Aqualus Gordon

Dr. Aqualus Gordon is an Associate Professor of Psychology at Maryville College, affiliated with the Division of Behavioral Sciences. He holds office hours at Sutton Science Center and can be contacted at 865-981-8327.

Education:

• B.A. in Psychology and English from Wabash College
• M.A. and Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Texas at Austin

His research spans neurodivergence, personality theory, sports psychology, human sexuality/gender studies, and cultural/racial identity. His doctoral work focused on perceptions of masculinity and sexual orientation through the lens of counseling psychology.

Key Research Themes:

• Interdisciplinary approaches to psychological identity
• Cultural influences on mental health frameworks
• Performance psychology applications in educational settings