What made you choose to (or want to) work in this particular lab?
I was a student in Dr. Kath’ PSY 319 class. I enjoyed the subject and her unique teaching style. She announced an opening in her lab one day so I applied and she was willing to give me a chance.

What do you like about working in the lab?
I fully enjoy the exposure to tasks not otherwise available in class. We dive deeper into topics and SPSS analyses that are not part of any Psych classes. We are given the opportunity to present our work and accomplishments.

What in particular about your experience in this lab do you think would be especially attractive to other students seeking a lab placement?
Dr. Kath is the most approachable professor I have ever had. Even when I’m struggling with an assignment or task I can always count on her to give honest and helpful feedback.

What are your future plans?
I plan to pursue an M.S. in I/O Psychology and a career as a consultant.

Started: Spring 2007
Anticipated Graduation: Spring 2008

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

Current Research:
Currently I am working in a Sexual Harassment project which involves creating a self-paced training module which will test the effects of framing from an ethical perspective on training attitudes and motivation.

What made you choose to (or want to) work in this particular lab?
I had Dr. Kath as a professor in my Intro to I/O Psychology (319) class . I enjoyed the class and her teaching style, and wanted to work on projects in her I/O lab. She has a wealth of knowledge, and expertise.

What do you like about working in the lab?
I enjoy the collaboration with the other students, and working with Dr. Kath. I like working on projects which apply to the world of I/O Psychology.

What in particular about your experience in this lab do you think would be especially attractive to other students seeking a lab placement?
Dr. Kath is very approachable and easy to work with. I like going to lab, and have learned so much during the last two semesters. If you’re are interested in I/O, I highly recommend this lab.

What are your future plans?
My future plans are to pursue a PhD in I/O Psychology.

Started: Spring 2007
Anticipated Graduation: Spring 2008

If you have any questions you can contact me by e-mail at eitienne75@hotmail.com

Current Research:
Currently I am working in a Sexual Harassment project which involves creating a self-paced training module which will test the effects of framing from an ethical perspective on training attitudes and motivation.

What made you choose to (or want to) work in this particular lab?
I became very interested in I/O Psychology after taking Lisa’s 319 class and wanted to gain some research experience in this area so when she announced that she was looking for RA’s for her lab it was a perfect opportunity. I’m also very interested in employee motivation, and this is one of Lisa’s main areas of research.

What do you like about working in the lab?
I like that Lisa is very approachable and very helpful. The work is challenging, but Lisa is always open to answering questions and helping us develop overall as better students.

What in particular about your experience in this lab do you think would be especially attractive to other students seeking a lab placement?
Lisa gives us meaningful work to do and really puts a lot of trust in us, while allowing us to work at our own pace. She lets us figure things out on our own, and is always there to help when we have questions.

What are your future plans?
I plan pursue an MS in I/O Psych and possibly a PhD, and go into business consulting.

Started: Spring 2007
Anticipated Graduation: Fall 2008

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

• Send me an e-mail and ask if I have any openings in my lab. The answer to this question is likely to be no. Do not let this discourage you. You will be invited to ask again at the beginning/end of terms. Persistence communicates interest.
  
• If you are really on the ball, you’ll copy your RAAP form and put it in my mailbox in the psychology department office.
  
• I tend not to reply to mass e-mails sent to a group of faculty. Sending this type of e-mail is easy for you, but it’s better to communicate to me (and/or the other faculty on the list) that you are willing to take the time to study what we do and why you are interested.
  
  

  Factors I am likely to consider:

  • how many semesters you are willing to commit to my lab
  • your interest in I-O psychology in specific (as opposed to just general psychology research)
  • your interest in my specific areas of research
  • your interest in going on to graduate school; your GPA (overall and in your major)
  • your plans to take (or grades in) statistics, research methods, and I-O classes

• Visit the following website and apply to our master’s program:
  http://www.psychology.sdsu.edu/ms.html
  
• Make sure that you list me in your personal statement as someone with whom you would like to work. It is particularly helpful if you can articulate why you are interested in my areas of research, although it’s not required.
  
• For those who gain/accept admission into our program, matching students with advisors is facilitated by Dr. Judy Price, the Graduate Student Advisor.