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Clinical Psychology Faculty and Students Receive Dr. Sally Peterson Research Excellence Award

2023-08-29T11:13:43-07:00

A faculty-and-student-led team is advancing their own field and honoring the legacy of a clinical psychology trailblazer, Fielding alum and longstanding supporter of Fielding. Fielding Clinical Psychology faculty member Kristine Jacquin, Ph.D., and students Erinn Cameron, Janine Ray, and Fiona Trend-Cunningham are the recipients of the 2023 Dr. Sally Peterson Research Excellence Award for their research published in the journal Trends in Psychology. RESEARCH PUBLICATION: Cameron, E.C.; Ray, J.M.; Trend-Cunningham, F.J. et al. Female Incarceration Rates and Violence Against Women Predict Estimated Prevalence of Modern Slavery. Trends in Psychology. (2022). https://doi.org/10.1007/s43076-022-00239-7 In her nomination letter, Clinical Psychology faculty member Heather Macdonald, Psy.D., wrote: [...]

Clinical Psychology Faculty and Students Receive Dr. Sally Peterson Research Excellence Award2023-08-29T11:13:43-07:00

How to Keep HR Strategies Flexible

2023-08-02T13:44:19-07:00

Article by Dino Ferrare, VP of Human Resources and Information Technology Human Resources departments have to constantly ebb and flow with the ever-growing list of considerations and guidelines, both in the office and remotely. As the world rapidly changes, we must remain flexible. The pandemic amplified the importance of interpersonal communication. High-performing organizations have always been driven by thoughtful and timely communication between employees, especially between supervisors and employees. However, without in-person contact in the office, communication needs between employees became increasingly significant for our remote and hybrid workforce. For nearly 49 years, Fielding Graduate University has maintained a successful [...]

How to Keep HR Strategies Flexible2023-08-02T13:44:19-07:00

Fielding Faculty, Alums Attending 83rd Annual Academy of Management Meeting this August

2023-08-07T06:04:16-07:00

Fielding will have a presence at the 83rd Annual Academy of Management (AOM)’s Annual Meeting from Aug.4-8 in Boston. This year’s theme centers on “Putting the Worker Front and Center.” For years, the Fielding community has developed a long-standing relationship with AOM and participates in the annual conference. Fielding community members present papers, seminars, and professional development workshops. In the past, our alums and faculty members served on the committees and received awards. Patrice Rosenthal, Ph.D. This year, Patrice Rosenthal, Ph.D., Human and Organizational Development doctoral faculty member is the Program Chair for the Organization Development and Change [...]

Fielding Faculty, Alums Attending 83rd Annual Academy of Management Meeting this August2023-08-07T06:04:16-07:00

Fielding Welcomes Dr. Jennifer N. Bacon to the Human and Organizational Development Faculty

2023-07-31T09:55:38-07:00

Jennifer N. Bacon, Ph.D. Jennifer N. Bacon, Ph.D. brings with her over two decades of experience in the field of education. Dr. Bacon earned her Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Maryland, College Park, her MEd in Special Education from the University of Virginia, and her BA in Human Development from Mount Vernon College for Women (currently The George Washington University's Mount Vernon Campus). Dr. Bacon has served as Core Associate Professor and Department Chair in Education at Naropa University and Associate Dean for Naropa College. In addition to her in-depth experience in education, she [...]

Fielding Welcomes Dr. Jennifer N. Bacon to the Human and Organizational Development Faculty2023-07-31T09:55:38-07:00

Fielding Welcomes Dr. Rosa Cho to the Human and Organizational Development Faculty

2023-07-28T11:26:25-07:00

Rosa Cho, Ph.D. On July 10th, the Human and Organizational Development (HOD) Fielding community welcomed our newest faculty member, Dr. Rosa Cho. Rosa is a multi-faceted professional with experience in human rights and socioeconomic justice advocacy. She draws from a background of successful research and coalition work with diverse stakeholders, including grassroots groups, non-governmental organizations, researchers, and policy-thinkers. Dr. Cho earned her Ph.D. in Social Work from New York University’s Silver School of Social Work and her Master’s in Social Work with a concentration in Services for Immigrants and Refugees from Columbia University. Originally from California, Rosa has [...]

Fielding Welcomes Dr. Rosa Cho to the Human and Organizational Development Faculty2023-07-28T11:26:25-07:00

50 Actions for Global Social/Ecological Justice Service Year: Social Impact Day

2023-08-18T08:23:26-07:00

[Editor's note: This story is part of Fielding’s Global Ecological and Social Justice Service Year in 2023, as designated by the President’s Sustainability Advisory Council. Learn more here.] Social Impact Day on Jan. 13, 2023, was a one-day, hands-on collaboration of eight Fielding Organizational Development and Leadership program students, alums, and faculty members. The group worked with Ventura County Community Foundation (VCCF), a local nonprofit organization, on a strategic project.   This Fielding group of emerging and seasoned OD professionals learned to apply their knowledge to new situations, projects, and contexts. They helped the VCCF with a direct scholarship program that [...]

50 Actions for Global Social/Ecological Justice Service Year: Social Impact Day2023-08-18T08:23:26-07:00

Fielding’s Institute for Social Innovation (ISI) Announces Fellows for 2023-24

2023-07-11T11:57:37-07:00

Fielding’s Institute for Social Innovation  is proud to announce its ISI Fellows for 2023-24. The ISI Fellows Program offers Fielding alums an academic partner to continue their professional work, apply for external funding, and publicize their projects. ISI Fellows have one-year appointments with renewal contingent on progress and future plans. “Fielding’s Institute for Social Innovation (ISI) accepted 20 alums as Fellows for the 2023-2024 cycle,” said Charles McClintock, Ph.D., Director of the Institute for Social Innovation. “Their work spans a wide range of content, from leadership and mental health to diversity, equity, and inclusion. ISI Fellows continue to pursue their [...]

Fielding’s Institute for Social Innovation (ISI) Announces Fellows for 2023-242023-07-11T11:57:37-07:00

Fielding Graduate University Launches New Online Merchandise Store

2024-05-14T08:32:37-07:00

Fielding Graduate University has officially launched its new online merchandise store. Fielding family and fans can purchase various apparel items, including hats, quarter zips, mugs, polos, and much more! To celebrate the grand opening, the store is offering a 20% discount on all items through the month of July. Hilary S. Lyn, M.S., M.A. The creation of the store was directed by Hilary Lyn, Director of Alumni Relations at Fielding Graduate University. The following is an interview with Director Lyn regarding the new Fielding Store. Q. What inspired you to take on this project? When our in-person sessions were [...]

Fielding Graduate University Launches New Online Merchandise Store2024-05-14T08:32:37-07:00

50 Actions for Global Social/Ecological Justice Service Year: First Nature Ranch

2024-01-26T05:45:35-08:00

Go To Fielding's 50th Anniversary Site By Kerul Kassel, President of First Nature Ranch/First Nature Foundation  Every day is Earth Day at First Nature Ranch. The ranch is the facility where First Nature Foundation (FNF) programs take place. At FNF, we aim to foster what we call 21st Century leadership skills through our programming. That could be with veterans who have been struggling with PTSD, homelessness, substance abuse, and mental and behavior health issues through our Horse Wisdom for Heroes program. It could also look like women who have been working to overcome substance abuse issues in our Horses Healing [...]

50 Actions for Global Social/Ecological Justice Service Year: First Nature Ranch2024-01-26T05:45:35-08:00

Social Media and Video Gaming: What should parents be concerned about and what can they do?

2023-07-03T10:22:49-07:00

What should parents be concerned about and what can they do? LISTEN TO THE PODCAST INTERVIEW between Dr. Ryan DeLapp and Dr. Andreas Miles-Novelo Intended For: Parents of children and teens Recorded Podcast - 1 Hour Important Takeaways: It’s not just kids we should be concerned about Parents can support their children in developing intentional and conscientious media use Parents can try to take a collaborative approach to minimizing the adverse effects of media on the family as a whole Parents should ‘stay plugged’ in to the media their children are consuming And, remember social media and video [...]

Social Media and Video Gaming: What should parents be concerned about and what can they do?2023-07-03T10:22:49-07:00

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