CSD visiting assistant instructor elected as FLASHA president-elect | |
Marian A. Lowther, MS, CCC-SLP, visiting assistant instructor in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, was elected as Florida Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (FLASHA) president-elect for the 2022-2023 year and will become full FLASHA president for the 2023-2024 year. Some of the purposes of FLASHA are to promote the study of basic and disordered processes related to human communication, swallowing, hearing, and balance and to advance an appreciation, understanding, and respect for the diversity of both those persons served and the scope of disorders evaluated and managed. The organization also stimulates the exchange of information among the membership and related professions; encourages the pursuit of professional growth and competency among the membership; advocates for both the prevention and treatment of communication (language, speech, or hearing) and related (balance) disorders, and the rights of persons with these disorders; and advances the individual and collective professional interests of FLASHA members.
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CBCS students inducted into Phi Beta Kappa
Nine CBCS students were inducted into Phi Beta Kappa, the oldest and most respected undergraduate honor society for the liberal arts and sciences in the United States:
- Alexis Brandt, Communication Sciences and Disorders
- Caitlyn Deam, Criminology
- Kerri Davis, Behavioral Healthcare
- Kristen Dunavant, Behavioral Healthcare
- Lauren Klima, Criminology (pictured)
- Nelaine Malcolm, Communication Sciences and Disorders
- Madeline Mccullen, Behavioral Healthcare
- Rebecca Schverak, Communication Sciences and Disorders
- Kacey Wood, Criminology
Membership in Phi Beta Kappa is highly selective, and selection is based primarily on scholastic achievement and breadth of education. Read more.
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Behavioral healthcare graduates welcomed to the profession in pinning ceremony
Last Thursday, Spring 2022 graduates of the behavioral healthcare major in the Department of Mental Health Law and Policy received their pins in the MHC Atrium. Seventy-one students were identified as eligible to graduate this semester and were placed in over 20 agencies, including the 13th Judicial Circuit, Juvenile Diversion Program. The graduates were celebrated for their accomplishments as their time as undergraduates at USF comes to a close. Randy Otto, PhD, who served as the guest speaker, shared inspiring words with the graduates as he welcomed them into the profession.
The behavioral healthcare major exposes students to the organization, finances, and outcomes of behavioral health services, and prepares them for employment or advanced professional training in the field. See more photos from the event on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!
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Former surgeon general honored at FMHI Special Reception and Awards Ceremony
Saturday night, the Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute (FMHI) hosted the Special Reception and Awards Ceremony to recognize individuals for their dedication to improving the lives of those with mental and addictive disorders through research, training, and education.
Former Surgeon General David Satcher, MD, PhD received the Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute Humanitarian Service Award; Jack Espinosa, Jr., JD was presented the Community Leadership Award; Kristin Kosyluk, PhD, assistant professor in the Department of Mental Health Law and Policy, was awarded the Outstanding Behavioral Health Research Faculty Award; and Sarah Sheffield, MA, a PhD candidate in the Behavioral & Community Sciences program, was awarded the Inaugural Bob Friedman Endowed Scholarship. Drs. David Shern and Mary Evans were also recognized for their planned gift to FMHI.
Before the ceremony, Dr. Satcher met with a group of CBCS faculty and doctoral students to discuss COVID-19 and disparities in health. Read more.
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CSD celebrates Doctorate of Audiology graduates
The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders honored its Doctorate of Audiology graduates at the Audiology Program Graduation Celebration for the Class of 2022. Suzanne Younker, AuD, who is currently serving on the Board of the Florida Academy of Audiology as past president, served as the keynote speaker. Eleven students graduated from the program this semester.
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Addressing hair discrimination in the U.S.
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"Dr. Kyaien Conner is with the University of South Florida's Mental Health Law and Policy Department..."
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Slay, Z.M., & Robinson D.L., & Rhodes, D.J. (2022). Shared perspectives of strength among Black women social work educators in a global pandemic. Journal of Social Work Education.
doi:10.1080/10437797.2022.2045234
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