The Arizona Psychological Association (AzPA) and the Arizona Psychological Foundation (AzPF) promote psychological science and practice, which facilitates healing, well-being, and overall mental health literacy for individuals, families and communities. The Foundation supports and funds student poster presentations at the annual AzPA Convention. The posters showcased at the annual convention have undergone a competitive and rigorous review process. Refer to the AzPA guidelines for more information. https://azpa.org/

Contribute directly to support student poster presentation opportunities. Help students share their work, build confidence, and connect with mentors. By donating, you're not only easing financial barriers to attendance, but also investing in the next generation of scholars, leaders, and clinicians advancing the field of psychology.

We are proud to showcase the innovative research of students whose projects received funding through generous donor contributions. Click the link to view their research posters and celebrate their accomplishments.

2026 Poster Presenters (Fort McDowell, AZ)

First Place
Sela Zakula & Jenalee Remy

I’m a Counselor, I Can’t Falter: A Mixed-Methods Pilot Study

Second Place
Samantha Caldwell

Toward Faster, Fairer Autism Assessment

Third Place
Isabella Thomas

Friendly Fire: Dark Humor in Military Culture

2025 Poster Presenters (Flagstaff, AZ)

First Place
Emily Wilson

Bedtime to Brainpower: Childhood Sleep, Academics, and Adult Working Memory

Second Place
Bailey Brown & Claudia Soto

The Effects of Military Service on Parenting Satisfaction

Third Place
Claire Hsu

Does young love hurt: Analyzing adolescent intimacy and mental health

2024 Poster Presenters (Tucson, AZ)

First Place
Chiara Fusciello

Coping: A Mediator between Support and Depression in ADPKD Patients

Second Place Tie
Vijaya M. Nandiwada-Hofer

Stakeholder Insights Improve Digital Intervention Acceptability and Engagement

 

Ella Salem

Does Anxiety Differ Between Early Birds and Night Owls?