Ally Padilla, President
Hi everyone! I’m Ally and I am a junior Psychology major and HDFS minor. I currently work as a research assistant in Dr. Alexandra Garr-Schultz’s DIBS Lab and Dr. Crystal Park’s SMH Lab. After I graduate I plant to pursue a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology. In my free time I like to read, watch movies and hang out with my friends!
Sophia Nocera, Vice President
Hi everyone! My name is Sophia Nocera. I’m a junior double majoring in Psychological Sciences and Human Development and Family Sciences. I’ve previously worked at Jumpstart, which is a community outreach program that equips preschoolers with the necessary social-emotional, language, and literacy skills needed to succeed in Kindergarten and beyond. This summer I will be working as an intern for Jordan Porco, a nonprofit organization that promotes mental health and prevents suicide. After graduation, I plan to pursue a graduate degree in social work in which I will become an LCSW and help improve individual’s mental health. In my free time, I enjoy reading, exercising, and hanging out with friends!
Einin Frost, Secretary
Hi! My name is Einin Frost and I am a Psychology major with a HDFS minor! After graduation, I plan to apply to the UConn School of Social Work for my masters and then go on to work as a Child Care Specialist! In my free time I enjoy watching movies with friends, going on walks with my dogs, and going on drives while blasting my favorite music!
Emily Sullivan, Treasurer
Hi! My name is Emily Sullivan and I am a junior from Bourne, MA majoring in Psychological Sciences and Sociology with a minor in Crime and Justice. I currently work as a Child Care Assistant in the UConn Psychological Sciences Clinic, am a Research Assistant in Dr. Smith's Social and Emotional Development Lab, and a Peer Advisor in the Undergrad Psych Advising Office. I am also an intern in the Experiential Learning Program for the CT Judicial Branch's Office of Victim Services. In my free time I like to read, watch Boston/UConn sports, and spend time with my friends and family!
Courtney Pizza, Media Coordinator
Hi everyone! My name is Courtney Pizza, and I am a junior from New Jersey majoring in Psychological Sciences with a minor in Human Development and Family Sciences. I currently work as a Research Assistant in Dr. Suanda's Communication and Development Lab. After graduation, I plan on pursuing a graduate degree in Counseling and hope to become a licensed counselor in the future. In addition to Psi Chi, I am an active participant in HuskyTHON on campus. In my free time, I enjoy working out, hanging out with my friends, reading a book, and binging tv shows!