Elizabeth J. Parks-Stamm

Elizabeth J. Parks-Stamm, Ph.D., is a part-time Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of Southern Maine's Department of Psychology, within the College of Science, Technology, and Health. She holds a B.A. from Dartmouth College (2001) and a Ph.D. in Social, Personality, and Organizational Psychology from New York University (2009). Her research focuses on self-regulation, gender stereotypes, bias, and social interaction, with a particular emphasis on how societal norms shape aspirations and evaluations across ages.

Her work bridges developmental and social psychology, examining topics such as generational differences in payment transparency, pandemic impacts on parental well-being, and occupational aspirations influenced by gender stereotypes. She currently teaches courses like PSY 230 (Social Psychology) and PSY 319 (Self Regulation). Her recent publications span journals in psychology, consumer behavior, and organizational studies.

Notable collaborations include studies on parental leave evaluations and gender bias in financial advisory roles. While no explicit awards are listed, her research demonstrates sustained engagement with societal issues like equity and bias mitigation.