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RaLynn C. Schmalzried is an Assistant Professor at the University of Kansas, affiliated with the Department of Psychology. Her work focuses on cognitive aging, ageism, and bridging the skills gap between academia and the workforce.
- Education: Ph.D. in Cognitive Psychology with a Gerontology focus (University of Kansas, 2012), M.A. in Psychology (University of Kansas, 2007), B.A. in Psychology & English Creative Writing (Baker University, 2005)
Her research explores how aging impacts cognitive processes, particularly rumination and multitasking, while advocating for socioemotional selectivity theory (Carstensen, 1999) that highlights increased positivity in older adults despite declining abilities. She also investigates professional development and career readiness in undergraduates, addressing employer-reported skills gaps through curriculum design like her Classroom to Career course.
RaLynn teaches Cognitive Psychology, Psychology of Aging, Lifespan Human Development, and Cognitive Neuroscience. She is based in two University of Kansas locations: Fraser Hall, Room 521 (Lawrence campus) and Regnier Hall, Room 370N (Edwards campus).
