Current Graduate Students 

Tyler Waldon-Lee

Tyler is a third-year Ph.D. student in Dr. O’Brien’s lab. He earned his B.S. in psychology from Georgia Gwinnett College. His interests focus on the processes of stereotypes, prejudice, stigma, and discrimination and their impact on the criminal justice system, education, and intergroup relationships. If you would like to more about Tyler, please check out his CV or email him at twaldonlee@tulane.edu.

Maria Musumeci

Maria is a second-year Ph.D. student working with Dr. Laurie O’Brien and Dr. Damian Murray. She earned her B.A. in psychology at Le Moyne College and her M.A. in experimental psychology at the University of Dayton. Her research interests include stereotypes, prejudice, and threat perceptions. If you would like to know more about Maria’s work, please email her at mmusumeci@tulane.edu, or see her CV.  

Current Undergraduate Students

Nathan Janser

Nathan Janser is a senior pursuing a BS in psychology. He joined the Social Perceptions lab in the Spring of 2023. His post-graduate plans involve pursuing a Master’s degree. If you would like to learn more, you can see his Resume or his LinkedIn profile.

Rebecca Muhlbauer

Rebecca Muhlbauer is a senior pursuing a BS in Psychology with a minor in Jewish Studies. She joined the Social Perception Lab in the winter of 2022. After graduating, she intends to pursue a doctorate in psychology. If you would like to learn more, you can look at her CV or reach out to her through email (rmuhlbauer@tulane.edu).

Marissa Nerenberg

Marissa Nerenberg is a member of the 2024 graduating class, completing a major in Psychology and a double minor in Gender & Sex Studies and English. After graduation, she plans to pursue a doctoral degree in clinical psychology where she can explore the intersectionality between social and racial identities. You can learn more about Marissa in her resume or reach out to her via email at @mnerenberg@tulane.edu.