Psychology Department Staff
Phil Hammack
Department Chair
831-459-1050, hammack@ucsc.edu
Hello! My name is Phil Hammack, and I am Chair of the Psychology Department. I am also a Professor and a member of the Social Psychology Graduate Program and conduct research on sexual and gender diversity. You can read more about my background and my research on my website: www.philliphammack.com As Department Chair, I am responsible for fostering excellence in the Psychology Department’s research, teaching, and service. I also advocate for the goals and needs of our students, staff, and faculty to the Social Sciences Dean, Alumni Relations, and other campus offices. I hope to see you around the Psychology Department! 
Allison Land
Department Manager
831-459-4416, allison@ucsc.edu
My name is Allison and I am the Psychology Department Manager. I work with the faculty and lecturers to create the department’s curriculum and leave plan for the year and facilitate personnel reviews. I oversee all department hiring, the department budget, advise the chair on department matters and supervise our fabulous department staff!
Ezekiel Cerezo
Undergraduate Advisor
Hi! I'm Ezekiel and one of the Undergraduate Advisors for Psychology and Cognitive Science students. I'm available to talk about forms, enrollment, studying abroad, and other advising topics. If you ever have any questions or anything to discuss, I'm happy to talk!
Crystal Dale
Assistant to the Manager
831-459-4194, csantoya@ucsc.edu
Welcome! I provide curriculum and budget support for our faculty and staff. I am responsible for scheduling classes, coordinating the graduate program colloquium series, overseeing area budgets, and completing financial processes under our Department Manager. Faculty and staff please come see me for help with purchasing and reimbursements!
Lily Gardner
Academic Services Coordinator
831-459-5084, lihgardn@ucsc.edu
Hello and welcome! As the Academic Services Coordinator, I am responsible for providing course support to our instructors, administering the research participant pool, coordinating accommodations for DRC students, reserving department spaces, and distributing department keys. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns and I will be glad to help.
Cyrus Howard
Undergraduate Advisor
Hello! My name is Cyrus(they/he) and I’m one of the Undergraduate Psychology Advisors. I’m passionate about art, research, and supporting students. I am happy to answer any questions about resources and academic planning that students may have. Looking forward to meeting with you!
Wendy Kusunoki
Undergraduate Program Coordinator & Assistant Manager
Hi! My name is Wendy Kusunoki and I am the Undergraduate Program Coordinator/Assistant Manager. I look forward to supporting students, faculty, and staff!
Kathy Montano
Graduate Program Coordinator
831-459-4932, kmmontan@ucsc.edu
Hi! I’m the Graduate Program Coordinator, Kathy! I advise, support, and provide resources to our graduate students as they move through their program. Aid prospective students and the campus community in learning more about our programs.
Carrie Walker
Field Study Director
Hi! I'm Carrie, the Field Study Director. As someone who has worked in education for many years, I've seen the power experiential learning has to enhance concepts learned in the classroom, and that's why I'm excited to work with Psychology and Cognitive Science majors to facilitate these experiences. If you want to explore potential post-grad paths and give back to the community, please reach out to me about the Field Study Program. I look forward to meeting you!
