Current Undergraduate and Post-Baccalaureate Research Assistants

Alondra Alamillo (Lab manager)

Alondra Alamillo is a junior pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Biological Sciences. Her research interests include the reintegration of justice-involved adolescents, treatment strategies for at-risk adolescents, and police attitudes towards vulnerable populations overall. After graduation she plans to pursue a graduate degree in Counseling.

Nicole Calzada

Nicole Calzada, a senior majoring in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice, has research interests in the impact of mental health access on crime reduction, the prevalence of neurodevelopmental disorders in criminal behavior and recidivism, and the relationship between early childhood trauma, brain development, and criminal behavior. She plans to pursue a master's degree in clinical psychology and aims to secure funding for independent research projects in the future. 

Brianna Delgado

Brianna Delgado is a senior pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice. She joined the lab in February 2024. After graduation, she plans to pursue a master’s degree in clinical psychology, with the goal of becoming a certified therapist. Her research interests focus on mental health awareness, child behavior, and developmental psychopathology, particularly in underserved youth within school and community settings. She is also passionate about exploring how early interventions can prevent recidivism and support reintegration for individuals who have committed offenses.