
Dr. Melissa Sollom PhD., LSC
Education
• University of North Dakota – B.S. Psychology
• Metropolitan State University – M.A. Community Psychology
• St. Cloud State University – M.S. School Counseling
• Northcentral University – PhD. in Psychology with an emphasis in SEL
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Licenses/Certifications
• Licensed School Counselor K-12
• Licensed K-12 Educator
• Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Certified Trainer
• Restorative Justice Trainer
• CPI Certified
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Work Experience
• Over 14 years of experience as a psychology professor for Minnesota State Colleges
and Universities (MNSCU)
• Professional Researcher for the SEL Program Top 20
• TRIO Advisor and Mentor
• Manager of a Peer Mentoring Program for MNSCU
• Mental Health Associate
• K-12 School Counselor
• Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Coordinator, Specialist, Consultant, and Trainer
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Honors and Awards
• Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Board of Trustees Excellence in Teaching Award for
Part-time Faculty
• On The Spot Recognition Award
• Academic All-Star Award
• Nominated for Teacher of The Year Award
• Making A Difference Award
• Honor Society's Most Influential Teacher Award
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Manuscripts
• Sollom, M. M. (2009). Positive Illusions, Coping, and Psychological Health (Master's Thesis).
Metropolitan State University, St. Paul, MN.
• Sollom, M. M. (2020). A Quasi-Experimental Study on Social Emotional Learning and Primary
Prevention (Dissertation Manuscript). Northcentral University, LaJolla, CA.
https://www.ccsenet.org/journal/index.php/jedp/article/view/0/45247
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Testimonials
Dr. Sollom is an expert in her field, she knows how to take on a problem and find a solution to it.
Great teacher and person, she genuinely cares about you and wants you to be successful.
Dr. Sollom provides humor and personal experiences to her work. She is authentic and passionate about her job.
Gives great feedback. Her lectures are interesting and fun.