Odilia Yim

Odilia Yim is an Assistant Professor (Teaching Stream) at the University of Toronto's Department of Psychology, specializing in social and personality psychology within multicultural contexts.

• Education: Undergraduate in Psychology and Linguistics (University of Toronto), MA in Psychology (York University), PhD in Social Psychology (University of Ottawa)

Her research examines language's role in social evaluations, cultural identity formation, and intergroup dynamics among ethnic minorities, particularly Chinese immigrants and bilingual populations. She also focuses on creating inclusive educational environments for marginalized students.

Teaching & Service: Committed to community-focused pedagogy, Yim emphasizes lifelong learning and serves as a visible minority role model for first-generation students.