Preparing for Research-Focused Graduate Programs in Child Development

This resource is designed to help prospective students build the necessary research skills and experience required by competitive graduate programs in child development and developmental psychology. Labs like InterBeing, with studies like the Social Interaction Development Study and Language Acquisition and Social Engagement Study, are looking for applicants with a foundational understanding of research methodologies and a strong interest in early developmental research.

Key Sections:

  • Core Research Skills: Explanation of specific methodologies that are crucial for roles in developmental labs, including eye tracking, observational coding, data analysis, and participant engagement. Describes how these skills are applied in the context of studies like Infant Gaze and Tracking Project.
  • Developing a Research Portfolio: Suggestions on how to build a portfolio that includes any prior research work, volunteer roles, internships, or assistant positions, highlighting any experience with behavioral observation or working with children.
  • Networking and Mentorship: Tips on finding mentors in the field, building professional connections, and securing volunteer roles in relevant labs. Emphasizes the importance of seeking opportunities that align with the interests and goals of labs like InterBeing.

Additional Resources:

  • Templates for creating a research portfolio, and links to recommended readings and online courses for foundational research skills in child development.

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Ellie Kate Grant

Undergraduate Research Assistant

My research interests lie at the intersection of developmental and forensic psychology, focusing on how human development shapes legal outcomes and behaviors within the justice system. By examining how Adverse and Positive Childhood Experiences (ACEs and PCEs) alter cognitive, emotional, and social development across the lifespan, I aim to strengthen support systems and interventions for vulnerable populations.

Fun-fact: I have a radio show on WUSC 90.5!

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Maggie O’Hanley

Research Assistant

Hi! My name is Maggie O’Hanley.  I am a first-year graduate student here at USC in the Counseling Eds Program. My research interests include mental health, trauma, developmental psychology, parenting, and family dynamics. 

Fun fact about me: alongside my academic endeavors, I’m in the process of becoming a yoga teacher!
 

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Margo Pershyna

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Margo Pershyna is an award-winning graphic designer and illustrator with a passion for branding, advertising campaigns, and narrative illustration. Graduated from the University of South Carolina with a BFA in Studio Art and Design, Margo uses her attention to detail and bold visual style to create eye-catching designs.

Margo has worked with the InterBeing Lab since she was a sophomore, and has redesigned materials the InterBeing Lab website and the CHIME/CHIME+ Programs.

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