Matthew Petrizzi Presents Research Findings at fall 2016 Poster Session

2017 Jan 17

Matthew Petrizzi, a Psychology major, is one of 12 Western New England University students who participated in research opportunities this fall. The work encompassed the methodology of psychological research from the conception of a hypothesis to the publication of the results.

Petrizzi's research poject is titled "Effects of Tokenism On Perceived Suitability For Gender Stereotyped Jobs." This study focused on the effects of tokenism and how the effects of tokenism differ with gender in regards to gender stereotyped jobs.

"My research was a rich learning experience that took me beyond the classroom and gave me experience that no other class has thus far."