Alumni

A degree in Psychological Science can lead to a variety of careers. NKU Psych graduates can be found working in clinics, mental health agencies, hospitals, universities, businesses, K-12 schools, and government offices.

Here are a few of our alumni: 

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Janelle Briscoe, M.Ed.

Community Director,
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

I work to create an inclusive on-campus housing environment that promotes personal development, citizenship, involvement, and leadership.

Greg Brake

Greg Brake

Senior Program Manager
Microsoft Corporation

I work in the Windows Research group, conducting customer research and performing large-scale data analyses to understand how people are using Microsoft software; my team uses the results to shape future versions of our products to meet the needs of our users.

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Angie Gumm-Buschle, M.Ed., LPCC

Special Education Teacher
Dayton, Ky Independent Schools

I serve students in grades 7 through 12 with cognitive and developmental disabilities.

Sue Magness, B.S.

Recycling Coordinator
City of Cincinnati

I manage the City of Cincinnati’s  recycling programs including: single stream curbside & drop-offs, internal city facilities, and e-waste.

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Cindy Scharf, B.S.

Senior Project Management Specialist, Behavioral Medicine and Clinical Psychology, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center

I manage multiple research projects, including coordinating all aspects of conducting the trials and supervising the research staff.

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Dave Welscher, MA, LPCC

Manager, Employee Assistance Program
St. Elizabeth Healthcare

I provide direct counseling service to the employees and family members of over 60 area companies, conduct psycho-educational trainings, and do Critical

Incident Stress Debriefing; as manager, I supervise other EAP counselors and the general operations of the EAP.

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Aaron Fausz, Ph.D.

Organizational Transformation Consultant,
Kronos, Inc.

 I help organizations manage the transition to automated labor management systems and processes.

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Amy Finke, M.S

Senior Consultant, Decision Sciences
Burke, Inc.

I consult with Burke’s clients on the design, execution, and interpretation of their studies, providing them with insightful results to meet their tactical and strategic research objectives.  

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Melanie Grindle, M.S.

Assistant Director of Admissions,
Northern Kentucky University

I assist families through the college search process, plan recruitment programs, and supervise professional admission counselors and student ambassadors.

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Mike Kelsch

Psychiatric Social Worker
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center

I provide outpatient counseling to children, adolescents, and their families.

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Kevin Rand, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, Department of Psychology,
Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI)

I teach courses in statistics, theories of personality, and psychological testing, supervise theses and dissertations, and conduct research on hope, optimism, and coping, particularly among people with advanced cancer.

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Daniel R. Strunk, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, Department of Psychology
The Ohio State University

I teach undergraduate and graduate courses related to clinical psychology, supervise theses and dissertations, and conduct research on treatments for depression.

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Mark Winters, M.Ed.

Special Programs Principal
Oak Hills Local School District

I work with students and families, supervise teachers, oversee district, state, and federal programs, and develop programs to support the academic and emotional growth of children.