Purdue Global
College of Social and Behavioral Sciences NEWSLETTER
OCT - DEC 2023
Thank you for taking the time to read about what is happening in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences.
If you have any questions or would like additional information added to this newsletter, please feel free to reach out to:
The Office of the Dean at sbs-deans-office@purdueglobal.edu
'Twas the week before break, when all through Purdue, not a student was absent, and neither were you.
The courses were taught by instructors who care, in hopes that Winter Break soon would be there.
The students were happy all ready for rest, with visions of A's and doing their best.
And every instructor with computer in lap, can settle their brains for a long winter's nap.
We are grateful for you; What a difference you make! Happy Holidays to All, and to All a Good Break!
~ Your SBS Family
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UPCOMING FEATURED PROGRAMS:
Psychology (September), Criminal Justice & Fire Science (October), Human Services (Novemeber)
Congratulations to our new
Academic Chair of Public Safety!
Richard Niebusch began his career with Purdue Global in 2005. During his tenure, he has instructed courses in the Criminal Justice Program in a variety of topics. Richard possesses three decades of professional law enforcement experience having served in the role of police officer, detective, and administrator. Niebusch also served as a certified police academy trainer for a more than two decades. Finally, his experience also includes international instruction in criminal justice reform programs through both the U.S. government and international agencies.
We welcome Richard to the SBS Leadership Team!
Graduation Celebration
On October 21, team members from the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences attended graduation at the Purdue University campus in West Lafayette, Indiana. Led by Dean and V.P. Dr. Sara Sander, Associate Dean Dr. Miranda Brand and Academic Chair Dr. Bridget Rivera, faculty members of the psychology department, Olivia Steenburgh, Nelly Dixon, Danielle Hadeed de Silva, Shannon Pickett, Ashley Cauley, and Lynda Mitton, celebrated with graduates at the Black & Gold Reception, the 5k Race, and the Block Party.
FACULTY RECOGNITIONS
Special congratulations and THANK YOUs go out to the following faculty who were mentioned by name by our graduates:
Tara McNealy (Ed/Comm)
Juliet Bradley (HS)
Kristen Brookover (HS)
Melissa Neeley (HS)
Patrick Brady (HS)
Tuwana Evans (HS)
Karla Drenner (MPA)
Lisa Phillips (Psych)
Lynda Mitton (Psych)
Lynda Mitton (Psych)
Jennifer Noblin (Psych)
Joanne Choy (Psych)
Karen Watson (Psych)
Olivia Steenbergh (Psych)
Nelly Dixon (Psych)
Derrick Clouston (Pub Safety)
Kristi Pitts (Pub Safety)
Roger Cusick (Pub Safety)
SBS WINS Triple Awards in PG's G.L.O.B.A.L. Distinction Awards
The Accomplished Learners Award
(Chart depicts PG CJ students outperforming other groups on every assessment on the Peregrine exam in 2023)
Peregrine Assessment Tool for Criminal Justice Team
Team Lead: Shane Kelley
Project Team: Brian Danigole, Chris Findley, Daniel Bilodeau, Donna Yohman, James Ebert, Jodi Levit, John Gibbons, Kristi Pitts, Richard Niebusch, Robert Winters, Roger Humber, Scott Moline, Terry Campbell, Thomas Anderson, Tim Kozyra
The Organization Builders Award
Doctor of Education in Leadership and Innovation Program Team
Team Lead: Lynn Massenzio
Project Team: Misty LaCour, Julia Nyberg, Sean Preston, Betsy Kindall, Jahna Kahrhoff, Marc Tokar, Ryan Eikmeier, Dena Aucoin
The Great Leaders Award
College of Social and Behavioral Sciences Industry Partnerships Team
Team Lead: Sara Sander
Project Team: Bridget Rivera, Dena Aucoin, Tessa Holst, Erica Morales, Erika Buffum, Maggie Morgan, Kimberly Jurowski, Julee Poole, Shane Kelley, Gurmit Kaur, Lynn Massenzio, Guilene Williams, Ana , Gonzalez, Dori Dunkle, Samanthia Nicholas, Manoucheka Belfond, Miranda Brand, Andrew Rachmell
Human Services team attends National Organization for Human Services (NOHS) Annual Conference
Dr. Maggie Morgan (Department Chair, Human Services) and Dr. Juliet Bradley (Faculty) represented SBS at the National Organization for Human Services (NOHS) Conference in Alexandria, Va. November 10-13 where they met the NOHS President James Stinchcomb.
The NOHS is a nonprofit organization representing Human Service practitioners, educators, students and future Human Service Professionals. NOHS works to support all Human Service Professionals in the primary purpose to assist individuals and communities to function as effectively as possible in all major domains of living.
Psychology represents PG at the 2023 Annual NAADAC Conference
As a proud partner of the Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC), we celebrate our own Psychology faculty member, Lakieshia Jones, who presented the exhibit, “Engaging Students and Peer Recovery Support Specialists in the Addiction Profession,” at the NAADAC 2023 Annual Conference! Joined by Dr. Bridget Rivera (Department Chair), Lakieshia represented our Purdue Global Psychology Department as one of 370 education NAADAC Approved Education Providers. NAADAC serves over 100,000 addiction professionals across the nation.
Legal Studies talks SCOTUS cases and more on their YouTube channel.
Check out the latest videos from our Legal Studies Department with Gurmit Kaur (Academic Chair) and the LS Full-Time Faculty as they explore all-things law.
The Importance of Ethical Behavior in the Criminal Justice Profession
The ethical pressures that criminal justice organizations face differ considerably from the ones facing private businesses and other public institutions. Given the amount of authority in the hands of most criminal justice professionals and the potential impact on citizens, it's vital that those working in the criminal justice system understand why ethics are so important.
We sat down with Shane Kelley, EdD, Associate Dean for Public Safety and Legal Studies programs at Purdue Global, to discuss the reasons ethical behavior is important in the criminal justice system.
Upcoming Live Events
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Education / Comm Department presents...
The NEW Doctor of Education in Leadership & Innovation Program
1/16/24 @ 7pm ET (link TBA)
Partner Spotlight
What our Partners mean to us...
"Every one of our partners shares a mutual and vested interest in serving the professions we prepare our students to enter. We value the relationships between our partners and our students, alumni, and faculty team, and we look forward to continue offering quality programs to meet the needs of our shared community."
~Sara Sander (Dean)
Adventure ABA, LLC is a local Arizona company that provides Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy in Phoenix and surrounding areas for the treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Click to Learn more about Adventure ABA LLC
We provide behavior therapy to individuals on the autism spectrum to help them be able to gain their reinforcement independently from the world around them.
We are an ABA company founded by a BCBA with 3 children with ASD. We are locally owned and operated. Our passion is helping people of all backgrounds recieve services and flourish as individuals within them. We have mentorship programs for staff ranging from no experience and just heard about ABA for the first time today to individuals seeking supervision for the BCBA or even those with their BCBA already and now searching for their forever home!
(623) 693-2954
Click to Learn more about Arrows Therapy & Consulting
Our mission is to have a Christian family culture who provides behavioral therapy and consulting that sharpens our children’s skills and to help them overcome their difficulties as they are launched into the world, an to watch them soar into their future.
We are a company in Arkansas who provides ABA services to clients of all ages in any location that they need support. We currently work in school, home, clinic, and a multitude of community settings. We absolutely love our team and growing to support more clients and are so appreciative of Purdue to give us the opportunity to help support our teams in getting a better education to serve our clients the best possible way that we can.
435 Greene Rd 773 Paragould AR 72450
870-205-3188
Arrows Behavior Therapy & Consulting
Trauma Informed Care with a Family Atmosphere
Click to Learn more about Comprehensive Behavior Supports
We may be the tri-state area’s top ABA agency, but for us, it’s always been about the people, not the numbers. We value every child for who they are. We meet every family where they are.
We’re proud to be an advocate for thousands of kids on the autism spectrum. When they feel isolated or misunderstood, we’re here to make connections and make their voices heard.
We know how tough it can be when your child isn’t communicating, learning, or developing the way you always thought they would. At Comprehensive, we’re here for you. We’ll nurture their rich inner world and help them enjoy and participate in the world around them.
With our support, you’ll watch your child flourish.
We’ve helped so many families just like yours.
And we can do it for you, too.
We offer an internship program where students can obtain their BCBA unrestricted hours, as well as a paid Fellowship program for BCBA students.
We offer a lot of support to our staff and have a great team!
Our positions are flexible and part time.
Rates start at $20 an hour and go up from there based on experience.
1-866-222-1111
info@cbsupports.org
Click to Learn more about Denali CRT, LLC
Mission: To service our community through Behavioral and Mental Healthcare
We empower individuals and families through personalized mental health and ABA services. Take the first step towards a better life today.
Miami: 305-602-0268
Ft. Myers: 954-597-5051
Fax: 954-477-7706
info@denalibehaviorcrt.com
Miami:
10200 NW 25 ST Suite # 203-205
Fort Myers:
Denali CRT, LLC
Your Trusted Partner in Comprehensive Mental Health and ABA Services in Florida
Family Focused, Solution Based, ABA Therapy & Consulting
Click to Learn more about Family Beeginings
We are a team of professionals dedicated to providing compassionate and evidence-based practices in the education, communication and behavioral treatment of children diagnosed with speech/language delays, language-learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities.
Our mission is to provide family-focused, solution-based ABA Therapy and consulting to make lasting changes in the lives of our clients. Our treatment services are data-driven and delivered through the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). We believe that the potential to learn is endless, and we strive to help children accomplish stepping stones so that they may work up to their full potential as adults.
Our staff are committed to delivering compassionate and quality care, and receive ongoing professional development to further enhance the effectiveness of their provided services. We use a precise approach of instruction, following a systematic method to strengthen and increase fluency responding. Programs are tailored to each individual learners personal fluency. The emphasis is maximizing the individuals' independence in the home, school, and the community settings to create lasting change throughout their lives.
Our Pathways To Team Bee provides the RBT training for free as well as comprehensive hands on training for those seeking the RBT credential.
Our Fellowship program is designed for a BCBA and BCaBA candidate seeking supervision and fieldwork hours.
(703) 909-9332
Click to Learn more about Horizon Behavioral Consulting
Horizon Behavioral Consulting empowers families to build success and independence by providing therapy services to individuals with autism and their families. The vision at the heart of Horizon Behavioral Consulting is to provide guidance, education, tools and behavioral support for families as they navigate through the complexities of raising a child with special needs.
At Horizon Behavioral Consulting, we understand that as a parent of a special needs child, you may be facing unique challenges that require specialized support and guidance. Our team of caring and qualified individuals are here to provide you with the information and tools you need to help your child thrive. We believe that every child is unique, and we take a personalized approach to ensure that our services are tailored to meet your individual needs. Our goal is to help you and your family achieve the best possible outcomes, and we are committed to providing you with the highest standard of care. Whether you're looking for support in navigating the educational system, managing challenging behaviors, or accessing community resources, we are here to help. We offer a range of services, including consulting, behavioral therapy, and educational advocacy, all designed to help you and your child succeed. We invite you to schedule an appointment with us today and let us get to know you and your family.
4609 Grape Road
Mishawaka IN 46545
574.217.1624
Empowering Families to Build Success and Independence
Quality ABA Services for Northern Michigan Families and Communities, When and Where You Need Us
Click to Learn more about North Arrow ABA Services
North Arrow ABA strives to provide the highest quality behavior analytic services to those affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disabilities, drawing from only evidence-based assessment and intervention when developing individualized goals.
We are always hiring qualified BCBAs and offer an ABA apprenticeship for those interested in seeking their BCBA.
info@northarrowaba.com
(231) 268-0007
10781 East Cherry Bend Road, Studio 10
Traverse City, MI 49684
Click to Learn more about Pastiche Partners, LLC
Pastiche Partners was founded in 2012 to provide compassionate and comprehensive behavior therapy for military families with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) throughout middle Tennessee and southern Kentucky as an approved TRICARE East Region in-network provider. As an independently owned and BCBA operated organization, we specialize in providing individualized employment opportunities to staff and ABA services to children and adolescents within the home, school and community settings of our clients, with particular attention given to the coordination of services across disciplines for effective collaboration.
615-663-8872
admin@pastichepartnersllc.com
Autism Intervention & Applied Behavior Analysis
Helping Your Child be a Part of the Modern World
Click to Learn more about Success on the Spectrum
Success On The Spectrum provides ABA Therapy for children and Caregiver Training for parents. Our goal is to help children develop self-control, independence, and a positive self-concept.
Our long term objective is to teach functional skills that help our clients become fulfilled adults in mainstream society.
Success On The Spectrum provides free supervision and hands-on training to individuals enrolled in a Board Certified Behavior Analyst school. Our paid internship program supports our culture of excellence, accountability, and critical thinking. You will be trained to do everything that the BCBA does and supervised by them while you work. Once you graduate, there is a lot of opportunity to remain at SOS as a BCBA for newly opening locations. Ask us about our student loan tuition reimbursement program!
Click to Learn more about The Hope Source
For over 16 years, The Hope Source's commitment to excellence has led to a groundbreaking behavioral therapy approach and an innovative therapeutic education model, pioneering exceptional learning opportunities for those on the Autism Spectrum. We raise the bar for ethical ABA practice applications in our field, equipping clinicians and technicians with evidence-based strategies across behavior analysis, psychology, neuroscience and special education with respectful, supportive inter-disciplinary collaboration with speech, occupational and other therapists.
Our naturalistic engagements, Purpose Project and Apprenticeship Programs, combine project-based learning with our trauma-responsive ABA goals rooted in social-emotional and executive functioning development to foster meaningful relationship skills and authentic real-world implementation for intrinsic motivation, dignity and personal self-worth. Through our revolutionary hybrid model with Dynamic Minds Academy, we were the first in Indiana to bridge the gap between therapy and education so that clients can grow in a seamless, supportive environment. Therapy provides critical executive functioning skills necessary for an individual to thrive, not just survive in a dynamic classroom or similar complex settings.
From inception, The Hope Source’s definition of success emphasizes quality of life for the whole family, not just the client. Therefore, relationship building is the heart of our holistic mission as we offer readiness and wellness tools for clients and families to empower themselves and embrace possibility as they chart this transformative journey of personal growth.
https://www.facebook.com/asdhopesource/
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-hope-show
Comprehensive Services for ASD: An Interdisciplinary, Whole-Child Approach to Complex Needs
"We believe that the ability to learn is limitless, never-ending and for everyone"
- Allison Lynn Traina
M.S., BCBA, LBS
Founder and Clinical Director
Founder and Clinical Director
Click to Learn more about Traina Behavioral Consulting
Traina Behavioral specializes in Applied Behavior Analysis and Verbal Behavior Therapy for individuals with an autism diagnosis and similar developmental disabilities.
We are dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with an autism diagnosis and their families. We offer the highest quality care utilizing evidenced-based methodology in a warm supportive environment. Traina Behavioral clinicians are highly educated, skilled and compassionate.
We offer ABA therapy in the home, at school, in the community and at our Center in Langhorne, PA.
380 Middletown Blvd Building 704, Langhorne, PA 19047
(215) 346-6822
info@trainabehavioral.com
Click to Learn more about Providence Community ABA LLC
Providence Community ABA was established as a beacon of hope for families with children that are diagnosed with the Autism Spectrum or Intellectual Disorders.
Here at Providence Community, we seek to offer a true sense of community; respecting and integrating cultural nuances while adapting to the needs of each unique family and what they experience.
OUR MISSION: Providence Community ABA is built on the unwavering pillars of our commitment:
To give hope! Lead in serving those who entrust us to provide services to them and raise expectations, while expanding opportunities for peoples diagnosed with autism.
To assist and guide! To offer the assistance and guidance necessary to allow parents/guardians and children to reach the height of their potential
To serve! To always offer parents/guardians the option to seek the most effective course of treatment and services for their children.
Hiring New BCBA and Training
1 (540) 645-4777
Anything is Possible!
It's like being in a play; I'm always in a play. Autism is part of who I am.”
- DR. TEMPLE GRANDIN
Therapy for Kids with Autism that's Fun and Effective!
Click to Learn more about ABA Connect
At ABA Connect, we equip families overwhelmed by the effects of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with tools and confidence for connection with one another and the world around them. We believe every child deserves an opportunity to make meaningful connections with others and have access to the world in which they live. Our approach is based on play, and we focus on each child’s preferred activities to help them learn new skills at their own pace.
At ABA Connect, we help children to form meaningful connections with others and experience the world in life-changing ways. Join us in making a real difference in the lives of those we serve.
ABA Connect
P.O. Box 151716
Austin, TX 78715
833-225-9393
info@abaconnect.com
Click to Learn more about Innovation ABA
At Innovation Behavior Services, our mission is to help people live fulfilling, productive, and happy lives. As Fred Rogers often said, “There's no person in the whole world like you, and I like you just the way you are.” At Innovation Behavior Services, we agree! Our commitment to inclusion makes us stronger and better able to serve our communities.
We are led by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, (BCBA) and maintain the national board's standards for training of all our technicians (RBT certification). We are members of the Council for Autism Service Providers and Advocates (CASP), Behavioral Health Centers of Excellence (BHCOE) and we are a provider (ACE provider) of continuing education units for the Behavioral Analyst Certification Board.
We help improve communication skills, social skills, self-care/self-help skills, independent living skills, play skills, group interaction skills, increasing productivity, decreasing maladaptive behavior and more!
For schools, parent groups and agencies, we provide consultation, design and deliver training to your organization.
(833)521-5230
To provide applied behavior analysis services to individuals on the ASD spectrum.
Engage. Model. Practice.
Click to Learn more about K-Now Behavioral Solutions
MISSION
K-Now Behavioral Solutions, LLC engages in the development of resources, cultivation of professionals, and the implementation of services to support diverse populations through the use of engaging methods while modeling best processes in our everyday practice.
VISION
Dedicated to being a resource for family-focused and client-centered services, research and supervision related to telehealth, education and business development for individuals and organizations, and advocacy and support of underserved populations.
CORE VALUES
Engage in the cultivation of adaptive application and models socially significant behavior through innovation, collaboration, and accountability in our everyday practice.
Innovation - The development of research and education by merging foundational knowledge with relevant technology.
Collaboration - The fostering of partnerships through the cultivation of individual connections for successful outcomes.
Accountability - The commitment to acceptance of our responsibility for our behavior.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT
K-Now Behavioral Solutions, LLC is committed to fostering empowerment and belonging through diversity, inclusion, and equality. We engage, listen, and collaborate with our diverse stakeholders, communities, team members, and supervisees in order to develop a model for best practices.
info@k-nowbehavioral.com
Department Spotlight
PUBLIC SAFETY
Join us on our LinkedIn page where our Public Safety team and programs were featured the entire month of October!
Our Public Safety Leadership Team
Shane Kelley, Ed.D.
Assoc. Dean
Shane Kelley is the associate dean for Public Safety and Legal Studies programs. As a faculty member and leader with over twenty years of higher education experience in student support, faculty administration, and the online classroom, he began his time at Purdue Global in 2005. Kelley previously served as academic chair for graduate and undergraduate public safety programs and academic chair for undergraduate criminal justice programs prior to that. Before becoming academic chair in 2010, he served as associate director of Academic Advising for the Criminal Justice, Legal Studies, and Nursing programs after being promoted as an Academic Advising manager. Previously, Kelly developed online course curriculum for Pearson Education and he also served as an Air Force veteran.
Tomicka Williams, Ph.D.
Assist. Dept. Chair
Tomicka Williams serves as the assistant academic chair for the Department of Undergraduate Criminal Justice programs at Purdue Global. Before moving into a full-time position as an assistant academic chair, Williams was an adjunct faculty member for many years. Additionally, she served as a course leader and Institutional Review Board member with the University. Her experience includes teaching and curriculum development, as well as human resources and city government.
Say "Hello" to all of our
Public Safety Faculty.
We appreciate all of our Full-Time and Adjunct Faculty in the Public Safety Department! Each member of our team brings a unique background and wide-range of experience in the fields of Fire Science, Emergency Management, Criminal Justice, and more. They support students from all over the nation in Undergraduate and Graduate Public Safety programs (see complete list below).
Click to drop-down to see ALL Public Safety Faculty
Adjunct Faculty:
Anderson, Marcella; Arnold, Victor; Barnes, Joseph; Barnes, William; Barrett, Deborah; Berry Austin, Kitty; Bingaman, Aaron; Black, Andrew; Brown, Douglas; Brown, Russell; Bryant, Michael; Bushway, Scott; Call, Matthew; Chraca, Steven; Contino, Gregory; Cusick, Roger; Demeter, Stephen; Denner, Maryanne; Dorman, Jon; Dorriety, Jonathan; Dunker, Steven; Flynn, Terry; Forbes, William; Frickel, Alyson; Fulk, Timothy; Gavette, Christopher; Gill, Jeffrey; Griffin, Jerry; Gross, David; Guyant, Christopher; Hadley, Jared; Harris, Robert; Hauck, Jeffrey-Peter; Heim, Justin; Hicks, Theresa; Holter, Richard; Horwath, Cheryl; Hynes, Laura; Ioimo, Ralph; Isaacson, Todd; Jones, Darryl; Kapperman, Robyn; Kerrigan, Daniel; Lagerwall, Thoedore; Larsen, Carolee; Leerburger, Marian; Legursky, Candida; Libert, Thomas; Long, Peggy; Luckas, Alfred; Madden, John; Major, Aline; Marcum, Catherine; Marsh, Clifford; Matoesian, Gregory; Mauer, Mitchell; McCarty, Alan; McConnell, Michael; Mertens, Val; Miller, Kim; Milliron, Mark; Mitchell, Barbara; Moore, Bruce; Morley, Patrick; Mullany, Jacqueline; Ng, Amy; Norwell, Mary; Patzak-Vendetti, Marcie; Peerbolte, Stacy; Pinter, Kelly; Plank, James; Ponzetti, Robert; Pozesny, Michael; Presley, Brandon; Price, Jamie; Quesinberry, Jeffrey; Reed, Daniel; Robbins, Cory; Roberts, Billy; Robinson, Deborah; Robinson, Douglas; Robinson, Michael; Ryan, Michael; Salter, Michael; Schroeder, Nicolle; Sellers, Kathryn; Selves, Matthew; Sever, Brion; Shanley, Joshua; Sonderman, Rodney; Spencer, Monty; Spoons, Chris; Stacey, John; Stansbery, Isaiah; Stewart, James; Stone, William; Stroud, Tony; Sturzenbecker, Michael; Teague, Anthony; Trombley, Kelly; Wade, Lee; Wagner, John; Warnock, Robert; Washburn, James; Willet, Ronnie; Wilson, Robert
Program Offerings
AAS Criminal Justice
AAS Fire Science
BS Criminal Justice
BS Criminal Justice - Crime Scene Investigation
BS Criminal Justice - Forensic Psychology
BS Criminal Justice - Homeland Security
BS Criminal Justice - Juvenile Justice
BS Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement
BS Criminal Justice - Socially Responsible Leadership
BS Emergency Management
BS Fire and Emergency Management
BS Fire Science
Crime Scene Technician Certificate
Management and Supervision Certificate Criminal Justice
MS Criminal Justice
Public Safety Leadership Microcredential
MS Homeland Security and Emergency Management
HUMAN SERVICES
Join us on our LinkedIn page where our Human Services team and programs were featured the entire month of November!
Our Human Services Leadership Team
Maggie Morgan, Ph.D.
Department Chair
Maggie Morgan has served as the program chair for the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences since February 2020. She joined Purdue Global in 2006, as an adjunct instructor and subsequently worked as an assistant chair in the School of General Education until her promotion to assistant dean. She has over 25 years of experience in human services with a specific focus on military families.
Jessie Budzinski, M.S.W.
Assist. Dept. Chair
Jessie Budzinski has served as the assistant department chair for the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences’ Human Services department since March 2021. She joined Purdue Global in 2009, as an adjunct instructor. In 2011, she added course leader to her role and in 2015, she became a full-time adjunct instructor and faculty mentor.
Before teaching in higher education, Budzinski was a field instructor for the College of Social Work at the University of South Carolina where she supervised and evaluated social work students in the master’s degree program. Budzinski worked with young children with special needs and their families and has presented at state Head Start conferences and national Birth-to-Three Institutes.
Say "Hello" to all of our
Human Services Faculty.
We appreciate all of our Full-Time and Adjunct Faculty in the Human Services Department! This team has extensive backgrounds in Social Work, Mental Health, Counseling, and working with elders, adults, and families and children in a variety of settings. In addition to serving their communities, they support students from all over the nation in Undergraduate and Graduate Human Services programs (see complete list below).
Click to drop-down to see ALL Human Services Faculty
Adjunct Faculty:
Adams, Beverly; Berry, Diane; Bond, Nicki; Brady, Patrick; Brookover, Kristin; Brown, Maria; Bunger, Amy; Capalbo, Valerie; Carter, Lisa; Childs, Molly; Christiensen, Carrie; Claydon, Alyssa; Cooper, Robin; Dockery, Denae; Doughtery, Stephen; Duncan, Nancy; Egan, Tiffany; Evans, Ashley; Farrar, Monica; Floyd, Angela; Frame, Patrick; Gilbert, Miron; Goodwin, William Russell; Grady, John; Graham, Vanessa; Hale, Lynne; Hall, Amy; Harris, Brandi; Harry, Sonja; Henderson, Eric; Horne, Sarah; Houston, Jessica; Hull, Kerrie Ann; Husband, Bonita; Jacobs, Laura; James, Ramona; Johnson, Alicia; Marcus, Allison; McDonald, Jansen; McNair-Williams, Shandrika; Miley, Zachary; Neeley, Melissa; Pavlovych, Yvonne; Permenter, Casey; Peynado, Sandra; Platt, Kimberly; Rader, BrieAnne; Rawls, Brooke; Rivera, Xellex; Russo, Courtney; Sarkar, Shannon; Scott, Kelly; Scott, Wilkedra; Sims, Nilajah Nyasuma; Singer, Jessica; Valentino-Bottaro, Jenenne; Vukoder, Kristy; Whitaker, Elizabeth; Woods, Rebecca; Young, Ann Margaret; Young, Jennifer
Program Offerings
AAS Human Services
BS Human Services
Human Services Certificate Child and Family Services
Human Services Certificate Elder Care Services
MS Human Services - Family and Community Services
MS Human Services - Organizational and Social Services
Community Organization and Advocacy Microcredential
Faculty Spotlight
LYNDA MITTON - PSYCHOLOGY
This Purdue Global professor brings her calling to the online classroom.
For me, working in psychology and concentrating on addiction and trauma was driven by a personal motto of mine: “Go back and get the others.”
I’ve been sober just over 23 years now, but I knew there were other people out there still in the depths of it, and there are still families seeing their loved ones suffer. Being able to make that life-changing difference for others — that’s what started me down this path.
I teach full time now. Sometimes I miss working directly with patients, but I love having a hand in shaping the next generation of counselors. The ones coming up next, we’re going to turn the field over to them, and I want to do it right. I’m passionate about this field, and handing it over is a huge responsibility. I want to make sure those who are going to be helping others feel prepared to do it.
Teaching adult learners through Purdue Global is a unique experience. One of the things I love about teaching them is what they bring to the classroom — what they know. They have such a range of experiences. Some are already working in entry-level positions, and they’re able to share their experience in the discussions and seminars in the classroom. In any discipline, having some career experience is helpful because students collaborate, share their experiences in different areas and discuss how all of this comes together and benefits them, their future clients and their communities.
From the Dean
Thank You!
We continue to appreciate all of our Partners and Alumni! We invite you to participate in our SBS sponsored events like Partner Open Houses, Alumni Success Stories, and more. Information is regularly posted on our LinkedIn site and through our quarterly Newsletter. Thank you again for supporting our students and graduates!
~Sara Sander
Just for Fun!
What can be a cap, a bed, a bank and a bird at the same time?
Check Your Answer:
SNOW