Article archive / June 1, 2013
Originally published: . Volume 4, No. 10. Source pages: 9.
Three University of New Orleans undergraduate students of psychology received grants from the University of Louisiana System's Board of Regents, according to a university press release May 13.
Skylar Hicks, Shannin Moody, and Florencia Iturri together won almost $15,000 for research by participating in the 3rd Annual Supervised Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) competition, hosted by the Board of Regents.
Each of the three winners received a $4,000 grant to conduct more than 300 hours of mentored research under the supervision of faculty.
Skylar Hicks will work with UNO Assistant Professor of Psychology Monica Marsee on a research project entitled "Emotion Socialization and Aggression in Detained Youth."
Shannin Moody and UNO Assistant Professor of Psychology Cornelia Lamm will explore "The Effects of Testosterone on Neurocognitive Development."
Florencia Iturri will be working with UNO Early Research Professor of Psychology Birdie Shirtcliff on "Testosterone Reactivity and Social Support in Romantic Relationships."
Florencia Iturri is a UNO Honors student; Shannin Moody is the owner of NOLA Cotton Candy and an active member of Psi Chi, and Skylar Hicks is a UNO Cheerleader, according to the article.
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