Isabella Flores

Motivated Psychology major at Texas Christian University, expected to graduate in December 2025, with a minor in Criminal Justice and a diverse background in research, clinical, and educational environments. Expertise includes applying psychological principles as a behavior therapist, therapy technician, and Brain Balance coach, effectively supporting children with developmental, behavioral, and cognitive challenges. Research experience includes contributions to the TCU Comparative Cognition Lab, focusing on animal learning and working memory, resulting in two publications and a symposium presentation. Active involvement in Psi Chi, Phi Mu, and Fort Worth Sister Cities International demonstrates leadership abilities, teamwork skills, and a commitment to global engagement. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Qualtrics, and SPSS.

• RESEARCH LAB – LEISING – TEXAS CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY – JANUARY 2023 – JANUARY 2024
• In the TCU Comparative Cognition Lab under Dr. Kenneth Leising, I contributed to research on animal learning, behavior, and working memory. My responsibilities included assisting with experiments and providing animal care for rats and pigeons. I also presented our work at the TCU Student Research Symposium and am featured as a contributor on two publications.
• Publications:
• Gillespie, C., Flores, I., Nerz, J., Cagney, K., Silver, B., Bond, S.R., & Leising, K.J. (April, 2024). The Effects of Alternating Exercise Conditions of Wheel Running in Rats [Poster presentation]. The Michael and Sally McCracken Annual Student Research Symposium, Fort Worth, TX.
• J., Cagney, K., Gillespie, C., Bond, S.R., Flores, I., & Leising, K.J. (November, 2024). Running Distance is Not Affected by Exercise Order [Poster presentation]. Psychonomic Society 65th Annual Meeting, New York City, NY.