Dr. Pilcher and her students are continuing their research this year, and hope to soon begin working on writing a paper for publication. Dr. Derek Montgomery is working with two groups of student researchers studying children's understanding of intentions. One group, consisting of Melisa Lightner, Melissa Fross and Megan Morse, is testing whether preschool children understand the difference between passive and intentional movements. Testing includes having the child draw pictures independently and with physical guidance from the experimenter. Dr. Schweigert and junior psychology major Karin Sullivan are currently conducting research on figurative language comprehension.
Research is an important experience that many graduate programs look for among their applicants.
In August 1994, I was anxiously starting my fourth and final year as a psychology major at Bradley. I was uncertain as to what I should do upon graduating with my bachelor of science degree in psychology. I realized I needed to investigate my post-college options in order to make a wise, informed decision. Graduate school seemed to be the best option for me. I realized I wanted a career that would allow me to study college student development and teach others how to work with students.