Dr. Gregory Fosco

Professor

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Biography

Gregory Fosco is a professor in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies at Penn State University, where he is also an Edna Bennett Pierce Faculty Fellow in Prevention Research. He holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Marquette University and has extensive experience in family systems processes related to adolescent development. His research focuses on understanding the dynamics of family influences on adolescent behavior, emotional distress, and well-being, as well as developing family-centered preventive interventions. Fosco has published various studies examining interparental conflict, parent-child relationships, and the factors that promote positive adolescent outcomes. He is currently accepting graduate students and leads the Family P.O.W.E.R. Lab, which investigates family contexts impacting adolescent development. His work aims to inform interventions that support families and youth, employing a family systems framework to analyze the complex interplay of relationships within families over time.

Research Interests

Experience

Edna Bennett Faculty Fellow Prevention Research

2023-01-01 — Present

Pennsylvania State University • University Park, PA

Edna Bennett Faculty Fellow focusing on prevention research.

Interim Director

2021-01-01 — 2022-01-01

Edna Bennett Pierce Prevention Research Center • Pennsylvania State University

Oversaw the operation and research activities of the prevention research center.

Associate Professor

2017-01-01 — 2022-01-01

Department of Human Development and Family Studies • Pennsylvania State University

Faculty member engaged in research and teaching in human development.

Courtesy Appointment

2016-01-01 — Present

Department of Psychology • Pennsylvania State University

Undertook a courtesy appointment to collaborate on research and teaching.

Karl R. Diane Wendle Fink Early Career Professor

2013-01-01 — 2017-01-01

Study of Families • Pennsylvania State University

Recognition for contributions to the study of family processes.

Assistant Professor

2011-01-01 — 2017-01-01

Department of Human Development and Family Studies • Pennsylvania State University

Taught courses and conducted research on family systems and adolescence.

Research Associate

2010-01-01 — 2011-01-01

Child and Family Center, University of Oregon • Eugene, OR

Engaged in research on family interventions.

Postdoctoral Fellow

2008-01-01 — 2010-01-01

Child and Family Center, University of Oregon • Eugene, OR

Conducted research in family dynamics and adolescent development.

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Writing Sample
  • Official Transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.