It is the College’s pleasure to welcome a new faculty member to the University of Wisconsin – Whitewater.  Veronica Fruiht has recently been hired in our Department of Psychology.  Veronica graduated from California Polytechnic University with a BS in Psychology and has a master’s degree in Positive Developmental Psychology from the Claremont Graduate University where she is currently completing her PhD.

Here is some interesting information about Veronica:

Hobbies:  I’m a crafty-type and have been the resident seamstress, designer, and cupcake baker in my research lab. Now, I am looking forward to all of the DIY projects that come with a new home! I am also excited to explore a new set of hiking trails and campgrounds in the area.

Research:  My research focus is on hope. In particular, I’m interested in how to build hope and goal-setting skills among adolescents and high risk college students. I also study mentoring relationships and their impact on college student success. 

Personal Life: No spouse or kids, but I look forward to seeing what my pudgy calico cat Barley thinks of snow.

Interesting Facts:  I’m a California native and have never lived or driven in the snow before. I appreciate your patience in advance.