Andrew McReynolds Ph.D.

Welcome to my website! I am a recent PhD graduate from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, where I earned my doctorate in Learning Sciences & Technologies under the guidance of Dr. Stacy Shaw. 

My research focused on using large-scale national datasets (NPSAS & BPS) to examine the prevalence of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in higher education, how trait curiosity shapes students' propensity to experience hyperfocus episodes, and whether the Hypercuriosity Hypothesis holds up under empirical scrutiny. Beyond my dissertation, I have contributed to projects exploring rest and its benefits for college students across well-being and academic outcomes.

I am currently seeking my next role in institutional research, data analytics, or program evaluation — particularly within higher education, EdTech, or nonprofit organizations focused on student success and equity. For more information on my work, please visit my website and my lab affiliation, the CEDAR Lab.