CBCS to lead statewide initiative to address shortage of mental health professionals | |
CBCS was recently awarded $5 million in recurring funds to create the Florida Center for Behavioral Health Workforce to enhance recruitment and retention efforts and expand pathways to behavioral health professions. CBCS is uniquely positioned to serve as home of the center because of its interdisciplinary and collaborative focus that includes the behavioral sciences in one college and its portfolio of research conducted in FMHI over the past 50 years.
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USF Registered Behavior Technician Training program achieves second-highest pass rate in the US | |
The USF Applied Behavior Analysis program's Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) training program has achieved the second-highest pass rate in the country for 2023 according to the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. The RBT program has consistently been in the top five training providers in the nation.
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Lifelong Learners of USF named Student Organization Program of the Year
The Lifelong Learners student organization was recognized as the Student Organization Program of the Year during USF’s 2024 Celebration of Leadership Awards. This distinction honors a student organization that positively contributes to the growth of USF's community through creative approaches to reach a diverse student body. Faculty advisor from the School of Aging Studies, Amy Corbin, LCSW, accepted this award alongside students Kevin Lipton, president of the organization, and Chen-Yi Huang, vice president. Read more.
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School of Aging Studies celebrates another year of continued growth and success
The School of Aging Studies held its annual Preceptors and Awards Reception in the MHC Atrium Friday afternoon.
The school recognized internship preceptors, supervisors, and recipients of awards and scholarships. The event was dedicated to the memory of the late Sue Saxon, PhD, one of the school's pioneering faculty members. Read more.
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Social work students awarded at National CLARION Competition
Two Master of Social Work students, Pedro Serrano-Mejia and Sydni Smith, members of USF's team at this year's National CLARION Case Competition in Minnesota, were awarded the Health Equity Innovation Award. The team, which also included medical student Isabel Adamus, presented "Vida Connect - Addressing Health Disparities, Pandemic Preparedness, and Vaccine Hesitancy in the Dakota County, MN School System." Read more.
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Social work assistant professor of instruction shares research at USF Celebration of Teaching
Kerry Littlewood, PhD, an assistant professor of instruction in the School of Social Work, was selected to present at the USF Celebration of Teaching hosted by the USF Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning. Littlewood's poster, "Liberating Structures to Promote Equity in the Classroom," spurred conversations from attendees who were eager to hear about innovations being implemented in the School of Social Work classrooms to structurally improve the way it distributes power and encourages engagement using equitable approaches. Read more.
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Social work student competes at 2024 Future of Florida Summit
Master of Social Work student Jacqueline Houston competed at the 2024 Future of Florida Summit, hosted and organized by the University of Florida Bob Graham Center for Public Service. The goal of the summit was to give students experience in learning how to craft public policy proposals that address critical issues facing their generation. Read more.
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Tremendous turnout demonstrates USF’s growth in undergraduate research
USF News
"...one of the most prestigious conferences in the field, according to his faculty mentor Micah Johnson, assistant professor in the College of Behavioral and Community Sciences."
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Kosyluk, K., Baeder, T., Greene, K. Y., Tran, J. T., Bolton, C., Loecher, N., DiEva, D., & Galea, J. T. (2024). Mental Distress, Label Avoidance, and Use of a Mental Health Chatbot: Results from a US Survey. JMIR Formative Research, 8. doi:10.2196/45959
Pak, N. S., Peredo, T. N., Madero Ucero, A. P., & Kaiser, A. P. (2024). EMT en Español Para Autismo: A Collaborative Communication Intervention Approach and Single Case Design Pilot Study. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. doi:10.1007/s10803-024-06322-5
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Vogel, C. E., Dobbs, D., Peterson, L., Meng, H., & Molinari, V. (2024). The Impact of Assisted Living Organizational Structure and Process Characteristics on Staff Absence During COVID-19. Journal of Aging & Social Policy, 1–17. doi:10.1080/08959420.2024.2319536 | |
Upcoming Events & Deadlines | |
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Prison Cell Immersive Experience
April 24 | noon - 3 p.m.
Tampa campus, parking lot E (next to SOC)
Did you know that 75% of Florida’s state prison housing
lacks air-conditioning? Step inside a model prison cell to feel the conditions inmates in most Florida prisons experience. Questions? Contact colbyvalentine@usf.edu.
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CBCS Research & Data Center Open House
April 26 | 2:45 - 3 p.m.
MHC Atrium
The CBCS Research & Data Center (RDC) will host an open house and discussion titled "Research Challenges & Changing Requirements: What can RDC do for you?" The event will cover RDC structure and processes, funding agency requirements, and new developments.
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Fiesta by the Bay for Autism
April 27 | 6 p.m.
USF Gibbons Alumni Center
The funds raised at Fiesta by the Bay help the Center for Autism and Related Disabilities at USF provide free programs and projects throughout the year across 14 counties. There are many ways you can help make this year’s event a huge success. Contact Christine Rover at crover@usf.edu to find out ways you can help!
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Computational Methods for Social Sciences & Humanities Scholars
May 8 | 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
ISA 5020 & Microsoft Teams
This workshop for graduate students and faculty will cover the benefits and pitfalls of using computational methods for social sciences and humanities research and introducing diverse methods through research examples.
This free workshop will be available for the first 25
applicants. RSVP here.
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Florida Mental Health Institute 50th Anniversary Reception & Awards
May 16 | 5 - 7 p.m.
USF Gibbons Alumni Center - Traditions Hall
Join us for a night of fun, memories, and celebration. This in-person event will be a fantastic opportunity to reconnect with old friends, make new connections, and honor the legacy of FMHI. Don't miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime event to commemorate 50 years of excellence in mental health research and education. RSVP here.
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Adding News, Events, and Publications to the CBCS Website and Newsletter
If you have news/events or recent/upcoming publications you would like posted on the CBCS website and/or in the Communique newsletter, send the details and any attachments to CBCS Marketing (CBCSMarketing@usf.edu). Please send all newsletter submissions no later than Thursday for inclusion in the following week's newsletter.
Be sure to include all pertinent information (title, date, times, location, event description, and contact information) in editable digital text format. Articles included in the CBCS Communiqué may be disseminated to USF Media outlets and/or beyond.
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