Rosa Toro

Rosa Toro is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at California State University, Fresno. She holds a BA from the University of Southern California, and both an MA and PhD from the University of California, Riverside. Her research focuses on the impact of contextual factors such as housing, community, and cultural environments on children's development, with a particular emphasis on immigrant children and families.

Education Background:

• Bachelor of Arts (BA), University of Southern California
• Master of Arts (MA), University of California, Riverside
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of California, Riverside

Research Interests:
Rosa Toro examines how neighborhood environments, community dynamics, and cultural contexts shape developmental outcomes in children. Her work prioritizes understudied populations, including immigrant communities, to inform policies and interventions that promote resilience and well-being.

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