Contact Information
Rowley G135
(703) 284-1628
Academic Credentials
B.A., Susquehanna University
M.S., The Johns Hopkins University
Ph.D., University of Maryland
Teaching Areas:
- General Psychology
- Adolescent Psychology
- Human Growth and Development
- Learning and Cognition
Research Interests:
- Adolescent Development
- Media Influence and Use
- Teaching and Learning
- Civic-related Attitudes and Behaviors
Dr. Jo-Ann Amadeo joined the Marymount University faculty in the fall of 2011. Prior to coming to Marymount, she taught both undergraduate and graduate courses at the University of Maryland; served as associate director of a large, international study of civic attitudes and behaviors among adolescents; co-directed a living/learning center for first- and second-year university students; and conducted evaluation research. Her work has afforded her the opportunity to travel extensively; she has presented research findings at conferences in a wide range of countries around the world.
Dr. Amadeo is passionate about teaching and incorporates discussions and hands-on activities in all of her classes. She teaches general Psychology classes as well as classes focused on human growth and development.