Letter from the Dean, Winter 2006-07
At the Graduate School of Education and Psychology, we recently reached several milestones. Last year we celebrated our 35th anniversary as a graduate school.
Winter 2006-07 Volume 25 No 1
Pat and Shirley Boone Endow the Center for the Family with a $3 Million Dollar Gift
The Boone family’s endowment of the Pat and Shirley Boone Center for the Family at Pepperdine University will benefit the lives of American families.
PsyD Program Celebrates Its 20th Anniversary
The University celebrated the 20th anniversary of the founding of GSEP’s Doctor of Psychology program and honored all those who have contributed to its success.
Inspiring Positive Change
As a recent founder of her own nonprofit organization, Mara Taylor’s contributions now resonate strongly in local communities and around the globe.
Connecting Youth Across the World
When Robin Worley visited a home for street kids in Haiti and learned that 300,000 children in that country are slaves, she was moved to action.
Building Therapists, Benefiting Lives
On-campus counseling centers provide clinical psychology graduate students with real-world experience while serving the community.
Building Healthy Relationships in China
Our trip to China was a part of one of the classes in the Ed.D. in organizational leadership, and it had many valuable applications for work and life.
Bringing Beauty to the Community
After much research and deliberation the project committee I was part of decided to apply for a City of Los Angeles Community Beautification Grant.
What a Difference Three Days Make!
Leadership can be read about and covered in class. But how do you create the experience of being a leader in a global community in a classroom?
Robert deMayo, PhD Awarded 2006 Distinguished Contribution to Psychology as a Profession Award
deMayo has mentored more than a hundred doctoral students, who are now practicing psychologists improving the lives of individuals and families throughout California.
Educational Leadership Programs Gain Credentialing Reaccreditation
The CCTC found the ELA and ELAP programs in strong accordance with their vision to strive towards excellence and valued guidance for California children.
Superintendent in Residence Honored with the R.O.S.E. Award
Dr. John Fitzpatrick, superintendent in residence at GSEP, was awarded the recognition of outstanding support for education (R.O.S.E.).
GSEP Faculty Recognized with Howard A. White Award
The Graduate School of Education and Psychology’s Dr. Susan Hall and Dr. Edward Shafranske are Howard A. White Award for Teaching Excellence recipients.
Dean Margaret J. Weber Presents at Oxford on Women and Faith
Dean Margaret J. Weber participated in the fourth annual session on Women’s Leadership at Exeter College of the University of Oxford.
Recognizing Student Scholarship Recipients and Donors
GSEP honored scholarship recipients, donors, and friends at the second annual Celebration of Excellence Scholarship Recognition Dinner.
Psychology Professional Development Courses Receive APA Accreditation
The Office of Professional Development at GSEP received a five-year accreditation from the American Psychological Association.
Psychology Professor Honored by the American Psychological Association
Dr. Edward Shafranske, professor of psychology, was named a Fellow of the Society of Clinical Psychology by the American Psychological Association.
2006 Psychology Distinguished Alumnus Awards
Dr. Lloyd James Hedstrom, Professor Emeritus and Dr. John C. Holmes received the Distinguished Alumnus Award.
Class Notes, Winter 2006-07
Kay Kudo has recently retired from the State of Hawaii’s Department of Education, Christopher Harz initiated a special congressional hearing in Washington DC, and more alumni updates.