Michelle Leccese

Michelle Leccese, M.A., is an experienced educator and researcher currently serving as Adjunct Faculty at Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology since September 2021, teaching courses in social psychology, psychopathology, and research methods. Michelle has also contributed as a Fellow and Research Insights Collaborator at the Center for Scholars & Storytellers since October 2020, specializing in Game Studies and Development. Previous roles include User Experience Research positions at Activision and Activision Blizzard, focusing on user testing and experience, as well as various research and coaching roles in academic settings. Michelle holds a PhD in Communication and Media Studies from USC Annenberg School and an MA in Psychology from Pepperdine University.