She earned a Ph.D. in School Psychology from the University of Florida in 2014. Dr. Grapin teaches graduate courses in MSU’s School Psychology Program (SPP) as well as advanced undergraduate courses that examine school-based social justice issues. Her approach to teaching is grounded in theory and research on experiential learning and multiple mentorship models. Specifically, she encourages students to acquire basic advocacy skills through structured service learning experiences, active reflection, and engagement with faculty, practitioner, and peer mentors.