Emily Filardo

Emily Filardo, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Kean University's College of Liberal Arts. She holds a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology from the City University of New York. Her research focuses on social psychology, gender and sexuality, prejudice/racism, and applying psychological theory to educational and social justice contexts. She emphasizes evolutionary and biological perspectives in human development.

• Education: Ph.D., Educational Psychology, CUNY Graduate School and University Center

Her teaching philosophy prioritizes student respect and fostering critical thinking through courses like PSY 2630 (Prejudice and Racism), PSY 3340 (Psychology of Women), and PSY 3630 (Social Psychology). She advocates for educational systems that promote justice, equality, and empathy.

Her research explores intersections of race, gender, and socialization. Recent work analyzes racial dynamics in adolescent social interactions and cooperative problem-solving among children. Earlier studies include socio-cognitive conflict's impact on cognitive growth in young children.

No scientific awards are explicitly listed in the provided materials. She advises no listed graduate students.