Stacy Priniski

Dr. Stacy Priniski is Assistant Research Professor in the Department of Urban Health and Population Science at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine, Temple University, and serves as Senior Evaluation Associate at The Hope Center for Student Basic Needs. She bridges research and practice in higher education, focusing on student well-being and equity.

Education:

• B.A. in Psychology, University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
• M.S. in Psychology, University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
• Ph.D. in Social Psychology, University of Wisconsin-Madison (focus: motivation science and social-psychological interventions in college settings)

Her research centers on understanding and improving college students’ experiences through the lens of social and educational psychology. With a strong emphasis on motivation, equity, and basic needs, Dr. Priniski designs and evaluates interventions that support student persistence, particularly in STEM fields. Her work integrates theory with practical application, aiming to create more inclusive and supportive learning environments in higher education.

Dr. Priniski’s methodological expertise includes randomized controlled trials, field and laboratory experiments, survey studies, and content analyses. She leads large-scale, collaborative research initiatives that inform institutional policy and practice.

Scientific Awards:

• Inclusive Mathematics Environments Fellowship, Student Experience Research Network
• Spencer Dissertation Fellowship, Spencer Foundation and National Academy of Education

Dr. Priniski leads the Hope Impact Partnerships program and coordinates the national Student Basic Needs Survey, convening stakeholders across institutions to collect data and implement evidence-based improvements. She has no listed advisees but plays a key role in guiding institutional change through data-driven coaching and programming.

She is actively involved in lab and team-based research through The Hope Center, where she manages multisite research collaborations focused on student basic needs, equity, and institutional transformation.