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About

Aya Shigeto, Ph.D. is a developmental psychologist who employs both quantitative and qualitative methods in her research. Her primary focus is on sexuality among college students and sex education on college campuses. Additionally, she explores various aspects of family relationships and functioning, such as parenting and family dynamics. Her recent projects integrate both research areas, investigating how family relationships influence emerging adults' sexual decision-making. Passionate about cultural studies, Dr. Shigeto incorporates cultural perspectives into her research whenever possible.

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Education/Academic qualification

Ph.D. Developmental Psychology, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

… → 2010

M.A. Developmental Psychology, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

… → 2006

B.A. Psychology, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

… → 2003

B.S., Tokyo University of Science

… → 1999

External positions

Research Assistant, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

20092010

Supervisor, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

2009

Instructor, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

20082009

Lab Instructor, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

20062009

Instructor, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

20062007

Teaching Assistant, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

20042007

Research Assistant, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

20032010

Disciplines

  • Social and Behavioral Sciences
  • Psychology