Jennifer Schaefer

Jennifer Schaefer serves as Professor and Chair at the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University, teaching Human Anatomy and Physiology and Neurobiology courses.

Her academic credentials include:

• B.A. from St. Olaf College (2002)
• Ph.D. from the University of Arizona (2010)

Research focuses on neural mechanisms of motor control in Drosophila melanogaster and metacognitive processes influencing academic outcomes, bridging experimental neuroscience with educational psychology. Her work examines how biological models inform movement disorders and how self-regulated learning strategies enhance student performance.

She actively mentors students pursuing careers in neuroscience, physiology, and medical technology, guiding academic development through research-integrated advising.