Pamela Martin

Pamela Martin is a Professor of Psychology and African American Studies at the University of South Carolina, affiliated with the McCausland College of Arts and Sciences. She holds a B.S. from the University of South Carolina, M.A. from North Carolina Central University, and a Ph.D. in Ecological/Community Psychology and Urban Studies from Michigan State University. Her research focuses on church-based health interventions, theological orientations, and racial socialization among African Americans. She has extensive administrative experience, including roles as Associate Dean and Department Head at Prairie View A&M University and North Carolina Central University.

• Education: B.S. (1990), M.A. (1996), Ph.D. (2001)
• Key Roles: Tenured Professor, NSF Postdoctoral Fellow, Interim Department Head
• Research Interests: African American health interventions, racial identity, faith-based programs

Her work emphasizes the intersection of theology, race, and health, with over 50 publications. Awards include the National Science Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship and recognition for community engagement. She has led grants totaling over $2.5M, focusing on community-university partnerships and health disparities.

Notable projects include the African American Faith-Based Mental Health Education Initiative and the LEADS family-based intervention trial. Martin mentors numerous students and collaborates with churches to promote mental health awareness.