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Meet Parnia

Assistant Teaching Professor, Psychology

Education

2010 UNC-Greensboro, B.A.
2012 UNC-Wilmington, M.A.
2020 University of Kansas, Ph.D.

Courses Taught

General Psychology
Statistics and Experimental Methods I
Psychology in Everyday Life

Career Specialties

Haj's research area of interest is in social psychology, with a specific focus on interpersonal relationships. Haj uses an interdisciplinary approach to study relationship dynamics--specifically the underlying psychological and endocrinological processes that influence decision-making in relationships. 

Professional and Community Activities

Haj has published her work in several peer-reviewed journals, including Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, Personal Relationships, Archives of Sexual Behavior, and more.