Jessie Thorup is a psychology student at Missouri Western State University who will graduate in May 2016 with honors. Her research focuses on ADHD and stigma, and she is currently conducting independent research on how understanding one's own mental processes relates to stigma toward those with ADHD. She has presented research posters at regional conferences and is preparing a manuscript on her independent research topic. Thorup is a member of Psi Chi and Alpha Chi honor societies and receives a psychology department scholarship. She plans to continue her education in a healthcare field after graduating.

1. Jessie R. Thorup, Curriculum Vitae 1
Jessie Thorup
Missouri Western State University
(913) 909-1436
Email: jthorup16@gmail.com
Education
I will be graduating in May with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and a minor in
Business. I will graduate with General Studies and Majors honors. After graduation, I plan to
continue my education in a healthcare field.
2012-present B.S., Psychology, Honors (minor in Business), Expected May 2016
Missouri Western State University
Advisor: Teddi Deka
Research
I was part of a research team that investigated the relationship between instructor fluency and
study habits. My main research interest is ADHD and stigma. I am currently conducting an
independent research project assessing the relationship between the perception of one’s own
mental processes and one’s stigma toward an individual with ADHD.
Presentations
Thorup, J., & England, B. (2016, April). The relationship between the understanding of
one’s own mental processes and perception of individuals with attention-
deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Poster presented at the Missouri Academy of Science
meeting, Jefferson City, MO.
Sylvara, A., Thorup, J., Mandracchia, J. T., & Gonzalez, R. (2016, March). The Clinical
Applicability of the Interpersonal Needs Questionnaire in Adult Male Prison
Inmates. Poster presented at the annual convention of the American Psychology-Law
Society, Atlanta, GA.
Thorup, J., Attawia, L., Greene, B., Jackson, R., Stoops, K., & Wikowsky, A. (2015, April).
The relationship between instructor fluency and students’ study habits. Poster presented
at the Spring 2015 Multidisciplinary Research Day, St. Joseph, MO.
Manuscripts in Preparation
Thorup, J. (in prep). The relationship between the understanding of one’s own mental
processes and perception of individuals with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Awards
MIAA Scholar-Athlete Award (3.5 cumulative GPA plus All-MIAA Athletic Honors),
Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association, 2012, 2014-2015

2. Jessie R. Thorup, Curriculum Vitae 2
MIAA Academic Honor Roll (3.0 cumulative GPA), Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic
Association, 2012-2015
Professional Memberships
Psi Chi National Honor Society
Alpha Chi National College Honor Society
Fellowships & Scholarships
Psychology Chairperson’s Scholarship, Missouri Western State University; 2015-2016
(appx. $1,000/year)
References
Benjamin England, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology
Missouri Western State University
(816) 271-4444
Bengland2@missouriwestern.edu
Jon Mandracchia, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology
Missouri Western State University
(816) 271-4528
jmandracchia@missouriwestern.edu
Simone Moody, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist
Division of Developmental & Behavioral Sciences
ADHD Specialty Clinic
Children’s Mercy Kansas City
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, UMKC School of Medicine
(913) 696-5740