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Rusty McIntyre serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Eastern Michigan University, with his office located in 301N Science Complex. He is contactable via telephone at 734.487.2406 and email at rmcinty4@emich.edu.
His educational credentials include:
- Ph.D. and MS from Texas Christian University
- Bachelor's degree from Northern Michigan University
McIntyre's research program centers on social cognition, specifically investigating role model dynamics and stereotype threat mechanisms. His work demonstrates that effective role models require internal attribution of success and audience relevance, while stereotype threat impairs cognitive resources through extra-task negative thinking—particularly affecting women, racial minorities, athletes, and economically disadvantaged groups.
Analysis of his 2003-2012 publications reveals a methodical progression from foundational stereotype threat mechanisms to targeted interventions using role models and group achievements. This trajectory extended into real-world contexts, including political figure impacts like the 'Hillary Clinton effect' on performance under threat.
His laboratory in 360F Science Complex mentors graduate students Mike Bartosek and Kyle Moxley alongside undergraduate researchers Troy Deskins, Angela Blay, and Mitch Minito, conducting experiments on social cognitive phenomena.
