Biography

Karen Schmidt is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Virginia, specializing in the measurement of chronic pain, emotion, and personality. Dr. Schmidt received her Ph.D. in Psychology from The University of Kansas, in 1997, and has been a member of the faculty at The University of Virginia since 1997. She teaches courses in Research Methods and Data Analysis, Item Response Theory, and Lifespan Development. Professor Schmidt directs the first year College Science Scholars program. She enjoys running, dancing, gardening, camping, and collecting rocks and gemstones.