Keynote Speaker

Keynote Address: “Motivating your Future in Psychology” 

Keynote Abstract: Dr. Frederick will present an understanding of motivation with some personal reflections and applications in selecting a career path in psychology.   

Brief Bio: Christina M. Frederick, Ph.D.

Dr. Frederick is currently a Professor in the Human Factors Department at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida. Dr. Frederick received her Ph.D. in 1991 from the University of Rochester with a major in Psychological Development.  She previously taught at the University of Rochester, Southern Utah University and the University of Central Florida. In 2000, Dr. Frederick joined the Human Factors and Systems Department at Embry-Riddle, where her work focused on applied motivation and human factors issues in aviation/aerospace. Dr. Frederick served in various roles in University administration between 2004-2012, including Associate and Interim Provost, and Senior Executive Vice President for Academics and Research. Dr. Frederick’s current research interests examine technology use and personality, subjective vitality, team motivation, and leadership. Dr. Frederick is the author of more than 80 research publications, 5 book chapters and numerous regional, national and international conference presentations on a wide range of topics in psychology. She is currently the Past President of the Society of Psychologists in Leadership, and is a faculty volunteer for Psi Chi, the National Honor Society in Psychology.