René V. Dawis

René V. Dawis
Born
René V. Dawis

(1928-12-29)December 29, 1928
DiedJanuary 11, 2026(2026-01-11) (aged 97)
CitizenshipUnited States
Alma materUniversity of Minnesota
AwardsLeona Tyler Award (1999)
Scientific career
FieldsDifferential psychology,
Counseling psychology
InstitutionsUniversity of the Philippines,
University of Minnesota
Doctoral advisorDonald G. Paterson

René V. Dawis (December 29, 1928 – January 11, 2026) was an American psychology professor. He taught at the University of Minnesota and was professor emeritus until his death. His work focused on individual differences, work adjustment, and human potential. He received the American Psychological Associations's Leona Tyler Award in 1999.