Darrien is an Army veteran and current doctoral student in the Clinical and Counseling Psychology (CCP) program. A Mobile native, Darrien earned his B.S. in psychology from Spring Hill College and his M.A. in psychology from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. Darrien has broad research interests; however, his primary areas of interest are race, religion, and spirituality, with a budding interest in masculinity. When not engaged in CCP-related activities, Darrien is probably hanging out with his wife and their adopted cat, Boots, and their adopted dog, Nala. In addition to spending quality time with family & friends, Darrien also enjoys playing video games and cooking. 

Messiyah is a graduate student in the Clinical and Counseling Psychology Doctoral Program at the University of South Alabama. He completed his B.S. in Psychology at Oakwood University and later worked as a clinical and translational research coordinator at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. His research focuses on interpersonal relationships and the factors that shape how people form, maintain, and experience meaningful connections. He is particularly interested in friendship, loneliness, emotional expression, and how social and cultural expectations, including those surrounding masculinity, influence relationships. Outside of school, Messiyah enjoys spending time with friends and family and watching and critiquing the latest movies. 

Will is a Ph.D. student in the Clinical and Counseling Psychology Program. He earned an M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of South Alabama and a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. His research explores the intersection of masculinity and positive psychology constructs such as hope, resilience, and optimism. Specifically, he investigates how flexible, healthy, and positive forms of masculinity can be developed in ways that are feasible and equitable for all. Outside of his studies, Will is an avid sports fan (Go Packers, Brewers, Bucks, and Jaguars!!!), enjoys playing video games, and loves spending time with friends and family. 

Emilio Santa Cruz is a graudate student in the Clinical and Counseling Psychology Doctoral Program. He graduated from the University of Kentucky with a Bachelor’s in Psychology and a Minor in Philosophy. Emilio’s interests are varied but circulate around the intersections of ADHD and Masculinity in emerging adults, as well as LatinX community issues and immigrant populations. 

Amy is a student in the Clinical and Counseling Psychology Doctoral Program. She completed a M.Ed. in Counseling and Career Development at Colorado State University, and a B.A. in Creative Writing at the University of Washington. Her research interests include the integration of mental health and career identity within collegiate student-athlete departments and the transition between high school and college and how that impacts college student mental health. Outside of school, you can find Amy curled up on the couch with a good book, in the pool or at the gym, cooking, trying to journal and write, and with friends and family.

Callie is a student in the Clinical and Counseling Psychology Doctoral Program. She completed a B.S. in Psychology and a B.A. in Women’s Studies at the University of Florida. Her research interests focus on how gender roles and perceptions of masculinity/femininity impact individual well-being and experiences of mental illness, particularly issues of body image and disordered eating. When not in the classroom or clinic, you can usually find Callie hiking the campus trails, downtown with friends, or cozied up on the couch with a streaming service and her pit bull Kona.