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College of Social and Behavioral Sciences NEWSLETTER
APR - JUN 2024
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
It's summer time at Purdue, and the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences is heating up with our Summer Newsletter.
We wish you all a sunny and beautiful season.
~ Your SBS Family
What's Happening?
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'Purdue Day of Giving' a Hammer Down Success
Purdue Global raised $53,712 to help support our students and programs.
The SBS Leadership team would like to extend a huge THANK YOU! to all who participated, donated, and spread the word to make this Day of Giving a success for our students.
SBS Represents at the Chair Leadership Academy
"We are delighted to celebrate the successful completion of Level 2 of the Department Chair Leadership Academy, which culminated in May 2024. This marks another significant milestone in our innovative program, which is pivotal for leadership development within the academic community at Purdue Global.
The Department Chair Leadership Academy is a pioneering initiative designed to foster future leaders by enhancing their leadership skills and strategic thinking through a progressive, three-level curriculum. The academy offers a dynamic mix of theoretical instruction and practical application, delivered through interactive sessions and hands-on activities. These are facilitated by a team of seasoned professionals and subject matter experts, ensuring a comprehensive educational experience."
~Mya Fields, Asst. Dean, School of Multidisciplinary and Professional Studies
Congratulations to all the SBS graduates of Level 2!
Purdue Global launches new partnership with Los Angeles County Fire Department
Current student and fire captain leads the charge on new initiative to provide degree credits for department staff
“Our collaborations are an integral aspect of the Purdue Global mission to provide adults opportunities for higher education as an extension of Purdue University’s land-grant mission,” says Shane Kelley, Associate Dean, SBS
SBS DEI Committee presents student success videos
The DEI Committee led by Dr. Maggie Morgan (Academic Dept. Chair of Human Services) along with a team of SBS Faculty released a series of videos to empower faculty and promote student success. The series included Trauma Informed Teaching Strategies, Self-Advocacy, and Time Management.
To view these videos click the following links:
Criminal Justice faculty present at national conference
The Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences held its 2024 annual conference in Chicago, Illinois from March 19-23, 2024. Graduate professors Dr. Holli Vah Seliskar, Dr. Mary Lannon, and Dr. David White, from the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences represented Purdue University Global there, presenting on Friday and Saturday of the conference. Dr. Holli Vah Seliskar shared her presentation titled Writing an Edited Book? Lessons Learned as a Book Editor: Challenges and Opportunities. Dr. Mary Lannon, Dr. Holli Vah Seliskar, and Dr. David White presented their session titled Fostering Resiliency and Independence in Students.
Order of the Sword and Shield Honor Society holds its 1st Annual Induction Ceremony
The Purdue Global University Order of The Sword and Shield Chapter held the First Annual OSS Induction Ceremony. This online ceremony featured a distinguished keynote speaker, Mr. Juan Garcia, from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Talent Acquisition Department. 85 members were officially inducted into the Purdue Global Chapter. Over 40 students, faculty, and family attended. Special gratitude for Faculty Robert Winters with assisting in the ceremony and Faculty Advisors Thomas Anderson and Kristi Pitts for supporting this organization.
Upcoming Live Events
Public Safety Research & Writing Series
Gain insight, knowledge, and understanding of research and writing practices and protocols
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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)
Family Focused, Solution Based, ABA Therapy & Consulting
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Our Pathways to Team Bee offers paid training for individuals interested in obtaining their RBT credential.
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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.
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Our Vision - Making Meaningful Progress -
At Behavior Analysis Services, our mission is to work with our community partners to create meaningful opportunities for our learners to interact in a wide variety of settings. We hope that with the skills we teach, we can improve the experiences of children with autism and their families. We strive for progress not perfection in every skill we teach, with the goal that our clients can become the best version of themselves.
Our Values - Behavior Analysis Services C.A.R.E.S.
Compassionate Care
Our service team is trained to provide client-focused, individualized care to every family we serve.
Applied Research
Creating opportunities to impact the entire autism community through research activities.
Respect for Others
BAS uses person-first language in our treatment plans, written communication, and training activities. However, we recognize this may not be preferred by all.
Evidenced-Based Practices
Individualized programs with a focus on meaningful skill acquisition using research-backed methods, ongoing staff training, and supervision ensure our treatment meets our ethical standards of practice.
Supporting our Community
Through our community outreach efforts: our free community events and free caregiver/stakeholder training opportunities.
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Making Meaningful Progress
We welcome all who feel they can bring positive energy and innovative ideas to our small business.
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Established in 2012, Letapel Inc. aims to bring therapies and services to all ages. Through professional and caring interventions, we are changing lives every day.
Mission: To provide access to early intervention and behavioral services with competence and compassion.
The Early Intervention Program (EIP) is a public program for children under the age of three who are either suspected of having or at risk for developmental delays or disabilities. Potentially eligible children must be referred to the county program All EIP services are provided at no cost to parents. Health insurance may be used for approved services. A child's eligibility for the program can be determined only by state-approved evaluators under contract, and all services must be authorized by the county.
Our Early Intervention program is funded and regulated by the New York State Department of Health and, in New York City, by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, in Suffolk County by the Suffolk County Department of Health, Nassau County by the Nassau County Department of Health, and in Westchester County by Westchester County Department of Health.
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Department Spotlight
LEGAL STUDIES / PUBLIC POLICY
Join us on our LinkedIn page where our Legal Studies and Public Policy team and programs were featured in the month of May!
Our Legal Studies and Public Policy 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.
Gurmit Kaur, J.D.
Dept. Chair
Gurmit Kaur joined Purdue Global as an adjunct faculty member in 2004. She has served as an academic department chair since 2007, overseeing several of Purdue Global’s legal studies programs. She also works on numerous innovations in curriculum, including modularized curriculum, course revisions, and competency-based programs. As the academic dean at Kaplan Higher Education, Singapore, from 2009 to 2011, Kaur worked to internationalize and globalize the syllabus in the Asia Pacific region. Prior to joining Purdue Global, she practiced law for 10 years and also taught law courses for the University of London External Law Program and at the Malaysia Bar Final examinations.
LEGAL STUDIES / PUBLIC POLICY FACULTY
Say "Hello" to our Full-time Legal Studies / Public Policy Faculty.
We appreciate all of our Full-Time and Adjunct Faculty in the Legal Studies and Public Policy Department! Each member of our team brings a unique background and wide-range of experience in the fields of Law, Legislation, Non-Profit Organizations, Public Service, and more. They support students from all over the nation in Undergraduate and Graduate programs (see complete list below).
Click to drop-down to see ALL Legal Studies / Public Policy Faculty
Adjunct Faculty:
Anne Phillips, Brent Halbleib, Bryan Taylor, Carlene DiPrenda, Christopher Howard, Clyde Craig, Crystal Littrell, Cynthia Armijo, Dennis Kehm, Diana Walker, Donna Harwell, Elaine Learner, Emily Rozwadowski, Ginger Devine, Heather Roberson, Jacqueline Medenblik, Jeffrey Gulley, James Kent, James Hazel, Janet Libby, Jennifer Hulvat, Jessica Gauvin, Jodi Gill, John Bermingham, Joseph Marchionda, Joshua Dalrymple, Jymmyca Wyatt, Karen Versuk, Katrena King, Kenneth Stratton, Lynn McNamara, Marcie Patzak-Vendetti, Maria Toy, Mark Wilcox, Martin Connor, Marilyn Smith, Mary-Ellen Walter, Maureen Geisler, Monique Chiacchia, Myra Navarro, Nancy Fioritto, Preston Mighdoll, Robert Reiley, Roger Cusick, Samantha Seaman, Seth Johnson, Stacey Callaway, Susanne Kinsella, Tosha Cantrell-Bruce, Tracy Nothnagel, William Muniak
Program Offerings
AAS Legal Support and Services
BS Legal Support and Services - Paralegal
BS Environmental Policy and Management
BS Legal Support and Services
Pathway to Paralegal Postbaccalaureate Certificate
MS Legal Studies
MS Public Administration
Faculty Spotlights
Brandon Dinkins
The College of Social and Behavioral Sciences at Purdue Global is thrilled to have SMSgt./ Dr. Brandon Dinkins as part of our Adjunct Graduate Faculty in Public Safety. Dr. Dinkins is conducting groundbreaking research on musculoskeletal injuries among US Air Force Security Forces veterans and their connection with occupational-related duties. His recent article, "Optimizing Security Forces Operations: Employing Risk-Based Strategies," was published in the Air University Press Journal, and he was interviewed by the Air & Space Forces Magazine for their piece, "How to Make Air Force Bases Safer and Security Forces Happier." Dr. Dinkins was also featured in the Air University's Tailwinds Podcast, where he discussed his important work. We are proud to have him as a valuable member of our faculty team!
Danielle Hadeed de Silva
In celebration of Mother's Day, our faculty moms opened up about the art of balance as they celebrate this special day. Meet Danielle Hadeed de Silva, a Psychology department faculty member and practicing psychologist based in South Florida. For Danielle, balance is all about being fully present, whether it's quality time with family or connecting online with students. Her wisdom extends to her students, many of whom are parents themselves.
Elaine Dispo-Rendón
The Office of Organizational Culture and Inclusive Excellence hosted a variety of keynote speakers for ASIAN-AMERICAN/PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH. The College of SBS is proud to have Dr. Elaine Dispo-Rendón, Education/Communication Department Faculty on our team! Elaine gave her presentation titled "Asians Above Stereotypes & Beyond Skin Color" on Friday, May 31. What a great way to promote an inclusive environment at Purdue Global!
Jeffrey Fox
Aspiring leaders in the criminal justice field, take note! Meet Jeff Fox, PhD, an adjunct faculty member in the graduate criminal justice program with over 27 years of experience in the field, 21 of which spent with the VA State Police. Dr. Fox has seen it all - from major disasters including floods, hurricanes, snow/ice storms, and the largest traffic crash in Virginia history to civil unrests, protests, a sniper attack, dignitary protection, special event planning, and many major crimes. His expertise in crisis management has led him to publish "The Ultimate Guide to Excellent Crisis Leadership," a book that covers effective leadership strategies throughout all phases of a crisis (prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery).
Julia Nyberg
The American education system has, historically, marginalized groups of students. Certain student populations — specifically Black or African American students, Indigenous, or Hispanic or Latino students — have not necessarily been valued, integrated, or included in the educational landscape.
This disparity can start as early as preschool and continue all the way through higher education.
Julia Nyberg, EdD, faculty in the Department of Education and Communication at Purdue Global, discusses teaching inclusivity at the postsecondary level.
Lisa Phillips
Lisa recently presented at the 2024 International Multidisciplinary Academic Conference held in Orlando, Florida with a presentation titled "A Modern Meta-Analysis of Generational Differences in Work Ethic."
Lisa has also been recognized by students as being gracious and encouraging throughout her courses. Students state, "It is clear that our success is important to you." As part of our psychology department team, Lisa is an excellent example of how important our faculty are to our students' success.
Shannon Pickett
In the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences at Purdue Global, our faculty are recognized around the world! A huge congratulations goes to Shannon Pickett, PhD, LMHC for being featured in an Italian news article about Post Partum Depression and published in The Conversation journal. Shannon was asked to be interviewed as a leading expert in the psychology field.
Faculty Presenters in Professional Communities
There are many faculty who present throughout the year at conferences and professional arenas, publish articles on their research and expertise, and participate in activities that enhance and further their fields. Below are a few that have been spotlighted over the past 6 months.
Legal Studies / Public Policy
Psychology
Human Services
Faculty Presenters within PG
(Click to See all Presenters / Presentations)
General Education Conference
Mary Lannon and Karen Versuk: Overcoming Student Apathy: Promoting an Environment of Caring
Ken Martz: Sifting Through Science: Journeying from Speculative Scenarios to Solid Statements
Kelvin Beckett: The Co-constructed Curriculum: What It is and How to Do It
Jane McElligott: Transitions Toward Compassionate Science With Alternatives to Animal Research and Testing
Julia Nyberg (as part of a team with others on the task force): Purdue Global Artificial Intelligence (AI) Task Force: A Year in Review
Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) Live Event
Kelvin Beckett (as part of a cross-department research team): The Inclusive Classroom: LGBTQIA2S+ Survey and Respect Online Course
Diveresity, Equity, and Inclusion Events
Elaine Dispo-Rendon: Grief Awareness and Sensory Healing Session
Jane McElligott: Women's History Month: Shirley Chisholm-Catalyst for Change
Purdue Global Village
Tuwana Evans and Rikkisha Gilmore-Byrd: Supporting the Social-Emotional Health and Wellbeing of Adult Learners
Dena AuCoin, Julia Nyberg, and Lisa Wright: Better Than a Thousand Days of Diligent Study is One Day with a Great Teacher: How Faculty-to-Student Mentoring Can Improve the Student Experience at PG
Maggie Broderick: So You Want to Write a Book Chapter?
Jeffrey Bailie: How Do Online Instructional Practices Compare with Higher Learning Student Expectations?
Kelvin Beckett (as part of a cross-department research team): Online Instructor Attitudes: LGBTQIA2S+ Research Study Results of the Online Instructor Attitudes Towards Teaching LGBTQIA2S+ Students
Jahna Kahroff: Blooming with Potential: Using Bloom's Taxonomy to Empower Learners
Robert Winters (as part of a cross-department team): Bridging the Educational Divide: AI's Impact on the Future of Lifelong Learning
Karla Drenner: DEI: The Ugliness Behind the Legislative Doors
Linda Simon, Tuwana Evans, Courtney Liferidge: Creating Brave Spaces: Developing Anti-Racist Curriculum that Fosters Faculty and Student Engagement
Brian Craig: Lights, Camera, Action: Inspiring Students with Movies
Ken Martz: Embracing Empathy: Enhancing Connections for Academic Excellence
Juliet Bradley: Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Motivation: The Impact of Culture, Gender, and Faculty Involvement
Dena AuCoin and Carolyn Stevenson (MaPS): “All we are are is ducks in the wind…” An exploration of how music brings joy and creativity to teaching.
Holli Vah Seliskar and Dena AuCoin: Professional Learning Communities and Faculty Well-being in the Online Environment: Results from a Mixed Methods Study
Jason Waldow and Lindsey Jarvie: Multipotentialites: Student Success in an Interconnected World
Lisa Phillips (as part of a cross-department team): Purdue Global Ambassadors – the Avengers of Engagement: Uniting Departments, Fostering Recognition, and Building a Heroic Employee Community
Julee Poole: The 3 R’s of Assessment – Relevant, Relateable, and Real-World – Authentic Assessments
Kristina Noriega: Designing Engaging Courses: Integrating UX into Instructional Design for Optimal Learning Experiences
Lisa Phillips, Susan Wilson, Nelly Dixon, and Aabett Johnson: Evidence-based Approaches in Higher Education to Increase Student Engagement in the Online Classroom
Sean Preston: Maximizing Student Engagement in an Online Setting
Terry Campbell: Publishing and Use in the Classroom
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
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