Lisa Alvarez-Grindle
Adjunct Faculty
Biography
Lis is an experienced psychology educator and higher education professional dedicated to student success, academic excellence, and meaningful engagement in the online learning environment. She holds a Master of Science in General Psychology and a Graduate Certificate in Health Psychology and teaches undergraduate psychology courses within Grand Canyon University's College of Humanities and Social Sciences. Her teaching experience includes Personality Psychology, Health Psychology, Lifespan Development, and Social Psychology and Cultural Applications. Her approach to teaching emphasizes the application of psychological theory and research to real-world experiences. She encourages students to think critically, engage thoughtfully with diverse perspectives, strengthen their academic writing and research skills, and recognize the relevance of psychological principles in their personal and professional lives. Through individualized feedback, meaningful classroom engagement, and an emphasis on scholarly evidence, she strives to create a supportive learning environment that promotes student growth and academic achievement. In addition to her teaching experience, Lis brings an extensive background in higher education leadership, faculty development, healthcare education, and instructional quality. Her professional experience includes mentoring and coaching faculty, evaluating instructional effectiveness, facilitating professional development, supporting faculty onboarding and training, and contributing to initiatives focused on continuous improvement in teaching and learning. These experiences inform her own reflective teaching practices and commitment to continued professional growth. Lisa maintains a strong professional interest in social and health psychology, faculty experiences in online education, student-faculty interactions, and the application of psychological research to contemporary social and educational issues.
Education
  • Master of Science in Psychology
  • Master of Science in Psychology
Programs Taught
  • Associate of Science in Pre-Nursing
  • Bridge (Master of Science in Occupational Therapy)
  • Bachelor of Science in Biology with an Emphasis in Pre-Physician Assistant
  • Bachelor of Science in Biology with an Emphasis in Pre-Physical Therapy
  • Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education
Classes
  • PSY-255: Personality Psychology
  • PSY-260: Introduction to Psychological Research and Ethics
  • PSY-352: Health Psychology
  • PSY-357: Lifespan Development
  • PSY-362: Social Psychology and Cultural Applications
Licenses / Certificates
  • Certified Allied Health Instructor
  • Certified Hemodialysis Practitioner
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