Student Research Assistants

Jadyn Stevens

Psychology Major – Class of 2027

Jadyn is a senior at the University of New England from Rochester, NH. She is majoring in Psychology with a double minor in mental health and rehabilitation, and writing! This will be her fourth year in the Reading Comprehension and Cognition Lab. Her ultimate goal is to be a School Psychologist!

Jadyn is very excited for this year in the lab! Last year she served as the Lab Supervisor but is now working as the Lab Manager this year!

“I am so appreciative and grateful for this opportunity to work with the other labbies and Dr. Stiegler-Balfour! I have been in the lab since I was a freshman, and it has been one of my favorite parts of my college experience. I can’t wait to see what this final year has in store!”

Natalie Higgins

Psychology Major – Class of 2028

Natalie is a junior at the University of New England from Northfield, Vermont. She is majoring in Psychology on the pre-medical track. This will be her third year in the Reading Comprehension and Cognition Lab. After completing her undergraduate degree she plans to attend medical school with the goal of becoming a psychiatrist. ā€œI’m excited to continue growing as a researcher and am grateful for the opportunity to work with Dr. Stiegler-Balfour for a third year!ā€

Lily Lewark

Psychology Major – Class of 2027
Lily is a fourth-year at the University of New England from Bowdoin, Maine. She is majoring in Psychology with three minors in mental health and rehabilitation, art therapy, and gerontology. This will be her second semester in the Reading Comprehension and Cognition Lab. Eventually, she plans to become an art therapist specializing in work with older adults!
“I’m grateful for the opportunity to grow as a researcher, work alongside Dr. Stiegler-Balfour, and get to know my fellow labbies!”