Deborah Wiese

Education

• Ph.D. Counseling Psychology, University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI
• M.S. Counseling/Counselor Education, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN
• B.A. St. Olaf College, Northfield, MN

Teaching Interests

I teach courses in the areas of clinical and cultural psychology. All of my classes include a multicultural perspective, with consideration to how issues of diversity and culture are intertwined with various aspects of psychology. I encourage experiential learning and provide opportunities for students to develop critical thinking skills and engage actively in their learning.

Research Interests

My research focuses broadly on cultural competence, psychological well-being, and social engagement internationally as well as in the United States. I am particularly interested in the development of cultural competence, exploring pedagogical strategies and other factors that increase cultural competence in students. I am also interested in psychological well-being in international relocation, conducting mixed-method studies in English and Japanese to evaluate the influence of social support, family dynamics, and cultural immersion in the process of relocating internationally and repatriating to the home country.

Professional Recognition

• LGBTQIA+ Inclusion Award (2021/2022)
• Center for Teaching Excellence Commendation for positive impact on students (2014, 2015, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021)
• Suzanne L. Martin Award for Excellence in Mentoring (2008)
• Newsletter Editor, APA Division 17 Section on Ethnic and Racial Diversity (2007-2009)
• APA Science Directorate Dissertation Award for Excellence in Research (2003)

Selected Publications

• Aggarwal, P., Wiese, D. L., & Raval, V. V. (2022). Mentoring international students in health service psychology graduate programs. In A. James & L. Anderson (Eds.), Letters to a Young Practitioner: Essays of Advice. Cognella.
• Wiese, D. L., Downey, J., Aggarwal, P., & Wickline, V. B. (2022). Enhancing and tracking cultural competencies among undergraduate students. In H. Scherschel (Ed.), Teaching Tips: A Compendium of Conference Presentations on Teaching.
• Aggarwal, P., Wiese, D. L., & Bhuptani, P. (2021). Relational ecological model of identity: A tool for providing culturally competent clinical care in India. International Perspectives in Psychology: Research, Practice, Consultation.
• Wickline, V. B., Wiese, D. L., & Aggarwal, P. (2021). Increasing intercultural competence among psychology students using experiential learning activities with international student partners. Scholarship of Teaching and Learning.
• Wickline, V. B., Shea, A. M., Young, C. D., & Wiese, D. L. (2020). Increasing intercultural competence in undergraduate education: Study abroad is a viable way, but not the only way. Frontiers: The Interdisciplinary Journal of Study Abroad.
• Wiese, D. L., & Wickline, V. B. (2014). Considering the full package: Attention and detail in a short-term study abroad program. International Psychology Bulletin, 18(4), 29-31.
• Wiese, D. L. (2013). Psychological health of expatriate spouses: A neglected factor in international relocation. Asian Journal of Counseling, 20(1&2), 1-31.
• Kaufman, E. A., & Wiese, D. L. (2012). Skin tone preferences and self-representation in Hispanic children. Early Child Development and Care, 182(2), 277-290.
• Wiese, D. L. (2006). Adding a cultural perspective to the undergraduate psychology department. Section on Ethnic and Racial Diversity Newsletter, Division 17 Society of Counseling Psychology, American Psychological Association.
• Ridley, C. R., Hill, C. L., & Wiese, D. L. (2001). Ethics in multicultural assessment: A model of reasoned application. In L. A. Suzuki, J. G. Ponterotto, & P. J. Meller (Eds.), Handbook of Multicultural Assessment: Clinical, Psychological, and Educational Applications (2nd ed., pp. 29-45). San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass.

Grants

• Burckhardt Grant for collaborative cultural experiential learning for domestic and international students (2016, 2017, 2018)
• Parent & Family Programs, Research Award, Miami University (2015)
• Global Initiatives Incentive Fund Award (2013)
• Burckhardt Grant for a short-term study abroad program in Japan (2013)
• Innovation in Teaching and Learning Grant (2010)
• Perry Summer Research Award (2005, 2008, 2009)
• International Travel and Research Award (2007)
• Mellon Grant for collaborative student-faculty project on diverse student attitudes (2005)