Sampson Ipiankama

Human Development and Family Sciences

Cohort: 2025

Hometown: Amangwu-Edda, Ebonyi State, Nigeria

Previous Education: 

• B.Sc., Psychology, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, 2018

Research Interests:

• Cancer survivorship across the lifespan
• Family adjustment to chronic illness
• Stress, coping, and resilience in adults
• Health behaviors and quality of life among adults with chronic illnesses

Advising Committee:

• Major Advisor: Dr. Keith M. Bellizzi
• Associate Advisor: Dr. Candi Nwakasi

Teaching Assistantships:

• Fall 2025 – HDFS 1070: Individual and Family Development
• Fall 2025 – HDFS 4097.  Honors Thesis Preparation Seminar