FACULTY
Dr. Candice Mills, Director
Candice Mills is an assistant professor in Psychological Sciences at the University of Texas at Dallas. Dr. Mills earned her bachelor’s degree, summa cum laude, in cognitive neuroscience from the University of Florida, and a Ph.D. in developmental psychology from Yale University.
Dr. Mills’ research explores the development of social cognition: how children evaluate the knowledge and beliefs of others as well as themselves, and what changes over the course of development. Her research incorporates methods and theories from developmental, social, and cognitive psychology, with participant populations spanning from early childhood through adolescence and adulthood. Her previous research in has been published in professional psychological journals as well as discussed in national resources such as the New York Times, Scientific American Mind, and on National Public Radio.
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DOCTORAL STUDENT
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Meridith Grant, M.S., B.A.
Doctoral Student in Developmental Psychology
Joined in Spring 2007. Meridith earned a bachelor of arts in International Relations from Tufts University and a masters of science in Counseling Psychology from the University of North Texas. She hopes to conduct research in cognitive development that assists in informing public policies that benefit developing children. |
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GRADUATE AND UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH TEAM MEMBERS
Rawya Al Jabari
Undergraduate Student
Joined in Summer 2008. Rawya is a senior Psychology major. She volunteers at Richardson Regional Medical Center. She hopes to go on to graduate school in Clinical Psychology to work with both young children and adults with mental health issues. Her goals also include teaching others about mental illnesses. |
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Melinda Archacki-Sutter
Undergraduate Student
Joined in Summer 2008.
Melinda transferred from Collin College where she graduated with her Associates of Art, Magna Cum Laude. She is a senior double majoring in Child Learning and Development as well as Psychology. She is also earning her Teaching Certificate for grades 4-8. A mother of two girls, ages 17 and 19, Melinda's experience with children also includes eleven years of teaching typical and exceptional children. She has also volunteered extensively as a coach, with the Girl Scouts, with the Children's Program through the PTA, and with Angel League. She will pursue graduate studies in Clinical or Developmental Psychology. |
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Samantha Arrington
Undergraduate Student
Joined in Fall 2008. Samantha is a junior double majoring in Psychology and Child Learning and Development. She enjoys working with children and intends to integrate them into her long-term career goals. She hopes to go on to graduate school in Clinical Psychology after graduation. |
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Fadwa Elashi
Undergraduate Student
Joined in Spring 2008. Fadwa is a senior majoring in Child Learning and Development. She has various experiences with children, which include helping improve children’s reading fluency using phonics-based instruction and organizing numerous youth activities. She is currently working on a senior thesis. Fadwa plans to pursue graduate work in clinical psychology and is especially interested child clinical psychology. |
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Amber Karnuth
Undergraduate Student
Joined in Summer 2008. Amber is a Junior Psychology Major. Her experience working with children include coaching gymnastics and competitive cheerleading, directing a Preschool gymnastics program, working in preschools as a teacher’s aide, volunteering at CITY house, and teaching youth cheerleading camps. She plans to apply to graduate school, where she hopes to study counseling or clinical psychology. |
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Spencer Nix
Graduate Student in Psychological Sciences
Joined in Fall 2008. Spencer earned his bachelor's of science degree from Texas A&M University and is currently a master's student in Psychological Science. With four little brothers of his own, he is excited for the opportunity to work with youngsters. Upon graduation he has plans to continue his education as a doctoral candidate. |
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