Roshaye B. Poleon
College of Family and Consumer Sciences
Ph.D. Student & Graduate Research Assistant
Dawson Hall
305 Sanford Dr.
Athens, GA 30602
Education
| Degree | Field of Study | Institution | Graduation |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.A. | Neuroscience | Northwestern University | 2020 |
Research
My research interests include the influence and significance of culture in Black and African American families, specifically relating to parenting practices and child socialization processes. I am passionate about developing more culturally relevant parenting measures for African American families and the movement towards more positive youth development frameworks for families of color.
Prior Professional Positions
| Organization | Title | Years of Service |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Student Organization | First Year Representative | 2024 - present |
Awards
| Award Name | Awarded By | Year Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate School Doctoral Fellow Award | University of Georgia Graduate School | 2024 |
Current Research
I am currently a graduate research assistant for Dr. Margaret Caughy in the Social Determinants of Child Development (SDCD) lab. My work involves processing data from the Project on Education Pathways (formerly the Dallas Project on Education Pathways) which studies various cultural and familial factors that impact the development of self-regulation and academic achievement for African American and Latino children in the transition to middle school.