Graduate Student
Samantha Ulloa studies the link between interpersonal communication and relational standards. Her current research analyzes how past relational experiences shape communication, cognition, and perceptions in present and future romantic relationships.
Bio
Samantha Ulloa earned her B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Statistics from California State University, Monterey Bay. A former McNair Scholar and Sally Casanova Pre-Doctoral Scholar, she is a first-generation Latine M.A./Ph.D. student whose research examines how family dynamics shape partner selection and how these early influences inform communication patterns within romantic relationships. Her work intersects familial, cultural, and interpersonal communication, with a focus on supporting romantic partners in navigating conflict, expressing needs, and fostering effective communication.
Education
B.A. (2024), Cal State, Monterey Bay, Psychology
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