Aimee Skye

Dr. Aimee Skye serves as Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Psychology in the Faculty of Arts and Science at MacEwan University, Edmonton. Her expertise bridges cognitive and social psychology with real-world applications in health and education.

Education:

• PhD, McMaster University
• BA (Honours), McMaster University

Research Focus: Dr. Skye investigates how individuals learn and apply knowledge in complex environments. Her primary interests include contingency learning, social cognition (particularly impression formation), risk communication in health decisions (e.g., immunization), and sexual consent education. She integrates theoretical cognitive models with practical health interventions.

Publication Trends: Her recent work (2008-2012) demonstrates a consistent theme of applying cognitive principles to health and social contexts, including studies on clinical knowledge retention, gambling behavior, and the alleviation of disgust responses. This interdisciplinary approach underscores her commitment to translating basic research into societal benefits.

Teaching: She teaches foundational and advanced courses including PSYC 104 (Introductory Psychology), PSYC 258 (Cognitive Psychology), and PSYC 355 (Social Cognition).

Professional Engagement: Dr. Skye is an active member of the Canadian Society for Brain, Behavior and Cognitive Science.