Emily Cohen-Shikora

Emily Cohen-Shikora is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis. She teaches foundational courses including Introduction to Psychology, Psychological Statistics, Experimental Psychology, and the first-year program Mind, Brain, & Behavior. She also serves as the coordinator for the School of Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS) within the department.

Education:

• PhD in Psychology, Washington University
• MA in Psychology, Washington University
• BA in Psychology, Bates College

Her research and academic work focus on cognitive psychology and educational psychology, particularly in the context of teaching and learning in higher education. She has conducted research with the Center for Teaching and Learning and continues to explore effective pedagogical strategies in psychology and neuroscience education. Her expertise spans experimental methods, statistical training, and curriculum development for undergraduate programs.

Dr. Cohen-Shikora has no listed scientific awards in the provided text.

She advises and mentors students through her teaching and administrative role in CAPS, supporting continuing and professional studies students in the Psychological & Brain Sciences curriculum. While no formal grants are mentioned, her year-long research with the Center for Teaching and Learning indicates engagement in educational research initiatives.

She is actively involved in the academic mission of the Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences, contributing to both core undergraduate instruction and institutional outreach through professional and continuing education.