Adrian Luis Manriquez

Adrian Luis Manriquez is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at Wichita State University, affiliated with the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and the Community Psychology Program. He leads the SALUD (Social Action, Liberation, and Underscoring Diversity) Research Team. His research focuses on community-based interventions addressing health disparities, social justice, and liberation psychology.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Psychology, Portland State University (2024)
• M.S. in Psychology, Portland State University (2022)
• B.S. in Psychology, Western Oregon University (2020)
• A.A. in Psychology, Chemeketa Community College (2017)

Research Interests: Dr. Manriquez specializes in applying community psychology principles to address systemic inequalities. His work emphasizes participatory action research, culturally responsive interventions, and promoting equity in underserved populations. He integrates social justice frameworks to design programs targeting mental health access and health literacy.

Teaching: Currently instructing Applied Research Methods in Community Settings. He actively mentors students in Clinical Psychology and Community Psychology PhD programs, encouraging applications through dedicated portals.

Labs/Teams: Directs the SALUD Research Team, which prioritizes collaborative, community-driven solutions to social and health disparities.