Dr. Pj Henry

Associate Professor

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Biography

PJ Henry is an Associate Professor of Psychology at NYU Abu Dhabi with a background in political psychology and intergroup relations. His research primarily investigates beliefs about gender and the ideological principles that shape political and social beliefs, employing survey methodologies and archival data analysis. He is involved in collaborative research projects, including the WeAreNYUAD Survey, which examines student beliefs and attitudes at NYUAD, funded by the London School of Economics’ Middle East Center. Residing at NYUAD after his tenure at DePaul University and an impactful year as a Humboldt research fellow at the University of Bielefeld, he emphasizes the importance of understanding the dynamics within multi-ethnic and multi-religious societies. His academic journey has provided him with invaluable insights into the complexities of intergroup prejudice and social justice.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

NYU Abu Dhabi • Abu Dhabi

Teaching courses on psychology, intergroup relations, and social justice.

Requirements for New York University Abu Dhabi

Bachelor Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:125
Overall
Required:125
Prerequisites
High School Diploma or equivalent
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Specialization Notes

Undergraduate programs at NYU Abu Dhabi are cross-disciplinary. Departments such as Computer Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Philosophy, and Psychology fall under the undergraduate Bachelor of Arts/Science tracks.