Tess Ann Simpson

Tess Ann Simpson is an Assistant Professor of Developmental Psychology at Maryville College, affiliated with the Division of Behavioral Sciences. She teaches courses including Research Design, Introductory Psychology, and Adult Development and Aging.

• Education: B.S. (Tennessee Technological University), M.A. and Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology (East Tennessee State University)
• Lab: Inclusion, Development, and Equity for Appalachians (IDEA) Lab

Her research integrates meta-scientific principles and intersectionality to address developmental psychology questions, focusing on Appalachian community engagement in research and the social implications of aging in Appalachia. She emphasizes inclusive methodologies for historically underrepresented populations.

Dr. Simpson’s work highlights interdisciplinary approaches combining developmental psychology with equity studies and community-based participatory research.