Jaclyn Wolf is a doctoral candidate in the School Psychology Program at the University of Arizona. Jaclyn previously attended California State University, Northridge, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology with a minor in family studies, followed by a M.A. in clinical psychology. There, she completed a thesis titled "Peer victimization and depression in Latino youth: School climate and parental support as moderators." Currently, Jaclyn is conducting dissertation research examining how the needs of Latinx English language learner students (e.g., psychoeducational assessment referrals) are being addressed in schools.
Her broad research focus is on sociocultural factors in relation to mental health and educational/academic outcomes of marginalized youth populations (e.g., English language learners, undocumented immigrants, cultural/ethnic minority students). Clinically, Jaclyn has held externship positions in schools, private assessment practices, and hospitals. Upon completion of her Ph.D., Jaclyn intends to pursue a tenure-track faculty position where she is able to conduct psychological research related to underserved and stigmatized populations (e.g., Latinx students), and mentor students. Jaclyn hopes to use her research to inform academic and social/emotional interventions that focus on culturally sensitive practice.