People

Lab Director

Matt R. Judah, PhD

Dr. Judah is an assistant professor in the Department of Psychological Science at the University of Arkansas. He completed his PhD at Oklahoma State University followed by a clinical internship at the Medical University of South Carolina. Prior to joining the department at the University of Arkansas, Dr. Judah was an assistant professor at Old Dominion University from 2016 to 2020. His research focuses on understanding cognitive processes associated with anxiety disorders and depression.

Judah Vita

Graduate Students

Arooj Abid

Arooj, a sixth-year student in the clinical psychology program, is in the process of completing her pre-doctoral internship. She has a background in probing neural correlates associated with attention and emotion. Her research interests are in behavioral and neural components of executive functioning and how they relate to aspects of internalizing disorders. Her clinical interests are in the realm of neuropsychology, particularly neurodegenerative disorders and traumatic brain injury. Outside of the lab, she enjoys cooking, photography, and exploring hiking trails with her family.

Ben Swanson

Ben is a second-year Ph.D. student in the clinical psychology program who is working with both Dr. Matt Judah in the CODA lab and Dr. Shields. Ben is from Fargo, ND, and earned his B.A. in Neuroscience and Psychology from Concordia College in Moorhead, MN. Broadly, Ben is interested in understanding neural processes that help explain the associations between stress, executive functioning, and psychopathology.

Hannah Hamrick

Hannah is a fifth-year student in the clinical psychology program at the University of Arkansas. Her research interests include cognitive processes associated with anxiety and fear-based disorders, as well as social cognitive precipitants of suicide risk. A veteran of the United States Navy, Hannah is also interested in studying these processes among military personnel. In her time outside the lab, she enjoys powerlifting and writing fiction.

Hamrick Vita

MORGAN MIDDLEBROOKS

Morgan is a fourth-year clinical psychology student. She earned her Master’s degree in Experimental Psychology at the University of Arkansas before changing gears and starting anew as a clinical student. Her current research focuses on neurobiological mechanisms underlying cognitive control and how those mechanisms might differ for individuals with anxiety and mood disorders. As an Arkansas native, she loves floating rivers, eating BBQ, saying y’all, and howling at full moons.

Russell Mach

Russell is a fifth-year student in the U of A’s clinical psychology PhD program. He is interested in obtaining a better understanding of how worry/anxiety impacts the neurobehavioral efficiency (and efficacy) of cognitive control. He also likes to conduct research on the psychometric properties of event-related potentials (ERPs). In his free time, Russell enjoys tending to his chili pepper garden and spoiling his cats.

Research Assistants

Anna Morgan

Anna is a third-year honors undergraduate student majoring in Psychology. She is planning on pursuing a PhD in clinical psychology and eventually becoming a neuropsychologist. Her research interests include the relationship between executive functioning, stress, and depression. She’s a part of the Razorback Marching Band and enjoys being outside, playing the guitar and violin, and painting with oil pastels.

Brynne Johnson

Brynne is an undergraduate student at the University of Arkansas. She is majoring in Biochemistry and minoring in Medical Humanities and Psychology. After graduating, she plans to attend medical school to become a pediatric neurologist. Her research interests include the relations between affective mood and eating disorders, and mental health awareness.

Chloe Upton

Chloe is a senior undergraduate student studying psychology. She plans to continue her education with a master’s degree in counseling and would like to eventually become a therapist. In her free time she enjoys painting, baking, and hanging out with friends.

Casey Dang

Casey is a fourth-year undergraduate student majoring in biology with a minor in psychology. She is interested in the correlation between mood disorders and experiences, along with the neurobiological effects they may have. After graduating, she plans on going to Physician Assistant school. In her free time she enjoys cooking, hanging out with friends, and listening to music.

Daniel Salgueiro

Daniel is a senior honors student majoring in Psychology with a minor in Criminology. He plans on pursuing a PhD in clinical psychology and eventually becoming a psychotherapist. Outside of school he spends most of his free time playing basketball, hanging out with his girlfriend, or writing.

Emma Eddy

I am un undergrad student at the University of Arkansas majoring in psychology and minoring in biology. I am interested in studying the correlations between social anxiety disorder and social media usage. After graduation I plan on going to medical school to pursue a career in psychiatry.

Emmaleigh Moffitt

Emmaleigh Moffitt is an undergraduate Honors Biology major with a focus on Pre-Medicine from Rogers, Arkansas. She is also pursuing a minor in Psychology. She is a recipient of the Governor’s Distinguished Scholarship and the Chancellor’s Community Scholarship. Emmaleigh plans on attending medical school with the goal of becoming an orthopedic surgeon. Emmaleigh is a member of The Rock Climbing Club at the University of Arkansas, as well as The Biology Club. Her research project focuses on the impacts of time and climate change on the diets of Hyrax by observing the patterns of dental microwear.

Hal Coleman

Hallison (Hal) Coleman is a current undergraduate student here at the University of Arkansas. She’s majoring in Psychology, with minors in Human Development and Family Sciences, Medical Humanities, and Criminal Justice. She plans on pursuing a Ph.D. in Forensic Psychology to become a Forensic Psychologist. She has interests in psychopathology, cognition, and emotion. Outside of academics, she enjoys baking, hiking, and spending time with her friends and dog.

Kaelyn Moran

Kaelyn is a third-year undergraduate honors student majoring in Psychology with minors in Biology and Medical Humanities. She is interested in the correlation between perfectionism and anxiety, as well as their effects on decision-making processes. After graduation, she plans to attend medical school with the goal of becoming a pediatric oncologist.

Katalia Schingen

I am a senior psychology major with an interest in clinical and social psychology. My research interests include the genetic and social risk factors for developing depression and anxiety and the underpinnings of how we form relationships. Following undergrad, I will be pursuing a Master of Social Work degree in the fall, and after grad school, I plan to become a licensed clinical social worker. Outside of the lab and classes, I am interested in music and reading, as well as crocheting.

Kegan Anspach

Kegan is a transfer to UofA from Texas. He is currently a junior majoring in Psychology, with the goal of obtaining his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology after graduating. He is a Marine Corps combat veteran and has interests in trauma, addiction, and severe cognitive disorders, particularly in the veteran population. In his free time, he enjoys training jiu-jitsu and riding his motorcycles.

Robert Louree

Robert is a fourth-year undergraduate student at the University of Arkansas majoring in chemistry. He is interested in understanding mental illness through a multi-disciplinary approach. His post-graduation plans are to pursue a MD/PhD in biomedical engineering.

Yong Weng

Jason is a graduating senior majoring in psychology with a background in engineering. Post-graduation, he intends to pursue a PhD in experimental psychology. In his free time, Jason likes to read books about philosophy and history, play video games, and talk about advancements in technology.

~Lab Alumni: Research Assistants~

Anna Quesada
Brendan Wolf
Catherine Elizabeth
Delaney Pfeffer
Dylan Stevens
Eliciah Kury
Elizabeth Sims
Haley O’Dwyer
Kayle Phimmasene
Laurel Matinchev
Lauren Dubner
Lily Degrace
Linden Combs
Makenzi Caldwell

Melissa Flores
Mia Robert
Molly Murray
Natalie Collins
Neptune Zaragoza
Patsy Cox
Phoebe Fanning
Ryan Martin
Sebastian Hobson
Wesley Vaught
Willow Holt
Yodalys Aguilar