Nicole J. Scienza, Ph.D.
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Nicole was appointed as Assistant Professor in Psychology Child Life in August 2021 after having been part of Utica University as a student, an adjunct professor, and then the Internship Coordinator for Psychology-Child Life. She graduated from Utica with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology, and then from Walden University with a Master’s in Early Childhood Studies before completing her Ph.D. with Walden University in 2019 in Education, with a focus on Early Childhood.
Nicole gained experience working in a variety of child care programs and child care resource and referral agencies. Some of the honors she's received include the Excellence in Teaching Award, given to those who the students vote have engaged them with heart and passion, through the Utica University Chapter of the National Society of Leadership and Success in December 2019, and the Friends of Children Award, issued by the Child Care Council of Cornell Cooperative Extension in May 2008, nominated by parents and employers of those who devote their time and talent to ensure that the youngest citizens have the very best start in life.
Nicole's research includes preschool expulsion and suspension, the impact COVID had on child care workers' distress and children's behaviors, and integrative healthcare methods used by families with children in child care.
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