Tom Pierick Presents Research at Annual Psychology Convention

2017 May 3

Tom Pierick, a senior from Des Moines, Iowa, was one of seven University of Dallas psychology students to recently present research at the 63rd annual convention of the Southwestern Psychological Association (SWPA).

Pierick's research, "The Effects of Screen Brightness on Reading Comprehension," explored the effects of screen brightness on reading comprehension.

"The commitment of these students to unearth original psychological research exemplifies the fine work of UD's Psychology Department, which has the highest standards of student scholarship and professionalism," said University of Dallas Associate Professor of Psychology Gilbert Garza.

The annual convention, which serves the greater psychological community by providing access to scientific advances and professional development, received more than 570 submissions this year and was held March 31-April 2 in San Antonio.