Celebrating undergraduate scholars whose work demonstrates originality, academic rigor, and interdisciplinary thinking.

Current Featured Recipient

Katie Nguyen, Student Writer of the Month

Student Writer of the Month  ·  July 2026

Katie Nguyen

University of South Florida

For an outstanding article examining how investigators evaluate verbal and nonverbal behavior during interrogations through evidence-based forensic psychology.

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Past Recipients

How Recipients Are Selected

Student Writer of the Month recognizes an undergraduate author whose published work demonstrates exceptional originality, analytical rigor, and interdisciplinary scholarship. Recipients are selected by The Behavioral Review editorial board based on the quality, originality, and impact of their published work.

  1. 01

    Originality

    Creative thinking, novel contribution, and a unique perspective.

  2. 02

    Research Quality

    Strong evidence, methodology, source selection, and academic rigor.

  3. 03

    Analytical Depth

    Meaningful analysis, critical thinking, and well-supported conclusions.

  4. 04

    Writing Excellence

    Clear organization, readability, academic tone, and effective communication.