclose their identities in different social contexts. Darla is also interested in interpersonal, legal, and health implications of prejudice towards LGBTQ+ people.  CV  Contact   Google Scholar

Gillian is a third-year doctoral student with a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Tennessee Knoxville. She is interested in studying the development of racial and gender stereotypes, along with the role identity plays in shaping people's perception of social information. Specifically, she is interested in applied and intervention-based work aimed to reduce bias within contexts such as leadership and media. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, spending time with her cat, and discovering new music. CV  Contact Google Scholar ResearchGate

Megan Ruskey is a second-year doctoral student who has earned a B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies from Rutgers University. She is interested in how stereotypes about social groups can impact how those groups are arranged in space. In particular, she is focused on studying how the Spatial Agency Bas influences the arrangement of people of various races. She is also interested in stereotypes regarding women and the LGBTQ+ community. In her free time, she enjoys thrifting, reading, and supporting Philadelphia sports teams.  CV  Contact

Clara is a senior undergraduate student majoring in Psychology with minors in Child and Family Studies and Neuroscience. She is interested in studying how prejudice develops in children and how social norm information impacts people's behavior. After graduation, she plans to pursue research in social developmental psychology. Outside of the lab, she loves to explore nature, cook new things, and hang out with her cat.

​Myrsine graduated with her BA in psychology and HDFS. She is currently taking a gap year to gain more experience before applying to clinical psychology PhD programs. She is interested in working with children and expanding her knowledge of research & experimental methods. In her free time, she enjoys watching movies with her roommates, trying new recipes, and spending time with her kitten.

Barrett is a third year undergraduate student at UT majoring in Psychology. He is hoping to pursue a PhD in Clinical Psychology post-undergrad, with a current focus on how the environment an individual is raised in affects mental health outcomes. In his free time, he enjoys rock climbing, oil painting, and reading.

Kiley is a third year undergraduate student studying Psychology with a minor in Hispanic Studies. She aspires to work in Industrial Organizational Psychology post-grad and earn her Masters. Kiley is interested in studying workplace behaviors and perceptions and their impact on job fulfillment and wellbeing. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her dog, singing, and yoga.

Julia is a third year undergraduate student at UT majoring in psychology with a pre-medical focus. She is interested in research because she will be working one on one with people, so it is important to understand their behaviors and attitudes. After UT, she plans to attend medical school for oncology. In her free time, she likes to be outside with friends and family. 

Alexandria is a second-year undergraduate student studying Psychology with a minor in Art History. She plans to earn her doctorate in Psychology with her primary research interest in the relationship between development and the integration of the arts into everyday learning and life. Alexandria seeks to improve the quality of learning through research-supported programs in the future.

Madeline is a second year undergraduate student majoring in Psychology. She is interested in multiple research aspects, including how individuals understand nonverbal cues, such as facial expressions, body language, and tone, to gain insight and communicate with others. After undergrad, she plans to pursue a Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, hoping to make a positive impact on individuals and communities. In her free time, she enjoys running and reading.

Meg Fink is a third-year undergraduate student majoring in Therapeutic Recreation with a minor in Psychology. She is passionate about health and wellness, with a specific interest in promoting minority wellbeing in the workplace. After undergrad, Meg plans to pursue a Ph.D. in Industrial Psychology. In her free time she enjoys yoga, writing, and thrifting clothes. 

Riley is a third-year undergraduate student majoring in Neuroscience and minoring in American Sign Language. She is interested in various areas of research and hopes to one day research neurodegenerative diseases to develop treatments and cures. After undergrad, Riley plans to attend medical school and continue studying neurology. Riley is also a member of the Pride of the Southland marching band, Chancellor Honors Ambassador, and Resident Assistant.

I am a third-year undergraduate student majoring in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology with a minor in Child and Family Studies. I am especially interested in studying psychology and understanding neurological mechanisms, to learn how they can impact individuals daily. After graduation, I am planning to attend medical school for an MD. In my free time, I enjoy pilates, lake days, and spending time with my friends!

I am a third-year student pursuing a bachelor's in psychology with an emphasis in performance. I want to know about all aspects of a person's life and how it can affect their ability to perform well. After UT, I plan to get my master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and my "dream" career would be to work with student-athletes in college. I like to hang out with my friends, family, and my dog Ted in my free time as well as kayaking, crocheting, reading, and binge-watching mystery shows. (Stephen Graham is my favorite right now)

William Komada is a second-year student studying Human Factors Engineering. He is interested in how psychological and physiological limitations may affect the design of systems and machines for safe, comfortable and effective human use. After college his dream is to join NASA’s Artemis project and design the shuttles and habitats that astronauts will live in on the moon and mars. In his spare time, Will likes to rock climb, play video games, and make coffee. https://scholars.utk.edu/archives/people/william-komada/

Aden is a senior undergraduate student majoring in Psychology with a minor in Business Administration. He is interested in research and clinical work with children and young adults facing significant psychological challenges, including trauma and comorbid disorders. After graduation, he plans to pursue a Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, weightlifting, and serving as an ambassador for the College of Arts and Sciences.

Brooke Ion is a Tennessee native and a current junior student at the University of Tennessee Knoxville, where she double majors in Psychology and WGS, with a minor in Neuroscience. She is the current co-president of Planned Parenthood Generation Action at UTK as well as Sexual Empowerment and Awareness at Tennessee. When not in class or meetings, Brooke enjoys reading, hiking, and spending time with animals–even if they are not her own.