Jenny Jellison

Dr. Jenny Jellison is a Professor of Psychology at Waynesburg University, located in 225 Buhl Hall. She specializes in animal behavior and teaches courses such as Intro Psych, Social Psych, Statistics, Research Methods, Experimental Psych, and Learning Theory. Her mentoring has supported students pursuing graduate studies and fieldwork in primatology, anthropology, and elephant conservation.

Education:

• B.A. in Psychology, Thiel College
• M.A. in Experimental Psychology, University of Toledo
• Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology, University of Toledo

Dr. Jellison emphasizes collaborative learning, fostering intellectual and personal growth in her classroom. She prioritizes accessibility and student empowerment, aiming to make her enthusiasm for psychology and teaching evident to students daily.

Recipient of the 2017 Lucas-Hathaway Teaching Excellence Award, her expertise bridges theoretical and applied psychology, particularly in animal behavior studies.