Department of Psychology
1000 E University Ave.
Dept. 3415
Laramie, WY 82071
Phone: 307-766-6303
Email: kburd@uwyo.edu
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Dr. Burd grew up in New Jersey and earned her BA in psychology at Hofstra University in 2010. She earned her MS in Psychology at Arizona State University in 2013, her MA in Developmental Psychology at Cornell University in 2016, and her PhD with a concentration in law, psychology, and human development at Cornell University in 2018. She then spent two years at Iowa State University as a postdoctoral research associate examining the impact of uncertainty and contextual bias on firearms examiner decision-making. She joined the faculty at the University of Wyoming in Fall 2020. Her research examines how individuals’ beliefs, backgrounds, and predispositions bias memory, reasoning, and decision-making within legal contexts, particularly with respect to juries and jurors. She spends her free time with her family (husband, daughter, son, two dogs) hiking, camping, rock climbing, and traveling.
Jaylan was born and raised in Boise, Idaho. In 2022 she received a HBS in Psychology and an AA in Criminology from Idaho State University. She is a first-year graduate student in the Psychology and Law PhD program. Her research interest include jury decision making in relation to discrimination/prejudice, child victims, and morality. In her free time, she enjoys reading and collecting houseplants.
Amanda grew up in New Jersey and earned her BA in Psychology from Marymount Manhattan College in 2019. She is currently a graduate student in the Psychology and Law PhD program. Her research interests broadly include juror decision making, victim impact statements, victim credibility and blame, types of and the weighing of evidence at trial, and sexual assault survivors' navigation of the legal system. In her free time, Amanda enjoys traveling, going to the beach, and rewatching Schitt’s Creek.
Brittany grew up in Jacksonville, Alabama and obtained her BS in Criminal Justice and Psychology from Jacksonville State University and her MS in Experimental Psychology from the University of Wyoming. She is currently a third-year graduate student in the Psychology and Law PhD program. Her research interests broadly include probation officer decision making, disparities in the juvenile justice system, and perceptions of justice-involved youth. Outside of academics, Brittany enjoys hiking, cooking, and spending time with her husband, Chase, and her pets, Honey and Boba.
Olivia grew up in Watertown, Connecticut and obtained her BS in Psychology from Eastern CT State University. She is a doctoral student in the Psychology and Law PhD program. Her research interests broadly include jury decision making in criminal cases, victim blaming in cases of sexual violence, and the social psychological factors that influence criminal acts of violence. In her free time she enjoys running, listening to all types of music (specifically Little Mix and Bruce Springsteen), and spending time with her boyfriend and her dog.
CJ grew up in Salem, Oregon, and received his BA in psychology at Point Loma Nazarene University. He is currently a second-year graduate student in the Motivation and Cognition Lab. His research interests broadly include intergroup behavior, public shaming, and goal striving mindsets. CJ is currently collaborating with the Social Cognition and Law lab, primarily investigating how cognitive and situational differences influence perceptions regarding police use of force. In his free time, he enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, skiing, and playing various sports.
Haley was raised in Omaha, NE and received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from Creighton University. She is a third-year graduate student in the Psychology and Law Program. Her research interests include jury decision making, specifically in relation to: (1) child victims, (2) vulnerable adults, and (3) sexual abuse or sexual assault crimes; post-exoneration compensation in civil trials; policing; and individuals with disabilities in the criminal justice system. Outside of academics and research, Haley likes to explore the outdoors, read, and spend time with family and friends.
Kyle grew up in Niagara Falls, New York and is currently working towards a BS in Psychology with minors in Honors and Neuroscience. After graduation, he plans to apply to a PhD program studying Criminology/Criminal Psychology and Behavior. Kyle has helped in previous research looking at Spatial Cognition in the UW Psych Department. During his free time, he enjoys cooking, reading, hiking, and playing volleyball.
Hannah transferred from Casper College to University of Wyoming and graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Criminal Justice in Spring 2022. During her time at University of Wyoming, she worked as the Lab Manager for the Social Cognition and Law Lab, interned with the Defender Aid Clinic and Applied Decision Making Lab. While working in the Lab, she was able to author two posters and accompany prominent Psychologists at the American Psychology and Law Society Conference. Her educational and career goal is to obtain her Ph.D. in Criminology, her J.D., and work for non-profits in the Criminal Justice sector. Until then, Hannah plans to spend the next few years roaming and working in the Big Horn Basin and other parts of Northwest.
Department of Psychology
1000 E University Ave.
Dept. 3415
Laramie, WY 82071
Phone: 307-766-6303