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LAUNCH hosts a night of discovery to close out fall semester
Families, mentors, donors, and staff attended a reception followed by the students' end-of-semester presentations.
USF researchers address literacy needs in Liberia
As part of the Family Literacy Initiative/Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool
Youngsters, Ruby Joseph, MPA, and her team provide preschool educational services
and an adult literacy program to some of the poorest families in Monrovia, Liberia.
CFS gathers to celebrate its achievements in 2024
The red carpet was rolled out to welcome the "stars" of the Department of Child and Family Studies to the department's annual fall luncheon.
CFS professor elected as distinguished fellow of National Academies of Practice
Jason Anthony was invited to join the National Academies of Practice at the organization's most esteemed membership level.
CFS faculty member appointed to Presidential Advisory Committee on Accessibility
Laura Rodríguez López, EdD, will work with the council to advise the president on issues affecting USF faculty, staff, and students.
ABA graduate student receives $10K fellowship
Abby Paglia was awarded the 2024-2025 USF Fellowship from Behavioral Consulting of Tampa Bay.
CFS associate professor receives award from Florida Psychological Association
Rick Weinberg, PhD, was given the Outstanding Contributions to Psychology in the Public Interest award from the Florida Psychological Association.
CARD assists Red Cross with hurricane recovery efforts
Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) staff jumped into action to provide resources and sensory relief items for families in need.
ABA student receives award at FABA Conference
Gabriela Salazar was honored with the Jose Martinez-Diaz Memorial Award at the 44th Annual Florida Association for Behavior Analysis (FABA) Conference.
CFS researchers awarded $9.9M to enhance employment services for individuals with disabilities
The project will integrate virtual reality and artificial intelligence technologies into LAUNCH at USF's employment and transition programs to address the critical shortage of skilled labor and promote inclusivity in the workplace.
MFT students win second place in AAMFT Student Ethics Competition
Two USF students placed second in the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) annual Student Ethics Competition.
Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling program earns reaccreditation
This accreditation ensures that students receive a quality educational experience.
HIPPY celebrates 33rd annual graduation ceremony
Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) is an evidence-based home visiting program that helps prepare children for school success.
USF ABA programs earn top national rankings for exam pass rates
The Behavior Analyst Certification Board® has ranked USF Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs as number one in the country for exam pass rates.
CFS associate professor awarded funding from The Corridor Early-Stage Innovation Fund
Matthew Foster, PhD, was selected by the Florida High Tech Corridor and USF Research & Innovation.
Inaugural class of specialized disability advocates and counselors graduate from USF
The first-ever class of the USF Master of Arts in Rehabilitation Counseling and Disability Sciences program graduated this weekend.
CRMHC students receive scholarships for community service and academic excellence
Two students in the Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling (CRMHC) program have been awarded scholarships.
CFS faculty among recipients awarded $2 million 4-year grant to address chronic school absenteeism
Department of Child and Family Studies and School of Social Work faculty are among the recipients.
ABA doctoral candidate featured on Behavioral Observations podcast
Amalix Flores, MS, BCBA, discussed the history of behavior analysis in Venezuela, paying tribute to the legacy of Venezuelans in the science of behavior analysis.
CFS administrative specialist receives Staff Senate Quiet Quality Award
The award was presented to Telisha McKenzie, administrative specialist in the Department of Child and Family Studies (CFS).
CFS Associate Professor Bruce Lubotsky Levin Co-edits new text on women's behavioral health
CFS Associate Professor Bruce Lubotsky Levin, DrPH, MPH, along with Ardis Hanson, Assistant Director, Research & Education at the USF Shimberg Health Sciences Library, have co-edited a new textbook for advanced undergraduate and graduate students in many academic disciplines, including the social and behavioral sciences, public health, women’s studies, medical anthropology, and medical sociology.
Marriage and Family Therapy program earns accreditation
The program was established at USF in fall 2020 to meet a growing demand for marriage and family therapists in the state of Florida.
CFS research administrators contribute to SRA International meeting
The Society of Research Administrators (SRA) International provides education and professional development to professionals from over 40 countries.
Kevin Kent’s mission is to make a difference through behavior analysis
Realizing that the professionals who aided in his childhood transformation were behavior analysts, Kent felt a deep desire to pay it forward.
CARD at USF unites community with annual Fiesta by the Bay fundraiser
Master Sgt. Jeff Massaro was honored for his pivotal role in enhancing the SafetyNet Tracking program at the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.
ABA students participate in graduate and undergraduate poster sessions
Students of the minor in applied behavior analysis program and the master's program recently showcased their research.
How chewing food helped a psychology grad find her passion for applied behavior analysis
After landing a chance job teaching children how to eat and expand their diets, Faith Raulerson discovered a passion for applied behavior analysis.
USF Registered Behavior Technician training program achieves second-highest pass rate in the US
The RBT program has consistently been in the top five training providers in the nation.
Rightpath researchers present at TESOL convention
Researchers from the USF Rightpath Research and Innovation Center were among presenters at the TESOL International Convention & Expo.
Students explore field experience opportunities at CRMHC fair
The fair provides an opportunity for students in the Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling (CRMHC) program to learn about placement partnerships.
CFS associate professor to meet Ambassador of France to the U.S.
Tammy Jorgensen Smith is in the Department of Child and Family Studies' Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling program.
CABH program celebrates largest graduating class
The Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health (CABH) Master of Science program had its
largest graduating class to date in fall 2023.
This article profiles the work of the Florida's Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support Project at USF, which provides training and technical assistance to schools that help improve student outcomes and school climate.
CFS faculty recognized with USF Gold Quality Online designation
A USF High-Quality Gold designation means an online course has met rigorous, research-based standards of course design.
CFS faculty and staff recognized for reaching milestones in their careers at USF
Among those recognized were: CFS Chair Lise Fox, PhD; Ruby Joseph, MPA; and Selecia Watson for 30 years of service; Sonya Jones for 25 years; and Bob Lutz for 20 years. Others were also recognized for 15, 10 and 5 years. See full list.