Email: mab10198@nyu.edu
Program: PhD in Developmental Psychology
Year entered Program: 2023
Research Interests: Black studies, learning, media, books, race, racial socialization
Principal Advisor(s): Dr. Lauren Mims
Research Description/Bio: My name is Morgan Boyd and I am a doctoral student in the developmental psychology program at NYU Steinhardt. I received my B.S. at Carnegie Mellon University studying developmental psychology and creative writing. My research interests focus on unveiling the tools and methods needed to maximize Black children's academic success (and happiness!) with a particular focus on utilizing educational media like books and televisual programming. I am also passionate about teaching all children about racism and its implications so that they may grow up in spaces where people are cognizant of the systemic issues that may negatively impact the development of an otherwise motivated child, while emphasizing the fact that given the proper resources and respect, people of any race are capable of anything