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Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2024, Andrews University Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:20:00 +0000 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:20:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu Leaders in the Field http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/64199 Join us as Cirecie A. West-Olatunji, PhD, shares her wonderful insight on "Self-Care in Challenging Times." Cirecie A. West-Olatunji is the Melba Fortuné Martinez Endowed Professor in the counselor education program and currently serves as director of the Center for Equity, Justice, and the Human Spirit at Xavier University of Louisiana. West-Olatunji is the founding director of the Center for Traumatic Stress Research (CTSR). She is a past president of the American Counseling Association (ACA) and the Association for Multicultural Counseling and Development (AMCD). In addition, she has served as editor-in-chief of the "Journal of Multicultural Counseling and Development" (JMCD). Nationally, West-Olatunji has initiated several clinical research projects that focus on culture-centered community collaborations designed to address issues rooted in systemic oppression, such as transgenerational trauma and traumatic stress. West-Olatunji has conducted commissioned research under the auspices of the National Science Foundation, ACA Foundation, Kellogg Foundation, federal Witness Assistance Program, Spencer Foundation, American Educational Research Association, and African American Success Foundation. Her publications include two co-authored books, numerous book chapters and over 60 articles in peer-reviewed journals. In addition to national presentations, West-Olatunji has delivered research papers in Eastern and Western Europe, the Pacific Rim, Africa and the Americas. Additionally, she provided consultation in a PBS initiative to create a children's television show focusing on diversity through KCET-TV in Los Angeles, CA ("Puzzle Place"). West-Olatunji has also provided consultation to the Center for American Education in Singapore and the Buraku Liberation Organization in Japan to enhance their early childhood and counseling initiatives. In 2018, West-Olatunji was recognized as an ACA Fellow. Thu, 12 Oct 2023 19:08:35 +0000 Unlocking Potential Through Research http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/64159 Stop by and check out what the students have been researching. We will be showcasing our emerging research, proposal defended research, dissertation ready research as well as faculty research. You won't be disappointed. Thu, 12 Oct 2023 18:47:05 +0000 GPC New Student Orientation http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/63031 Welcome to the School of Graduate Psychology & Counseling family! This is for those who are accepted into our Graduate Psychology & Counseling department for both summer 2023 and fall 2023. Join us on Sunday, Aug. 27, for our New Student Orientation. You will meet your professors face-to-face, mingle with current students and learn a bit more about our department and how it works.  You will have an opportunity to tour the building and get help with your course plan and registration. Thu, 17 Aug 2023 20:55:30 +0000 Gala on the Green http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/63020 Join us in celebrating the 2023 graduates of the School of Graduate Psychology & Counseling. Graduates will receive their psychology or counseling pin, have an opportunity to thank all those who helped them along the way and just celebrate this wonderful milestone. Fri, 14 Jul 2023 16:50:12 +0000 Mandated Reporter Training http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/62483 The Department of Graduate Psychology & Counseling invites you to participate in "Mandated Reporter Training": <ul> <li> "Reporting Suspected Child Abuse or Neglect in Michigan: A Guide to Detailed Reporting"</li> <li> "Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse"</li> <li> "Identifying and Reporting Bullying"</li> </ul> All those interested in participating, whether in person or via Zoom, will NEED to register. <ul> <li> <a href="https://secure.touchnet.net/C20366_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=1173&SINGLESTORE=true">https://secure.touchnet.net/C20366_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=1173&SINGLESTORE=true</a></li> </ul> The Zoom link will be sent out to only the registered participants the day before the event.  Those interested, can earn SCECHs   Thu, 13 Apr 2023 15:50:03 +0000 Leaders in the Field Lecture http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/61493 Join us as we learn about the blending of art and psychology.  Register for this free event at: <a href="https://secure.touchnet.net/C20366_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=1105&SINGLESTORE=true">https://secure.touchnet.net/C20366_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=1105&SINGLESTORE=true</a> Thu, 03 Nov 2022 18:23:54 +0000 Fall Into Research http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/61476 A showcase of the Department of Graduate Psychology & Counseling's dissertations, student projects and faculty research.  Learn more about ongoing research! Light refreshments will be served. Thu, 29 Sep 2022 22:29:10 +0000 Leaders in the Field http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/59949 Celeste Malone, PhD, MS, is an associate professor and coordinator of the school psychology program at Howard University. She received her PhD in school psychology from Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Prior to obtaining her doctorate, Malone received her MS in school counseling from Johns Hopkins University. Her primary research interest relates to multicultural and diversity issues embedded in the training and practice of school psychology. Specifically, Malone focuses on multicultural competence, the ability to work effectively with diverse populations through the application of cultural knowledge and to demonstrate awareness of and sensitivity to cultural issues. The overarching themes of her research are as follows: 1) development of multicultural competence through education and training, 2) diversification of the profession and 3) the relationship between culturally competent practice and PK–12 student outcomes. Related to her interest in professional issues in school psychology, Malone has continuously held leadership positions in psychology professional associations. She currently serves on the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) Board of Directors as the strategic liaison for the social justice strategic goal. In that capacity, Malone works closely with NASP boards and committees to develop and implement programs and activities to address social justice issues in school psychology and education. Additionally, Malone is an elected member of the American Psychological Association (APA) Board of Educational Affairs, the governance group which develops policies for education and training in psychology. 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