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USF to lead statewide initiative to address shortage of mental health professionals

CBCS has been selected as the home of the Florida Center for Behavioral Health Workforce, which will expand pathways to behavioral health professions.

April 15, 2024College News, Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute, Mental Health Law and Policy

Michele Merritt presents

USF CJMHSA TAC hosts training on the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act

The team presented to local community providers regarding the federal parity law.

April 15, 2024College News, Mental Health Law and Policy

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Brave stories come to light at This Is My Brave - College Edition at USF

Eight USF students took to the stage Friday night to share their stories of their lived experiences with mental illness and substance use disorders.

April 8, 2024Child and Family Studies, College News, Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute, Mental Health Law and Policy, School of Social Work

Zena Rodill stands in front of her poster presentation

Behavioral healthcare graduate shares research findings at SEPA Annual Meeting

Zena Rodill presented her poster, “Parent perspectives on cannabis use and mental health symptoms among their young adult sons in the U.S.”

March 18, 2024College News, Mental Health Law and Policy

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Mental Health and Wellness in the Workplace Course becomes part of USF employee onboarding

The training provides an understanding of common mental health, behavioral health, and addiction issues that may be seen on campus.

March 1, 2024College News, Mental Health Law and Policy

CJMHSA TAC releases their 2023 annual report

CJMHSA TAC shares data for 2023

The USF Criminal Justice, Mental Health and Substance Abuse (CJMHSA) Technical Assistance Center (TAC) submitted its annual report to the Florida Department of Children and Families.

February 27, 2024College News, Mental Health Law and Policy

Michelle Arnold, Dasha Rhodes, Amy Gierhahn, Howard Goldstein, Jack Drobisz, and Marie Sepulveda

CBCS faculty and staff judge Hillsborough County STEM Fair

The team judged presentations at the 2024 Hillsborough Regional Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Fair.

February 9, 2024Child and Family Studies, College News, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Mental Health Law and Policy, School of Social Work

Nik Lampe, Michelle Kapolowicz, Gerald Imaezue

Fall 2023 CBCS Internal Grant Award recipients announced

Congratulations to Nik Lampe, PhD; Michelle Kapolowicz, PhD; and Gerald Imaezue, PhD.

February 7, 2024College News, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Mental Health Law and Policy

Julie Serovich and Patty Cleveland

Faculty and staff recognized for commitment to CBCS

College faculty and staff gathered in the MHC atrium to celebrate those who have reached milestones in their career at USF.

January 29, 2024Child and Family Studies, College News, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Criminology, Mental Health Law and Policy, School of Aging Studies, School of Social Work

James Epps

In remembrance: James Epps, PhD

James Epps, PhD, was an associate professor in the USF Department of Mental Health Law and Policy.

January 5, 2024College News, Mental Health Law and Policy

Kristin Kosyluk

MHLP assistant professor participates in HCFR Clinician Awareness Training

The training gave Kristin Kosyluk, PhD, insight into challenges faced by first responders as she continues her research on first responder mental health and stigma.

December 15, 2023College News, Mental Health Law and Policy

About College of Behavioral & Community Sciences News

The Mission of the College of Behavioral and Community Sciences (CBCS) is to advance knowledge through interdisciplinary teaching, research, and service that improves the capacity of individuals, families, and diverse communities to promote productive, satisfying, healthy, and safe lives across the lifespan. CBCS envisions the college as a globally recognized leader that creates innovative solutions to complex conditions that affect the behavior and well-being of individuals, families, and diverse communities.