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College of Education & Allied Professions<\/span><\/span><\/h1>\n

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Dr. Cathy Renee Andrews<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Assitant Professor of Practice<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Human Services<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>andrewsc@email.wcu.edu<\/a>
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Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Andrews, C. R. (Coordinator\/Organizer), WCU Equity Summit, “Change Projects: Equity-Centered Improvement Iniatives,” WCU, Renaissance Hotel, Asheville, NC.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Derek Becker<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Associate Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Human Services<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>drbecker@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Pedonti, S. (Presenter & Author), Becker, D. (Author Only), Grist, C. L. (Author Only), Watson, M. (Author Only), Katziff, S. (Author Only), Strong, M. (Author Only), Division for Early Childhood of the Council for Exceptional Children International Conference 2024, “Inclusion of children with disabilities in nature-based preschools,” Hilton Riverside New Orleans, New Orleans, LA.<\/p>\n

Pedonti, S. (Presenter & Author), Becker, D. (Presenter & Author), Watson, M. (Author Only), Grist, C. L. (Author Only), NatStart, “Let’s Go Take a Hike: Outdoor Learning with Parents and in Early Care and Education Settings,” Natural State Alliance- North American Association for Environmental Education, Online, Portland.<\/p>\n

Broomell, A., Becker, D., Glawe, N., Southeastern Psychological Association, “Frontal asymmetry, physical activity, and executive functioning in preschool aged children,” Orlando, FL.<\/p>\n

Becker, D. (Author Only), Broomell, A. (Author Only), Grist, C. L. (Author Only), Southeastern Psychological Association, “Sport Participation, Math Literacy, Executive Function, and Math Achievement Between the Third and Fifth Grade,” Orlando, FL.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Dr. Aarti Bellara<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Assistant Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Human Services<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>abellara@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Winter, Emily L, et al. Mind_body Health in Crisis: A National Survey of How Students Cared for Themselves Amisst the Covid-19 Pandemic<\/em>. COVIC, pp. 1818\u201332.<\/p>\n

Stevenson, Nathan A, and Aarti Bellara. Transition and Future of Assessment for Effective Intervention.<\/em>. Assessment for Effective Intervention, Mar. 2024.<\/p>\n

Winter, Emily L, et al. <\/span>Fat-phobia Among Youth Sport Coaches.<\/span><\/i>. Journal of Sport and Social Issues, Jan. 2024, doi:10.1177\/01937235231223988.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Bellara, Aarti, et al. \u201cTourette Syndrome.\u201d <\/span>Oxford Desk Reference on School Psychology<\/span><\/i>, Oxford University Press, 2024.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Bellara, A., Stevenson, N. A., “Breaking through peer review: How to start, advance, and manage reviewing for journals.,” Badar Kauffman, Kent, OH.<\/p>\n

Bellara, A., Equity Summitt, “Evidenced-based practices to prepare para professionals for working with students with disabilities.,” Western Carolina University, Asheville, NC.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Dr. Andrew Bobilya<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Full Professor\/Assistant Department Head<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Human Services<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>ajbobilya@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Publications<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

Bobilya, Andrew Jerome, et al. Trends and Issues in Experiential and Outdoor Education Programs<\/em>. no. Advance online publication, Journal of Experiential Education, Mar. 2024, doi:https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1177\/10538259241239586<\/a>.<\/p>\n

McCole, Dan, et al. Navigating the Professoriate in Contemporary Academia: A Co\/autoethnography of Seven Outdoor Educators\/university Faculty<\/em>. no. 1, Journal of Faculty Development, Jan. 2024, pp. 45\u201353, Co-author on published paper.<\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Bobilya, A. J., Faircloth, W. B. (Presenter & Author), Daniel, B. (Presenter & Author), Wilderness Therapy Symposium, “The psychology of risk and 21st century wilderness therapy program participants,” Outdoor Behavioral Healthcare Council, Embassy Suites, Asheville, NC.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Dr. Russ Curtis<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Full Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Human Services<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>curtis@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Sherlock, J. J., Curtis, R. C., 2024 NCCA Conference, “Understanding Corporate Psychopathy’s Impact on Climate Change and Mental Health Disparities Among Marginalized Communities.,” North Carolina Counseling Association, Greensboro, NC.<\/p>\n

Mathias, C. (Presenter & Author), Schultz, C. S., Curtis, R. C., Schultz, J., Wynn, D., The Academy of Leisure Sciences Conference on Research and Teaching, “The Parts I\u2019ve Lost: An autoethnographic study of a transition program designed to aid former wilderness therapy instructors,” The Academy of Leisure Sciences, New Orleans, LA.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Ms. Kayler Elizabeth DeBrew<\/span><\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Other\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Human Services<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>kdebrew@email.wcu.edu<\/a>
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Publications<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

DeBrew, Kayler Elizabeth, et al. Confronting and (Re)constructing \u201cConquest Culture\u201d in Outdoor Adventure: A Critical Analysis of #Microadventure Content on Facebook and Instagram<\/em>. no. 4, Journal of Outdoor Recreation, Education, and Leadership, Nov. 2024, pp. 76\u2013102, doi:10.18666\/jorel-2024-12507.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Dr. Dustin Evatt<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Assistant Professor of Practice<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Human Services<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>devatt@email.wcu.edu<\/a>
<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Publications\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

Evatt, William. Working in the Crosshairs: Complex Decision-Making in Anti-DEI Political Times<\/em>. ACPA Developments, Jan. 2024, https:\/\/developments.myacpa.org\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Perry, A. L., Evatt, D. (Presenter & Author), 2024 NASPA Conference, “Recruiting, Supervising, Teaching, and Supporting Gen Z Graduate Students. National Association for Student Personnel Administrators,” National Association for Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA), Seattle, WA.<\/p>\n

Evatt, D. (Presenter & Author), 2024 NASPA Conference, “Why Civic Engagement?: Exploring Civic Engagement and Meaning-Making Among LGBTQ+ College Students in the South,” National Association for Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA), Seattle, WA.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Dr. Marie-Line Germain<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Full Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Human Services<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>mgermain@wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Germain, M.-L., Academy of Human Resource Development conference, “AI is the Recruiter\u2019s Secret Weapon,” Washington D.C.<\/p>\n

Germain, M.-L., Academy of Human Resource Development conference, “Caution: The Disruptive Impact of People Analytics on Management,” Washington DC.<\/p>\n

Germain, M.-L., Academy of Human Resource Development conference, “Using AI for Training and Development in the U.S. Space Force: Equipping Guardians for the Future,” Washington DC.<\/p>\n

Germain, M.-L., Academy of Human Resource Development conference, “Using Humans to Counter AI Recruiting Bias,” Washington DC.<\/p>\n

Germain, M.-L., Academy of Human Resource Development conference, “Benefits of Utilizing Gamification in HRD,” Minneapolis, MN.<\/p>\n

Germain, M.-L., Academy of Human Resource Development conference, “Investigating Lookism Within the Moroccan Hospitality Industry,” Minneapolis, MN.<\/p>\n

Germain, M.-L., Academy of Human Resource Development conference, “Squid Game: Lessons Learned and Takeaways for HRD Leaders,” Minneapolis, MN.<\/p>\n

Germain, M.-L., Academy of Human Resource Development conference, “Using HR Predictive Analytics in Talent Retention,” Minneapolis, MN.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Dr. Cathy Grist<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Full<\/span> Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Human Services<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>clgrist@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Pedonti, S. (Presenter & Author), Becker, D. (Author Only), Grist, C. L. (Author Only), Watson, M. (Author Only), Katziff, S. (Author Only), Strong, M. (Author Only), Division for Early Childhood of the Council for Exceptional Children International Conference 2024, “Inclusion of children with disabilities in nature-based preschools,” Hilton Riverside New Orleans, New Orleans, LA.<\/p>\n

Pedonti, S. (Presenter & Author), Becker, D. (Presenter & Author), Watson, M. (Author Only), Grist, C. L. (Author Only), NatStart, “Let’s Go Take a Hike: Outdoor Learning with Parents and in Early Care and Education Settings,” Natural State Alliance- North American Association for Environmental Education, Online, Portland.<\/p>\n

Grist, C. L. (Presenter & Author), O’Brien, F. (Presenter & Author), “Examining maternal and child health in Western North Carolina through a community Engaged mapping approach: The landscape of broadband access,” Dogwood Health Trust.<\/p>\n

Becker, D. (Author Only), Broomell, A. (Author Only), Grist, C. L. (Author Only), Southeastern Psychological Association, “Sport Participation, Math Literacy, Executive Function, and Math Achievement Between the Third and Fifth Grade,” Orlando, FL.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Rebekah Henderson<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Instructor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Human Services<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>rhenderson@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Campbell, M. R. (Presenter & Author), Adventure Education Conference, “Mind and Body Wellness for the Long Haul: Sustaining a Field-Based Career.,” Montreat College, Montreat, NC.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Dr. Siham Lekchiri<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Associate Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Human Services<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>slekchiri@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Lekchiri, S. (Presenter & Author), Hayes, D. (Author Only), Rih, N. (Author Only), Germain, M.-L. (Presenter Only), Eastern Academy of Management, “Towards a Path of Financial Independence and Work-Life Balance,” Eastern Academy of Management, Tapei, Taiwan.<\/p>\n

Lekchiri, S. (Presenter & Author), Evatt, D. (Author Only), Academy of Human Resources Development, “Examining Diversity and Racial Equity in Coaches Hiring Practices Among NCAA Sport Programs,” Academy of Human Resources Development, Washington, DC, DC.<\/p>\n

Lekchiri, S. (Presenter & Author), McKeen, K. (Presenter & Author), Academy of Human Resources Development, “The Role of Transformational Women Leaders in Addressing Burnout,” Academy of Human Resources Development, Washington, DC, DC.<\/p>\n

Lekchiri, S. (Presenter & Author), Hayes, D. (Author Only), Rih, N. (Author Only), Academy of Human Resources Development, “Towards a Path of Financial Independence and Work-Life Balance,” Academy of Human Resources Development, Washington, DC, DC.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Dr. Kofi Lomotey<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Full Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Human Services<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>klomotey@email.wcu.edu<\/a>
<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Lomotey, Kofi. \u201cThe Problem of Practice: The Core of the Practitioner-oriented EdD.\u201d Yes<\/em>, Myers Education Press, 2024.<\/p>\n

Weiler, Jess, and Jess Weiler. \u201cA Justice-centered Capstone.\u201d Yes<\/em>, Myers Education Press.<\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Virtue, E. (Presenter & Author), Weiler, J. R. (Author Only), Lomotey, K. (Presenter Only), Von Dohlen, H. B. (Author Only), Crow, R. K. (Author Only), Carnegie Project on the Education Doctorate, “Do we actually prepare educational leaders to disrupt the status quo? A capstone-based equity audit process for EdD programs that seek educational justice,” Honolulu, HI.<\/p>\n

Lomotey, K. (Author Only), Annual Meeting, “As Instructive as it is Informative: Using Black Educational History to Prepare School Leaders for Equity,” AERA, Hotel, Philadelphia, PA.<\/p>\n

Lomotey, K. (Author Only), Annual Meeting, “Conversations With Senior Scholars in Advancing Research and Professional Development Related to Black Education,” AERA, Hotel, Philadelphia, PA.<\/p>\n

Lomotey, K. (Author Only), Annual Meeting, “Its Time to Teach the Truth: On Developing Black Studies Curriculum for New York City Public Schools,” AERA, Hotel, Philadelphia, PA.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Dr. Melissa <\/span>Mecadon<\/span>-Mann<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Assistant Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Human Services<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>mmecadonmann@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Sandifer, Maria, et al. A Model for Culturally Informed-Social Justice Oriented School Counselor Supervision<\/em>. Oct. 2024.<\/p>\n

Bryant, Jason, et al. Principal and School Counselor Partnerships: Aligning Leadership Roles to Support the School Mission and Student Success<\/em>. The Professional Educator, Oct. 2024.<\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Mecadon-Mann, M., Chi Sigma Iota Professional Development, “\u201cAdvocacy And\u2026\u201d Comprehensive School Counseling and the Parents Bill of Rights,” WCU Chi Sigma Iota Chapter.<\/p>\n

Mecadon-Mann, M., WCU Supervision Symposium, “Reimagining Supervision: Nurturing School Counselors in a Shifting Landscape of Parental Rights,” Western Carolina University.<\/p>\n

Mecadon-Mann, M., Equity in Education Summit, “Microaffimations: A framework for implementing equity and advocacy work in the classroom,” Western Carolina University, Renaissance Hotel, Asheville, NC.<\/p>\n

Mecadon-Mann, M., Dennis, E. B., Rosario-Singer, L., Boyce, N., Evidence-Based School Counseling Conference, “The experiences of counselors working with selective mutism,” Virtual.<\/p>\n

Howard, J. (Leader), Mecadon-Mann, M. (Panelist), Watson, M. (Panelist), Rosario-Singer, L. (Panelist), Pedonti, S. (Panelist), Nihart, L. (Panelist), Equity Summit, “We are not okay. Panel discussion of mental health in K12 schools in Western North Carolina,” Renaissance Hotel, Asheville, NC.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Dr. Sarah <\/span>Pedonti<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Assistant Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Human Services<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>spedonti@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Pedonti, Sarah, et al. Disparities in Disability Referral and Identification Between Migrant and Seasonal Head Start and Head Start Programs.<\/em>. Journal of Early Intervention., Jun. 2024, doi:https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1177\/10538151241257855<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Howard, J. (Leader), Mecadon-Mann, M. (Panelist), Watson, M. (Panelist), Rosario-Singer, L. (Panelist), Pedonti, S. (Panelist), Nihart, L. (Panelist), Equity Summit, “We are not okay. Panel discussion of mental health in K12 schools in Western North Carolina,” Renaissance Hotel, Asheville, NC.<\/p>\n

Pedonti, S. (Presenter & Author), Becker, D. (Author Only), Grist, C. L. (Author Only), Watson, M. (Author Only), Katziff, S. (Author Only), Strong, M. (Author Only), Division for Early Childhood of the Council for Exceptional Children International Conference 2024, “Inclusion of children with disabilities in nature-based preschools,” Hilton Riverside New Orleans, New Orleans, LA.<\/p>\n

Pedonti, S. (Presenter & Author), T. P. P. a. I. E. a. S. J. s. m. o. D. (Presenter & Author), Division for Early Childhood of the Council for Exceptional Children International Conference 2024, “Now What? Part Two: Coaching Others to Use the Racial Equity Point of View,” Division for Early Chldhood, Hilton Riverside New Orleans, New Orleans, LA.<\/p>\n

Pedonti, S. (Presenter & Author), Becker, D. (Presenter & Author), Watson, M. (Author Only), Grist, C. L. (Author Only), NatStart, “Let’s Go Take a Hike: Outdoor Learning with Parents and in Early Care and Education Settings,” Natural State Alliance- North American Association for Environmental Education, Online, Portland.<\/p>\n

Pedonti, S. (Presenter & Author), Yang, H.-W. (Presenter & Author), Acar, S. (Author Only), Chen, C.-I. (Author Only), The National Research Conference on Early Childhood 2024, “What Do We Know About Program Practice for Migrant and Seasonal Head Start Programs?,” The Administration for Children and Families, Crystal Marriot, Crystal City, VA.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Dr. <\/span>April Perry<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Associate<\/span> Professor<\/span>\/Department Head<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Human Services<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>alperry@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Perry, April Lillian. \u201cStrategic Planning with the Department.\u201d Colleague to Colleague: Just-in-time Advice for Department Leaders<\/em>, Suny Press, 2024.<\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Perry, A. L., Evatt, D. (Presenter & Author), 2024 NASPA Conference, “Recruiting, Supervising, Teaching, and Supporting Gen Z Graduate Students. National Association for Student Personnel Administrators,” National Association for Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA), Seattle, WA.<\/p>\n

Perry, A. L., NASPA Annual Conference, “AGAPSS Ed Exchange Spotlight Speaker: Supporting Gen Z graduate students,” NASPA, Seattle, WA.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Dr. Roslynn Arnesia Powell<\/span><\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Assistant Professor of Practice<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Human Services<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>powellr@email.wcu.edu<\/a>
<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Powell, R. A. (Panelist), Hawn, C. (Panelist), Wood, C. (Panelist), Rivers III, L. (Moderator), C3HE September Webinar: Environmental Justice – A Conversation with Thought Leaders, Carolinas Collaborative on Climate, Health, and Equity (C3HE), Zoom.<\/p>\n

Powell, R., Research and Scholarship Conference, “Is this draining you? An exploration of the emotional labor experienced by interpreters of the history of slavery at historic sites in the United States,” Western Carolina Univeristy.<\/p>\n

Powell, R. A. (Presenter & Author), The Academy of Leisure Sciences, “\u201cIs this draining you?\u201d An exploration of the emotional labor of interpreters of the history of slavery at historic sites in the United States,” Pan American Life Center, New Orleans, LA.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Dr. Loidaly G Rosario-Singer<\/span><\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Assistant Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Human Services<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>lgonzalezrosario@email.wcu.edu<\/a>
<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Gonz\u00e1lez-Rosario, Loidaly. Combining the MSJCC and Creativity: School Counseling for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students<\/em>. Journal of Professional Counseling: Practice, Theory & Research, Jul. 2024.<\/p>\n

Gonz\u00e1lez-Rosario, Loidaly, et al. Developing Social Justice Leaders and Advocates Through Internships for Doctoral Students<\/em>. no. 1, Association for Counselor Education and Supervision, Jun. 2024, https:\/\/acesonline.net\/teaching-practice-briefs\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Rosario-Singer, Loidaly. \u201cCounseling Practice and Relationships: Consultation and Collaboration During Community Crisis.\u201d Case Studies in Counselor Education<\/em>, Cognella, 2024.<\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Mecadon-Mann, M., Dennis, E. B., Rosario-Singer, L., Boyce, N., Evidence-Based School Counseling Conference, “The experiences of counselors working with selective mutism,” Virtual.<\/p>\n

Rosario-Singer, L., Merlin-Knoblich, C., Pinto, S., Evidence-Based School Counseling Conference, “There is a crack in the pipeline: Diversifying the school counseling profession,” Virtual.<\/p>\n

Howard, J. (Leader), Mecadon-Mann, M. (Panelist), Watson, M. (Panelist), Rosario-Singer, L. (Panelist), Pedonti, S. (Panelist), Nihart, L. (Panelist), Equity Summit, “We are not okay. Panel discussion of mental health in K12 schools in Western North Carolina,” Renaissance Hotel, Asheville, NC.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Dr. Callie Schultz<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Associate Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Human Services<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>csschultz@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

DeBrew, Kayler Elizabeth, et al. Confronting and (Re)constructing \u201cConquest Culture\u201d in Outdoor Adventure: A Critical Analysis of #Microadventure Content on Facebook and Instagram<\/em>. no. 4, Journal of Outdoor Recreation, Education, and Leadership, Nov. 2024, pp. 76\u2013102, doi:10.18666\/jorel-2024-12507.<\/p>\n

Schultz, Jeremy, et al. Impacts of a Poverty Simulation Experience on Student Empathy Levels Towards People Living in Poverty.<\/em>. no. 11, College Teaching, Apr. 2024, https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1080\/87567555.2024.2327080<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Stonehouse, Paul, et al. \u201cMcDonaldization of Leisure.\u201d Understanding Leisure in the Ever-changing World: Power, Privileges, and Promises<\/em>, Sagamore Publishing, 2024, pp. 113\u201324.<\/p>\n

Orozco, Joanna, et al. \u201cParece Que Est\u00e1n D\u00e1ndote Una Bienvenida\u201d: Testimonios of Chicana\/o Families\u2019 Sense of Belonging Through Nature<\/em>. International Journal of the Sociology of Leisure, Feb. 2024, https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/s41978-024-00151-7<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Bricker, Patricia L, et al. \u201cAn Interdisciplinary Social Justice Minor: How Do You Create University Level Curriculum Change?.\u201d Developing Culturally Responsive Learning Environments in Postsecondary Education, Contemporary Perspectives on Access, Equity, and Achievement<\/em>, Information Age Publishing, 2024, pp. 341\u201357.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Knight, J. (Presenter & Author), Schultz, C. S., Stonehouse, P., Howard, J., Johnson, C. W., The Academy of Leisure Sciences Conference on Research and Teaching, “Nature based learning is for teachers too: Discoveries for wellbeing in and with the ProjectEXPLORE community,” The Academy of Leisure Sciences, New Orleans, LA.<\/p>\n

DeBrew, K. (Presenter & Author), Cousineau, L., Schultz, C. S., The Academy of Leisure Sciences Conference on Research and Teaching, “Rethinking and (re)presenting outdoor adventure: A critical analysis of #microadventure content on Facebook and Instagram,” The Academy of Leisure Sciences, New Orleans, LA.<\/p>\n

Mathias, C. (Presenter & Author), Schultz, C. S., Curtis, R. C., Schultz, J., Wynn, D., The Academy of Leisure Sciences Conference on Research and Teaching, “The Parts I\u2019ve Lost: An autoethnographic study of a transition program designed to aid former wilderness therapy instructors,” The Academy of Leisure Sciences, New Orleans, LA.<\/p>\n

Young, C. (Presenter & Author), Schultz, C. S., Johnson, C. W., Rose, J., Schultz, J., The Academy of Leisure Sciences Conference on Research and Teaching, “\u201cMan up, bro!\u201d : An exploration of masculine performances in Brevard’s outdoor adventure field,” The Academy of Leisure Sciences, New Orleans, LA.<\/p>\n

DeBrew, K., Schultz, C. S., Stonehouse, P., Russell, V., Cousineau, L., Coalition for Education in the Outdoors, “Curating a new meaning of outdoor adventure: (Re)thinking how we represent #Microadventure content on social media,” Black Mountain, NC.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Dr. Jeremy Schultz<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Assistant Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Human Services<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>jschultz@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Schultz, Jeremy, et al. Impacts of a Poverty Simulation Experience on Student Empathy Levels Towards People Living in Poverty.<\/em>. no. 11, College Teaching, Apr. 2024, doi:https:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/87567555.2024.2327080<\/a>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Presentations<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Mathias, C. (Presenter & Author), Schultz, C. S., Curtis, R. C., Schultz, J., Wynn, D., The Academy of Leisure Sciences Conference on Research and Teaching, “The Parts I\u2019ve Lost: An autoethnographic study of a transition program designed to aid former wilderness therapy instructors,” The Academy of Leisure Sciences, New Orleans, LA.<\/p>\n

Young, C. (Presenter & Author), Schultz, C. S., Johnson, C. W., Rose, J., Schultz, J., The Academy of Leisure Sciences Conference on Research and Teaching, “\u201cMan up, bro!\u201d : An exploration of masculine performances in Brevard’s outdoor adventure field,” The Academy of Leisure Sciences, New Orleans, LA.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Dr. John James Sherlock<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Human Services<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>sherlock@email.wcu.edu<\/a>
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<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Sherlock, J. J., Curtis, R. C., 2024 NCCA Conference, “Understanding Corporate Psychopathy’s Impact on Climate Change and Mental Health Disparities Among Marginalized Communities.,” North Carolina Counseling Association, Greensboro, NC.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Dr. Paul Stonehouse<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Assistant Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Human Services<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>pstonehouse@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

DeBrew, Kayler Elizabeth, et al. Confronting and (Re)constructing \u201cConquest Culture\u201d in Outdoor Adventure: A Critical Analysis of #Microadventure Content on Facebook and Instagram<\/em>. no. 4, Journal of Outdoor Recreation, Education, and Leadership, Nov. 2024, pp. 76\u2013102, doi:10.18666\/jorel-2024-12507.<\/p>\n

Stonehouse, Paul. \u201cOutdoor Education, Technology, and the Anthropocene.\u201d Routledge Handbook of Mobile Technology, Social Media and the Outdoors<\/em>, 2024.<\/p>\n

Stonehouse, Paul, et al. \u201cMcDonaldization of Leisure.\u201d Understanding Leisure in the Ever-changing World: Power, Privileges, and Promises<\/em>, Sagamore Publishing, 2024, pp. 113\u201324.<\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Stonehouse, P., International Conference on Outdoor Leadership 2024, “Bear Hangs: A skill worth saving or a socio-environmentally unjustifiable dying art?,” Wilderness Education Association, Bentonville.<\/p>\n

Knight, J. (Presenter & Author), Schultz, C. S., Stonehouse, P., Howard, J., Johnson, C. W., The Academy of Leisure Sciences Conference on Research and Teaching, “Nature based learning is for teachers too: Discoveries for wellbeing in and with the ProjectEXPLORE community,” The Academy of Leisure Sciences, New Orleans, LA.<\/p>\n

DeBrew, K., Schultz, C. S., Stonehouse, P., Russell, V., Cousineau, L., Coalition for Education in the Outdoors, “Curating a new meaning of outdoor adventure: (Re)thinking how we represent #Microadventure content on social media,” Black Mountain, NC.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Dr. Nancy Valverde<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Assistant Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Human Services<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>nvalverde@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Publications<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

Prosek, Elizabeth A, and Nancy Valverde. \u201cLearning to Broach.\u201d Case Studies in Counselor Education<\/em>, vol. 1, Cognella, 2024.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Dr. Emily Virtue<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Assistant Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Human Services<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>evirtue@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Weiler, Jessica Renee, and Emily Virtue. The Disquisition: An Equity-Driven Capstone for Leadership Preparation Programs<\/em>. Myers Education Press, 24 Lee Dotson Rd.<\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Virtue, E., Hinnant-Crawford, B. N. (Presenter & Author), University Council on Educational Administration, “Growing warm demanders: school principal influence on teacher practices,” UCEA, Seattle, WA.<\/p>\n

Virtue, E., Carnegie Project on the Education Doctorate, “Applying Asset-Based Pedagogy to the Doctoral Classroom,” CPED, Honolulu, HI.<\/p>\n

Weiler, J. R. (Author Only), Virtue, E. (Presenter & Author), Carnegie Project on the Education Doctorate, “Critical Causality,” CPED, Honolulu, HI.<\/p>\n

Virtue, E. (Presenter & Author), Weiler, J. R. (Author Only), Lomotey, K. (Presenter Only), Von Dohlen, H. B. (Author Only), Crow, R. K. (Author Only), Carnegie Project on the Education Doctorate, “Do we actually prepare educational leaders to disrupt the status quo? A capstone-based equity audit process for EdD programs that seek educational justice,” Honolulu, HI.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Heidi Beth Von Dohlen\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Associate Professor<\/span><\/span>
<\/span>Human Services<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>hbvondohlen@email.wcu.edu<\/a>
<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

Von Dohlen, Heidi Beth. \u201cChapter 8. Implications, Recommendations, and Leadership Lessons Learned.\u201d The Disquisition: An Equity-driven Capstone for Leadership Preparation Programs<\/em>, Meyers Education Press, 2024.<\/p>\n

Von Dohlen, Heidi Beth. \u201cChapter 9 – Defending the Disquisition.\u201d The Disquisition: An Equity-driven Capstone for Leadership Preparation Programs<\/em>, Meyers Education Press, 2024.<\/p>\n

Jackson, Mario, et al. Preparing School Leaders for Social Justice: An Analysis of Educational Leadership Preparation Programs in Jamaica<\/em>. no. 0, Equity in Education & Society, 2024, pp. 1\u201320.<\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Virtue, E. (Presenter & Author), Weiler, J. R. (Author Only), Lomotey, K. (Presenter Only), Von Dohlen, H. B. (Author Only), Crow, R. K. (Author Only), Carnegie Project on the Education Doctorate, “Do we actually prepare educational leaders to disrupt the status quo? A capstone-based equity audit process for EdD programs that seek educational justice,” Honolulu, HI.<\/p>\n

Von Dohlen, H. B. (Presenter & Author), Von Dohlen, L. (Presenter & Author), Branagan, B. (Presenter & Author), WCU Equity Summit, “Homelessness and Foster Care Education: Critical Conversations,” WCU CEAP.<\/p>\n

Von Dohlen, H. B. (Discussant), Schultz, S. (Discussant), WCU Equity Summit, “Housing Insecurity,” WCU CEAP.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Myra Watson<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Assistant Professor\/DTPE Program Director<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Human Services<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>mkwatson@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Pedonti, S. (Presenter & Author), Becker, D. (Author Only), Grist, C. L. (Author Only), Watson, M. (Author Only), Katziff, S. (Author Only), Strong, M. (Author Only), Division for Early Childhood of the Council for Exceptional Children International Conference 2024, “Inclusion of children with disabilities in nature-based preschools,” Hilton Riverside New Orleans, New Orleans, LA.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Pedonti, S. (Presenter & Author), Becker, D. (Presenter & Author), Watson, M. (Author Only), Grist, C. L. (Author Only), NatStart, “Let’s Go Take a Hike: Outdoor Learning with Parents and in Early Care and Education Settings,” Natural State Alliance- North American Association for Environmental Education, Online, Portland.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Watson, M., WNC Regional Childcare Summit, “Play and Engagement in the Preschool Classroom,” Southwestern Community College, Sylva.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Howard, J. (Leader), Mecadon-Mann, M. (Panelist), Watson, M. (Panelist), Rosario-Singer, L. (Panelist), Pedonti, S. (Panelist), Nihart, L. (Panelist), Equity Summit, “We are not okay. Panel discussion of mental health in K12 schools in Western North Carolina,” Renaissance Hotel, Asheville, NC.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Hathcock, M. (Presenter & Author), Watson, M. (Presenter & Author), Granger, K. (Presenter & Author), Association of Teacher Educators 2023 Annual Meeting, “Shifts, Transitions, Pivots: Considerations for Face-to-Face, Virtual, and Blended Induction Practices in Uncertain Times,” Association of Teacher Educators, Jacksonville, FL.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Jess Renee Weiler
<\/span>Associate Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Human Services<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>jrweiler@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a>
<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

Weiler, Jessica Renee, and Emily Virtue. <\/span><\/span>The Disquisition: An Equity-Driven Capstone for Leadership Preparation Programs<\/span><\/span>. Myers Education Press, 24 Lee Dotson Rd.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Weiler, J. R. (Author Only), Virtue, E. (Presenter & Author), Carnegie Project on the Education Doctorate, “Critical Causality,” CPED, Honolulu, HI.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Virtue, E. (Presenter & Author), Weiler, J. R. (Author Only), Lomotey, K. (Presenter Only), Von Dohlen, H. B. (Author Only), Crow, R. K. (Author Only), Carnegie Project on the Education Doctorate, “Do we actually prepare educational leaders to disrupt the status quo? A capstone-based equity audit process for EdD programs that seek educational justice,” Honolulu, HI.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Weiler, J. R. (Presenter & Author), Stanley, D. (Presenter & Author), AERA, “Preparing for the PK-12 Equity Directorship,” Philadelphia, PA.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Dr. Alleyne Broomell<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/strong>Assistant Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Psychology<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>abroomell@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Broomell, A., Denniss, N., Allison, M., International Congress for Infant Studies, “Neural foundations of joint attention in infancy,” Glasgow, United Kingdom.<\/p>\n

Broomell, A., Becker, D., Glawe, N., Southeastern Psychological Association, “Frontal asymmetry, physical activity, and executive functioning in preschool aged children,” Orlando, FL.<\/p>\n

Becker, D. (Author Only), Broomell, A. (Author Only), Grist, C. L. (Author Only), Southeastern Psychological Association, “Sport Participation, Math Literacy, Executive Function, and Math Achievement Between the Third and Fifth Grade,” Orlando, FL.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Hannah Buala<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/strong>Assistant Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Psychology<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>hbuala@email.wcu.edu<\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Buala, H. S. B., WCU Colloquium, “Producing and Utilizing Research Tools to Examine Experiences on Social Media Platforms,” WCU, PSY Department, Cullowhee, NC.<\/p>\n

Buala, H. S. B. (Presenter & Author), Southeastern Psychological Association, “Sexism on Social Media Platforms,” Annual Conference, Orlando, FL.<\/p>\n

Buie, H. S. (Chair), Croft, A. (Author Only), Society for Personality and Social Psychology Annual Convention, “Did They Really Just Say That? Sexism on Social Media Platforms,” San Diego, CA.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Sam <\/span>Castelblanco<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/strong>Teaching Assistant Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Psychology<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>scastelblanco@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Castelblanco, S. (Author Only), Southeastern Psychological Association, “Virtual Nature Exposure Interventions and Health Outcomes: A Systematic Scoping Review of the Research Gaps,” Orlando, FL.<\/p>\n

Castelblanco, S., Research and Scholarship Conference (RASC), “Virtual Nature Interventions and Health Outcomes: A Systematic Scoping Review,” WCU Graduate School, Cullowhee, NC.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Robert Crow<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/strong>Associate Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Psychology<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>rcrow@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Hinnant-Crawford, B. N., et al. Continuous Improvement, Institutional Review Boards, and Resistance to Practitioner Scholarship<\/em>. Mar. 2024, doi:https:\/\/doi.org\/10.3102\/0013189X231208413<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Crow, Robert K. \u201cImprovement Science – the Disquisition: A Dissertation-in-pratice Capstone for Developing Equity-oriented Scholar Practitioners.\u201d The Importance of the Dissertation in Practice (DiP): A Resource Guide for EdD Students, Their Committee Members and Advisors, and Departmental and University Leaders Involved with EdD Programs<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Virtue, E. (Presenter & Author), Weiler, J. R. (Author Only), Lomotey, K. (Presenter Only), Von Dohlen, H. B. (Author Only), Crow, R. K. (Author Only), Carnegie Project on the Education Doctorate, “Do we actually prepare educational leaders to disrupt the status quo? A capstone-based equity audit process for EdD programs that seek educational justice,” Honolulu, HI.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. David de Jong<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/strong>Associate Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Psychology<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>ddejong@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

de Jong, David, and Katie N. Adams. The Motives for Solo Masturbation Scale: Development and Preliminary Validation<\/em>. Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy, Aug. 2024.<\/p>\n

Lorenzi, Carolyn, et al. The Roles of Affective Lability, Boredom, and Mindfulness in Predicting Number of Sex Partners Within Women<\/em>. Sexes, Aug. 2024.<\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Lorenzi, C. (Presenter & Author), de Jong, D. (Author Only), Research and Scholarship Conference, “The roles of affective lability, boredom, and mindfulness in predicting number of sex partners,” Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC.<\/p>\n

Surrett, S. (Presenter & Author), Belcher, A. (Author Only), de Jong, D. (Author Only), Western Carolina University Research and Scholarship Conference, “Development of a new measure of attitudes towards masturbation: Evidence of convergent validity,” Western Carolina University.<\/p>\n

Belcher, A. (Author Only), Surrett, S. (Presenter & Author), de Jong, D. (Author Only), Western Carolina University Research and Scholarship Conference, “Development of a new measure of attitudes towards masturbation: Factor analysis,” Western Carolina University.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Meghan <\/span>Gangel<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/strong>Assistant Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Psychology<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>mgangel@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Weathers, M. (Presenter & Author), Gangel, M. (Author Only), International Conference on Social Media & Society, “Assessing College Students\u2019 Perceptions of Digital Dating Abuse and Associated Correlates,” London, United Kingdom.<\/p>\n

Gangel, M., Conway, L. (Presenter & Author), Research and Scholarship Conference Undergraduate Research Exposition at Western Carolina University, “Pubertal Timing and Sexual Education: Impact on Late Adolescent Well-being,” Western Carolina University, Cullowhee.<\/p>\n

Gangel, M., Western Carolina University Three Minute Research Contest, “Don’t Say Period: The interaction of sexual education and pubertal timing on late adolescent well-being,” Western Carolina University, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC.<\/p>\n

Hamill, D. (Presenter & Author), Gangel, M. (Author Only), Keane, S. (Author Only), Shanahan, L. (Author Only), Dollar, J. (Author Only), Society for Research in Adolescence, “Caregiver Stress and Executive Functioning Development in Adolescence: The Moderating Role of Respiratory Sinus Arrhythmia,” Chicago, IL.<\/p>\n

Gangel, M. (Author Only), Nadeau, A. (Presenter & Author), Keane, S. (Author Only), Shanahan, L. (Author Only), Dollar, J. (Author Only), Wideman, L. (Author Only), Society for Research in Adolescence, “Early Pubertal Timing and Cardiometabolic Health in Adolescence.,” Chicago, IL.<\/p>\n

Gangel, M., Conway, L. (Author Only), Society for Research in Adolescence, “The Effect of Pubertal Timing and Sexual Education on Late Adolescent Well-Being.,” Chicago, IL.<\/p>\n

Gangel, M., Perez, K. (Presenter & Author), Research and Scholarship Conference Undergraduate Research Exposition at Western Carolina University, “The Impact of Weight Stigma on Pelvic Floor Health in Emerging Adult Females,” Western Carolina University.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Alvin Malesky Jr<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/strong>Full Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Psychology<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>malesky@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Solomon, D. T. (Presenter & Author), Malesky, L. A., Annual Conference of the Southeastern Psychological Association, “Are Horror Fans \u201cSick Puppies\u201d?: Genre Interests and Mental Health,” Southeastern Psychological Association, Orlando, FL.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. David McCord<\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/strong>Full Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Psychology<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>mccord@email.wcu.edu<\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Goller, Haley G., et al. Detection of Psychological Dysfunction and Suicide Risk Among Postpartum Women<\/em>. Journal of Clinical Psychology in Medical Settings, Jun. 2024, doi:http:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/s10880-024-10028-2<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Erin Myers<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/strong>Associate Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Psychology<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>emmyers@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Myers, E. M., Annual Meeting of the Society for Personality and Social Psychology, “Anti-fat Bias and Emotional Valence in Written Impressions of a Female Political Candidate,” SPSP, San Diego, CA.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Courtney Rogers<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/strong>Assistant Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Psychology<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>courtneyrogers@email.wcu.edu<\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

Webb, Jennifer B., et al. \u201cDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Yoga.\u201d Yoga as Embodied Mindfulness: Research and Practice<\/em>, Springer, 2025.<\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Rogers, C. B., Spratt, M. (Author Only), Ginn, C. (Author Only), Hughes, C. (Presenter & Author), Southeastern Psychological Association Annual Meeting, “Exploring the relationship between perceived fat talk and dieting behavior.,” Orlando, FL.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

David Scales<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/strong>Associate Instructor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Psychology<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>wdscales@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Tracy, Kelly Nelson, et al. A Study of Teacher Candidates\u2019 Changing Perceptions of Confidence Within Writing-focused Methods Courses<\/em>. no. 1, Literacy Practice and Research, Jul. 2024, pp. 1\u201326, https:\/\/digitalcommons.fiu.edu\/lpr\/vol49\/iss1\/4\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Griggs, M. (Presenter & Author), Wilson, A. (Author Only), Scales, W. D. (Author Only), Southeastern Psychological Association, “Problematic Internet Usage and Disconnected College Students,” Orlando, FL.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. David Solomon<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/strong>Associate Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Psychology<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>dsolomon@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Solomon, D. T. (Presenter & Author), Malesky, L. A., Annual Conference of the Southeastern Psychological Association, “Are Horror Fans \u201cSick Puppies\u201d?: Genre Interests and Mental Health,” Southeastern Psychological Association, Orlando, FL.<\/p>\n

Peirano, A. (Author Only), Feiler, T. (Presenter & Author), Robinson, S. (Author Only), O’Brien, F., Solomon, D. T. (Author Only), Annual Conference of the Southeastern Psychological Association, “Influence of Gender on Rape Myth Beliefs and Sexual Assault,” Southeastern Psychological Association, Orlando, FL.<\/p>\n

Robinson, S. (Author Only), Feiler, T. (Presenter & Author), Peirano, A. (Author Only), Solomon, D. T. (Author Only), Annual Conference of the Southeastern Psychological Association, “Objective Measures of Childhood Emotional Neglect,” Southeastern Psychological Association, Orlando, FL.<\/p>\n

Feiler, T. (Presenter & Author), Robinson, S. (Author Only), Peirano, A. (Author Only), Solomon, D. T. (Author Only), Annual Conference of the Southeastern Psychological Association, “Psychopathology Among Adult Survivors of In-Person and Online Child Sexual Abuse.,” Southeastern Psychological Association, Orlando, FL.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Mary Whatley<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/strong>Assistant Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Psychology<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>mwhatley@email.wcu.edu<\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Ichien, Nicholas, et al. Advancing with Age: Older Adults Excel in Comprehension of Novel Metaphors<\/em>. Psychology and Aging, doi:10.1037\/pag0000836.<\/p>\n

Imundo, Megan N., et al. When Two Learners Are Better Than One: Using Flashcards with a Partner Improves Metacognitive Accuracy<\/em>. Metacognition and Learning, Dec. 2024, p. Article 3, doi:10.1007\/s11409-024-09406-w.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Annie Wilson<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/strong>Assistant Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>Psychology<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>amwilson@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Gates, T. (Presenter & Author), Wilson, A. (Author Only), Southeastern Psychological Association, “Ableism in the Workplace,” Orlando, FL.<\/p>\n

Sanders, J. (Author Only), Wilson, A. (Presenter & Author), Southeastern Psychological Association, “Belief in Astrology,” Orlando, FL.<\/p>\n

Griggs, M. (Presenter & Author), Wilson, A. (Author Only), Scales, W. D. (Author Only), Southeastern Psychological Association, “Problematic Internet Usage and Disconnected College Students,” Orlando, FL.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Dr. Tammy Barron<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Associate Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>tlbarron@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Barron, T. L. (Presenter & Author), Witzel, B. (Presenter & Author), Jimenez, B. (Presenter & Author), DADD International Conference on Autism, Intellectual Disability and Developmental Disabilities, “Embedding systematic instruction in a secondary cotaught math classroom,” DADD, Honolulu, HI.<\/p>\n

Witzel, B. (Presenter & Author), Barron, T. L. (Presenter & Author), Button, L. (Presenter & Author), DADD International Conference on Autism, Intellectual Disability and Developmental Disabilities, “Word problem solving for secondary students with intensive support needs,” DADD, Honolulu, HI.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Bob Beaudet Jr<\/span><\/span><\/strong>.<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Associate Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>rbeaudet@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Maddox, G. M., Beaudet, R. J., 2024 National Association of Kinesiology in Higher Education Annual Meeting, “Crossing the Border: Stepping Off the University Campus into the World of the Middle School,” National Association of Kinesiology in Higher Education, Phoenix, AZ.<\/p>\n

Wells, G. M. (Presenter & Author), Beaudet, R. J. (Presenter & Author), Chandler, R. (Presenter & Author), 2024 National Association for Kinesiology in Higher Education Annual International Conference, “Team-teaching Model for Health, Anatomy, and Pedagogy: Three Heads Are Better Than One,” National Association for Kinesiology in Higher Education, Hyatt Regency, Phoenix, AZ.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Ellie Blair<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Full Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>ejblair@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Blair, Eleanor J. \u201cEducational Foundations in a Post-Pandemic World: Re-Imagining Hope and Possibility in an Age of Despair.\u201d The Social Foundations of Education Reader: Critical Essays on Teaching, Learning and Leading in the 21st Century<\/em>, edited by Yolanda Medina, 2ndth ed., Peter Lang, 2024, p. 21.<\/p>\n

Blair, Eleanor J, and YOLANDA MEDINA. The Social Foundations of Education Reader: Critical Essays on Teaching, Learning and Leading in the 21st Century<\/em>. 2NDth ed., PETER LANG, 2024.<\/p>\n

Presentations<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Blair, E. J., 22nd Annual Meeting of the Hawaii International Conference on Education, “Re-Imagining 21st Century Learning Communities in the Caribbean: Global Connections and Intersections.,” Hawaii International Conference on Education, Conference Site, Kona, HI.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Lisa Bloom<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Full Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>bloom@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Noltensmeyer, Candy Jo, et al. \u201cBuilding Cultural Competence.\u201d Developing Culturally Responsive Learning Environments in Postsecondary Education<\/em>, Information Age Publishing, 2024, https:\/\/www.infoagepub.com\/products\/Developing-Culturally-Responsive-Learning-Environments-in-Postsecondary-Education<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Patricia L. Bricker<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Associate Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>bricker@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Bricker, Patricia L, et al. \u201cAn Interdisciplinary Social Justice Minor: How Do You Create University Level Curriculum Change?.\u201d Developing Culturally Responsive Learning Environments in Postsecondary Education, Contemporary Perspectives on Access, Equity, and Achievement<\/em>, Information Age Publishing, 2024, pp. 341\u201357.<\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Bricker, P. L. (Presenter Only), Faetz, M. K. (Presenter Only), 2024 STEM Conference: Get your STEM Game On!, “Authentic Integration of Science and Literacy,” WRESA, North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching, Cullowhee, NC.<\/p>\n

Bricker, P. L. (Presenter Only), 2024 STEM Conference: Get your STEM Game On!, “Science Talk: Engaging Students in Productive Scientific Discourse (K-12),” WRESA, North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching, Cullowhee, NC.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Resa Chandler<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Associate Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>tmchandler@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Brown, Jennifer, et al. Applied Critical Thinking in Biomechanics – Laboratory Module – the Squat<\/em>. OER Commons, 2024, https:\/\/oercommons.org\/courseware\/lesson\/111780\/overview<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Brown, Jennifer J, et al. Critical Thinking Evaluation<\/em>. OER Commons, 2024, https:\/\/oercommons.org\/courseware\/lesson\/111776\/overview<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Brown, Jennifer, et al. Kinovea Basics: Introduction to Kinovea<\/em>. OER Commons, 2024, https:\/\/oercommons.org\/courseware\/lesson\/111755\/overview<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Brown, Jennifer, et al. Applied Critical Thinking in Biomechanics – Laboratory Module – Vertical Jump<\/em>. OER Commons, 2024, https:\/\/oercommons.org\/courseware\/lesson\/111681<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Chandler, R., Messer, W. (Presenter & Author), Mondelo, J. (Presenter & Author), 2024 NCSHAPE Annual Conference, “Training Female Athletes, Period!,” NCSHAPE, Winston-Salem, NC.<\/p>\n

Brown, J. J. (Presenter & Author), Chandler, R. (Presenter & Author), Fiaud, V. (Presenter & Author), 2024 National Association for Kinesiology in Higher Education Annual International Conference, “Implementing the Development of Critical Thinking Processes,” National Association for Kinesiology in Higher Education, Hyatt Regency, Phoenix, AZ.<\/p>\n

Chandler, R., 2024 National Association for Kinesiology in Higher Education Annual International Conference, “New Faculty Connections: Peer Mentoring Learning Community,” 2024 National Association for Kinesiology in Higher Education, Hyatt Regency, Phoenix, AZ.<\/p>\n

Wells, G. M. (Presenter & Author), Beaudet, R. J. (Presenter & Author), Chandler, R. (Presenter & Author), 2024 National Association for Kinesiology in Higher Education Annual International Conference, “Team-teaching Model for Health, Anatomy, and Pedagogy: Three Heads Are Better Than One,” National Association for Kinesiology in Higher Education, Hyatt Regency, Phoenix, AZ.<\/p>\n

Chandler, R. (Presenter & Author), Glickman, E. (Presenter & Author), 2024 National Association of Kinesiology in Higher Education Annual International Conference, “Post Tenure Slump? Not in My House!,” National Association of Kinesiology in Higher Education, Hyatt Regency, Phoenix, AZ.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Karena Cooper-Duffy<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Full Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>kcooper@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Westling, David L, et al. Assessing the Performance of Teachers of Students with Significant Disabilities: Establishing Content Validity for the TRAIT-SD<\/em>. Teacher Education and Special Education, 2024, pp. 1\u201319, doi:https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1177\/08884064241234324<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Cooper-Duffy, Karena J. \u201cCommunication Styles.\u201d Developing Culturally Responsive Learning Environments in Postsecondary Education.<\/em>, Information Age Publication, 2024, pp. 247\u201370, https:\/\/www.infoagepub.com\/products\/Developing-Culturally-Responsive-Learning-Environments-in-Postsecondary-Education<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Cooper-Duffy, K. J., WCU Faculty Scholarship Celebration, “Project INTERACT: Interprofessional Autism Collaboration and Training,” WCU Graduate School & Hunter Library, Cullowhee, NC.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Kristy Doss<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Assistant Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>kkdoss@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Doss, Kristy Kowalske. Monthly Memo for School Psychologists & School Counselors March Edition – Underachievement<\/em>. NCAGT – North Carolina Association for Gifted and Talented, Mar. 2024, https:\/\/www.canva.com\/design\/DAF91ZaCKqM\/ZF6tvA0zwSc2WD6PY4IGWg\/edit?utm_content=DAF91ZaCKqM&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Doss, Kristy Kowalske. Monthly Memo for School Psychologists & School Counselors February Edition – Imposter Syndrome<\/em>. NCAGT – North Carolina Association for Gifted and Talented, Feb. 2024, https:\/\/www.canva.com\/design\/DAF7SxfoetM\/D6ipTLc_5DCbhz2rwsYN6w\/edit?utm_content=DAF7SxfoetM&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Doss, Kristy Kowalske. Monthly Memo for School Psychologists & School Counselors January Edition – Perfectionism<\/em>. NCAGT – North Carolina Association for Gifted and Talented, Jan. 2024, https:\/\/www.canva.com\/design\/DAF23vtO5yM\/Ea8vsYH6v3ucwUAYtfoXEA\/edit?utm_content=DAF23vtO5yM&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Doss, K. K., FYE Training, “Learning Profiles,” WCU, Cullowhee, NC, United States.<\/p>\n

Doss, K. K., North Carolina Association for Gifted & Talented, “AI in the Gifted Classroom: Uses & Abuses,” NCAGT, Sheraton Four Seasons, Greensboro, NC.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Ms. Melissa Knippel Faetz<\/b>
<\/span>Instructor
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>mkfaetz@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Bricker, P. L. (Presenter Only), Faetz, M. K. (Presenter Only), 2024 STEM Conference: Get your STEM Game On!, “Authentic Integration of Science and Literacy,” WRESA, North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching, Cullowhee, NC.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Larry Fisher<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Assistant Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>lfisher@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Fisher, L. (Presenter & Author), Mustian, A. (Presenter & Author), 2024 South Carolina Council for Exceptional Children Conference, “Artificial Intelligence Isn’t Going Away: Exploring the Efficacy of AI use in Behavior Intervention Planning,” SC Council for Exceptional Children, Embassy Suites by Hilton in Myrtle Beach, Myrtle Beach, NC.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Dan Grube<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Associate Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>dgrube@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Ryan, Stuart, et al. An Introduction to Beach Volleyball<\/em>. no. 1, Strategies, Jan. 2024, pp. 16\u201319, doi:10.1080\/08924562.2023.2276456.<\/p>\n

Ryan, Stuart, et al. <\/span>An Introduction to Beach Volleyball<\/span><\/i>. no. 1, Strategies, Jan. 2024, pp. 16\u201319, doi:10.1080\/08924562.2023.2276456.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Grube, D. P. (Presenter & Author), Little, S. (Presenter & Author), National Association for Kinesiology in Higher Education, “Going Beyond the Curriculum with Kinesiology Majors,” Phoenix, AZ.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Leigh J. Hilger<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Instructor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>ljhilger@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Stringer, A. (Presenter & Author), Hilger, L. J. (Author Only), Sinyard, A. F. (Author Only), Menickelli, J. (Other), Blackwell, A. (Presenter & Author), Revis, F. A. (Presenter & Author), Melton, D. (Presenter & Author), Shepherd, K. (Presenter & Author), Kindley, K. (Presenter & Author), North Carolina Society for Health and Physical Educators Annual Convention (NC SHAPE 24), “More Mental and Emotional Health Classroom Activities for Secondary Teachers,” NC SHAPE, Benton Convention Center, Winston-Salem, NC.<\/p>\n

Stringer, A., Hilger, L. J., Sinyard, A. F., Menickelli, J., NC SHAPE Annual Convention, “Mental Health! Classroom Activities for Middle and High School Teachers,” NC SHAPE, Winston Salem, NC.<\/p>\n

Stringer, A. (Presenter & Author), Hilger, L. J. (Author Only), Sinyard, A. F. (Author Only), SHAPE America Annual Convention, “Mental and Emotional Health Self-Care Tools for Your School Community,” SHAPE America, Cleveland, OH.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Kelly Kelley<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Full<\/span> Professor<\/span>\/University Participant Coordinator<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>kkelley@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Kelley, Kelly Renee. \u201cStrategies and Perspectives of Individuals with Disabilities in Postsecondary Education.\u201d Developing Culturally Responsive Learning Environments in Postsecondary Education<\/em>, 2024, p. 428.<\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Mock, M. (Presenter & Author), Judge, M. (Presenter & Author), Weir, C. (Presenter & Author), Kelley, K. R. (Presenter & Author), Camden, J. (Presenter & Author), Kasa, C. (Presenter & Author), State of the Art Conference on Postsecondary Education (SOTA), “Create an accreditation plan for your program,” State of the Art Conference on Postsecondary Education (SOTA), Chapel Hill, NC.<\/p>\n

Kelley, K. R. (Presenter & Author), Voegeli, E. (Presenter & Author), Mathis, A. R. (Presenter & Author), Dion, J. (Presenter Only), Hepler, P. (Presenter Only), Neill, S. (Presenter Only), State of the Art Conference on Postsecondary Education (SOTA), “Our voice matters: Strategies for empowering self-determination through person-centered planning,” State of the Art Conference on Postsecondary Education (SOTA), Chapel Hill, NC.<\/p>\n

Kelley, K. R., State of the Art Conference on Postsecondary Education (SOTA), “What does inclusive postsecondary education really mean to us?,” State of the Art Conference on Postsecondary Education (SOTA), Chapel Hill, NC.<\/p>\n

Kelley, K. R. (Presenter & Author), Conference on Undergraduate Regional Engagement (CURE)., “Disabilities and access to quality services,” Brinson Honor’s College, Cullowhee, NC.<\/p>\n

Kelley, K. R. (Presenter & Author), Buchanan, S. (Presenter & Author), Association of People Supporting Employment First (APSE) Technology and Employment First Community of Practice, “Establishing and maintaining employer partnerships and digital resumes,” Association of People Supporting Employment First (APSE), Virtual.<\/p>\n

Kelley, K. R. (Presenter & Author), Buchanan, S. (Presenter Only), Williams, J. (Presenter Only), Crisp, D. (Author Only), Association of People Supporting Employment First (APSE), “Digital resumes: Looking beyond just the words,” Association of People Supporting Employment First (APSE), Charlotte, NC.<\/p>\n

Kelley, K. R. (Presenter & Author), Buchanan, S. (Presenter Only), Williams, J. (Presenter Only), Crisp, D. (Presenter Only), Association of People Supporting Employment First (APSE), “Establishing and maintaining employer partnerships,” Association of People Supporting Employment First (APSE), Charlotte, NC.<\/p>\n

Johnson, K. (Presenter & Author), Pluff, L. (Presenter & Author), Kelley, K. R. (Presenter & Author), Southeastern Postsecondary Education Alliance (SEPSEA), “Admissions process: What helps?,” Southeastern Postsecondary Education Alliance (SEPSEA), Clearwater, FL.<\/p>\n

Kelley, K. R. (Presenter & Author), Mathis, A. R. (Presenter & Author), Southeastern Postsecondary Education Alliance (SEPSEA), “College and quality of life for young adults with intellectual disability,” Southeastern Postsecondary Education Alliance (SEPSEA), Clearwater, FL.<\/p>\n

Mathis, A. R. (Presenter & Author), Kelley, K. R. (Presenter & Author), Southeastern Postsecondary Education Alliance (SEPSEA), “Establishing effective family and student partnerships in inclusive postsecondary education and beyond,” Southeastern Postsecondary Education Alliance (SEPSEA), Clearwater, FL.<\/p>\n

Kelley, K. R. (Presenter & Author), Southeastern Postsecondary Education Alliance (SEPSEA), “Fostering healthy living habits: Choosing actions to celebrate health,” Southeastern Postsecondary Education Alliance (SEPSEA), Clearwater, FL.<\/p>\n

Mock, M. (Presenter & Author), Andrews, D. (Presenter & Author), Kelley, K. R. (Presenter & Author), Weir, C. (Presenter & Author), Southeastern Postsecondary Education Alliance (SEPSEA), “What you need to know about program accreditation in inclusive higher education,” Southeastern Postsecondary Education Alliance (SEPSEA), Clearwater, FL.<\/p>\n

Kelley, K. R. (Presenter & Author), North Carolina Postsecondary Education Alliance and Capacity Summit, “All things accreditation from a program director\u2019s perspective,” North Carolina Postsecondary Education Alliance, Hickory, NC.<\/p>\n

Atencio, L. (Presenter Only), Andrews, K. (Presenter Only), Kelley, K. R. (Presenter & Author), North Carolina Postsecondary Education Alliance and Capacity Summit, “Round table chat with alumni and current students,” North Carolina Postsecondary Education Alliance, Hickory, NC.<\/p>\n

Judge-Diegart, M., Kelley, K. R., Mock, M. (Presenter & Author), Think College National Coordinating Center Webinar series, “How to create your own plan: Accreditation of inclusive postsecondary education programs,” Think College, Online.<\/p>\n

Kelley, K. R., Morrison, M. C. (Presenter & Author), Rockey, R. P. (Presenter & Author), 39th Annual Pacific Rim International Conference on Disability and Diversity, “Implementing healthy living habits in college with young adults with intellectual disability,” Honolulu Convention Center, Honolulu, HI.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Nancy C. Luke<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Associate Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>ncluke@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Luke, Nancy C. \u201cCulturally Responsive Digital Learning in Postsecondary Education.\u201d In R. J. Lynch , & C.B. Rush (Eds.), Developing Culturally Responsive Learning Environments in Postsecondary Education<\/em>, Information Age Publishing, 2024, pp. 285\u2013300.<\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Luke, N. C. (Presenter & Author), National Field Experience Conference (NFEC), “Students Share Success Stories to Develop Positive Perspectives on Their Teaching,” Greeley, CO.<\/p>\n

Luke, N. C. (Presenter & Author), Chapman, A. B. (Presenter & Author), National Field Experience Conference (NFEC), “Teacher Candidates’ Use of AI to Support Lesson Planning in Their Field Placements,” Greeley, CO.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Justin Menickelli<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Associate Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>menickelli@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Stringer, A. (Presenter & Author), Hilger, L. J. (Author Only), Sinyard, A. F. (Author Only), Menickelli, J. (Other), Blackwell, A. (Presenter & Author), Revis, F. A. (Presenter & Author), Melton, D. (Presenter & Author), Shepherd, K. (Presenter & Author), Kindley, K. (Presenter & Author), North Carolina Society for Health and Physical Educators Annual Convention (NC SHAPE 24), “More Mental and Emotional Health Classroom Activities for Secondary Teachers,” NC SHAPE, Benton Convention Center, Winston-Salem, NC.<\/p>\n

Stringer, A., Hilger, L. J., Sinyard, A. F., Menickelli, J., NC SHAPE Annual Convention, “Mental Health! Classroom Activities for Middle and High School Teachers,” NC SHAPE, Winston Salem, NC.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Denise Morgan<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Distinguished Professor
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>dnmorgan@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

Morgan, Denise Noelani, and Jessica Hrubik. \u201cThe Wicked Problem of Revision.\u201d When Teaching Writing Gets Tough: Challenges and Possibilities in Secondary Writing Instruction<\/em>, Teachers College Press, 2024, pp. 26\u201335, https:\/\/www.tcpress.com\/when-teaching-writing-gets-tough-9780807769928<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Holly Pinter<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Associate<\/span> Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>hhpinter@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Pinter, Holly Henderson, et al. Middle School Today: Current Best Practices for Adolescent Learners<\/em>. Rowman & Littlefield, 2025.<\/p>\n

Casa, Tutita M, et al. Beginning to Implement Ambitious Mathematics Instruction: What Promising First-Year Elementary Teachers\u2019 Lessons Can Teach Us<\/em>. Investigations in Mathematics Learning, 2024.<\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Rector, M., Pinter, H. H., ICME-15, “Middle school mathematics journaling effects on self efficacy, identity, and mathematical thinking,” International Congress of Mathematics Education, Sydney, Australia.<\/p>\n

Pinter, H. H., Swartz, B., The National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) and National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) Joint session K-5\/Elementary Literacy and Mathematics., “Using Cognitively Demanding Tasks to Foster Mathematical Reasoning through Mathematical Writing: Using Journals to Support K\u201312 Students,” The National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) and National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM), New Orleans, LA.<\/p>\n

Swartz, B., Pinter, H. H., The National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) and National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) Joint session K-5\/Elementary Literacy and Mathematics., “What Is a Mathematician? Using Children’s Literature to Build Positive Mathematical Identities,” The National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) and National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM), New Orleans, LA.<\/p>\n

Kassel, K., Pinter, H. H., Davis, M., Fletcher, K., Elliot, H., Association of Middle Level Education, “Co-planning, Co-teaching, and Interdisciplinary Lesson Planning,” Association of Middle Level Education, National Harbor, MD.<\/p>\n

Ruppert, N., Pinter, H. H., Rector, M., Johnson, D., NCMLE 2023 Reignite: Celebrating 50 years, “Culturally sustaining practices in math classrooms,” North Carolina Middle Level Association, Charlotte, NC.<\/p>\n

Pinter, H. H., 2023 Annual Research Council on Mathematics Learning Conference, “Preservice Teachers Learning to Teach with Mediated Field Experiences,,” Research Council on Mathematics Learning, Las Vegas, NV.<\/p>\n

Pinter, H. H., Moore, N., Association of Middle Level Education 2022, “Supporting Productive Struggle: Facilitating effective teaching practices in action,” Association of Middle Level Education, Orlando, FL.<\/p>\n

Coleman, B., Diaz, C., Pinter, H. H., Rector, M., Ruppert, N., Association of Middle Level Education 2022, “How mathematics connects us: The call for culturally sustaining practices in the math classroom,” Association of Middle Level Education, Orlando, FL.<\/p>\n

Pinter, H. H., Virtue, D., Winter, K., Moore, N., Association of Middle Level Education 2022, “Supporting edTPA across the Entirety of a Program: Teaching Skills Without Teaching to the Test,” Association of Middle Level Education, Orlando, FL.<\/p>\n

Pinter, H. H., Henson, R., Sheets, N., Wilt, A., North Carolina Middle Level Association Annual Conference, “Learning to Teach: Preservice Teachers’ Reflections of Ways Mediated Field Experiences Impact their Knowledge for Teaching,” North Carolina Middle Level Association, Charlotte, NC, United States.<\/p>\n

Ruppert, N., Pinter, H. H., Rector, M., Johnson, D., NCMLE 2023 Reignite: Celebrating 50 years, “Culturally sustaining practices in math classrooms,” North Carolina Middle Level Association, Charlotte, NC.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Pinter, H. H., Moore, N., Association of Middle Level Education 2022, “Supporting Productive Struggle: Facilitating effective teaching practices in action,” Association of Middle Level Education, Orlando, FL.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Coleman, B., Diaz, C., Pinter, H. H., Rector, M., Ruppert, N., Association of Middle Level Education 2022, “How mathematics connects us: The call for culturally sustaining practices in the math classroom,” Association of Middle Level Education, Orlando, FL.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Pinter, H. H., Virtue, D., Winter, K., Moore, N., Association of Middle Level Education 2022, “Supporting edTPA across the Entirety of a Program: Teaching Skills Without Teaching to the Test,” Association of Middle Level Education, Orlando, FL.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Pinter, H. H., Henson, R., Sheets, N., Wilt, A., North Carolina Middle Level Association Annual Conference, “Learning to Teach: Preservice Teachers’ Reflections of Ways Mediated Field Experiences Impact their Knowledge for Teaching,” North Carolina Middle Level Association, Charlotte, NC, United States.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Charmion Rush<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Associate Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>cbrush@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Rush, Charmion B, and Jason Lynch. \u201cEpilogue.\u201d Developing Culturally Responsive Learning Environments in Postsecondary Education<\/em>, Information Age, 2024, https:\/\/www.infoagepub.com\/products\/Developing-Culturally-Responsive-Learning-Environments-in-Postsecondary-Education<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Lynch, Jason, and Charmion B Rush. \u201cPrologue.\u201d Developing Culturally Responsive Learning Environments in Postsecondary Education<\/em>, Information Age, 2024, https:\/\/www.infoagepub.com\/products\/Developing-Culturally-Responsive-Learning-Environments-in-Postsecondary-Education<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Noltensmeyer, Candy Jo, et al. \u201cBuilding Cultural Competence.\u201d Developing Culturally Responsive Learning Environments in Postsecondary Education<\/em>, Information Age Publishing, 2024, https:\/\/www.infoagepub.com\/products\/Developing-Culturally-Responsive-Learning-Environments-in-Postsecondary-Education<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Lynch, Jason, and Charmion Briana Rush. \u201cDeveloping Culturally Responsive Learning Environments in Postsecondary Education.\u201d A Volume in Contemporary Perspectives on Access, Equity and Achievement Series Editor Chance W. Lewis, University of North Carolina at Charlotte<\/em>, edited by Chance Lewis, Information Age Publishing, 2024, doi:Paperback: 979-8-88730-465-6 Hardcover: 979-8-88730-466-3 E-Book: 979-8-88730-467-0.<\/p>\n

Rush, Charmion Briana, and Cynthia Wooten. \u201cImplicit Bias and the College Classroom.\u201d Developing Culturally Responsive Learning Environments in Postsecondary Education<\/em>, Information Age Publishing, 2024, doi:Paperback: 979-8-88730-465-6 Hardcover: 979-8-88730-466-3 E-Book: 979-8-88730-467-0.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Roya Scales<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Full Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>rqscales@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Peltier, Marliese R., et al. But I Was a Teacher!: Communities of Practice Supporting Teacher Educators\u2019 Development<\/em>. no. 3, Critical Questions in Education, Oct. 2024, pp. 250\u201370, https:\/\/academyforeducationalstudies.org\/journals\/journal\/current-and-past-issues\/volume-15-issue-3\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Tracy, Kelly Nelson, et al. A Study of Teacher Candidates\u2019 Changing Perceptions of Confidence Within Writing-focused Methods Courses<\/em>. no. 1, Literacy Practice and Research, Jul. 2024, pp. 1\u201326, https:\/\/digitalcommons.fiu.edu\/lpr\/vol49\/iss1\/4\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Peltier, Marliese R., et al. \u201c\u201cI Am More Intentional Now in My Teaching\u201d: Growing as Teacher Educators and Researchers Through a Self-study Community of Practice.\u201d Professional Learning Journeys of Teacher Educators<\/em>, Information Age Publishing, 2024, p. 85\u201396.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Mrs. Alyssa Ferrell Sinyard<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Instructor<\/span><\/span>
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>afsinyard@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Stringer, A. (Presenter & Author), Hilger, L. J. (Author Only), Sinyard, A. F. (Author Only), Menickelli, J. (Other), Blackwell, A. (Presenter & Author), Revis, F. A. (Presenter & Author), Melton, D. (Presenter & Author), Shepherd, K. (Presenter & Author), Kindley, K. (Presenter & Author), North Carolina Society for Health and Physical Educators Annual Convention (NC SHAPE 24), “More Mental and Emotional Health Classroom Activities for Secondary Teachers,” NC SHAPE, Benton Convention Center, Winston-Salem, NC.<\/p>\n

Stringer, A., Hilger, L. J., Sinyard, A. F., Menickelli, J., NC SHAPE Annual Convention, “Mental Health! Classroom Activities for Middle and High School Teachers,” NC SHAPE, Winston Salem, NC.<\/p>\n

Stringer, A. (Presenter & Author), Hilger, L. J. (Author Only), Sinyard, A. F. (Author Only), SHAPE America Annual Convention, “Mental and Emotional Health Self-Care Tools for Your School Community,” SHAPE America, Cleveland, OH.<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Amy Stringer<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Assistant Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>astringer@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Stringer, A. (Presenter & Author), Hilger, L. J. (Author Only), Sinyard, A. F. (Author Only), Menickelli, J. (Other), Blackwell, A. (Presenter & Author), Revis, F. A. (Presenter & Author), Melton, D. (Presenter & Author), Shepherd, K. (Presenter & Author), Kindley, K. (Presenter & Author), North Carolina Society for Health and Physical Educators Annual Convention (NC SHAPE 24), “More Mental and Emotional Health Classroom Activities for Secondary Teachers,” NC SHAPE, Benton Convention Center, Winston-Salem, NC.<\/p>\n

Stringer, A., Hilger, L. J., Sinyard, A. F., Menickelli, J., NC SHAPE Annual Convention, “Mental Health! Classroom Activities for Middle and High School Teachers,” NC SHAPE, Winston Salem, NC.<\/p>\n

Stringer, A. (Presenter & Author), Hilger, L. J. (Author Only), Sinyard, A. F. (Author Only), SHAPE America Annual Convention, “Mental and Emotional Health Self-Care Tools for Your School Community,” SHAPE America, Cleveland, OH.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Adrienne Stuckey<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Associate Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>aastuckey@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Stuckey, A., North Carolina Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference 2024, “Building on strengths for early literacy: Multi-tiered performance in Head Start.,” Raleigh, NC.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Kelly Tracy<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Full Professor\/Director<\/span>, School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>kntracy@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Tracy, Kelly Nelson, et al. A Study of Teacher Candidates\u2019 Changing Perceptions of Confidence Within Writing-focused Methods Courses<\/em>. no. 1, Literacy Practice and Research, Jul. 2024, pp. 1\u201326, https:\/\/digitalcommons.fiu.edu\/lpr\/vol49\/iss1\/4\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Bricker, Patricia L, et al. \u201cAn Interdisciplinary Social Justice Minor: How Do You Create University Level Curriculum Change?.\u201d Developing Culturally Responsive Learning Environments in Postsecondary Education, Contemporary Perspectives on Access, Equity, and Achievement<\/em>, Information Age Publishing, 2024, pp. 341\u201357.<\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Malloy, J. A. (Presenter & Author), Tracy, K. N. (Author Only), Annual Conference of the Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers, “Experiences in Writing: What Preservice Teachers Have to Say,” Orlando, FL.<\/p>\n

Scales, R. Q. (Presenter & Author), Tracy, K. N. (Author Only), Annual Conference of the Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers, “Journeys from Juniors through Novice Teaching: Developing Writing Identities and as Teachers of Writing,” Orlando, FL.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. David Virtue<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Taft B. <\/span>Botner<\/span> Distinguished Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>dvirtue@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Ellerbrock, Cheryl R., et al. An International Study of Programs That Prepare Teachers of Young Adolescents<\/em>. no. 1, Current Issues in Middle Level Education, doi:10.20429\/cimle.2020.250102.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Gayle Maddox<\/span><\/span><\/strong>
<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/span>Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>gwells@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

Schultz, Jeremy, et al. Impacts of a Poverty Simulation Experience on Student Empathy Levels Towards People Living in Poverty.<\/em>. no. 11, College Teaching, Apr. 2024, doi:https:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/87567555.2024.2327080<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

Maddox, G. M., Beaudet, R. J., 2024 National Association of Kinesiology in Higher Education Annual Meeting, “Crossing the Border: Stepping Off the University Campus into the World of the Middle School,” National Association of Kinesiology in Higher Education, Phoenix, AZ.<\/p>\n

Wells, G. M. (Presenter & Author), Beaudet, R. J. (Presenter & Author), Chandler, R. (Presenter & Author), 2024 National Association for Kinesiology in Higher Education Annual International Conference, “Team-teaching Model for Health, Anatomy, and Pedagogy: Three Heads Are Better Than One,” National Association for Kinesiology in Higher Education, Hyatt Regency, Phoenix, AZ.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. David Leonard Westling<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Full Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>westling@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Westling, David L, et al. Assessing the Performance of Teachers of Students with Significant Disabilities: Establishing Content Validity for the TRAIT-SD<\/em>. Teacher Education and Special Education, 2024, pp. 1\u201319, doi:https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1177\/08884064241234324<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Amelia Haynes Wheeler<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Assistant Professor
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>awheeler@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Wheeler, A. H. (Author Only), American Educational Studies Association, “Historicizing Expectations for Women Teachers\u2019 Selfless Sacrifice: Spoiler Alert – It\u2019s the Capitalist Patriarchy\u2019s Fault,” American Educational Studies Association, Hyatt Regency Greenville, Greenville, SC.\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Kim Kristine Winter<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Full Professor<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>kkruebel@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Bricker, Patricia L, et al. \u201cAn Interdisciplinary Social Justice Minor: How Do You Create University Level Curriculum Change?.\u201d Developing Culturally Responsive Learning Environments in Postsecondary Education, Contemporary Perspectives on Access, Equity, and Achievement<\/em>, Information Age Publishing, 2024, pp. 341\u201357.\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Brad <\/span>Witzel<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Adelaide Worth Daniels Distinguished Professor of Education<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span>School of Teaching and Learning<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
<\/span><\/span>bwitzel@email.wcu.edu<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Publications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Powell, Sarah R, and Bradley S Witzel. \u201cImplementation Guide for the Kansas Math Project.\u201d Kansas Math Project<\/em>, 2024.<\/p>\n

Bouck, Emily, et al. Teaching Math Online to Secondary Students with Learning Disabilities: Moving Beyond the Pandemic<\/em>. no. 1, Teaching Exceptional Children, Sep. 2024, pp. 56\u201365, doi:https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1177\/00400599221092136<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Witzel, Bradley, et al. Research Should Prioritize Mathematics Proficiency for Students with Disabilities<\/em>. no. 4, Journal of Special Education, Feb. 2024, pp. 240\u201347, doi:https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1177\/00224669231168373<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Witzel, Bradley. Overcoming Barriers to MTSS<\/em>. n2y Publishing, 2024, https:\/\/www.n2y.com\/blog\/summary-overcoming-barriers-to-mtss\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Presentations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Witzel, B., Dyscalculia Series, “Math fact fluency,” North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, NC.<\/p>\n

Witzel, B., Dyscalculia Series, “Numeracy interventions,” North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, NC.<\/p>\n

Witzel, B., Dyscalculia Series, “Task analysis in mathematics,” North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, NC, United States.<\/p>\n

Witzel, B., Kansas Math Project, “Kansas math project follow-up,” Kansas MTSS & Alignment, KS.<\/p>\n

Witzel, B., Math Series, “Designing math instruction and intervention for secondary students.,” Illinois SLD Supports, IL.<\/p>\n

Witzel, B. (Presenter & Author), Witzel, L. (Presenter & Author), North Carolina Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference, “Three effective secondary math interventions for students with math disabilities,” NCCEC, Raleigh, NC.<\/p>\n

Witzel, B., South Carolina Upstate Consortium, “Embedded instructional supports to improve student learning in secondary settings,” Furman University, Greenville, SC.<\/p>\n

Witzel, B., South Carolina Upstate Consortium, “Formative assessment to improve student learning,” Furman University, Greenville, SC.<\/p>\n

Barron, T. L. (Presenter & Author), Witzel, B. (Presenter & Author), Jimenez, B. (Presenter & Author), DADD International Conference on Autism, Intellectual Disability and Developmental Disabilities, “Embedding systematic instruction in a secondary cotaught math classroom,” DADD, Honolulu, HI.<\/p>\n

Witzel, B. (Presenter & Author), Barron, T. L. (Presenter & Author), Button, L. (Presenter & Author), DADD International Conference on Autism, Intellectual Disability and Developmental Disabilities, “Word problem solving for secondary students with intensive support needs,” DADD, Honolulu, HI.<\/p>\n

Witzel, B., Dyscalculia Series, “Understanding learning disabilities in mathematics: Part one on background,” North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.<\/p>\n

Witzel, B., Dyscalculia Series, “Understanding learning disabilities in mathematics: Part two on strategies,” North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.<\/p>\n

Witzel, B., Kansas Math Project, “All students can learn (math),” Kansas MTSS & Alignment, Dodge City and Lawrence, KS.<\/p>\n

Witzel, B., Kansas Math Project, “Building students\u2019 language, understanding, fluency and problem solving,” Kansas MTSS & Alignment, Dodge City and Lawrence, KS.<\/p>\n

Witzel, B., Kansas Math Project, “Kansas math project follow-up,” Kansas MTSS & Alignment, Western KS, KS.<\/p>\n

Witzel, B., Kansas Math Project, “Progressions that lead to long-term proficiency,” Kansas MTSS & Alignment, Dodge City and Lawrence, KS.<\/p>\n

Witzel, B., Kansas Math Project, “Systematic and explicit instruction,” Kansas MTSS & Alignment, Dodge City and Lawrence, KS.<\/p>\n

Witzel, B., Kansas Math Project, “Using data to drive instruction and intervention,” Kansas MTSS & Alignment, Dodge City and Lawrence, KS.<\/p>\n

Witzel, B., Math for Students with LD, “Math instruction and intervention for students with intense learning needs,” Hill Center, Durham, NC.<\/p>\n

Exhibits and Performances<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Witzel, B., “Arithmetic of Polynomials.” (January 2023 – August 2024).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Witzel, B., “Computation of Decimals.” (January 2023 – August 2024).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Witzel, B., “Computing Integers.” (January 2023 – August 2024).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Witzel, B., “Evaluating Expressions.” (January 2023 – August 2024).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Witzel, B., “Factoring.” (January 2023 – August 2024).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Witzel, B., “Geometric Formulas.” (January 2023 – August 2024).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Witzel, B., “Linear Equations.” (January 2023 – August 2024).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Witzel, B., “Multiplication and Division of Fractions.” (January 2023 – August 2024).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Witzel, B., “Radicals and Exponents.” (January 2023 – August 2024).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Witzel, B., “Ratios and Proportions.” (January 2023 – August 2024).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Witzel, B., “Solving Equations.” (January 2023 – August 2024).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Witzel, B., “Solving Inequalities.” (January 2023 – August 2024).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Witzel, B., “Systems of Equations.” (January 2023 – August 2024).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Witzel, B., “Theorems and Logic Models.” (January 2023 – August 2024).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Witzel, B., “Transformations and Similarities.” (January 2023 – August 2024).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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