Meet the Team!
Mentorship is a vital part of a successful academic career. The officers of the Psychology Association strive to provide an opportunity to develop safe and comfortable relationships with members so that they can always feel free to ask questions, get advice, or just have a friend who is currently walking their same path. Here, you can read up on your officers and get to know their focuses in psychology and what they have done so far here at Texas State. Find out which officer best fits your interests and get to know them!
Lyla Keizer
President
I'm a Senior at Texas State working towards my BA in Psychology with a minor in nutrition. After undergrad, I plan on pursuing my Master's & PhD in Clinical Health Psychology. I am fascinated with how our diet can affect our mental health, which is why I'm interested in the connection between nutrition + psychology. My dream job would be working as a clinical psychologist in a holistic, functional medicine clinic. I love hot lattes anytime of the year! I crochet earrings, read books (health-related or historical fiction), and work out in my free time. My favorite study spot in San Mo is Jo's Cafe. :) Thanks for being here!
Maddie Wootan
Vice President
Maddie: I am a Junior at Texas State University double majoring in Psychology and Criminal Justice. After graduating I want to purse my PhD in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Forensics. I have been apart of the Psychology Association for 2 years and have been the events coordinator for the past 3 semesters. My hobby is trying new hobbies and not finishing them for example, I have a half done crochet project, half done embroidery project, and I have a guitar yet I don’t know how to play it. Anyway, I am excited for this year and I hope you all are as well!
Natalie Dwyer
Events Coordinator
I am a junior at Texas State university, majoring in Psychology with a minor in Sociology. I have hopes to attend graduates school and to pursue Industrial and Organizational Psychology. I am a first time officer holder as Events Coordinator, and have been an apart of the Psychology Association for one year. My hobbies include anything involving social bonding and making new friends. I love creating events for my friends and I to have fun new experiences! I hope to open myself up to more hobbies as I continue my college journey. I am very excited to be joining this team and I’m looking forward for the amazing things we will achieve!
Stephanie Salinas
Secretary
I am currently a Senior at Texas State majoring in Psychology with a minor in Business Administration. After graduation, I plan on pursuing my masters in hopes of becoming a licensed counselor. I have been a part of the Psychology Association for almost 3 years now and I am excited to give back to the organization that has helped me so much throughout my college experience. I love being involved in different organizations on campus, I am also a current member of Diamond Sweethearts and Bobcat C.A.R.E!! In my free time, I enjoy spending my time with friends and family. Overall, I am excited for this year and am looking forward to meeting everyone!!
Hayden Rodriguez
Historian
​I transferred from San Jacinto College after getting my Associates in Social and Behavioral Sciences in Spring 2022. I remain pretty active in campus life, I play competitive Esports for the schools Overwatch team, and I am a member of the ΣΛΒ fraternity. My goal is to become a Professional Counselor. This organization has been one of my interests since I joined this school last fall, and I can’t wait to see what we all will accomplish together!
Elsie Keizer
Treasurer
It is my sophomore year here at beautiful Texas State University! My passion for people lead me to major in psychology with a minor in communication studies. I plan on attending grad school to earn my masters and hopefully a doctorate as well in order to become a clinical counselor. I have a few years yet to find my niche but I am interested in working with children! I am heavily invested in campus life and enjoy all the connections and community that I can find. I am quite the dabbler, I enjoy a range of activities from lifting, yoga and rock climbing to crafting, reading and cooking. I am a food enthusiast, whether it’s in the making or consumption of it. I’m glad you decided to join and I hope you develop your spark here!
Aysia Banks
Peer Support Coordinator
I'm a senior at Texas State, pursuing a BA in Psychology with a minor in Business Administration. After completing my undergraduate degree, I plan to pursue a Master's in Professional Counseling. I enjoy watching new shows and movies, with romance being my favorite genre, and I like to go shopping in my free time. My two favorite study spots on campus are the 7th floor of Alkek Library and the fountain next to the TXST letters (weather permitting). I'm excited to get to know everyone. Eat 'em up, Cats!
