Samantha Gregus Slade

Samantha Gregus Slade, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the Clinical-Community Psychology Program at Wichita State University's Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. As Director of Clinical Training and Lab Director of the Initiatives Supporting Positive Youth Relationships (INSPYRE), her work focuses on violence prevention and healthy development in underserved youth.

• Education: Ph.D. and M.A. in Clinical Psychology (University of Arkansas, 2017 and 2013), B.A. in Psychology (University of Akron, 2010)

Her research spans school bullying, dating violence, gang-related violence, and ADHD-related behavioral interventions, emphasizing community-based approaches. Key projects include the Lunch Buddy Mentoring program and the BREATHE initiative in collaboration with KU Medical Center.

Scientific Trends: Her 15 most recent articles highlight mixed-methods research on bullying, trauma-informed interventions, teacher training, and identity development in adolescents.

• Labs: Initiatives Supporting Positive Youth Relationships (INSPYRE)
• Current Projects: Lunch Buddy Mentoring, BREATHE Program, Teacher Responses to Bullying

Contact: Room 427, Jabara Hall, Wichita State University. Phone: 316-978-2759.