Undergraduate Students

Current Undergraduate Students

Sophie Baird

Major: Psychology

I am an undergraduate student studying Psychology with a certificate in Classical Studies. I have previously worked with children with ADHD and other behavioral disorders in an intensive therapeutic program. I intend to pursue a Doctorate in Psychology in School Psychology, where I can continue my passion for working with children to help them develop coping skills, improve emotional regulation, and achieve success in school. In my free time, I enjoy running by the lake and playing guitar!

Ethan Blum

Major: Psychology

Ever since I was a child, I have been very interested in both social and developmental psychology. I find it fascinating how so many seemingly insignificant factors in one’s life can drastically affect how a person thinks and reacts in a certain situation. I hope to learn more about what leads to these differences and how it impacts emotional well-being. As well as learn how to help those individuals who deal with mental disorders. 

Noel Brusnahan

Major: Psychology

As a psychology major aspiring to become a psychiatrist, I am passionate about understanding how childhood development shapes resilience, particularly in managing stress and deriving a sense of self. I want to learn evidence-based ways that alter a person’s life for the better. When I am not studying, I enjoy cooking, badminton, and sharing conversations about good books over good coffee. 

Will Bush

Major: Neurobiology and Education Policy

I am studying Neurobiology and Education Policy. I’m excited to be joining the Child Emotion Lab and begin contributing to the valuable work that takes place here. I’m interested in how neuroscience and psychology can be used to inform policy, especially related to children’s health and development.

Anna Eisenegger

Major: Psychology

I am currently an undergraduate studying psychology, and I am specifically interested in psychopathology and child development. I have prior experience working with children through babysitting, tutoring, and mentoring. In my free time, I like listening to music, reading, and spending time with friends and family. I hope to attend graduate school to study clinical psychology, with the goal of eventually working as a child psychologist. 

Alyson Holub

Major: Pre-Nursing

I am an undergraduate aspiring Nursing student with a certificate in Global Health. After college, I aspire to work in psychiatric or pediatric nursing. I have always loved working with children, whether it be as a counselor or volunteering. I am interested in how children process difficult experiences like grief, and how they manage feelings of social anxiety or depression. Outside of academics, I enjoy listening to music, working out, and baking. 

Payton Fuller

Major: Psychology

I am majoring in Psychology with a certificate in Studio Art. I am fascinated by the intersection of art and psychology and hope to one day combine that with my interest in child psychology. After graduation, I aspire to attend graduate school and earn my PhD in clinical psychology. Outside of academics, I enjoy reading, traveling, and baking!

Sophie Huddlestun

Major: Psychology

I am currently an undergraduate studying Psychology. In the future, my goal is to pursue a Doctorate in Psychology and do clinical work with children and adolescents. In my free time, I love to cook, run, play board games, and spend time with my dog Gordie.

Nessa Mathew

Major: Psychology

I am excited to be a part of the lab and start exploring the realm of research. I am interested in the interplay between clinical psychology and children’s development. It’s fascinating to see how children start with knowing nothing about the world and are able to develop into functional human beings. I want to learn more about what makes it so that some children are able to develop effectively and others face struggles and what influences in a child’s life course affect their mental well-being. Understanding the foundations of how children develop will allow us to create better programs to support their health. I hope to work with children in the future as a clinical psychologist and help them to navigate these struggles. 

Michael Montgomery

Major: Biology & Psychology

I’m majoring in biology and psychology. I love spending time with kids and am planning on going into medicine. I’ve been fascinated with science for years, and after my first psych class,  I’m realizing more and more that the people I’d help are just as interesting as the medicine itself. I’m looking to find that middle ground and learn more in the process. In my free time, I love hanging out with friends, being by the water, playing guitar, and writing/listening to music.

Lauren Rosmarin

Major: Psychology & Statistics

I am an undergraduate student studying psychology and statistics. Following graduation, I am hoping to go to graduate school and receive my PhD in clinical child psychology, where I would be able to go on to become a child psychologist. I am incredibly passionate about mental health and love working with kids. I have spent the majority of my life working with kids through teaching dance, teaching preschool, and babysitting.

Clara Sainz Prats

Major: Psychology & Neurobiology

My name is Clara Sainz Prats and I am an international student from Barcelona, Spain. I am a junior majoring in psychology and neurobiology who’s deeply interested in the intersection of both. In my free time I like to read mystery novels, bake fruit pies for my roommates, and go on runs. I look forward to furthering my education on psychology research through the Child Emotion Lab.

Hailey Sullivan

Major: Psychology

I am majoring in Psychology with a certificate in Education and Educational Services. I am primarily interested in the interaction between children’s early life adversities and the development of psychopathology. I am striving towards graduate school focused on the clinical and developmental pathway with my end goal aiming to improve treatments and support for children’s overall emotional well-being.

Jovana Todorovski

Major: Psychology

I am an undergraduate psychology student with a strong interest in developmental psychology, particularly working with children. I enjoy learning about emotional development and am passionate about gaining hands-on research experience in this area. Outside of academics, I love to travel, cook, and spend time with family and friends. I am very excited to be joining the Child Emotions Lab!

Gabriella Waldron

Major: Psychology & Neurobiology

I am an undergraduate student studying psychology and neurobiology. Following years of working with kids, I have become very interested in the intersection between school psychology and developmental psychology, and the impact caregivers and parents have on children’s development. After college, I plan to attend graduate school to further my studies in these areas. Outside of school, I enjoy reading, nature walks, and watching sitcoms..

Amber Weiss

Major: Psychology & Human Development and Family studies

I could not be more excited to be a part of this team since psychology has always been a passion of mine. Outside of the lab, I enjoy running, group fitness classes, grabbing coffee and shopping with friends, and binging sitcoms. My goal is to work as a behavioral scientist in the future and I am so thankful for this job opportunity because it gives me the experience that I need to be successful in the future!

Hannah Weissman

Major: Psychology

I am particularly interested in neuropsychology, specifically how the brain affects behavior and learning in children. After completing my bachelor’s degree, I hope to pursue a doctorate in clinical psychology with a focus in neuropsychology. Outside of my academics, I enjoy spending time with my friends and family, traveling, and cooking.

Audriana Zeuske

Major: Psychology