Darshon A. Reed

Associate Dean and Associate Professor of Psychology

andersond@uca.edu

IHSB 210

(501) 450-3224

Getting to Know Dr. Reed

Introduction

I’m from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and found my way to UCA after teaching and conducting research. I chose UCA because the Psychology faculty and department were so welcoming.
Where did you get your degrees?

I received my Bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Oklahoma and my Master’s and Doctoral degrees from Oklahoma State University.

What year did you start working for the department?
2012.
What classes do you regularly teach?
Psychology Apprenticeship 1& 2; Multicultural Psychology
Do you have any hobbies, interests, or unique facts you would like to share?
I enjoy water aerobics, playing with my dog, and spending time with my family.
What are your scholarly and/or applied interests?
My research focuses on several aspects of goals and they way we pursue them. I am currently interested in how people conceptualize their goals and how cultural factors influence goal pursuit.