Brianna Wadler
About Brianna Wadler
Brianna Wadler is a Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant and Instructor at UMass Boston, with a strong academic background in public health and psychology. She has held various roles in research and consulting, including positions at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Harvard School of Public Health.
Current Role at UMass Boston
Brianna Wadler serves as a Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant and Instructor at the University of Massachusetts Boston. She has held this position since 2015, contributing to the academic environment for nearly nine years. In this role, she engages in research activities and teaches courses, supporting the educational development of students in her field.
Educational Background
Brianna Wadler has an extensive educational background. She earned a Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling, Philosophy, and Counseling Psychology from the University of Massachusetts Boston, completing her studies from 2015 to 2021. Prior to this, she obtained a Master’s degree in Human Development from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, studying from 2007 to 2009. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Wesleyan University, where she studied from 1997 to 2002.
Previous Work Experience
Brianna Wadler has held various positions prior to her current role at UMass Boston. She worked as a Project Director at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute from 2011 to 2012 for eight months. She also served as a Research Assistant at Harvard School of Public Health from 2009 to 2010. Other roles include a Consultant at Health Resources in Action for one month in 2013, a Counseling Center Intern at Wheaton College from 2016 to 2017, and a Practicum Student at Metrowest Neuropsychology, LLC in 2017.
Early Education
Brianna Wadler's early education includes attending the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics from 1995 to 1997. This foundational experience contributed to her academic journey, leading her to pursue higher education in psychology and public health.