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Principal Investigator
Cameron S. Kay, PhD
Cameron Kay (he/him) is a visiting assistant professor in the psychology department at Union College. Before joining Union College, Cameron completed a PhD in psychology with a specialization in quantitative research methods at the University of Oregon and a BA in psychology at the University of British Columbia. He enjoys producing music, playing board games, watching movies, skiing, and playing soccer.
Thesis Advisee / Research Assistant
Natalia Garcia Moreno
Class of 2024
My name is Natalia Garcia Moreno and I’m from Chile. I’m majoring in Psychology. I’m also a Seward Fellow with an organizing theme minor of Gender Studies and Psychology. My research will focus on: “The Thin Ideal, Lack of Training in Medical Professionals and their Effect in Eating Disorder Diagnoses”. On-campus I’m the treasurer of AAUW (American Association of University Women) and the Public Relations chair of LASO (Latin American Student Organization). I’m also a peer mentor in the Body Project and a member of Kappa Delta PhiNas. After Union, I plan to get a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and be a therapist.
Thesis Advisee / Research Assistant
Ian Gray
Class of 2024
My name is Ian Gray and I’m a psychology major from Allendale, New Jersey. On campus I’m the Vice President of the Pre-Health Society, Peer Mentor for The Body Project, and Co-Volunteer Coordinator for the Red Cross Club. My primary interest in the field is in the clinical domain and I hope to offer this perspective to the lab. My previous research experience has been in pediatric psychology in the Child and Family Wellness Lab where I was responsible for gathering scales related to emotion regulation. After graduation, I plan on completing a pre-medical post-baccalaureate program in order to attend medical school where I intend on specializing in psychiatry.
Independent Study Student
Trishikha Kiran Rao
Class of 2025
My name is Trishikha Kiran Rao and I am originally from India. I am a Junior majoring in Psychology with a minor in Law and Humanities. I have previously done research centered around learning, metacognition and creativity and am currently working on a project focusing on body image and eye tracking. My independent study with Prof. Kay will focus on the association between narcissism with gaslighting and Intimate Partner Violence (IPV).
Last updated: October 3rd, 2023.