Dr. Josh Woods and Megan Doran Lead National Psychology Conference
February 4, 2025
Intro Psych Coast-to-Coast has emerged as the premier conference for general psychology educators in the United States. In 2024, Dr. Josh Woods was appointed Executive Director of the conference, with Megan Doran, a master's student in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program, elected as Assistant Director. Together, they spearheaded this highly regarded event, which featured presentations from influential figures in the field of psychology, including GRIT researcher Dr. Angela Duckworth and Dr. Susan Nolan, the American Psychological Association's representative to the United Nations.
This half-day conference, which attracts psychology educators from across the United States and Canada, offers a platform for teachers to exchange best practices and explore innovative strategies for enhancing their classrooms. The event fosters collaboration among educators, offering valuable insights into the latest trends in psychology education.
Keynote Speakers and Presenters Included:
- Dr. Angela Duckworth (University of Pennsylvania)
- Dr. Susan Nolan (Seton Hall University)
- Dr. Laura Madson (New Mexico State University)
- Dr. Alisha Holland (Trinity College)
- Dr. Jackie Cerda-Smith (Illinois State University)
- Kristie Winter (Carrboro High School)
- Amy Koch (Raleigh Charter High School)
- Dr. Jordan Waage (Avila University)
- Dr. Mollie Anderson (University of Memphis)
- Dr. Ashley Waggoner Denton (University of Toronto)
- Dr. Garth Neufeld (Cascadia College)
- Dr. Bridgette Martin Hard (Duke University)
- Dr. Janet Peters (Washington State University)
- Dr. Josh Woods (Grand View University)
- Megan Doran (Grand View University)
For more information about the conference, please visit intropsych.org.