Evans, S. (2017, In Press). Millennial generational learning and leading: Traits, challenges and implications. In
Cunniff, D., Elder, D. & Padover, W. (2017), Educational Leadership Through the Cycle of Change. (to be
published July 2017). Dubuque, Iowa: Kendall Hunt Publishing.
Evans, S. Doyle, T, & Gilbert, S. (2017). Discovering their identity: Using gender nonconforming picture books
in early education classrooms. Literacy Today. International Literacy Association, May/June., 20-21.
Evans, S. & Premisberger, J., editors. (2016). Inspired Stories - NU publication on Inspired teaching
Ferguson, M., Evans, S., Thorsos, N., Porter, S., Pacis, D., & Gilbreadth, J. (2017, In Press). Using children's literature to
facilitate inclusion in education around the world. Proceedings for the International Association of Special
Educators (IASE). Biennial Conference., Perth, Australia.
Kaye-Gehrke, E., Myers, M., Evans, S., & Garman, K. (2016). Pilot study on the impact on the balance of the
autonomic nervous system during equine-assisted coaching: simultaneous heart rate variability in horses,
coach, and client. International Journal of Human Caring. 20:1, pp. 12-14.
Book Reviewer
Fabry, D. (2012). On teaching well: Classroom strategies to increase your teaching effectiveness.
Peer Reviewer for Publications
Editorial Board of The California Reader, 2010-2012
Reviewer, College Reading Association Research Yearbook, 2009- present
Reviewer, Journal of Research in Innovative Teaching, National University, 2009
Peer Reviewer for Conferences
Proposal Reviewer, International Society for Exploring Teaching and Learning Conference: 2015, 2013, 2012
Proposal Reviewer, Association of Literacy Educators & Researchers Conference: 2011,2010, 2009.
Refereed Presentations
Evans, S., Thorsos, N., Ferguson, M., & Porter, S. (July, 2017). Acceptance through inclusive children's
literature. Workshop at the International Literacy Association Conference, Orlando, FL.
Evans, S. & Gilbert, S., (July, 2017). Discovering their identity: Using gender nonconforming picture books in
early education classrooms. Workshop at the International Literacy Association Conference, Orlando, FL.
Ferguson, M., Evans, S., Thorsos, N., Porter,S., Pacis, D., & Gilbreadth, J. (June, 2017), Using children's
literature to facilitate inclusion in education around the world. Proceedings for the International Association
of Special Educators (IASE). Biennial Conference. Perth, Australia.
Refereed Presentations
Ferguson, M., Thorsos, N., Evans, S., & Porter. S. (March 2017). You are not alone: Inclusive classrooms
through inclusive children's literature. 21st Annual Charlotte S. Huck Children's Literature Festival,
Redlands: CA.
Beyer, C.K. & Evans, S. (January 2017). Applying Huna principles to education. Hawaii International
Conference on Education, Honolulu, HI
Evans, S & Comer, U. (January 2017). MChallenges and Implications in Teaching the millennial generation
student. Hawaii International Conference on Education, Honolulu, HI
Ferguson, M., Thorsos, N., Evans, S., Ferguson, A. (November 2016). Finding "inclusion" in children's
literature: Representation of characters with disabilities in children's stories
. Association of Literacy
Educators & Researchers (ALER). Myrtle Beach, SC.
Evans, S. & Comer, U. (October 2016). Millennial generational learning: Traits, challenges, and implications for
teaching and learning. International Society for Exploring Teaching and Learning (ISETL) Conference, Salt
Lake City, Utah.
Schubert,C. & Evans,S. (October 2016) Lighten up! Using Laughter Yoga in the higher education classroom.
International Society for Exploring Teaching and Learning (ISETL) Conference, Salt Lake City, Utah.
Beyer, C.K. & Evans, S. (October,2016). Using Hawaiian Huna principles to transform education.
International Society for Exploring Teaching and Learning (ISETL) Conference, Salt Lake City, Utah.
Ferguson, M., Thorsos, N., Evans, S., Porter, S. (October 2016). Inclusive children's literature: Sharing quality
books for the classroom. CA Council of Exceptional Children Conference. San Diego, CA.
Beyer, C.K. & Evans, S. (January 2016). Applying Huna principles to education. Hawaii International
Conference on Education, Honolulu, HI
Ferguson, M., Thorsos, N., Evans, S., Ferguson, A. (January 2016). Finding "inclusion" in children's literature
disproportionate and inaccurate representation of characters with disabilities in children's stories.
Hawaii International Conference on Education, Honolulu, HI
Chapman, G., & Evans, (January 2016). Learning from resilient people: Applying lessons to promote thriving
among students in higher education. Hawaii International Conference on Education, Honolulu, HI.
Evans, S. & Hexom, D. (October 2015). Mindset & grit in the classroom: Finding the sweet spot in teaching and
learning. International Society for Exploring Teaching and Learning (ISETL) Conf. Savannah, GA.
Evans, S., Doyle, T., & Gilbert, S. (November 2015). Teacher selection and use of gender nonconforming
picture books in early education classrooms. Association of Literacy Educators & Researchers. Costa
Mesa CA
Evans, S. & Dean, C. (November 2015). Implementing the ELA common core: Applying shifts to literacy
courses in special education teacher preparation programs. Association of Literacy Educators &
Researcher. Costa Mesa CA
Kaye - Gehrke, E., Myers, M., & Evans, S. (November 2015). A horsemanship program for healing Veterans -
An evidence-based study on combat veterans who learn horsemanship skills to improve their quality of
life. Poster presentation the 143rd American Public Health Association Annual Meeting. Chicago. IL
Evans, S. (April 2015). Absence of children's literature depicting disabilities: The implications of this
hidden curriculum. -Poster. Council of Exceptional Children Annual Meeting, San Diego, CA.
Doyle, T., Evans, S., Gilbert, S. (January 2015). Gender equity, identity and conformity in picture books: Use
and selection criteria in early childhood classrooms. Presentation at Hawaiian International Conference on
Education, Honolulu, HI.
