Dr. Eun-Young Mun of the College of Public Health named fellow of the American Psychological Association
By: Maya McMillian
Dr. Eun-Young Mun, Regents Professor and Associate Dean for Research and
Innovation, has been elected as a fellow of the American Psychological Association (APA).
APA fellow status is reserved for individuals who have made exceptional contributions to psychology and its related disciplines. This honor reflects Dr. Mun’s distinguished career dedicated to advancing public health through groundbreaking research, interdisciplinary mentorship, and leadership in collaborative team science.
Founded in 1892 with just 31 members, the APA has grown into the largest professional and scientific organization in the United States (U.S.) for psychology and related fields. It now represents more than 172,000 members, including researchers, educators, clinicians, consultants, and students. The APA focuses on applied and clinical psychology, whereas the Association for Psychological Science (APS) centers on scientific psychology. Dr. Mun was named a Fellow of the Association for Psychological Science (APS) in 2023. With her APA Fellow election, she now holds dual fellow status in both leading psychological organizations.
“It feels incredibly special to be recognized for doing what I love—paying it forward,” said Dr. Mun. “The APA convention in New York City in 1995 was the very first international conference I attended, just days after arriving in the U.S. from South Korea, full of excitement for my Ph.D. journey. To receive this honor now feels like coming full circle. I’m deeply grateful and committed to continuing my contributions for the next generation.”
In June, Dr. Mun received the Nan Tobler Award from the Society for Prevention Research, honoring her contributions to synthesizing and communicating empirical evidence in prevention science.
Dr. Shafik Dharamsi, Dean of the College of Public Health, said, “Dr. Mun’s research advances a transformative agenda for healthier communities. Dr. Mun’s contributions have made a significant impact on public health and evidence-based healthcare decisions.