Guy Boysen

Prof. Guy Boysen is a Professor of Psychology at McKendree University, specializing in teaching methodologies and mental health stigma research. He holds a Ph.D. from Iowa State University (2006), with prior degrees from the same institution and Saint John’s University (2000). His teaching focuses on engaging students through real-world tasks in courses like Abnormal Psychology and Research Methods. Recognized with major teaching awards including the Robert S. Daniel Award (2020) and McKendree’s Grandy Award (2019), he emphasizes active learning and high standards supported by robust pedagogical frameworks.

His research explores teaching excellence, mental illness stereotypes, and classroom dynamics, with notable works on dissociative identity disorder and student evaluations during the pandemic. He serves as Associate Editor for Teaching of Psychology and contributes to APA Division 2. Recent presentations address topics like moral injury in teaching and affordance management theory.

Professional activities include reviewing for Project Syllabus and collaborative publications on evidence-based teaching guides. His workshops focus on managing student evaluations and addressing intense dislike of students among educators.