People
Caitlyn Yantis, Ph.D. - Principal Investigator
I am an Assistant Professor at Villanova University and director of the Racial Identity, Diversity, and Equity Lab.
My research examines how race and racism operate at individual, interpersonal, and structural levels, with the ultimate goal if informing efforts to mitigate racial inequity and interracial tension. Feel free to browse the Research page for more information on my current projects!
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When not in the lab or classroom, I enjoy taking long walks with my dog Coco, listening to podcasts and playing board/card games.
Graduate Researchers
Gaby Molina
I am Gaby Molina, a graduate student from El Salvador.
My research interests include international students’ experiences and sleep. In my free time, I love spending time with my family, friends, and my two dogs. I also really enjoy cooking and dancing.
Marissa Jarmon
I am a senior at Villanova University double majoring in Sociology & Psychology.
After completing my undergraduate degree, I hope to continue my education pursuing a career in forensic psychology, studying criminal behavior within the justice system. When not in school, I enjoy painting, drawing, crocheting, or anything where I get to use my artistic skills :)
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Tara Soltani
I am a second-year student in the Master of Science in Psychology program and a graduate assistant in the RIDE Lab.
My research background is in social inequalities and intergroup relations, particularly in the perception of multiracial individuals.
During my free time, I enjoy lifting weights, trying new restaurants, and chasing my cat.
Sam Goldman
I am currently a first year in the Psychology MS program, and a graduate researcher in the RIDE lab.
My research interests include moral psychology and perceptions of the criminal justice system. After graduating from Villanova, I plan to continue pursuing research in an academic or professional setting. Outside of school, I enjoy thrifting, attending concerts, and taking my dog Romeo on hikes!
Graduate Researchers
Gaby Molina
I am Gaby Molina, a graduate student from El Salvador.
My research interests include international students’ experiences and sleep. In my free time, I love spending time with my family, friends, and my two dogs. I also really enjoy cooking and dancing.
Marissa Jarmon
I am a second year graduate student at Villanova University.
My research interests are in interracial interactions and relations. After completing my Masters, I plan to pursue forensic psychology and study the interaction of sociology and psychology in a criminal justice setting.
Tara Soltani
I am a second-year student in the Master of Science in Psychology program and a graduate assistant in the RIDE Lab.
My research background is in social perception, intergroup relations, and user experience/human factors.
In my free time, I enjoy doing yoga and playing fetch with my cat.
Sam Goldman
I am currently a second year in the Psychology MS program, and a graduate researcher in the RIDE lab.
My research interests include moral psychology and perceptions of the criminal justice system. After graduating from Villanova, I plan to continue pursuing research in an academic or professional setting. Outside of school, I enjoy thrifting, attending concerts, and taking my dog Romeo on hikes!
Sam Di Carlo
I am currently a first-year student in the Master of Psychology program and a graduate researcher in the RIDE lab.
My main areas of research interest include stereotyping and prejudice, cognitive and implicit biases, intergroup relations, discrimination, and broadly social justice issues. After Villanova, I hope to pursue my doctorate in Social Psychology and become a professor. Outside of school, I enjoy reading, watching psychological thrillers, and going to concerts!
Elijah Longaberger
I am currently a second-year student in the Psychology MS program and graduate researcher in the RIDE lab.
I am interested in researching diversity and intersectionality, and how individuals of differing identity groups interact and form bonds. Upon completing this program, I plan to pursue a PhD in Social Psychology and become a professor. Outside of my academic interests, I enjoy performance art and making friends.
Undergraduate Researchers
Nayanna Fluellen
My name is Nayanna Fluellen, and I’m a third-year Psychology student at Villanova University, minoring in Japanese Language & Culture.
I have an interest in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and how the intersectionality of identities impacts individuals' reactions to their environments. I plan to pursue graduate studies after completing my undergraduate degree, aiming to work in a workforce, healthcare, or university setting that prioritizes DEI initiatives.
Emma Kronenberg
My name is Emma Kronenberg (she/her/hers), and I am a junior pursuing an Honors B.S. in Psychology and Humanities with a Peace and Justice minor.
I am excited to study interracial relations and apply it to the spaces which I occupy and hope to occupy. I am looking towards a career in education, healthcare, or social work, and in the meantime, I work in the Office of Undergraduate Admission, am President of Villanova Rays of Sunshine, enjoy word games and puzzles, and love spending time with friends and family.
Jane Spencer
My name is Jane Spencer, and I am a junior psychology B.S. major at Villanova.
As an undergraduate research assistant in the RIDE Lab, I am looking to further explore my interests in social psychology and gain experience that will prepare me to potentially pursue a graduate program in the future. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with friends, going on walks, reading, and watching new shows on Netflix.
Arthur Martin
My name is Arthur Martin and I am a third-year B.S. Psychology major with minors in Cognitive Science and French and Francophone Studies at Villanova University.
I’m an undergraduate research assistant with experience in social and developmental psychological research and am currently aiming towards a PhD and career in either Clinical Psychology or Clinical Neuropsychology. I’m passionate about psychopathology, behavioral health, and am eager to study the intersectionality between psychology and race. I intend to employ cross-culturally relevant approaches in neurological assessments and address disparities in treatment and diagnosis for individuals from underrepresented populations and marginalized communities. My main hobbies include listening to music, exercising, and watching movies
Kyoko Duke
My name is Kyoko Duke. I am a third-year B.A. Psychology student on a pre-law track at Villanova University.
I have aspirations of becoming an attorney. Currently, I am an undergraduate Research Assistant at the RIDE Lab. I'm interested in exploring psychological concepts related to implicit biases, the mental processes behind discrimination, and how these factors influence social dynamics. In my free time, I like to read, work out, and dance.
Kelechi Eziri
I am currently a 2nd year student in the Public Administration Masters program and a graduate researcher in the RIDE lab.
I am interested in researching group membership and its effect on perceptions of community development within minority populations. Upon completing this program, I plan to pursue a PhD in Counseling Psychology with a concentration on Sports Psychology. Outside of my academic interests, I am a member of the Villanova Track & Field team.