Psychology

Mayer Receives Distinguished Professor Award for 2025

Mayer Receives Distinguished Professor Award for 2025

Get to know John (Jack) Mayer, the recipient of UNH's 2025 Distinguished Professor Award, given out during UNH's annual Faculty Excellence celebration in November. Mayer was referred to as a "bit of a rock star" by a colleague in his nomination, lauded for his dedication to students and down-to-... Read More

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