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Kenneth Pérez is an Assistant Professor in Residence in the Department of Psychological Sciences Education at the University of Connecticut, based at the Avery Point campus. He holds a Ph.D. from Texas A&M University (2020) and a B.A. from the University of Connecticut – Storrs (2015). His teaching portfolio includes undergraduate courses such as General Psychology I (PSYC 1100), General Psychology II (PSYC 1101), Social Psychology (PSYC 2700), The Study of Personality (PSYC 2301), and Special Topics: Latinx Psychology (PSYC 3885).
Dr. Pérez's research focuses on Affective Science with specialization in the emotion of awe. His work examines phenomenological aspects, experimental elicitation methods, and the impact of awe on psychological well-being. Key investigations include social/cultural variations of awe and its applications in addressing mental/physical health disparities. Research methodologies span experimental designs, meta-analyses, and cross-cultural examinations of emotional experiences.
His publication trends demonstrate consistent focus on awe mechanics, emotional forecasting accuracy, and contextual emotional impacts—particularly in political and workplace environments. Recent works emphasize meta-analytic validation of awe elicitation techniques and societal event influences on collective well-being.
