Undergraduate Scholars Program (USP) Committee

Noni Gaylord-Harden, Texas A&M University — Chair
Mayra Bamaca, University of California, Merced — Co-Chair
Melinda Gonzales-Backen, Florida State University — Member

Current Committee Initiatives

Designed to encourage and support junior and senior undergraduate students from ethnic minority groups from North America to pursue graduate work and careers in adolescent development.

  1. Refine application process for undergraduate scholars and mentors for 2026 meeting; Work with President for external funding applications for program. Work with staff and Media & Communications to improve USP resources on the SRA webpage.