Maria G. Espinosa-Hernandez
Department Chair
Dr. M. Graciela Espinosa-Hernandez joined the UNCW Department of Psychology in 2010. She is a professor and serves as the Chair of the Department of Psychology at UNCW. She is a developmental psychologist originally from Mexico City, Mexico.
Education
2009 Ph D. in Human Development and Family Studies, The Pennsylvania State University.
2005 M.S. in Human Development and Family Studies, The Pennsylvania State University.
2000 B.S. in Psychology, Universidad de las Américas, Puebla. Mexico
Research Interests
Dr. Espinosa-Hernandez's research explores sociocultural and family influences on sexuality, alcohol use, and well-being in Latine adolescents and emerging adults.