HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY LAB
CURRENT LAB MEMBERS
Dr. Nate Deichert
I joined BHSU in the Spring of 2013 and started the Health Psychology Lab. Our research focuses on how supportive relationships and positive emotions relate to peopIe's physical and psycholgoical health during times of stress. Currently, our research focuses on the health protective effects of gratitude. You can check out my CV by clicking on this link. You can also follow me on Research Gate.
CURRENT LAB MEMBERS
Below you will find the Research Assistants who are currently helping conduct research in my lab. If you are interested in gaining research experience, please feel free to contatct me!
Sara Mott
Hello! I'm Sara Mott. I was born here in Spearfish, raised in Ohio, but feel most at home here in the Black Hills. I'm double majoring in Psychology and Chemistry, with an emphasis in biochemistry. When "I grow up" I want to be a psychiatrist and researcher. In my spare time, I enjoy listening to podcasts, reading hard-back books, and a good Netflix binge.
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Gabriella Hertz
My name is Gabriella Hertz, I'm a sophomore, and I am double majoring in psychology and theatre. I am so excited for this opportunity to work on research and expand my knowledge. When I am not dedicating time to school or research I can be found in the theatre here at BH.
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Justin Woodward
​Hello! My name is Justin Woodward and I am a Junior at BHSU. Originally I am from New Jersey, but spent most of my life living in Florida before moving out to South Dakota for school. I am currently double majoring in Psychology and Human Services with a minor in Sociology. My future plans are to continue research and attend grad school in hopes to become a counselor, but my current passion for research in college may find me continuing education beyond that. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, playing guitar, and watching hockey. Go Devils!
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Victoria Scott
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Hi! My name is Victoria Huber and I am a sophomore at Black Hills State University. I am majoring in psychology and sociology. I hope to continue education after my undergraduate studies and pursue a degree in clinical therapy. I am native to the Black Hills and I don’t believe there is a better place to live. I do not have much free time but when I can sneak away from school and work I enjoy kayaking, fishing, traveling, and spending time with my family. I am excited to contribute to research and it is my belief that this opportunity will become my extension to new discovery.
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Rachael Hopperdietzel
I’m Rachael Hopperdietzel, a junior here at Black Hills State. I’m double majoring in Psychology and Communication Studies. I hope to go to graduate school and study Industrial Organizational Psychology. I’m from Rapid City, so if I’m not on campus you’ll find me dirt biking, longboarding, or with my family. One of my biggest passions besides psychology are animals!
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