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Christopher Terry is an Associate Professor of Psychology in the Division of Social & Behavioral Sciences at Elmira College, where he has taught since 2009. His instructional focus spans cognitive and physiological psychology, adult development and aging, health psychology, research methods, and specialized topics including sleep, memory, and aging in America.
His academic background includes:
- Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology, Syracuse University (2009)
- M.S. in Experimental Psychology, Syracuse University (2005)
- B.S. in Psychology, Towson University (2003)
Dr. Terry's research centers on multitasking and divided attention, specifically examining how individuals develop task-management strategies over time, the motivational factors influencing strategy selection, and mechanisms supporting effective multitasking in daily contexts. His work bridges cognitive aging, health psychology, and technology's impact on professional environments.
His scholarly output demonstrates consistent focus on cognitive processes in real-world applications, with recent work addressing disinformation navigation and digital communication in medical settings.
Dr. Terry has received significant recognition:
- Joseph Stein Faculty Award (2015)
- Malcolm and Virginia Marsden Endowed Fund Award (2019)
As co-advisor for Elmira College's Psi Chi chapter since 2010, he mentors high-achieving psychology students through induction ceremonies and research presentations, including collaborative work at the Eastern Psychological Association meeting where undergraduate researchers presented findings under his guidance.
He maintains active research collaborations with faculty like Dr. Ping Zheng and undergraduate students, focusing on experimental psychology applications in contemporary cognitive challenges.
