Dr. Kelli A. Hill, a developmental psychologist specializing in social psychology, is a faculty member in the Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences at the University of the District of Columbia’s College of Arts and Sciences, where she brings extensive experience in research, teaching, and mentoring, with a focus on understanding human development and social behavior.
Experience
Education
Doctor of Philosophy in Developmental Psychology, Howard University Master of Science in Psychology, Howard University Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, The Pennsylvania State University
Roles
Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track), Psychology and Human Development Programs, UDC, 2020-Present Adjunct Professor, Psychology Department, Montgomery College, 2019-20 Adjunct Professor, Psychology Department, Howard University, 2017-20 Adjunct Professor, Clinical Psy.D. Program, The Chicago School for Professional Psychology, 2017-18 Research Assistant, MayaTech Corporation, 2015-17 Coordinator/Consultant, Partnerships for Success, 2013-19 Instructor, Senior Manager, and Assistant Director, Maryland-National Park and Planning Commission Rollingcrest-Chillum Splash Pool and Community Center, 2003-13
Courses Taught
Principles of Psychology I Statistics I Developmental Psychology Sensation and Perception Senior Seminar Special Topics in Social/Psychosocial Development and Nutrition Young Child in the Multicultural Society Child Study, Assessment, and Evaluation
Expertise
Principal Investigator, Social Development and Identity Formation Lab, UDC, 2021-Present STEM Mentor, UDC, 2024-25 Key Leader and Stakeholder, Wards7 and 8 D.C. Prevention Center, 2019-Present
Research Focus / Works in Progress
Social development and identity; parent and child self-efficacy; identity formation; cultural socialization; interpersonal relationships
Leadership
Program Coordinator for Psychology, UDC, 2023-Present Advisor, Psi Chi International Honors Society in Psychology, 2023-Present Chair, Admissions and Retention Committee, UDC Faculty Senate, 2023-Present Scholar. The Center for the Advancement of STEM Leadership Keystroke Program Scholar, 2022-23; 2024-25 Scholar, National Science Foundation Quantitative Research Methodology, 2022-23
Impact
Selected Publications
Hill, K.A. (2024). Mastering academic and social skills through parent-child socialization and the self-regulation continuum between self-efficacy and learned helplessness. Journal of Family Theory and Review. [Not yet published]
Fredericks, A., Owens-Vixamar, D., & Hill, K.A. (2023). From challenges to opportunities: Navigating the pandemic as Black women early career faculty. In C. Bissessar (Ed.), Female academics’ resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic: Intercultural perspectives. Springer.
Hill, K. A., Ramsey, L., Randolph, S., & Parker, R. (2022). Engaging human services and behavioral health professionals in youth-led, adult-guided social action initiatives. Journal for Social Action in Counseling & Psychology, 14(2), 35-47. https://doi.org/10.33043/JSACP.14.2.35-47
Hill, K. A. & Roberts, D.D. (2019). Parent-adolescent communication and social impacts on Black American adolescents’ academic well-being. Journal of Child and Family Studies, 28(11), 3207-3219. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10826-019-01497-3
Selected Presentations
Hill, K. A. (2024). Cultural socialization and self-efficacy building in the classroom.UDC Dynamic and Fluid Series, Washington, D.C.
Vixamar Owens, D., Fredericks, A., & Hill, K. A. (2023).Who am I? Superwoman? The challenges and practices of Black, female, and early career faculty at an HBCU. HBCU Faculty Development Network Conference. Houston, Texas.
Hill, K.A., Robinson, L., & Putney, A. (2023). Parent-child socialization: Helpful and harmful messages in an academic context. Association of Black Psychologists (ABPsi) 54th Annual International Convention. Detroit, Michigan.
Hill, K. A. (2023). Adjusting learning strategies to support classroom size and instructional mode. Teaching-Learning Roundtable, College of Arts and Sciences, UDC, Virtual.
Issifi, R., & Hill, K. A. (2022). Family members’ perspectives on COVID-19 and self-efficacy.FAMU Imhotep Conference. Virtual.
Selected Grants
Howard University School of Education. (2015). Funding for dissertation research. Howard University. (2012). Teaching assistantship. Department of Behavioral Health. (2014). Mental health block grant awarded to Bridging Resources in Communities, Inc. Department of Behavioral Health. (2014). Substance abuse block grant awarded to Bridging Resources in Communities, Inc.
Recognitions
Leader of Promise Award, College of Arts and Sciences, UDC, 2024
