Name: Amy Lynn Young
 
Department at Spalding: School of Professional Psychology
 
Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA
 
Colleges & Degrees
BS: Chestnut Hill College (Philadelphia, PA)
MSEd: Duquesne University (Pittsburgh, PA)
PsyD: Carlow University (Pittsburgh, PA)
 
Family
My husband-Alexander Young
One dog-Oscar
One cat-Salem
Five chickens and two ducks…
 
Number of years working at Spalding: Five years in June 2018
 
Favorite class to teach at Spalding: I could never pick just one! :)
 
Favorite part about teaching student-athletes: They are highly motivated to be successful in every aspect of life!
 
Best part about working at Spalding: The shared commitment to our mission and values!
 
Favorite hobbies: Travel, reading, running
 
Sports played growing up: Tennis, swimming, cheerleading
 
Favorite college sports teams: I don't have a favorite college team, but I love to watch lacrosse.  The history and cultural traditions that tie to that sport are so interesting! 
 
Favorite pro sports teams: Considering where I am from, it's probably no surprise that I am a Steelers fan! My dad has been a season ticket holder since the 1970's and I drive up from Louisville for football games whenever possible!
 
Some thoughts on athletics at Spalding University: I am very proud of our student athletes! They have numerous responsibilities to manage, and they are very committed to their academic, community and athletic achievements.