News
1.19
Dean Conway Elected President-Elect of NCSPP
Rutgers University—New Brunswick Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP) Dean Francine Conway has been elected as president-elect of the National Council of Schools and Programs of Professional Psychology (NCSPP). An organization composed of delegates from programs and... read more
12.18
RCAAS Gives Back in 10th Annual Adopt-A-Family Campaign
This holiday season, the Rutgers Center for Adult Autism Services (RCAAS) participated in the Rutgers Against Hunger (RAH) Adopt-A-Family Program, an annual campaign sponsored by the Rutgers University community in conjunction with local social service agencies. Once registered, the RCAAS was... read more
12.18
The Peterson Prize has been bestowed upon David B. Sacks, PsyD, ABPP
One of GSAPP’s most distinguished awards, the Peterson Prize, has been bestowed upon David B. Sacks, PsyD, ABPP. This award was named for Donald R. Peterson, the first dean of GSAPP, to recognize an alumnus for outstanding contributions to the profession. A travel scholarship awarded to a student... read more
11.18
Kickoff Event in Washington D.C. Highlights Rutgers’ Innovations in the Treatment of Alcohol and Other Drug Use and Posttraumatic Stress Disorders
On November 9th, Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP) faculty Dr. Denise Hien and Dr. Lesia Ruglass, and post-doctoral fellow Dr. Skye Fitzpatrick, threw a kick-off event with collaborators from the Medical University of South Carolina and the Research Triangle Institute.... read more
2.19
Congrats to Dr. Brian Chu, students Denise Guarino and Christina Mele for publishing an article on Cognitive and Behavioral Practice journal
Congrats to GSAPP faculty Dr. Brian Chu, students Denise Guarino and Christina Mele for publishing an article "Developing an Online Early Detection System for School Attendance Problems: Results From a Research-Community Partnership" on Cognitive and Behavioral Practice journal! ... read more
1.19
Dean Conway Elected President-Elect of NCSPP
Rutgers University—New Brunswick Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP) Dean Francine Conway has been elected as president-elect of the National Council of Schools and Programs of Professional Psychology (NCSPP). An organization composed of delegates from programs and... read more
11.18
EVENT RECAP: THE INSTALLATION OF THE KARMAZIN AND LILLARD ENDOWED CHAIR IN ADULT AUTISM EVENT
The Rutgers Board of Governors awarded the Karmazin and Lillard Chair in Adult Autism to Vanessa Bal, Associate Professor in the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP), whose unique research emphasizes a lifespan perspective in the understanding of Autism Spectrum... read more
11.18
Dr. Susan Forman and Dr. Jeffrey Shahidullah Publish New Book
Congratulations to Dr. Susan Forman and Dr. Jeffrey Shahidullah on their new book, Handbook of Pediatric Behavioral Healthcare: An Interdisciplinary... read more
10.18
Dr. Anne Gregory receives the 2018 Joseph E. Zins Awards
Dr. Anne Gregory received the 2018 Joseph E. Zins Awards, which was established by the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) in 2007 to honor the memory of Joe Zins. CASEL presents the Joseph E. Zins Awards to honor two outstanding action researchers at... read more
10.18
Dr. SungWoo Kahng is advocating for people with disabilities in Montana
GSAPP Associate Professor, Dr. SungWoo Kahng, is working with Disability Rights Montana (DRM) to support equal opportunities for individuals with disabilities. DRM is a nonprofit organization that advocates for the human, legal, and civil rights of Montanans with disabilities while advancing... read more
10.18
Dr. Vanessa Hus Bal Awarded the Karmazin and Lillard Chair in Adult Autism at Rutgers
The Rutgers Board of Governors has awarded the Karmazin and Lillard Chair in Adult Autism to Vanessa Hus Bal, associate professor in the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP), whose unique research emphasizes a life span perspective in the understanding of autism... read more
9.18
Dr. Shalonda Kelly recently received the status of being a Fellow with the American Psychological Association (APA)
GSAPP Associate Professor Dr. Shalonda Kelly recently received the status of being a Fellow with the American Psychological Association (APA). She was nominated by Division 43 (Society for Couple and Family Psychology). Fellow status is an honor bestowed upon APA members who have shown evidence... read more
9.18
Dr. Louis Sass' Book Wins a First Prize in BMA Medical Book Awards
Dr. Louis Sass' book Madness and Modernism, Revised Edition (Oxford University Press), received the first prize in the psychiatry category in the British Medical Association Medical Book Awards 2018. Congratulations! Click Madness and Modernism... read more
8.18
Congratulations to Dr. Linda Reddy for being elected as an APA Council Representative for 2019-2022
Congratulations to Dr. Linda Reddy for being elected as an APA Council Representative for 2019-2022!
Dr. Reddy is a Professor in the School Psychology Doctoral Program. She has published over 100 articles and book chapters and six books on classroom assessment, coaching, ADHD, and... read more
2.19
Congrats to Dr. Brian Chu, students Denise Guarino and Christina Mele for publishing an article on Cognitive and Behavioral Practice journal
Congrats to GSAPP faculty Dr. Brian Chu, students Denise Guarino and Christina Mele for publishing an article "Developing an Online Early Detection System for School Attendance Problems: Results From a Research-Community Partnership" on Cognitive and Behavioral Practice journal! ... read more
9.17
Nicole Eskenasi was awarded
Nicole Eskenasi (4th year Clinical) was awarded the New Jersey Psychological Association Foundation’s Scholarship for Research on Diversity Issues for her submission, “Women Warriors: Exploring the Various Dimensions of Female Service-Members’ Role Identities." She will be... read more
2.19
Monica Indart: Serving Some of the Most Vulnerable
Monica Indart: Serving Some of the Most Vulnerable
Monica Indart, PsyD (Clinical '94)
Dr. Monica Indart (’94) has made it part of her life’s work to champion the causes of some of the world’s most vulnerable people: refugee... read more
2.19
Roy Aranda Hosts New Spanish TV Show
Dr. Roy Aranda Hosts New Spanish TV Show
Dr. Roy Aranda in the show with the Immigration Attorney David Sperling
GSAPP alum Roy Aranda (’82) is the host of a new talk show on Spanish-language television network, TribunaTV... read more
12.18
The Peterson Prize has been bestowed upon David B. Sacks, PsyD, ABPP
One of GSAPP’s most distinguished awards, the Peterson Prize, has been bestowed upon David B. Sacks, PsyD, ABPP. This award was named for Donald R. Peterson, the first dean of GSAPP, to recognize an alumnus for outstanding contributions to the profession. A travel scholarship awarded to a student... read more
4.18
Dr. Ed Adams and APA Division 51 Conference in the News
Dr. Edward Adams ('79), a GSAPP alumn and current American Psychological Association (APA) Division 51 president, facilitated a workshop, "Facing the Issues: Masculinities in Research and Practice,” at the APA's Society for the Psychological Study of Men and Masculinity, Division 51... read more
4.18
GSAPP Alum Roy Aranda Inducted Into National Academies of Practice
GSAPP Alumn Dr. Roy Aranda ('82) was inducted into the National Academies of Practice as a Distinguished Practitioner and Fellow of the Pscyhology Academy at their induction ceremony and awards banquet on April 14, 2018, in Atlanta, Ga. Aranda was one of three psychology inductees,... read more
2.18
ALUM ROY ARANDA was Interviewed to discuss the Parkland School Shooting
GSAPP alum Dr. Roy Aranda (’82) was interviewed by Wliny Radio on Tuesday, Feb 27 to discuss the Parkland school shooting and the hot topic about arming teachers. Listen to the radio program at https://www.spreaker.com/user/iradiousa/standing-on-principal-0202718.
2.18
GSAPP HOSTS ALLIANCE TO END HATE NJ
GSAPP hosted the inaugural meeting of the Alliance to End Hate NJ on February 15, 2018, at the Center for Applied Psychology. The event drew representatives from a wide variety of organizations and institutions, including schools, law enforcement, the U.S. Congress, faith-based organizations, and... read more
2.18
ALUM LINDA TAMM TRAVELS TO CUBA WITH WOMEN’S ENTREPRENEURIAL GROUP
Linda Tamm (Clinical, ’98) recently travelled to Cuba with a women’s entrepreneurial group, Leading Women Entrepreneurs and Business Owners. The trip afforded Tamm (third from right) with the opportunity to network with other American business women, tour fledgling Cuban businesses, and... read more
1.18
Alum Chris Kotsen Coauthors Article Published in CHEST Journal
Alum Chris Kotsen (Clinical PsyD ‘94) has coauthored an article, “Use of Expired Air Carbon Monoxide Testing in Clinical Tobacco Treatment Settings,” published in CHEST Journal, the official publication of the American College of Chest Physicians. Carbon monoxide (CO) testing is considered an easy... read more
1.18
Alum Roy Aranda Publishes Article on Microaggressions and Hispanics
Alum Roy Aranda (’82) has published an article, “Microaggressions and Hispanics: Far Reaching Consequences of Marginalizing Statements and Attitudes,” in the fall 2017 issue of NYS Psychologist. For the more than 55 million Hispanics living in the United States today, microaggressions can have... read more