Meet the Team

Oliver Cheek
My name is Oliver Cheek (he/him). I am a PhD candidate at the University of Windsor, working under the supervision of Dr. Ménard. My research interests include improving the health and wellness of sexual and gender minorities, with a specific interest in transgender populations. My past research experience involved completing an honours thesis on how individuals categorize gender and helping with various 2SLGBTQIA+ centred projects as a research assistant. Outside of research, I like to connect with friends, hike, camp, bake, read graphic novels, and draw.

Morgan Sterling
My name is Morgan Sterling, and I am an Adult Clinical Psychology PhD candidate at the University of Windsor working with the wonderful Dr. Ménard. My research interests focus on sexual and reproductive health and wellness. Previously, I have worked on research involving mindfulness and sexual/genital arousal at Queen’s University as well as mood and anxiety disorders in pregnant populations at Sunnybrook Hospital. Outside of the lab I am a cat mom to Oscar the rescue tabby, a cinephile, and a big fan of contemporary art and museums.

Giancarlo Savoni
My name is Giancarlo Savoni, and I am in my final year of the Honours Thesis program in psychology at the University of Windsor. I have been working with Dr. Ménard on my thesis regarding HIV resilience factors in gay men, along with researching the impacts of queer vs. non-queer sports leagues on LGBTQ+ athletes. Outside of the lab, you will probably find me sitting at my piano practicing classical and contemporary music pieces.

Nicholas Armstrong
My name is Nick Armstrong and I am an Adult Clinical Psychology Master's student. I have a variety of research interests, including sexual health and wellness in LGBTQ+ groups. My undergraduate thesis focused on the impact of COVID-19 restrictions on transitions to university. Other previous research experience has involved resilience and wellbeing in both LGBTQ+ and non-LGBTQ+ groups. In my spare time, I partake in various hobbies but my dog gets most of my attention.
Graduate Students

Jaimes Lilly
My name is Jaimes Lilly, and I am a fourth-year student in the Honours Thesis program in Psychology at the University of Windsor. My research interests focus on sexual health, emotion regulation, and well-being among LGBTQ+ populations. My previous research has focused on emotion regulation and sexual scripts. In my spare time, I enjoy running, hiking, reading, and enjoying a good cup of tea with my cat.

Sophia D'Alonzo
My name is Sophia D'Alonzo and I am in my final year of the Honours Psychology program at the University of Windsor. I have many research interests including measurement development, the risks/outcomes associated with sexual violence, and sexual health and wellbeing. I have worked on research involving where gender diverse individuals access sexual health information, the impact drag artistry has on artists and their audiences, development of an inclusive checklist for sexual activities, and the knowledge mobilization resources institutions share to support their researchers and professors. Any spare time I have usually goes towards playing with my cats, cooking, or reading.
Undergraduate Students

My name is Carolyn Tran. I am a PhD Candidate in the Applied Social Psychology program at the University of Windsor. My research examines racialized and marginalized youths’ experiences of belonging within and across social institutions, with a focus on the systems and power structures that shape those experiences. As a Research Associate working with Dr. Ménard, I continue to strengthen my skills and expertise in qualitative and community‑engaged methods, contributing to interdisciplinary projects focused on equity, lived experiences, and social change. Outside of research, I enjoy lifting weights, caring for plants, and playing video games.
Carolyn Tran
Research Assistants
MPG Alumni
Postdoctoral Fellows
Dr. Nesreen Elkord, 2022-23
Research Associates
Julia Power, MA, 2024-25
Sara Pratt, BA, 2022-25
Honours Thesis Students
Giancarlo Savoni, BA, 2025-2026
Maika Nguyen, BA, 2023-24
Nicholas Armstrong, BA, 2022-23
Alexandra DiFazio, BSc, 2021-22
Madison Jones, BA, 2021-22
Ashley Hurley, BA, 2020-21
Arianna Pitre, BA, 2020-21
Research Assistants
Alex MacTavish, MA, 2023-26
Storm Balint, MA, 2023-25
Sully Thrasher, BA, 2024-26
Aaron Dugan, BA, 2024-25
Jannat Bath-Dhaliwal, BSc, 2025-26
Camryn Kingsley, BA 2025-26
Evgeniya Kim, BA, 2023-25
Riley Fenech, BSN, 2022-23
Maddy Blazer, M.Sc., 2022-23
Dan Aheer, 2022
Hannah Hicks, B.A., 2021-22
Liam Hogan, B.A., 2021-22
Tabarak Baher, M.Sc., 2021-22
Alanna Foulon, M.Sc., 2021-22
Melissa Pare, M.Sc., 2021-22
Olivia Morassutti, B.Sc., 2020-22
Lana Milidrag, B.Sc., 2020-22
Yiu-Yin Chang, M.Sc., 2020-22
Renée Taylor, Ph.D., 2021
Emma Flynn, B.Sc., 2020-21