BIOGRAPHY

Robert W. Roeser is an Associate Professor of Psychology in the Department of Applied Psychology at Portland State University and the Senior Program Coordinator for the Mind Life Institute. He received his Ph.D. from the Combined Program in Education and Psychology at the University of Michigan and holds masters degrees in religion and psychology, developmental psychology and clinical social work. In 2005 he was a United States Fulbright Scholar in India, and from 1999-2004 he was a William T. Grant Faculty Scholar.

Dr. Roesers research focuses on school as a primary context of human development and its socializing influences on young peoples identity development, social-emotional well being, motivation to learn, and achievement. He is also interested in adolescent identity development in the context of globalization in developing nations, and the professional identity development of teachers who work with adolescents.

His current research interest is in the area of contemplative education how practices like yoga and meditation can be skillfully integrated into school settings in an effort to reduce stress, enhance well-being, and cultivate mindfulness and self-regulatory capacity among educators, staff, and students alike.

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