Kyle C. Scherr PhD
I am a Professor of Psychology at Central Michigan University. My research uses basic social and cognitive theories to examine a variety of applied outcomes. The majority of my research examines issues at the intersection of psychology and law. An overview of the research areas can be found here and a complete list of my publications can be found here.
I also enjoy my role as an educator and have won teaching awards during graduate school and as a faculty member.
Along with research and teaching, I consult with professionals in the legal system through seminars, workshops, and testimony.
Education
I received my MS and PhD in Social Psychology at Iowa State University. My mentor was Stephanie Madon. I also worked closely with Max Guyll.
Professional History
I started as an Assistant Professor in the Psychology Department at Central Michigan University in fall 2011. I became an Associate Professor in 2015 and a full Professor in 2019.
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In spring of 2018, I had a joint appointment at the University of Michigan's Law School in their Innocence Clinic and at the National Registry of Exonerations.
