F. Elaine Donelson Chair of Psychology and Religion
Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology
Rhodes College
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Current Research Assistants
Jessie Poulter
Jessie a sophomore Neuroscience major (Psychology minor) at Rhodes. She is a member of the women’s soccer team and an international student from London. Her long-term goal is to advance research on neurodegenerative diseases (e.g., Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s). Currently, Jessie is assisting with a study examining gender, sexuality, and post-breakup distress.
Lucy Paul
Lucy is a freshman Biology and English major (Psychology minor) on the pre-Med track at Rhodes. She is interested in the progression of relationships in older age and hopes to pursue a joint MD/PhD program after graduation. Currently, Lucy is assisting with a study examining infidelity and mate guarding behaviors.
Sophia Nappi
Sophia is a senior Psychology major (Creative Writing minor) at Rhodes. She aims to become a Clinical Psychologist, integrating attachment-based approaches to healing intergenerational trauma with comprehensive psychological assessment. Currently, Sophia is leading a cross-cultural study examining how sexual orientation predicts female mate preferences.
Hira Janjua
Hira is a sophomore Psychology major (Health Equity minor) on the pre-med track at Rhodes. She aims to be a physician, and hopes to integrate psychological research and health equity work to inform more just and effective healthcare practices. Currently, Hira is assisting with the design of a longitudinal study of couples.
Eva Schillinger
Eva is a senior at FSU whose research interests focus on the cultural and evolutionary influences shaping relationship dynamics, with a particular focus on addressing gaps in the study of minority groups. She plans to pursue a Ph.D. in Social Psychology. Currently, Eva is leading a study at the intersection of sexual orientation and post-breakup distress.
Elijah Gardiner
Elijah is an undergraduate student at FSU studying Psychology and Social Work. He is interested in pursuing a PhD in Clinical Psychology where he intends to research PTSD and associated factors. Currently, Elijah is leading an encyclopedia entry about attractiveness and relationship satisfaction.
Angie Ojeda
Angie is a senior at FSU who is interested in learning more about the psychology of women's hormones, specifically how they shape romantic relationships. Her goal is to pursue a Ph.D. in Psychology. Currently, Angie is assisting with manuscript revision and the design of a longitudinal study of couples.