Rob Foels

Rob Foels is an Associate Teaching Professor in the Department of Psychology at Rutgers University, part of the School of Arts and Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Social Psychology from Syracuse University. His research focuses on pedagogy, social justice issues (e.g., sexism, ethnic prejudice), and their intersections with legal/political systems and ideologies. He examines how cognitive representations shape awareness of social injustice. His teaching spans courses such as Introductory Psychology, Research Methods, Statistics, and Psychology of Law. Teaching priorities include critical thinking, communication, and social responsibility.

His research emphasizes social dominance theory, intergroup dynamics, and educational curriculum analysis. Recent work explores diversity in psychology education and the influence of teaching activities on scholarly impact. Over two decades, his publications address topics like group learning efficacy, migration policy engagement, and subtle racism perception.

No scientific awards are explicitly noted. Advising and grants sections remain unpopulated due to lack of textual evidence. He is affiliated with the Psychology Department’s undergraduate advising at Tillett Hall, Livingston Campus.