Dr. Jordan Arellanes
Assistant Professor
Psychology
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DEG Degarmo Hall
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- About
- Education
- Awards & Honors
- Research
Biography
Grew up in Golden, Colorado. Avid sports fan. Obtained Ph.D. in Human Development and Family Studies at Iowa State University. Dedicated to student educational attainment and career success.
Current Courses
PSY 390.005 Advanced Research Apprenticeship
PSY 327.001 Cultural Psychology: Latino/A Psychology
PSY 331.001 Laboratory In Research Methods For Psychology: Developmental
PSY 446.001 Qualitative and Mixed Methods Research for the Social Sciences
PSY 290.005 Special Projects: Research Apprenticeship
PSY 291.005 Special Projects:Undergraduate Teaching
Teaching Interests & Areas
Classrooms are an opportunity to learn more about the contextual factors that support students' future development. Often, people need assurance of their capabilities or the opportunity to explore what they are passionate about. My classes are designed to help students explore their interests through practice and discussions. Some of the best learning opportunities we can make are through discussions and personal connections with the materials. Trained in flipped classrooms, team-based learning, and SoTL designs.
Research Interests & Areas
I am a trained mixed-methodologist with two main interests, 1) fatherhood and 2) educational equity for Latino families. My work is centered on the belief that research should be designed to make a positive impact for others. Of particular interest, is how do we find our role within society and how can others (parents, mentors, coaches, teachers) change the way we view ourselves and our societal roles. I engage in community-based practice research and the study of teaching and learning.
PhD Human Development and Family Studies
Iowa State University
Ames, Iowa
MS Educational Psychology
University of Colorado, Denver
Denver, Colorado
BS Human Development and Family Studies
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, Colorado
2021 Jim Johnson Award
Psy Chi SPA
2021
2020 Impact Award
Illinois State University
2020
2019 Best Conference Proposal Award
National Council on Family Relations
2019
2017 Best Student Paper Award
National Council on Family Relations
2017
2017 Feldman Outstanding Research Proposal for Research in Family Policy
National Council on Family Relations
2017
Grants & Contracts
Teaching of Psychology’s Scholarship of Teaching and Learning Research Grant. The Society for the Teaching of Psychology. Illinois State University. (2023)
Development of a Contextual Understanding of Student Success on Campus. Scholarship of Teaching and Learning University Research Grants (URGs) FY22.. Illinois State University. (2021)
Promoting Diversity and Inclusion within the Classroom Through Innovative Teaching Practices. Center for Teaching, Learning and Technology. Illinois State University. (2021)
2019-2020 New Faculty Initiative Grant. College of Arts and Sciences. Illinois State University. (2020)
Seed Grants for New SoTL Scholars (FY20). Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL). Illinois State University. (2019)
Journal Article
Arellanes, J., Miller, K., & Wesselmann, E. A Mixed Methods Investigation into Latino Fathers’ Roles in Their Children’s Educational Expectations. Journal of Latinos and Education (2024): 1-13.
Arellanes, J., Hendricks, M., & Su-Russell, C. Cultivating A Collectivist Community on A College Campus for Latinx Students. Journal of Latinos and Education (2024)
Hendricks, M., Arellanes, J., Su-Russell, C., Moon, N., & Vasquez, S. Exploring the Pandemic’s Impacts on Latinx Students’ Learning. Journal of Underrepresented and Minority Progress (2024)
Su-Russell, C., Hendricks, M., & Arellanes, J. Latinx College Students in a PWI: Perceptions of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA), Basic Psychological Needs Satisfaction, and Access to Mentorship. Journal of Underrepresented and Minority Progress (2024)
Wesselmann, E., Kahn, J., Arellanes, J., & Thimesch, A. Exploring the motives for watching horror movies: A replication and extension. No. Psychology of Popular Media (2024)
Arellanes, J., Greder, K., & Lohman, B. The intersection of First-Generation Latino Fathers' Work, Cultural Values, and Communication in Their Children's Educational Attainment. Journal of Latinos and Education 22.5 (2023): 2008-2022.
Wesslemann, E., Hesson-McInnis, M., Beck, J., Atkinson, C., & Arellanes, J. Discussing one’s fan interests with others can satisfy or threaten psychological needs. Journal of Fandom Studies 10.2 & 3 (2023): 157-177.
Arellanes, J., Noël-Elkins, A., & Friberg, J. Is Student Success an Outcome or Process?: A Student led Definition and Description. Phil Feldman (EDs). College Student Journal 56.4 (2022): 411-421.
Miller, K., Arellanes, J., & James, L. Support Father Engagement: What Can We Learn From Fathers?. Journal of Family Diversity in Education 4.2 (2022): 95-114.
Arellanes, J., & Hendricks, M. Teaching Ethnic-Specific Coursework: Practical Suggestions for Promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion within the Classroom. Aaron S. Richmond (EDs). Teaching of Psychology (2021): 1-7.
Arellanes, J., Viramontez Anguiano, R., & Lohman, B. Bettering the educational attainment for Latino families: How families view the education of their children. Journal of Latinos and Education 18.4 (2019): 349-362.
Greder, K., & Arellanes, J. Investing in future generations: Realities and goals of Latino immigrant families. Diálogo: An Interdisciplinary Studies Journal 21.1 (2018): 89-100.
Arellanes, J., Anguiano, Ruben P. Viramontez, & Lohman, B. The Desire to Thrive: Families Overcoming Economic Hardships Through Educational Aspirations. JOURNAL OF FAMILY AND ECONOMIC ISSUES 38.3 (2017): 338-353.
Lannin, D., Bible, J., Harris, P., Russell, L., Arellanes, J., & Yazedjian, A. How is Spontaneous Self-Affirmation Linked to Self-Esteem? A Cross-Lagged Examination. Journal of Research in Personality
Miller, K., & Arellanes, J. A Father-Friendliness Survey: How Do Community Organizations Report Engaging Fathers?. Journal of Community Engagement and Higher Education 15.2: 39-54.
Miller, K., Arellanes, J., Beasley, T., & Kybartas, M. How Father-Friendly Are K–12 Schools? Findings From a Community Survey. School Community Journal 34.1: 85-108.
Wesselmann, E., Arellanes, J., Boyd, S., Driskell, A., & Hesson-McInnis, M. Manipulating Environmental Commitment: A Replication and Extension of Davis et al... Psychological Reports
Presentations
An IDEA on How to Improve Students' University Perceptions. Midwestern Psychological Association. Midwestern Psychological Association. (2023)
Cultivating Student Belonging and Success through a Collectivist Campus Community. University-Wide Teaching & Learning Symposium. Illinois State University. (2023)
Miscarriage, perceived ostracism, and trauma in mothers and fathers.. Midwestern Psychological Association. (2023)
Arellanes, J. A., Su-Russell, C. & Hendricks (2023, Nov.). Latinx sense of belonging through an academic intervention. Paper accepted for presentation at the 85th Annual Conference of National Council on Family Relations. Orlando, FL.
Arellanes, J. A. Faudoa, A.*, Hendricks, M., Su-Russell, C. & Han S. J. (2022, Apr.) Do courses on diversity, equity, and inclusion benefit students’ awareness? [Paper presentation] Midwestern Psychological Association. Chicago, IL
Cultivating a Collectivist Community on a College Campus: Effective Strategies to Support Latino Classroom Perceptions. National Council on Family Relations. (2021)
Lannin, D.G., Bible, J., Harris, P., Arellanes, J., Russell, L., & Yazedjian, A. (April, 2021). The relationship between self-affirmation and self-esteem in adolescents. [Poster Session]. Midwestern Psychological Association Annual Conference. Chicago, IL. (Conference online)