Who are
we?
Pictured left to right: Isaac Sabat, Evan Nault, Maiana Castro, Kristen Jaramillo
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We are the Cougar PRIDE Lab at the University of Houston. PRIDE stands for Psychology Research in Inclusion, Diversity, & Employment. Our research lab focuses on disclosure of hidden stigmas (LGBT, early stages of pregnancy, religion, invisible disabilities, etc.) but we examine all aspects of diversity and discrimination.
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Our Lab
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Dr. Isaac E. Sabat
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Current Graduate Students
Kristen Jaramillo
[email protected]
curriculum vitae Kristen Jaramillo is a Ph.D. Student in the Industrial-Organizational Psychology program. Her research interests include diversity and discrimination in the workplace. She is specifically interested in how numerous identities intersect and differentially impact individuals at work. Kristen received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Alabama in 2016 and her Master of Science degree in Psychology from Texas A&M University in 2023. Prior to joining the program, Kristen worked as a high school AP Psychology teacher in Houston for five years. In her free time, Kristen enjoys biking, hiking, reading, attending concerts, playing with her dog, and watching Netflix. |
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Our
Summer/Fall 2025
Research
Assistants
Our lab would not function without the help of many bright and talented undergraduate students. Please click on the “CONTACT” link if you are an undergraduate student who is interested in working in our lab.
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Diana Carreon Psychology Major and Human Resource Development Minor, Class of 2026 Diana is a junior at the University of Houston and is in her first semester as a research assistant at the Cougar PRIDE Lab. She is interested in researching how to make the workplace more efficient for employees and employers. She hopes to apply to a Masters Program in either I/O Psychology or Organization Development in the future. In her free time, she enjoys going to the gym and trying new coffee shops. 
Mia Ensley
Psychology Major and African American Studies Minor, Class of 2026 Mia is a junior at the University of Houston and is in her first semester as a research assistant at the Cougar PRIDE Lab. Mia's research interests focus specifically on addressing mental health disparities faced by Black Americans; including issues of misdiagnosis and inadequate mental health support within marginalized communities. Drawing from her personal experience with bipolar disorder, she understands firsthand the impact of systemic barriers and healthcare inequities on mental health outcomes. Mia's ultimate goal is obtain her PhD in Clinical Psychology and contribute to research that improves understanding and support for diverse populations' psychological experiences, while advancing early identification and intervention strategies for marginalized communities. |
Julie Pham Psychology Major and Studio Arts Minor, Class of 2026 Julie is a junior at the University of Houston, working her first semester as a research assistant at the Cougar PRIDE Lab. She is interested in researching workplace discrimination and the effects of positive/negative work place environments on employee well-being. She hopes to become a high school Psychology teacher with a future prospect to apply to graduate school in an Industrial/Organizational Psychology program. In her free time, she enjoys exploring new sights and food places, as well as crocheting.
Katlyn Bui
Psychology Major and Human Resource Management Minor, Class of 2026 Katlyn is a senior at the University of Houston and is in her first semester as a research assistant at the Cougar Pride Lab. She is interested in researching about employee motivation and team dynamic/performance as well as workplace discrimination. She hopes to apply to Masters and PhD programs in I/O Psychology in the future. In her free time, she likes to listen to music or play video games to decompress. |
