Professor Dubar is the Director of the S.P.A Lab and coordinates all research activities in the lab. She was born and raised on the island of Dominica and pursued studies at the University of St. Martin (St. Maarten) and Trent University (Canada), before obtaining her Ph.D. in Psychology, with a focus on Lifespan Development, from Brock University (Canada). She completed her post-doctoral fellowship at Northwestern University (U.S.A). Professor Dubar is passionate about training undergraduate and graduate students in sleep (psychological) research. When she is not analyzing data, writing manuscripts, or preparing lectures, she is either cooking; catching up on Netflix shows/news; sharing adventures with her husband, two energic kiddos, and their cat; or...sleeping"

Leela Hasan (‘25) is a Psychology and Economics double major with a minor in Data Analysis from New Delhi, India and Manila, Philippines. She in interested in adolescent mental health, emerging adulthood, the impact of social media, suicide research, and public policy as it relates to the aforementioned topics. Outside of this lab, she enjoys crafting (crocheting + knitting), reading, and cozy gaming. She hopes to eventually become a licensed clinical social worker, and one day pursue a PhD in Clinical Psychology.

Sierra van Wijk (‘25) is a Psychology, Sociology, and Theater triple major stemming from Bergen County, New Jersey. Sierra is interested in exploring further into promoting improvement of dynamic and inclusive research methods to expand understanding of the impact of intersecting identities on the biological, social, and mental outcomes and differences present in current day research. She intends to use the reaches of entertainment to educate and encourage further inquiries towards improving dynamic and inclusive representation of varying identities. Sierra represents her fellow student workers as a steward and advocate when working outside of the lab as a food service worker, a Resident Advisor, a tour guide, and a Resource Center student worker.  She is an active thespian and present in many POC affinity spaces.

Jeremy Gold ('26) is a junior Psychology major from Needham, Massachusetts. He is interested in learning about mental health and psychosocial development, with particular interest in adolescent and emerging adults. Outside of the lab, he writes for the Wesleyan student-run newspaper, The Argus, is secretary of the Asian American Student Association, and is an active member of various mental health organizations around campus. He enjoys reading, creative writing, and playing piano. After Wesleyan, Jeremy hopes to pursue a career as a clinical therapist.

Rosie Leonard ('26) is a Junior double majoring in Psychology and Education Studies, with a minor in East Asian Studies, from Sharon, Massachusetts. She is committed to advancing her research skills in adolescent mental health and psychosocial behavior. A passionate advocate for mental health, Rosie focuses on raising awareness, improving support systems, and exploring holistic approaches to wellness. Beyond her academic pursuits, Rosie is a Co-Captain of the Women’s Golf Team, Co-founder of the Wesleyan Adopted Students Alliance, a member of the Student Health Advisory Committee (SHAC), and Vice President for the NESCAC Coalition of Student-Athletes of Color (CoSAoC). In her free time, Rosie enjoys reading, listening to Noah Kahan, petting puppies, practicing yoga, and cherishing moments with friends and family.

Asha Madison ('26) is a junior from Moorestown, New Jersey, majoring in Neuroscience and Behavior. She is particularly interested in the role of familial experiences and how those relationships change the ways individuals think about themselves, romantic relationships and friendships. Outside of the lab, she is a member of the Women's Field Hockey team. She enjoys long strolls with friends, reading, dancing and having a nice dinner out with her family. 

Caroline Mancini ('26) is a junior Psychology major from New York City. She is particularly interested in learning more about child and adolescent mental health. She transferred to Wesleyan her sophomore year and found its community and faculty incredibly welcoming. Outside the lab, she is a yoga teacher, on the club tennis team, practices piano, and is involved with various mental health organizations on campus. Caroline enjoys reading, baking, and spending time in nature. After Wesleyan, she hopes to pursue a career in clinical psychology through graduate school and future research involvement.

Paul Quach (‘26) is a junior at Wesleyan University pursuing a Major in Psychology and a Double Minor in Data Analysis and Human Rights Advocacy. As a First-Generation Low-Income Student of Color at Wesleyan, Quach aims to create pathways for his community in Salem, Oregon by inspiring intersectionality and interconnectedness across all his endeavors. Beyond academics, Quach is a Residential Advisor, the Wesleyan Student Assembly Student Life Committee Chair, Co-Chair of the Asian American Student Collective, a part of the Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Program and so much more!

And like his catchphrase says – “WWn’tPQD: What Wouldn’t Paul Quach Do?”

Xiaojing is a junior Psychology and Latin American Studies double major from Beijing, China. She’s interested in the cognitive development in children and the psychosocial adjustment of adolescents. She has taught Pre-K children fundamental concepts of numbers and calculation with designed math games in Waterbury and Middletown and volunteered to advocate mental health in different neighborhoods in Beijing. Outside the S.P.A. Lab, she loves spending time with her loved ones, weightlifting, reading, and experiencing different cultures. After Wesleyan, she hopes to pursue a master's degree in counseling psychology and be a multilingual therapist.

Katie Sykes (‘27) is a sophomore from Westchester, New York who is a prospective Psychology and Economics double major. She is interested in the causes and rationale for behaviors, especially for adolescents and adults. Outside of the lab Katie works as a course assistant, as well as for Long Lane Farm, and volunteers at Wild Wes. She hopes to pursue a Masters or PhD in psychology and continue doing research.