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Linda Hollis

Assistant Professor of Practice
Coordinator, Healthy Aging Certificate Programs
Headshot of faculty member Linda Hollis

Psychology, Room 507

lindahollis@arizona.edu
Pronouns:
She, Her, Hers

As a Gerontologist, my teaching is grounded with the intention of equipping students not only with strong content knowledge but also with practical skills, empathy, and the confidence needed to thrive as professionals and advocates for older adults. Through purposeful asynchronous, online course design, student empowerment, and experiential learning, I strive to create educational experiences that are deeply relevant, personally transformative, and socially impactful.  In 2025, I was awarded the Excellence in Educational Advancement Award.

Research Interests: 

While I am not currently conducting research, my prior work has focused on human–animal bonding and Alzheimer’s disease. I continue to review Manuscripts for The Gerontologist, Innovations in Aging, and Gerontology and Geriatric Education. I support students' Honors Theses on topics including - Perceptions of Aging; Alzheimer’s Disease: Global Approaches to Care; and Alzheimer’s Disease: The Impact on Unpaid Caregivers and Strategies for Systemic Support. 

Updated: 3/06/26

Courses Taught: 

  • PSY 150 - Structure of Mind & Behavior (2022)
  • PSY 300 - Cognitive Neuroscience: A Guide to Mind & Brain (2022)
  • PSY 324 - Fundamentals of Aging: A Multidisciplinary Perspective (2026)
  • PSY 367 - Relationships & Aging in a Sociocultural Context (2026)
  • PSY 386 - Caring for Aging Adults & Self-Care for Caregivers (2025)
  • PSY 449 - Cognitive & Psychological Aspects of Healthy Aging (2026)
  • PSY 450 - Diversity in Aging: A Multidisciplinary Approach (2026)
  • PSY 455 - Mental Health & Mental Wellness in Aging: Through a Culturally Competent Lens (2026)
  • PSY 456 - The Psychology of Death & Loss (2023)
  • PSY 459 - Adult Development & Healthy Aging (2023)
  • PSY 482 - Mental Health & Wellness in Aging (2025)
  • PSY 493 - Internship, Certificate in Healthy Aging (2026)
  • PSY 498 - Honors Thesis, Certificate in Healthy Aging (2026)
  • PSY 499 - Independent Study, Certificate in Healthy Aging (2025)

*Year listed indicates when this individual last taught the specified course.

Updated: 03/11/26

Degrees

  • B.S. Physical Education and Sports Studies, University of Alberta
  • M.S. Gerontology, University of Arizona
  • Ed.S. Educational Psychology, University of Arizona
  • Ph.D. Psychology, Northcentral University