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  • Professor of Psychology | Department of Psychology | ceynarml@plu.edu | 253-535-7297 | “Remember that Ginger Rogers did everything that Fred Astaire did, but she did it backwards and in high heels” – attributed to Ann Richards I became interested in psychology as an undergraduate at the University of Northern Colorado.

    Michelle L. Ceynar Professor of Psychology Phone: 253-535-7297 Email: ceynarml@plu.edu Office Location: Ramstad Hall - 101 Office Hours: (On Campus) Mon: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm (On Campus) Tue: 9:00 am - 10:30 am (On Campus) Mon - Fri: By Appointment Professional Biography Education Ph.D., Social Psychology, University of Montana, 1996 M.A., Psychology, University of Montana, 1995 B.A., Psychology, University of Northern Colorado, 1992 Areas of Emphasis or Expertise Research pertaining to gender

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  • Visiting Assistant Professor | Department of Psychology | jlindsay@plu.edu | 253-535-7640

    Jennifer Lindsay Visiting Assistant Professor she/her/hers Phone: 253-535-7640 Email: jlindsay@plu.edu Office Location: Ramstad Hall - 107A Office Hours: (On Campus) Tue: 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm (On Campus) Wed: 9:00 am - 11:00 am (On Campus) Mon - Fri: By Appointment Professional Education Ph.D., Psychology, University of California, Irvine, 2012 M.A., Psychology, University of California, Irvine, 2010 B.A., Psychology & Spanish, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, 2004 Areas of Emphasis or Expertise

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  • Associate Professor of Psychology | Department of Psychology | clcook@plu.edu | 253-535-7471 | My research explores how social motives and beliefs (e.g., religious, existential, or social beliefs) influence perceptions of threats and opportunities regarding others in our social environment.

    Corey L. Cook Associate Professor of Psychology Phone: 253-535-7471 Email: clcook@plu.edu Office Location: Ramstad Hall - 111A Status:On Leave Professional Biography Additional Titles/Roles Title IX Formal Process Team Fulbright U.S. Scholar to Germany Education Ph.D., Social Psychology, University of Florida, 2012 M.S., Social Psychology, University of Florida, 2009 B.S., Psychology, Arizona State University, 2005 Areas of Emphasis or Expertise Stereotyping and Prejudice Evolutionary

  • Clinical Instructor of Nursing | School of Nursing | nelsonla@plu.edu | I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Washington State in 2009.

    Lindsey Nelson Clinical Instructor of Nursing Email: nelsonla@plu.edu Professional Biography Education Bachelors , Psychology, Washington State University , 2009 Masters, Nursing , Pacific Lutheran University, 2019 Biography I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Washington State in 2009. I graduated from PLU’s Entry Level of Master’s of Science of Nursing in 2019. Upon graduation I accepted a residency in a Cardiac ICU. After a few years in the ICU, I transitioned to an

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  • Professor of Psychology | Department of Psychology | hansvick@plu.edu | Academic Liaison on the board of Peace and Justice Studies, as well as teaching Peace Psychology. Faculty Director for joint PLU/Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber of Commerce Leadership program. Passion for teaching statistics/research methods, where I approach the classroom as a dynamic social environment and continually strive to create a positive, active learning environment for my students. Current research interests: (1) Cognitive complexity and openness to experience in relation to the liberal arts experience; (2) teaching and learning styles in relation to the challenges of teaching Millennials; and (3) changes in perceptions of cities over time. .

    Christine L. Hansvick Professor of Psychology Email: hansvick@plu.edu Status:Emeritus Professional Biography Education Ph.D., Social Psychology, University of Windsor (Canada), 1977 M.A., Psychology, University of Windsor, 1975 B.Sc., Business Administration, Southwestern Minnesota State University, 1971 Areas of Emphasis or Expertise Statistics and Advanced Research Methods Consumer Psychology Industrial/Organizational Psychology Psychology of Peace Accolades Alumni Achievement Award

  • Associate Director for Training, Licensed Psychologist | Wellbeing Services and Resources | bartonla@plu.edu | 253-535-7206 | A Licensed Psychologist with the State of Washington, Lizz’s background includes work in several university counseling centers, a veteran’s hospital and community mental health centers.

    Elizabeth Barton, Ph.D. Associate Director for Training, Licensed Psychologist she/her Phone: 253-535-7206 Email: bartonla@plu.edu Office Location:Anderson University Center - Room Suite 300 Professional Biography Education Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, Fuller Graduate School of Psychology, 2005 M.A., Theology, Fuller Theological Seminary, 2003 M.A., Clinical Psychology, Fuller Graduate School of Psychology, 2001 B.A., Psychology, Concordia University, 1999 Biography A Licensed Psychologist with

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  • Associate Director for Training, Licensed Psychologist | Counseling Services | bartonla@plu.edu | 253-535-7206 | Lizz is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Washington.  While she has worked in a variety of mental health settings (rural/urban, Veteran’s Administration, Community Mental Health, University Counseling Centers), doing wellbeing work with college students is Lizz’s passion.  Her approach to working with students is collaborative and integrates deep presence, a focus on the specific goals and needs of each individual, and engaging the best matched scientifically-supported interventions to help students move forward in their wellbeing journey.  Lizz often incorporates elements of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), interpersonal, or psychodynamic therapies to match student needs.  She has special interest and training in integrating spirituality in counseling and personal growth. Lizz believes college, while often a challenging time, can provide a unique opportunity for transformation and renewed relationship with self, others, and the world – and that counseling can help students re-define what they want those relationships to be. .

    Dr. Elizabeth Barton, Ph.D. Associate Director for Training, Licensed Psychologist she/her Phone: 253-535-7206 Email: bartonla@plu.edu Office Location: Anderson University Center - Suite 300 Professional Biography Education Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, Fuller Graduate School of Psychology, 2005 M.A., Theology, Fuller Theological Seminary, 2003 M.A., Clinical Psychology, Fuller Graduate School of Psychology, 2001 B.A., Psychology, Concordia University, 1999 Biography Lizz is a Licensed

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  • Professor of Kinesiology | Department of Kinesiology | hackercm@plu.edu | 253-535-7363 | Dr.

    Dr. Colleen Hacker Professor of Kinesiology Phone: 253-535-7363 Email: hackercm@plu.edu Office Location: Olson Auditorium - 108 Website: https://sites.google.com/a/plu.edu/colleen-hacker/ Professional Biography Video Education Ph.D., Exercise and Movement Science, University of Oregon, 1992 M.S., Exercise and Sport Science, University of Arizona, 1980 B.S., Health and Physical Education, Lock Haven University, 1978 Areas of Emphasis or Expertise Sport and Exercise Psychology Performance

  • Mental Health Counseling Intern | Counseling Services | kzagorski@plu.edu | 253-535-7206 | Kyra joins us from Seattle University’s person-centered M.A.

    Kyra Zagorski Mental Health Counseling Intern Phone: 253-535-7206 Email: kzagorski@plu.edu Office Location: Anderson University Center - 300 Professional Biography Education Master of Arts, Psychology, Seattle University, in process Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Loyola University, Chicago, 2020 Books Understanding Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders Chapters 6. The Experience of Embarrassment in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (Nova Science Publishers, Inc. 2020) : View Book

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  • Pre-Doctoral Counseling Intern | Counseling Services | guizare@plu.edu | 253-535-7206 | My name is Evelia Guizar; I am a 4th-year student in the Doctorate in Psychology (PsyD) program at Northwest University in Kirkland, WA. My passion for psychological well-being started early in my teenage years as I navigated the complexity of integrating my cultural identity as a first-generation immigrant.  Before becoming a graduate student, I worked in the field of Logistics, focusing on person-to-person interactions and professional relationships. I believe in a holistic approach to therapy to understand the whole person and how life experiences, environments, and situations impact a person’s well-being.  I embrace and respect diversity in cultural values, which make each client unique in their perspectives and experiences.  I believe that we all experience moments in our lives where a therapeutic relationship helps promote healing and emotional strength as we navigate challenges in our daily life. .

    Evelia Guizar, MA, LMHCA Pre-Doctoral Counseling Intern Phone: 253-535-7206 Email: guizare@plu.edu Office Location: Anderson University Center - 300 Professional Biography Education Doctor of Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Northwest University, Kirkland, in process Master, Counseling Psychology, Northwest University, Kirkland, 2022 Bachelor, Business Administration, DeVry University, Federal Way, 2005 Biography My name is Evelia Guizar; I am a 4th-year student in the Doctorate in Psychology

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