NASP Graduate Student Research Grants

The NASP Research Committee supports student-initiated research through its Graduate Student Research Grants (GSRG). Up to two $1,000 awards are made each year to students who demonstrate exceptional ability to conduct high-quality research that furthers the mission and goals of NASP and has the potential to impact the field positively. GSRG recipients are eligible to receive $500 Travel Grants to present their research at a future NASP convention.

Eligibility and Application Information

NASP student members in either doctoral or non-doctoral school psychology training programs are eligible to apply. Applications are available in the spring for awards to be made at the next NASP Convention.

Download the application instructions here.

Submit your application here.

2010 Award Winners

Troy Loker, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL

Troy Loker is a fourth-year doctoral student. He has been engaged in research exploring the needs of and services for youth with emotional and behavioral disturbances and their families. Recently, his interests have expanded to include research on character strengths and positive indicators of mental health. Troy plans to develop a program of research beginning with his dissertation to further identify and develop school-based practices that foster positive socio-emotional adjustment and development among diverse youth, particularly those who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, or questioning.

Jessica Parker, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC

Jessica Parker received her B.A. with honors in psychology from St. Francis Xavier University in Antigonish, Nova Scotia. She is inspired by the thought of being able to help create environments where children feel safe and happy. Jessica is interested in studying the community and family influences that play a role in the development of children's social understanding upon start of school. Her master’s thesis is an investigation of parents’ perceptions of social capital in their neighborhoods. Jessica started her doctoral studies at the University of British Columbia in January.

Honorable Mention:

Anna Hickey, Illinois State University, Normal, IL
Jennifer Rymanowski, Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY