Megan Stutesman

Megan Stutesman earned her PhD in Applied Developmental Psychology at George Mason University. She also received a MSEd in Human Development from the University of Pennsylvania, and a BS in Psychology and a BA in Dance from the University of Washington. 

Dr. Stutesman’s research interests fall into three primary areas including social cognitive development, psychology of the arts, and contextual influences on development. Her research examines how different contexts and experiences shape social cognitive development across the lifespan. She is especially interested in how experiences in art and art education impact development. She values and employs a variety of research methodologies with an emphasis on mixed methods approaches. 

Outside of work, she enjoys dancing, playing board games, and tending to her many house plants.