Current Research:
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Two other projects that I am working on are

What made you choose to (or want to) work in this particular lab?
I was placed in this lab because my interests surround post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), although that is not the focus of this lab, we do examine the negative effects of dating violence which encompasses PTSD. Later I would like to examine the effects of PTSD among government agents, such as FBI agents, police officers, military personal, etc.

What do you like about working in the lab?
I enjoy the plethora of data that can be analyzed freely. The professors in this lab really challenge its members to go above and beyond. We are constantly setting and meeting research goals. We are expected to frequent conventions where we are encouraged to present data we as a lab have gathered. We are also expected to write up potential manuscripts for each poster we present, this is a plus when preparing for doctoral programs. There are plenty of opportunities in the Dating Violence lab you just have to seize those opportunities that you believe will facilitate growth within you as a researcher

What in particular about your experience in this lab do you think would be especially attractive to other students seeking a lab placement?
Students who want opportunities to grow as a researcher would enjoy this lab for its extensive data sets, frequent convention attendance, opportunities to present data and generate manuscripts and mostly because you will be surrounded by others who want to be challenged and who want to put forth the work that facilitates success, not only during this juncture of life, but throughout your future.

What are your future plans?
I am aiming for a Clinical Psychology PhD because I want to pursue a career administering psychological tests and assessing the test outcomes and in addition I want to be able to assess the test taker and recommend follow up actions. For instance, I would love to work for the government and assess law enforcement agents or military personnel before and after they have experienced trauma or traumatic experiences. I do not want to provide the therapy but I would like to be the first to see them post trauma and then be the one who recommends what follow up therapy or program needs to be fulfilled. I would basically do intake, testing and assessment then make recommendations. I love analyzing and writing up research data, so I would also do research on the psychological well being of these government employees after they have experienced trauma and examine the effectiveness of treatments.

If you have any questions you can contact me by e-mail at kimb@tkevents.com

Current Research:
I’m currently a child and family development major. I’m interested in working with children, adolescents, and families later on in my career as a marriage and family therapist. I thought this was a good way to learn about an issue that hasn’t been looked at in depth. I am also looking to get experience in the research field.

What made you choose to (or want to) work in this particular lab?
I had a particularly difficult time getting classes in the Spring of 2007 semester, so I needed the units, plus the connections I'm making and the things I'm learning will be very beneficial to my continued career as a student and eventually graduate.

What do you like about working in the lab?
While working in the lab I love learning about how to conduct research projects. I’m also able to build great relationships with my classmates and professors .

What in particular about your experience in this lab do you think would be especially attractive to other students seeking a lab placement?
I like the fact that students are able to worked with experienced researchers. Environment is set in a way where we are able to ask questions and get personal direction.

What are your future plans?
My future plans are to go to graduate school for my Masters in Counseling.

Current Research:
Examining exposure to violence, depression and teen relationship violence in Mexican Adolescence: A Mediation model.

What made you choose to (or want to) work in this particular lab?
I wanted to attend graduate school to pursue my doctorate in clinical psychology and I was advised by my mentors that getting research experience would be the best way to make myself a competitive applicant.

What do you like about working in the lab?
My favorite aspect of working in the lab is being able to work with professors and being able to bounce ideas of them and getting positive feed back on future projects that I may want to pursue.

What in particular about your experience in this lab do you think would be especially attractive to other students seeking a lab placement?
My mentors offer a lot of opportunities to get relevant experiences in a research lab that most students may not get working in another lab. I have done more talks, poster presentations and gone to more conferences in 8 months than many do in years.

What are your future plans?
My future plans are to attend graduate and continue to do research.

If you have any questions you can contact me by e-mail at ellesseakre@juno.com

We are always looking for excellent students to have in our lab!

If you are thinking of going to graduate school or into research, we are a great place to start.

Benefits include:

Get 499 credit towards graduation.
Earn Letters of recommendation.
Become competative for graduate school!
Gain valuable research experience.

Responsibilities include:

8-10 hour weekly commitment.
Be constantly involved in research project(s).
Be dedicated and dependable.
Commit to regular weekly lab hours.

How To Join:

Contact Dr. Emilio Ulloa at : (619) 594-2208
e-mail: datingviolencelab@yahoo.com

Also you will be required to fill out this form; so have this ready if you want to apply.