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Dr. Jennifer Zak Place is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Chowan University in the Department of Psychology. She has a PhD in Counseling Psychology from SUNY Albany and extensive experience in teaching and academic advising.
Education:
- PhD, Counseling Psychology, State University of New York, Albany
- CAS, School Counseling, State University of New York, Albany
- MS, Counseling Psychology, State University of New York, Albany
- BS, Psychology, Saint Mary’s College of Notre Dame
Her research interests span counseling psychology, developmental psychology, and health psychology. Her work on maternal behavior, adolescent conflict resolution, and health preventive behaviors reflects these interdisciplinary interests. Her publications include studies on prematurity stereotyping, HIV/STD prevention, and educational psychology.
The trends in her publications focus on developmental psychology, maternal-infant interactions, health behavior modeling, and counseling education. Her articles often bridge clinical observations with educational frameworks.
Academic & Scholarly Achievements:
- 2018: Excellence in Teaching Award
- 2017: Pi Gamma Mu Faculty Award
- 2014: Alpha Chi Teacher of the Year
- 2012: Faculty Advisor of the Year
She teaches courses such as Developmental Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, Research Methods, and Women and Gender Studies at Chowan University.
