Angela Kelling

Angela Kelling is an Associate Professor of Psychology and Program Director for the Behavioral Sciences B.S. at the College of Human Sciences and Humanities, University of Houston-Clear Lake (UHCL). She holds a Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology from the Georgia Institute of Technology. Her research focuses on animal welfare, learning mechanisms (formal and informal), and pedagogical innovations. Notable projects include studying stress in African elephants (Zoo Atlanta), color vision in giant pandas, and optimizing zoo exhibit designs. Recent work explores educational strategies in hybrid learning environments and enhancing outcomes for shelter dogs.

• Education: Doctorate in Experimental Psychology from Georgia Tech (dissertation on cortisol and stereotypic behavior in elephants)
• Key Research Areas: Captive animal enrichment, environmental design, educational pedagogy, and HSI institutional identity.

Her articles span topics from biopsychology foundations to applied studies on animal behavior and learning technologies. Recent trends in her work highlight interdisciplinary approaches to stress management in animals and innovative teaching methodologies in higher education. She has contributed to over 40 publications since 2003, addressing diverse themes from zoo visitor engagement to pandemic-era course format shifts.

• Awards: None explicitly mentioned in the text.
• Grants/Advising: Advises on behavioral science programs and collaborates with institutions like Zoo Atlanta. No specific grants detailed in the provided text.

Her academic leadership extends to fostering student engagement through edutainment and virtual labs, emphasizing practical applications of psychological principles in real-world settings.