My name is Malena Amador (pronounce), and I am a first-year psychology major at KSU. I love all things related to the brain and human behavior, as well as forensics and criminology. I hope to become some sort of forensic psychologist or neuroscientist in my future. I love working hands-on and I am so excited to be participating in this lab!

Kadidja Diaby (pronounce) is an upcoming second-year PhD student in international conflict management at Kennesaw State University. Kadidja is an aspiring scholar, political theorist and educator. After graduation, she plans on becoming a foreign affairs analyst for the UN and becoming a professor. Kadidja is committed to using her research skills to help reduce domestic and global inequalities against marginalized communities. Outside of her studies, she enjoys dancing, boxing, singing, drawing, yoga, writing, and playing instruments.

Abigail Dingess (pronounce) is a psychology major and data science and analytics minor at Kennesaw State University. She will pursue a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology after graduation. Abigail works in behavioral health and intends on starting a rural treatment center for eating disorders as a Clinical Psychologist. They spend their spare time enjoying the outdoors with their two dogs, Dexter and Murphy.

Hello, my name is Chloe Duckworth. I'm from Atlanta, Georgia. I'm a junior at Kennesaw State University majoring in integrated health sciences. I aspire to work in healthcare administration/informatics upon graduation. I love going on hikes and spending time with friends and family. I am very excited to work with Danica and the SPAIR LAB team this year!

My name is Courtney Everett (pronounce), and I am a Psychology major with a double minor in Statistics and Data Analytics and Child Advocacy Studies. I enjoy reading, writing, listening to music, and learning new things related to the field of psychology. My dream goal is to become a licensed School Psychologist. I am very excited to be part of this research lab!

Carolyne Halfon (pronounce) is a UGA 2023 B.S graduate in psychology and studio art. After working as a RA for two years, she plans to pursue a PhD in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. For her graduate studies, she is particularly interested in investigating more into personality and anxiety disorders, racial and sexual minorities mental health disparities, artistic expressions and physical activities impact on mental health, and false memories and memory processes. Outside of academia, she spends time with her 3 dogs and enjoys painting, basketball, and photography.

My name is Destiny, and I am a senior at KSU with majors in Psychology and Black Studies. I am an aspiring clinical psychologist, educator, and author. One of my goals is to repair the relationship between ethnic minority communities and the mental healthcare system. In addition to my Undergraduate Research Assistant position at KSU, I volunteer at the mental health organization, HeartSupport. I have also published a mental health article for Supportiv's Identity collection. In my free time, I run a book club called Booklovers R' Us, write novels and poetry, as well as paint.

Adria Pierce (she/her) (Pronounce) is a senior at KSU majoring in psychology with a minor in data science and analytics. She plans on getting a Masters degree in Counseling Psychology after she graduates, followed by a PhD in Gender Studies. Her main goal is to conduct research that furthers the literature in feminist studies with an emphasis on sexuality, hegemonic masculinity, and the effects of misogyny on women. She also wants to specialize in sexual health and sex-positive education focused on people with uteruses. Outside of her studies, she enjoys working out, spending time in nature and playing card games with her friends.

Hey ! My name is Hiba Rana (pronounce) and I’m a senior here at KSU studying biology with a concentration in pre-medicine. I’m excited to be apart of SPAIR Lab this year and to aid in collectively advancing knowledge in the realm of social psychology with my team. In my free-time, you can either find me at a local coffee shop, parading farmers markets, and or unfortunately studying.