Item response theory is one approach to analyzing self-report scales. Item response theory encompasses various models that link observed scale responses to individuals' unobserved trait. Due to advantages over traditional analytical models, interest in item response theory has grown in recent years. Thus, it is essential to improve methodology to provide the most precise results and inform future users of item response theory methods. As such, the first study focuses on missing data in item response theory models. Equally important is applying item response theory to current measurement issues in psychological test construction. Therefore, the second study involves using item response theory to create a scale measuring bias against non-human animals.

UVA DIVERSIFYING SCHOLARSHIP CONFERENCE The Annual UVA Diversifying Scholarship Conference will be held virtually on Friday, April 9th from 9am-2pm. This year's keynote speaker will be Dr. Monica Williams, an alumna from the UVA clinical psychology program. To learn more about the conference and register, please click here. Registration is FREE and open to anyone interested in learning more about diversity, equity and inclusion in research.

Spring 2021 Clinical Psychology Panel - Monday April, 19, 6-7pm

UVA's Psychological Society's Clinical Psychology Panel is this upcoming Monday April 19 from 6-7pm. Panelists who studied clinical psychology at the undergraduate, masters, and postdoctoral levels will join us on zoom to answer student questions about studying psychology and moving into the professional sphere. We are so excited to hear about their experiences!

Zoom link: https://virginia.zoom.us/j/92271340897?pwd=d1VkenBhemhUTVR3VWhKYncxWVFNUT09

Meet our panelists:

Alex Werntz, Ph.D.

B.A. and M.A. in Psych at UVA, Ph.D. in Clinical Psych at UVA, Virginia Family Therapy

Rebecca Ginsburg, Ph.D.

B.A. at Carleton College, Ph.D. at American University, Practicing Psychologist in C’ville

Laura Laumann

B.A. in Psych and Spanish at UVA, Getting Ph.D. in Clinical Psych at UConn

Maryfrances Porter, Ph.D.

B.A. at Emory University, M.A. in Clinical Psych at UVA, Licensed Clinical Psychologist

We look forward to seeing you there,

Julia Mitchell,

President: Julia Mitchell, [email protected]