Kurth, Maria

Maria Kurth, Ph.D.

Assistant Research Professor

mfk5959@psu.edu

Maria Kurth, Ph.D., Assistant Research Professor at the Clearinghouse, received a Ph.D. and an M.S. in Human Development and Family Sciences (HDFS) from Oregon State University, with an emphasis in adult development and aging. She completed her B.S. in Psychology and minor in Gerontology from Western Illinois University. Her research focused on a variety of factors that inform healthy aging, including the long-term effects of military service. She is passionate about engaging in collaborative science that promotes the well-being of military families and veterans across the lifespan. At the Clearinghouse, Maria will conduct program evaluations of digital credential and employment initiatives for veterans.