Notre Dame’s Jerry Haeffel Named Fellow of the Association for Psychological Science
Jerry Haeffel, associate professor of psychology, principal investigator of the Cognition & Emotion Lab, and a Fellow at the Institute for Educational Initiatives (IEI) at the University of Notre Dame, has been named a Fellow of the Association for Psychological Science (APS). This prestigious recognition is awarded to psychologists who have made sustained and outstanding contributions to the science of psychology through research, teaching, service, and application.
With a research focus on cognitive and emotional processes related to depression and resilience, Haeffel’s work has advanced the field’s understanding of how cognition influences mental health outcomes. His contributions to psychological science and dedication to mentoring students and researchers are making a significant impact in the field of psychology.
"I am truly honored to be named an APS Fellow and to join such an esteemed group of scholars in the field of psychology," said Haeffel. "This recognition reflects not just my work, but also the collaboration and support of my colleagues and students, who inspire me every day. I look forward to continuing our research investigating how people's interpretations of life events confer risk and resilience to mood disorders. I am particularly excited about our collaboration with the IEI and the Center for Educational Research and Action (ERA) that extend this work to educators with the hopes of improving self-efficacy, stress management, attrition, and ultimately student outcomes."
Haeffel, who is also a steering committee member for Tutor-ND, joins a distinguished group of Notre Dame faculty honored for their impact on psychological science. Current and past APS Fellows from the University include: Jim Brockmole, department chair and professor of psychology, Brad Gibson, professor of psychology and co-chair of the neuroscience and behavior major, Ken Kelley, Edward F. Sorin Society Professor of IT, Analytics, and Operations (ITAO) and the Senior Associate Dean for Faculty and Research in the Mendoza College of Business, Nicole McNeil, professor of psychology and Director of the Center for Educational Research and Action in the Institute for Educational Initiatives, G.A. Radvansky, professor of psychology and IEI Fellow, and Dave Smith, professor of psychology, as well as emeritus colleagues Scott Maxwell and Darcia Narvaez, both IEI Fellows.
“APS Fellow status is one of the highest honors in the field, recognizing individuals who have significantly contributed to advancing psychological research and its applications,” said Matt Kloser, Hackett Family Director of the Institute for Educational Initiatives. “This achievement highlights Jerry’s commitment to innovation and excellence in psychological science.”
For more information on Jerry Haeffel’s work, visit the Cognition & Emotion Lab.
About the Institute for Educational Initiatives
Founded in 1996, the Institute for Educational Initiatives (IEI) consists of more than two dozen initiatives that strive to improve education for all youth, particularly the disadvantaged, paying special, though not exclusive, attention to Catholic schools. Through research, the formation of teachers and leaders, and direct service to educational systems, the IEI’s scholars and practitioners pursue interdisciplinary collaborations to better understand and improve PK-12 education both in the United States and internationally.
For more information about the IEI and its initiatives, visit iei.nd.edu.
