Matthew Hayes

Dr. Matthew Hayes is a Professor of Psychology at Winthrop University's College of Arts and Sciences. He holds a Ph.D., M.A., and B.A. in Psychology from Texas Tech University. His research focuses on reasoning, decision-making, metacognition, and applied research in K-12 education. He collaborates with graduate students on educational projects and undergraduates on interdisciplinary psychology research.

• Education:
• Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology (Cognitive/Applied Cognitive), Texas Tech University
• M.A. in Psychology, Texas Tech University
• B.A. in Psychology, Texas Tech University

Dr. Hayes teaches courses including General Psychology, Research Methods, Cognition, Advanced Statistics, and Senior Seminar. His recent work emphasizes persuasion and decision-making, with a commitment to bridging theory and practice in education. No specific articles are listed here, but his research trends reflect applied cognitive psychology and educational methodology.

No scientific awards are noted in the provided text. He advises students across graduate and undergraduate levels, focusing on fostering independent research skills. His office is located in 120 Kinard Hall, reachable at 803/323-2628.