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Dr. Jenna McChesney is an Assistant Professor in Industrial-Organizational (I-O) Psychology at Meredith College. She joined the faculty in 2022 after earning her Ph.D. from North Carolina State University. Her research focuses on impression formation in hiring decisions, workplace inclusion for marginalized groups, and mental health disclosure impacts. She actively involves students in her studies, emphasizing real-world application in her teaching.
- Education:
- Ph.D. in I-O Psychology, North Carolina State University
- M.A. in I-O Psychology, Minnesota State University
- B.S. in Psychology, Radford University
Her work explores stereotypes affecting hiring (e.g., criminal histories, gender roles in STEM), and has been featured in Fast Company and U.S. News. Recent publications address workforce development grants, employer branding via gamification, and UN initiatives on AI in hiring. She received the 2023-24 EHHS Scholarly Activity Award.
- Awards:
- Earned EHHS Scholarly Activity Award for impactful research contributions
Dr. McChesney’s advising integrates mentorship with career readiness, and she collaborates on projects blending I-O psychology with global goals like UN SDGs. Though no formal lab is named, her research often involves interdisciplinary teams addressing systemic workplace inequities.
