[1] Supported by an International Advisory Board of psychologists from six countries, members of the institute have engaged in a series of research projects, edited books on a broad variety of topics in international psychology, sponsored numerous conferences, symposia and colloquia, given lectures at many conferences and institutions around the world, and introduced innovative curriculum development.
The institute's objectives are: (1) to sponsor research and publications in international and cross-cultural psychology; (2) to help internationalize the teaching of psychology; (3) to create a network of ties with other interested psychological institutions in the US and abroad; (4) to promote cross-cultural awareness at Saint Francis College by developing courses, workshops, symposia, and conferences; (5) to involve students in cross-cultural research; and (6) to foster a sense of appreciation of the cultural richness in the St. Francis College community.
She practices psychotherapy with a specialization in multiculturalism and is actively involved in efforts to reduce intergroup tensions and prejudice.
Ongoing research and book projects at the institute include the following: Growing up Chinese in New York City; Asian Families in North America; and Immigrants from around the World.
[citation needed] Scientific books published by members of the Institute for International and Cross-Cultural Psychology include the following: