Jessica M Benson

Jessica M Benson serves as an Associate Professor of Psychology at St. Olaf College, holding this position since 2018 with dual affiliation in the Department of Race, Ethnic, Gender and Sexuality Studies, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach to social justice scholarship.

Her academic foundation includes:

• Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, University of California, Davis
• Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology, Rutgers University

Dr. Benson's research program investigates the cognitive mechanisms of identity formation and intergroup bias through an intersectional lens, specializing in evidence-based interventions to combat prejudice and internalized oppression. Her work bridges experimental social psychology with critical race and gender studies, emphasizing practical applications in educational and community settings.