About this Event
A Conversation on Nature, Nurture, and the Journey of Becoming Who We Are
Join a developmental psychologist and professor for The Psychology of Becoming You: How Nature, Nurture, and Experience Shape Who We Are, an engaging exploration of one of the most fascinating questions in science. Together, we'll uncover how our early genetics and lifelong experiences combine to shape us, and why no two developmental paths look exactly alike. From before birth to where you are right now, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the science behind how we grow, learn, and change.
What We'll Cover:
- How nature and nurture work together - Explore how early genetics set the stage and how experiences, starting before birth, shape who we become.
- Why every path is unique - Learn how individual developmental trajectories explain why people with similar starts can end up in very different places.
- How our surroundings shape learning - Discover how our environments, experiences, and even screens and digital media influence how we learn and grow.
Whether you're fascinated by psychology, curious about how you became you, or simply wondering why you and your siblings turned out so differently, you'll leave with a deeper appreciation for how our experiences shape us.
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About The Speaker:
Sarah Kucker, Ph.D. is an Associate Professor of Psychology at Southern Methodist University, where her research focuses on developmental science and language development in infants and toddlers, with specific expertise in how digital media and screens impact learning and development. She earned her PhD at the University of Iowa and was a postdoctoral fellow at UT Dallas before serving on the faculty at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh and Oklahoma State University. Her work aims to answer how our individual experiences and surroundings change how we learn and grow.
Good to know before you come:
- Exact bar location will be disclosed in your confirmation email
- Arrive early to grab a drink and get settled
- The speaker portion lasts 1 hour, with optional time to stay and socialize afterward
- This is a participatory event
- Seating is limited to keep the experience intimate
Agenda
🕑: 06:00 PM - 06:30 PM
Doors Open & Drinks Flow
Info: Arrive early to grab a drink, settle in, and enjoy the atmosphere. Early birds get the best seats and a head start on mingling!
🕑: 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Guided Experience / Talk
Info: Dive into an engaging, interactive session with our speaker. Participate, observe, or simply soak it all in - it's your experience to enjoy.
🕑: 07:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Social Time & Connection
Info: Stick around to chat with fellow attendees, swap ideas, or just relax with a drink. Great conversations often happen after the main event!
Event venue & nearby stays
Sons of Hermann Hall, 3414 Elm Street, Dallas, United States
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