Joshua Isakharov

he/him/his

Writer

Class of 2026

Josh is a Sophomore double majoring in Biology and Psychology. He enjoys reading and writing about various psychological phenomena. One of his favorite books is Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman. In his free time, Josh enjoys practicing martial arts, watching sports (especially the Rangers!), and spending time with family and friends.

Publications:

The Power of Social Influences

by Joshua Isakharov, September 29, 2023 Ever wonder why a person is suddenly motivated to do something that they know is wrong? Incredibly,  psychological influences have more power over people than they might believe. Oftentimes, good people commit deviant behaviors. A good person is a person who otherwise displays actions and qualities that are intended…