Undergraduate Students
Shelly Polan
Shelly is a junior attending Oklahoma State University with a major in psychology and a minor in pre-counseling. She has a special interest in personality disorders and the psychological effects of trauma. After obtaining her bachelor's degree, she is aiming to get a graduate degree in clinical psychology to enter the therapy world for her future career. Her hobbies include listening to alternative rock music, moving her body and watching videos about new subjects.
Lauren Tilly
My name is Lauren Tilly, and I am a senior majoring in Psychology with a minor in Neuroscience. I am a member of the Choctaw Nation and participate in the American Indians Into Psychology program. My primary research interests include substance use within cultural minority populations, particularly among Native American communities, as well as personality pathology. After completing my undergraduate degree, I plan to pursue a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. My hobbies include reading, painting, and listening to/playing music.
Madison Rau
My name is Madison Rau and I am a sophomore at here at OSU! I am passionate about exploring the connection between language/culture and human perception. After graduating college, I plan to study how the words and structures we use shape the way people experience, interpret, and interact with the world. My goal is to contribute to research that uncovers how language influences thought, emotion, and cultural understanding.
Jayden Yeager-Brewer
Hi! I’m Jayden, and I’m in my third year at OSU. I’m a Psychology major with an interest in Psychology & Medicine. I’m most passionate about research revolving around children & families, especially related to navigating illness & trauma. For the duration of my career, I hope to make a positive impact through inclusive & attentive patient care for children and their families. In my free time, I like to read, craft, and cuddle my cat.
Aleksey Clark
My name is Aleksey Clark, and I am a Junior majoring in Psychology and Biology here at OSU! I am also an enrolled member of the Cherokee Nation. My main research interest is historical trauma and its lasting impacts on minority populations, specifically Native Americans. As I advance in my studies and career, I hope to uplift the communities I come from and help amplify their voices.
